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Sunshine Bay to Days Bay Path Transition ProposalIncluded in the agenda for the 16th June 2026 ECB meeting is Report no: ECB2026/3/138 – The Sunshine Bay to Days Bay section of the pathway has been highly topical and subject to comment through the life of the Tupua Horo Nuku project, and more so since it’s official opening. We recommend you download the agenda and read this section if you have an interest in this issue. The report begins: Shared Path Transition: Sunshine Bay to Days Bay Purpose of Report To seek approval for the […]
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HCC Waste Collection for Monday 22 June Bins : GREEN (green waste), YELLOW (recycling) & RED (landfill)
Options for recycling all other materials are listed here
Next Lion's Skip Bin is Saturday 27 JuneBurdan's Gate 8:00 am to 11:30 am, charges apply, unload help available
Metservice: Warnings & watches @ 10:00 pm Sat 20 Jun
Sat 8:11 pm Strong Wind Watch.
Northwest winds may approach severe gale in exposed places. Chance of upgrading to a Warning: Low. Changes: The chance of upgrade for this Watch has been decreased to Low.Sat 8:11 pm Strong Wind Warning - Orange.
Severe gale northwest winds gusting 120 km/h in exposed places. Impact: Damage to trees, powerlines, and unsecured structures possible. Driving may be difficult, especially for high-sided vehicles and motorcycles. Chance of upgrading to a Red Warning: Minimal.Metservice: Marine Warnings & Watches @ 10:00 pm Sat 20 Jun
Wellington Water recent alerts updated 10:14 pm Sat 20 Jun
19 Jun 3:38 pm Seaview Odour Treatment Project works - increased risk of odour
(To see all outages and other notices go to LAWA)
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(To see all outages and other notices go to LAWA)
19 Jun 12:03 pm Water outage notice
Water Outage - Kauri Street, Eastbourne This will affect the following: All of Kauri Street 320 Muritai RoadReason for shutdown: Toby Repair
Outage start date: 2026-06-19 11:35:00
Estimated outage end date: 2026-06-19 13:35:00
Properties affected : 40
(To see all outages and other notices go to LAWA)
HCC Active Consultations updated 10:13 pm Sat 20 Jun
No active consultations.
GWRC Active Consultations @ 12:00 pm Sat 20 Jun
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Ferry Alerts updated 10:10 pm Sat 20 Jun
20 Jun 11:00 am Alert - Ferry QDF: Due to weather, multiple sailings on 20 June 2026 will be cancelled.
Bluebridge Service Alerts updated 10:00 pm Sat 20 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 10:10 pm Sat 20 Jun
Gollan’s Valley Station
Alerts, Notices and restrictions can be found here
RNZ: Latest 5 News Items updated 9:59 pm Sat 20 Jun
Sat 8:57 pm Caravan burnt down after Wellington house fire. Sat 8:14 pm Christchurch hits June temperature high, strong winds strike. Sat 7:07 pm Car and motorbike collision closes Palmerston North highway. Sat 7:00 pm Wildfires across Canterbury prompt water restrictions. Sat 5:09 pm Swirling gusts forecast to crash Hurricanes, Chiefs rugby final. 
Geonet: recent earthquakes near Eastbourne updated 10:10 pm Sat 20 Jun
2.8 - (weak) 146.9 km NorthEast of Eastbourne at 12:24 pm Sat 20 Jun (confirmed)
Product Recalls updated 12:00 pm Sat 20 Jun
11 June 2026: Mistral Barrel Cyclonic Vacuum Cleaner – Sold at Bunnings
10 June 2026: Rangoli Colour Assorted 10 pk - sold at various retailers
8 June 2026: Handheld Jingles Toy Tambourine
4 June 2026: 3M™ PELTOR™ ComTac™ VIII Headsets
2 June 2026: Crywolf Hooded Towels
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