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(Press release GWRC) A new backyard to explore: Gollan’s Valley opens to the public before Christmas  Locals and visitors to the region will soon have a new place to explore, with Greater Wellington’s Gollan’s Valley property set to open to the public by 19 December. From walking new tracks and discovering hidden corners of the region to spending time outdoors with whānau, the opening will give people a chance to experience a remarkable part of the Wellington region that has been closed to the general public for sixty years. At 1,366 hectares, Gollan’s Valley is a significant stretch of landscape connecting the Northern Forest and ParangarahuRead More →

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There’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 eligible population. 66.7% of 18- to 24-year-olds are enrolled, up from 53.9% on 31 July. HowRead More →

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Proposal to Hutt City Council Integrated Community Use, Youth Activation, and Resilience Hub This proposal has been submitted to HCC, relating specifically to the upstairs space in the Eastbourne Community Hall, but of course the whole building a surroundings have a role to play, especially in the event of a community emergency response. This proposal seeks approval for the Eastbourne Community Board to: Assume management of the upper-level rooms at the Eastbourne Community Hall Relocate Community Board and emergency communications functions into this space (smaller room). Enable broader community use, including bookable venue hire (larger room). Establish a locally coordinated Emergency Assistance Centre Release theRead More →

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Developers introduce high-rise concept to locals. The company planning to build a fotr-storey block on the site of the former Lai family two-storey shop and apartment on the corner of Rimu St. & Orua St. faced a full house at Muritai School Library …  read online >> The Eastbourne Herald is our monthly news source, with community news, issues, profiles, events, information, services, real estate and more. A copy of the Herald is an essential accessory for contact details, local trades services, timetables and more. The Herald is delivered or you can pick up a copy at the Eastbourne Library. Eastbourne Herald Online edition Eastbourne HeraldRead More →

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2 surveys are currently underway. The preliminary Hutt City Long Term Plan, and the proposed pedestrian crossing at Lowry Bay. A member of the Community Board will be at the Eastbourne Hub from 10am tomorrow (Saturday 26) for an hour or so if you wish to discuss either of these. He Waka Eke Noa Charting a new course together Fill out a survey at a neighbourhood hub or online. Are there practical ways that services or facilities could be provided differently? Early engagement closes 15 October 2026. There will be another opportunity to have your say during consultation on the draft Long Term Plan 2027–2037Read More →

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What an awesome achievement for our local 4Square. They were recently awarded the 4SQ Stote of the Year for 2026…  read onlinehttps://issuu.com/thefishingpaperonline/docs/eastbourne_herald_september_2026_issue >> The Eastbourne Herald is our monthly news source, with community news, issues, profiles, events, information, services, real estate and more. A copy of the Herald is an essential accessory for contact details, local trades services, timetables and more. The Herald is delivered or you can pick up a copy at the Eastbourne Library. Eastbourne Herald Online edition Eastbourne Herald on Facebook , email editor@eastbourneherald.co.nz or phone (04) 562 750 https://www.eastbourneherald.co.nz/ for advertising and publishing deadlines and datesRead More →

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Muritai School Library 7pm 21 September, Oroua Street entrance The Developers , Faisandier , a Lower Hutt family based business, are holding a Community engagement evening to share what’s happening in the Eastbourne Village on the Lai Green grocer site. Its an opportunity to engage with the team at Faisandier. The intention for the evening is to show what the early-stage design is looking like and share some of the thoughts that have gone into the design so far so those who are interested can satisfy their curiosity. They chose to include one of the renders in the promotion of the info night as itRead More →

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The Quality of Life Survey is a nationwide survey held every two years to understand people’s perceptions of their quality of life and experiences of living in urban areas across Aotearoa New Zealand. The survey covers a range of topics, including: Overall quality of life Built and natural environment Housing Public transport Health and wellbeing Local issues Community, culture and social networks Climate change Employment and economic wellbeing Council processes 2026 survey results Quality of life survey results 2026 – Lower Hutt dashboard Quality of life survey results 2026 –  Overall resultsRead More →

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Future of bus services in the Hutt Valley – have your say. As signalled last month, Greater Wellington Regional Council is reviewing bus services across the Hutt Valley…  read online >> The Eastbourne Herald is our monthly news source, with community news, issues, profiles, events, information, services, real estate and more. A copy of the Herald is an essential accessory for contact details, local trades services, timetables and more. The Herald is delivered or you can pick up a copy at the Eastbourne Library. Eastbourne Herald Online edition Eastbourne Herald on Facebook , email editor@eastbourneherald.co.nz or phone (04) 562 750 https://www.eastbourneherald.co.nz/ for advertising and publishing deadlines and datesRead More →

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Future of bus services in the Hutt Valley – Have your say! Survey open 17 Aug 2026 – 06 Sep 2026 Metlink are reviewing bus services across the Hutt Valley to make sure the network continues to work well for you now and in the future.  As part of this, they’re looking at how to balance accessibility and affordability while providing a network that meets the community’s needs. Some services may change, some may reduce, and some new connections are being considered. Before any decisions are made, we want to hear what matters most to you. The details of the proposed changes will also beRead More →

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This 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 Queens Wharf. It was part of Wellington’s public transport network. People relied on it to get to work, school and around the city. It connected communities across the harbour. Three years ago that connection was lost. TodayRead More →