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
(c) 2022 Eastbourne.nz
Featured news item
ENROLLING to VOTE CLOSES MIDNIGHT SUNDAY 25 OCTOBERThere’s still time to enrol or update your details so you’re ready to vote in this year’s election. “If you’re not enrolled yet, or you’ve moved and need to update your address on the electoral roll, do it now. The deadline is midnight, Sunday 25 October,” says Karl Le Quesne, Chief Electoral Officer. “By enrolling, you can vote and have your say on who represents you and your community in Parliament.” More than 9 out of 10 people are enrolled for this year’s election, or 91.5% of the estimated […]
The Eastbourne Herald latest / recent / past delivers the latest local news to more than 5,000 residents of the Eastern Bays of Lower Hutt, Wellington. Email editor@eastbourneherald.co.nz,
HCC Waste Collection for Monday 9 November Bins : GREEN (green waste), YELLOW (recycling) & 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: Warnings & watches @ 5:13 am Sat 7 Nov
Fri 8:57 pm Severe Thunderstorm Watch.
From around midday Saturday until early Saturday evening there is a moderate risk that thunderstorms may become severe about the southern half of the North Island, as depicted on the chart. Severe thunderstorms will produce localised downpours with rainfall rates of 25 to 40 mm per hour.Rainfall of this intensity can cause surface and/or flash flooding, especially about low-lying areas such as streams, rivers or narrow valleys, and may also lead to slips.Driving conditions will also be hazardous with surface flooding and poor visibility in heavy rain.
Metservice: Marine Warnings & Watches @ 5:13 am Sat 7 NovNo local marine warning or watches detected
HCC Active Consultations updated 1:29 pm Fri 6 Nov
No active consultations.
GWRC Active Consultations @ 1:27 am Sat 7 Nov
Kāpiti Flood Hazard Mapping - Engagement on historic flood eventsGWRC Have Your Say / Consultations
Ferry Alerts updated 5:11 am Sat 7 Nov
06 Nov 1:30 pm Alert - Ferry WHF: Restricted timetable running Friday 6 - Wednesday 11 November 2026
Bluebridge Service Alerts updated 5:08 am Sat 7 Nov
_____________________
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 5:18 am Sat 7 Nov
Gollan’s Valley opening 19 December
Alerts, Notices and restrictions can be found here
Eastbourne callouts updated 5:06 am Sat 7 Nov
No calls reported
Seaview recent callouts updated 5:07 am Sat 7 NovNo calls reported
RNZ: Latest 5 News Items updated 5:20 am Sat 7 Nov
Sat 4:57 am Rugby League World Cup semifinals: Everything you need to know. Fri 10:03 pm Hato Pāora College hostel closes after damning Education Review Office report. Fri 9:40 pm Lightning strikes cause fires in Auckland during severe storm, rain passes over Far North. Fri 7:00 pm Customary landowners welcome Kaiteretere name change as part of Nelson Tenths' case. Fri 6:05 pm 'I want this for other people': Survivor calls for expanded breast cancer drug funding after study shows reduction in deaths. 
Product Recalls updated 3:49 am Sat 7 Nov
5 November 2026: GASGAS Cross Country and Motocross motorcycles sold at various motorcycle retailers UPDATED
2 November 2026: Traffic Team toys sold at various variety and dollar stores
2 November 2026: Truck Dinosaur toys sold at various variety and dollar stores
23 October 2026: Out Of The Blue Sound Monster sold at various retailers
21 October 2026: Above Desk Power Unit (ADPU) - Sold by Europlan
More products & information on product recalls
