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Reminder: ECB meeting scheduled for tonight (17 February) has been postponed. For urgent/safety issues please ring 111. If you have a problem that concerns the council please go to https://my.huttcity.govt.nz/ . For local/general issues contact a member of ECB. In the media The Herald  – Hutt Council CEO Jo Miller talks about the damage caused by yesterday’s weather event. Watch the playback here. RNZ – Check point (Jon Kingsbury) Weather chaos hits lower North Island as Hutt Valley floods. Listen here. Newtalk ZB – Jo Miller – Listen here. Newstalk ZB – Road ‘disintegrating’ as flooding tears through Lower Hutt suburb. Read more here. One News 16/2 – 6pm Jon Kingsbury andRead More →

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The meeting has been postponed as a result of the weather disruptions – new date to be notified. Everyone is welcome to the Community Board Meeting to be held in the Eastbourne Library/Hub on Tuesday 17 February commencing at 7:15 pm. A public forum opportunity is available 30 minutes before the meeting (6:45pm to 7:15pm) – this is not public comment (see below), but an opportunity for informal discussion. The public cannot speak (unless invited to do so)  during the formal part of the meeting, other than during the public comment section. Please give your name to the Democracy Advisor on arrival and before theRead More →

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We’re planning to do it again – the highest priority was the Shared path followed by climate/weather resilience – we seem to have addressed those quite well, but have we finished? Is there more to do, or are there different priorities now? Let us know what topics / options we should discuss in our 2026 survey. In 2014 the Eastbourne Community Board conducted a survey of Eastbourne and the Bays to gauge the wellbeing and satisfaction of the residents and to identify issues of importance to the community. The information gathered in the survey could then be used to guide the Board in representations toRead More →

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Sitting down with Mayor Ken.  It was great to sit down with Mayor Ken Laban some three months after he assumed the role of Mayor of  Hutt City …  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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The Eastern Bays can be easily isolated from each other as well as the Hutt City with only one road in which also carries our utilities. We are also sandwiched between the sea and hills, vulnerable to extreme weather, earthquakes, slips and extreme sea states. We need to prepare to be self sufficient for some days. One of the first victims of disaster is usually communications networks, either through technical failure or just overloading. Part of our current preparedness is a VHF radio network operated by volunteers in each bay. This system is old, incomplete and still vulnerable, depending on repeaters outside the bays. ThereRead More →

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Eastbourne summer pool

Hi Eastbourne We urgently need more volunteers to train as lifeguards for our Summer Pool – and the final day to sign up is Monday, 19 January. So far, three amazing community members have stepped up and completed their training. We are incredibly grateful – but it’s not enough. Without additional volunteers, Eastbourne Pool will be forced to close in mid-February. Keeping the pool open for the full season is critical. It allows our school and swim club to complete their swimming programmes, ensuring our children can build confidence and safety in the water – something that matters to all of us as a coastal community. If you’ve ever thoughtRead More →

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In general ECB recently requested that HCC place a sign stating “No fires on any beach south of here without a permit.” (or similar) at the entrance to the bays. The sign may not happen, but council did reply (summary): Council’s default position is not to authorise fires in Reserves or Open Space. Please note it is already mandatory for anyone wishing to light a fire in open space to approach FENZ for a permit. … any person who wishes to light a fire in a Reserve or Public Open Space would need to gain Council’s permission and then gain a Fire permit from FENZ.Read More →

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Cleaning up our coastline. Sustainable Coastlines, – a multi award-winning charity – is calling for volunteers to help clean up the Hutt. …  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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Christmas Live comes to Eastbourne! Join the adventure at 4:30pm on Sunday December 7th starting at St. Ronan’s Church? …  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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Disposal of asbestos-contaminated children’s play-sand at Silverstream Landfill Hutt City Council can confirm that it will be free to dispose of potentially asbestoscontaminated play-sand at the Silverstream Landfill for amounts up to 20kg. Drop off is available from Wednesday 19 November on weekdays during normal opening hours (7.30am-5pm). The service will not be offered on weekends when asbestos-trained staff are unavailable. Those dropping off the material must: • Double bag the sand in plastic rubbish bags and tape shut • Clearly label the bag with ‘contains asbestos’ • Inform the office at Silverstream Landfill on ssoffice@wm.nz or by phone on 04 563 6952 before arrivingRead More →

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Fill the Gaps! What is our vision for the future? Eastbourne can be a place where we tamariki can move around freely and independently through friendly spaces, allowing us to hang out and explore. Who are we? We are the Enviroleaders from Muritai School, a primary and intermediate school in Eastbourne. We have been thinking about how to improve our environment, and we have come up with this request to fill the gaps in the share path. This request is supported by our enviroschools lead teacher Ms Lovell and our principal Mr Davenport. We asked Muritai School tamariki about where they lived and how theyRead More →

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Electrify the Hutt

(Eastbourne residents and climate group members had a strong involvement in this expo) To our visitors: we hope you’re still buzzing from the energy of our inaugural event on Saturday, October 4th! What a fantastic day it was to gather and explore the future of sustainable living right here in the Hutt Valley. The atmosphere was truly electric, thanks to the hundreds of you who came along with your curiosity and enthusiasm. Check out the photos from the event on our website https://electrifythehutt.nz/expo2025/image-gallery We saw packed houses for the insightful seminars on the costs and benefits of electrification including solar energy and home heating. TheRead More →

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Electrify the Hutt

(Eastbourne residents and climate group members had a strong involvement in this expo) To our visitors: we hope you’re still buzzing from the energy of our inaugural event on Saturday, October 4th! What a fantastic day it was to gather and explore the future of sustainable living right here in the Hutt Valley. The atmosphere was truly electric, thanks to the hundreds of you who came along with your curiosity and enthusiasm. Check out the photos from the event on our website https://electrifythehutt.nz/expo2025/image-gallery We saw packed houses for the insightful seminars on the costs and benefits of electrification including solar energy and home heating. TheRead More →

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Summer lane swimming - Eastbourne Icebergs

This programme is very important to some members of our community. To make sure it runs this summer we need 80 registrations (there were 70 last year). We are currently sitting at about 40, partly due to poor promotion, particularly the cut off date which is now Sunday night 9 November. If you are even slightly interested, unsure, or want to support those community members who really value this then please register your interest now , no payment required at this stage so there’s no risk, you’ll be helping get the programme running just by registering, and you can decide later if you want toRead More →

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To keep those long, sunny swim seasons going strong, we need you! We’re looking for a few more capable swimmers to volunteer as lifeguards for the final month of this season. Even a couple of shifts makes a huge difference. Let’s show how much we love our pool—jump in, bring the family, and swim often! The more we use it, the brighter its future. Ready to help? Message Alex Irvine directly to sign up: alex.irvine@huttcity.govt.nz. (or message us and we’ll connect you) Together, we’ve got this!Read More →

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Point Howard Wharf – Lost or Not? A temporary wharf has been in place at Point Howard during the Seaview Wharf Resilience project but will not be required after early 2026. Centre Port tells us it will cost $800,000 to remove. What would be the cost to stay? …  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. EastbourneRead More →

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Electrify the Hutt

Get ready, Hutt Valley – the future is electric! The Electrify the Hutt Expo is charging into Lower Hutt with a mission to spark inspiration and supercharge your lifestyle with the power of clean electricity. As energy bills climb and climate concerns grow, this high-energy event will show you how to take control—cut costs, slash emissions, and embrace a smarter, more sustainable way of living. Discover the incredible potential of generating your own local power through solar panels, micro wind turbines, and more. With dynamic demos, interactive exhibits, and expert talks, you’ll learn how easy and empowering it is to electrify your home, reduce your reliance onRead More →

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Haere rā from the editor (Louise Parry) After 18 years as the owner and editor of The Eastbourne Herald, I’m embarking on a new career… & the writer (Ann Packer) It’s been a roller coaster ride since I started in the early Naughties…  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 orRead More →

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Eastbourne Community Board members have pushed back on claims the relocation of the Eastbourne Bowling Club to Oroua Street is “inevitable”. Eastbourne Bowling Club secretary Hugh McKenzie presented to the Eastbourne Community Board last week, describing relocation as “not our preferred option but eventually inevitable”, citing financial pressures, aging facilities, and maintenance challenges …  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 copyRead More →

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Notes and resources related to Eastern Bays Emergency preparation and response. We currently run a VHF radio network between the Bays as a backup in case other communications fail. This technology uses the system originally set up for civil defence, it is aging and will soon be phased out, includng repeaters – and it’s possible the channels may be repurposed and we would lose access. This network is operated by volunteers in each bay, many from their homes, but each community hub has a radio as well.     LoRaWAN technology for resilient communications   We are exploring an new technology approach based on LoRaWANRead More →