New Zealand Parliament – Western Precinct Landscape

The landscape surrounding the new buildings in Parliament's Western Precinct is also undergoing significant transformation as part of the Future Accommodation Strategy.

What was once a vehicle-dominated area will soon become a high-quality, pedestrian-friendly environment designed to provide amenity for both Parliament and the public. The redesigned space will offer safe, accessible pedestrian routes, clear wayfinding, and inviting areas for public enjoyment.

Parliament Grounds hold a Category 1 heritage listing, and the proposed landscape improvements are carefully designed to respect the surrounding heritage buildings and the wider precinct. 

This project seeks to restore the area’s natural beauty by complementing existing vegetation with native plantings and incorporating thoughtful landscape elements that reflect cultural narratives. It will also enhance Parliament’s connection to the wider city, with improved pedestrian access with through-site links and safety measures integrated throughout.

The landscape works are programmed to be completed in 2027.