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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Hutt City mayor releases Head Start discussion documentLower Hutt mayor’s amalgamation plan: A unitary authority and six community councils Justin Wong|Local Democracy Reporting, July 9, 2026 • 4:40pm Ken Laban proposes Wellington and Wairarapa will form a single 20-member authority which will need a super majority to pass its budget and will devolve some powers to local “community councils”. His proposal is not the Wellington region’s final amalgamation plan that needs to be submitted by the Government’s August 9 deadline, but a draft of what […]
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HCC Waste Collection for Monday 16 November Bins : BLUE (glass) & RED (landfill)
Options for recycling all other materials are listed here
Next Lion's Skip Bin is Saturday 28 NovemberBurdan's Gate 8:00 am to 11:30 am, charges apply, unload help available
Metservice: Marine Warnings & Watches @ 12:13 pm Fri 13 Nov
HCC Active Consultations updated 1:29 pm Thu 12 Nov
No active consultations.
GWRC Active Consultations @ 9:27 am Fri 13 Nov
Kāpiti Flood Hazard Mapping - Engagement on historic flood eventsGWRC Have Your Say / Consultations
Bluebridge Service Alerts updated 12:08 pm Fri 13 Nov
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Bluebridge fare update due to fuel costs
Updated 1:00 pm 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 11:18 am Fri 13 Nov
Gollan’s Valley opening 19 December
Alerts, Notices and restrictions can be found here
Eastbourne callouts updated 12:06 pm Fri 13 Nov
No calls reported
Seaview recent callouts updated 12:07 pm Fri 13 NovNo calls reported
RNZ: Latest 5 News Items updated 12:10 pm Fri 13 Nov
Fri 11:55 am KiwiSaver hardship withdrawals hit record levels, but some could be avoided. Fri 11:51 am Dolly Parton's last song is out today. Fri 11:18 am New Plymouth-built storage tanks headed for Australian fertiliser plant. Fri 11:16 am Voters in areas with large Pacific populations clear on who should lead country. Fri 11:12 am British Airways plane suffers tail strike as it attempts landing at London's Heathrow Airport. 
Product Recalls updated 11:49 am Fri 13 Nov
12 November 2026: Creativity for Kids by Faber-Castell Plant & Grow – Woodland Forest sold at various retailers
10 November 2026: Darche Solar Roof Top Tent sold via Darche NZ
10 November 2026: Eufy Smart Sock T8340 sold at various retailers
10 November 2026: RockShox ZEB forks sold at various bicycle retailers
5 November 2026: GASGAS Cross Country and Motocross motorcycles sold at various motorcycle retailers UPDATED
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