Decrepit water and sewerage pipes, a spike in crime in the city centre, bickering councillors, empty old buildings. The "coolest little capital" is weighed down by some big problems. Today The Detail looks at what's wrong with Wellington and what it will take to get back its magic charm. "But it’s also extremely depressing to walk around the streets of Wellington and to see all of these buildings that are closed for earthquake strengthening. But tackling the city's social problems and the housing crisis are too big for the council, says Nicola Young.

Source: Stuff May 19, 2021 17:01 UTC