Some of the highlights in recent memory for Wellingtonians were the film premières of Peter Jackson’s films, namely The Lord of the Rings: the Return of the King and King Kong. The city, closed to traffic, was manageable, and I venture to say that most Wellingtonians were not too upset at the inconvenience.
   In cities across Europe, it is not uncommon to have carless days, but not one forced on people due to a fuel crisis. I remember one Sunday in the late summer where I drove from Amsterdam to Bruxelles as one city began its carless day and the other ended one. These are annual, where on one summer Sunday a year people can explore the city using public transport or bicycles or go on foot. People enjoyed a day exploring their cities free from exhaust. Oh, and it’s good for the environment.
   Do other Wellingtonians see this as a good idea?

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