Eastbourne is a friendly sea side village just a short drive or ferry ride to Wellington City, the capital and cultural centre of New Zealand. Perfect for all ages with schools, shops, library, medical, dental, many recreation options such as coastal rides and walks, hiking in the hills, beaches, sailing and fishing. Safe for children and suitable for the elderly, it’s perfect for families
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The Future of Local Government – what should it look like?From 3-15 June 2026, Hutt City Council sought public feedback on the Government’s invitation to councils across New Zealand to explore potential local government amalgamations through a fast-tracked “Head Start” process. More information and survey report. If you made a submission on what a future local government should look like, and what principles should guide discussions – thank you! If not, this is an invitation to provide feedback for use in a workshop on the 1 July. Answer some or […]
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HCC Waste Collection for Monday 29 June Bins : BLUE (glass) & RED (landfill)
Options for recycling all other materials are listed here
Next Lion's Skip Bin is Saturday 25 JulyBurdan's Gate 8:00 am to 11:30 am, charges apply, unload help available
Metservice: Marine Warnings & Watches @ 9:00 pm Sun 28 JunNo local marine warning or watches detected
Wellington Water recent alerts updated 11:14 pm Thu 25 Jun
25 Jun 11:37 am Water outage notice
Water Outage - Muritai Road, Eastbourne This will affect the following: 446 -521 Muritai Road, both sidesReason for shutdown: Toby Repair
Outage start date: 2026-06-25 11:40:00
Estimated outage end date: 2026-06-25 12:40:00
Properties affected : 25
(To see all outages and other notices go to LAWA)
HCC Active Consultations updated 8:13 pm Sun 28 Jun
No active consultations.
GWRC Active Consultations @ 12:00 pm Sun 28 Jun
Kāpiti Flood Hazard Mapping - Engagement on historic flood eventsGWRC Have Your Say / Consultations
Ferry Alerts updated 9:10 pm Sun 28 Jun
28 Jun 3:59 pm Alert - Ferry QDF: Slightly reduced timetable operating from Monday 29 - Thursday 2 July due to planned maintenance
Metlink Alerts updated 9:09 pm Sun 28 Jun
27 Jun 7:44 pm Alert - Bus 83: 7:25pm from Eastbourne to Courtenay Place is cancelled
Bluebridge Service Alerts updated 9:00 pm Sun 28 Jun
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Bluebridge fare update due to fuel costs
Updated 1:00pm Thursday 9 April
The ongoing situation in the Middle East continues to drive fuel prices higher. Like all transport operators, Bluebridge has experienced a significant and rapid increase in fuel costs.
While weâve worked hard to absorb these increases, fuel prices have reached a point where we need to adjust our fares to help offset a portion of the additional cost.
Our priority is to keep New Zealand connected with a safe, reliable and affordable Cook Strait service. We recognise the global situation is affecting everyone and we appreciate our customersâ understanding. We hope these conditions are temporary and will continue to review fares regularly in line with changes to fuel prices.
Please note: the new fare levels apply to new bookings, or to amended bookings made after the change on Thursday 9 April 2026. ___________________
East Harbour Parks Status updated 9:10 pm Sun 28 Jun
Gollan’s Valley Station
Alerts, Notices and restrictions can be found here
RNZ: Latest 5 News Items updated 8:59 pm Sun 28 Jun
Sun 5:25 pm One person rescued from Auckland apartment fire. Sun 2:59 pm Hundreds expected to be cut off for days after storm washes out vital bridge. Sun 1:56 pm English Language Bill: No changes suggested by Justice Select Committee. Sun 11:03 am Two seriously injured in Hamilton service station fight. Sun 9:05 am Health NZ to front community as Palmerston North loses last gastro doctor. 
Geonet: recent earthquakes near Eastbourne updated 9:10 pm Sun 28 Jun
2.6 - (weak) 81.5 km North of Eastbourne at 8:18 am Sun 28 Jun (confirmed)
Product Recalls updated 12:00 pm Sun 28 Jun
25 June 2026: Apeks XL4, XL4+ and Ocea Regulator Second Stages - sold at Dive Tutukaka, Dive Wellington and The Dive Doctor
25 June 2026: Liewood Samuel Lamp & Callie Night Light - sold at Little Whimsy
24 June 2026: Pavitrom Rangoli Powder Pack & Rangoli Colour 200g (red, white and yellow) - sold at various retailers
24 June 2026: Small car toy - sold at Nothing over $3
22 June 2026: Baby Snowsuits sold at Postie
More products & information on product recalls
