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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Reinstating the Days Bay–Seatoun–Queens Wharf ferry serviceThis is a presentation to Greater Wellington Regional Council made by Tamara Tubbs, speaking on behalf of a community group, which includes Bob Roche, Jim Pinson and Lisa South, working with Eastbourne and Miramar Peninsular residents, the Eastbourne community board, local business owners and schools to explore reinstating the Days Bay–Seatoun–Queens Wharf ferry service. The presentation begins: For many years there was a morning and evening commuter ferry connecting Days Bay, Seatoun and […]
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HCC Waste Collection for Monday 24 August Bins : BLUE (glass) & RED (landfill)
Options for recycling all other materials are listed here
Next Lion's Skip Bin is Saturday 29 AugustBurdan's Gate 8:00 am to 11:30 am, charges apply, unload help available
Metservice: Marine Warnings & Watches @ 12:13 pm Mon 17 Aug
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 12:29 pm Mon 17 Aug
No active consultations.No active consultations.
GWRC Active Consultations @ 12:00 pm Wed 22 Jul
Kāpiti Flood Hazard Mapping - Engagement on historic flood eventsGWRC Have Your Say / Consultations
Bluebridge Service Alerts updated 12:08 pm Mon 17 Aug
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Sailing cancellation Monday 17 August
Updated: 9:20am 17 August
A technical fault has been identified onboard the Connemara. Safety is our highest priority, therefore the Connemara will remain in port while we work to resolve the issue.
As a result, unfortunately the following sailing is cancelled:
Monday 17 August
Picton to Wellington: 2:00 pm
All customers affected by this cancellation will be notified by email and text. Due to limited re-booking options, standby lists across subsequent sailings will be operating from each port for affected customers to be added to.
You can change your booking online or contact our Customer Service team on 0800 844 844 (8:30am-8:00pm). Please note that our call centre is experiencing very high call volumes and we thank you for your patience and understanding.
If you booked through a third-party travel agent, please contact them directly to reschedule your travel.
We apologise for the disruptions this has caused to our customers' travel plans and appreciate your understanding as we work to resolve the issue as quickly as possible. _____________________ Weather forecast conditions Tuesday 18 through to Wednesday 19 August
The current southerly weather system is due to intensify with swells forecast to continue affecting Cook Strait from Tuesday 18 August afternoon until Wednesday 19 August morning.
If the predicted swells do eventuate, this could result in the delay or cancellations of services. We are monitoring the situation closely and if your sailing is impacted, we will notify you via text and email at the earliest opportunity.
If you would prefer to alter your travel plans now, the quickest and easiest way tochange your booking is online.
Alternatively, you can contact our Customer Service team on 0800 844 844 (8:30 am â 8 pm) or emailbookings@bluebridge.co.nzwith your booking number.Fare terms and conditions apply.
If you booked through a New Zealand-based or international travel agent, please contact them directly to reschedule your travel.
Our top priority is ensuring everyoneâs safety while minimising the impact on your travel plans. _____________________ 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 12:18 pm Mon 17 Aug
Gollan’s Valley Station
Alerts, Notices and restrictions can be found here
Eastbourne callouts updated 1:06 pm Mon 17 Aug
No calls reported
Seaview recent callouts updated 12:07 pm Mon 17 AugNo calls reported
RNZ: Latest 5 News Items updated 1:00 pm Mon 17 Aug
Mon 12:27 pm Synlait Milk says not involved in talks with A2 Milk, Fonterra about potential takeover. Mon 12:18 pm New Zealanders spending more on hospitality and clothing, but less on fuel and services. Mon 12:11 pm High Court finds Rotorua council broke law in handling of sewerage pipe near sacred lake. Mon 12:04 pm Police conduct major operation in west Auckland. Mon 11:47 am Tonga Government appoints three new Ministers. 
Geonet: recent earthquakes near Eastbourne updated 1:05 pm Mon 17 Aug
1.6 - (unnoticeable) 9.4 km East of Eastbourne at 1:21 am Mon 17 Aug (confirmed)
Product Recalls updated 12:49 pm Mon 17 Aug
13 August 2026: Kuromi Anime Figures toy set - sold at Dollarama Rolleston and 'Nothing Over $3’
13 August 2026: Marvel Avengers Figures toy set - sold at Dollarama Rolleston and 'Nothing Over $3’
13 August 2026: Stirch Vinyl toy set - sold at Dollarama Rolleston and 'Nothing Over $3’
13 August 2026: Super Mario Characters toy set - sold at Dollarama Rolleston and 'Nothing Over $3’
13 August 2026: Unicorno Soft Figures toy set - sold at Dollarama Rolleston and 'Nothing Over $3’
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