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About JCA Secretary

JCA is the voice for Johnsonville and Raroa people: advocating for better public services; more native flora & recreation facilities; and improved community well-being. JCA is staffed by volunteers and supported by funding from Wellington City Council.

New meeting day!

JCA’s monthly meeting day is changing in 2023. Based on feedback from members, the *new* day for meetings will be the second Tuesday of the month, from February to November. The time (7:30-9:00pm) and location (Johnsonville Community Centre) remain the … Continue reading

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LGWM Plan for Johnsonville – Remove Car Parking for Cycleways

Darren Bottin, President of the Johnsonville Community Association (JCA) is asking the community for feedback on Let’s Get Wellington Moving (LGWM) proposals to remove most of the roadside public car parks around Johnsonville so protected cycleway lanes can be installed. … Continue reading

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JCA President Tony Randle Elected Northern Ward Councillor

The Johnsonville Community Association is delighted to report that 2020-2022 Association President and long-time JCA stalwart, Tony Randle, has been elected to the Wellington City Council as a Takapū/Northern Ward Councillor. Tony has been at the forefront of multiple JCA … Continue reading

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JCA Hosting “Meet the Candidates” Events for Local Elections 2022

Throughout September, JCA is hosting three events for you to find out what the candidates for Wellington Mayor, City Council and Greater Wellington Regional Council believe they can offer to take us into a vibrant future. Come along, or watch … Continue reading

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JCA Annual General Meeting 2022

The Johnsonville Community Association AGM will be held on Wednesday 27 July 7:30-9:00pm, as part of the monthly JCA meeting at Johnsonville Community Centre’s room 1. All Johnsonville and Raroa residents are welcome to attend. The agenda is as follows: … Continue reading

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Public Meeting on WCC Bike Plan, 2 February 2022

When: Wednesday 2 February 2022, 7:30pm Where: Collective Community Hub, Johnsonville Road The Johnsonville Community Association (JCA) and Johnsonville Business Group (JBG) are holding a public meeting to discuss the cycleway proposed for Johnsonville Road. The Wellington City Council (WCC)’s … Continue reading

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JCA Submission on LGWM Mass Rapid Transit & Basin Reserve Exchange Proposal, December 2021

The latest phase of the Let’s Get Wellington Moving (LGWM) programme is looking at options for “mass rapid transit” in and across the city. These include new tunnels and light rail. https://hello.lgwm.nz/ View JCA’s submission on the various LGWM proposals … Continue reading

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JCA Submission on WCC Bike Network Plan, December 2021

To enable Wellington to develop a safe, healthy, sustainable transport system, WCC sought feedback on a plan to create a citywide network of connected bike and scooter routes in tandem with walking improvements and big public transport changes. The plan … Continue reading

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JCA Submission on WCC Draft District Plan, December 2021

The Draft District Plan is Wellington’s first fully revised planning rulebook in more than 20 years. https://planningforgrowth.wellington.govt.nz/district-plan-review The plan deals with the major planning and environmental issues facing the city – including housing supply choice and affordability, protecting biodiversity, integrating … Continue reading

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JCA Submissions on WCC Initiatives: Having Our Say

Wellington City Council frequently seeks public feedback on major planning initiatives, to “help make effective and fair decisions”. Each initiative will impact the city and its people for decades to come- your daily commute, your home, and your living environment. … Continue reading

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