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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.   LoRaWAN technology for resilient communications 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. We are exploring an new technology approach based on LoRaWAN technology – currently trialling a Meshtastic option. Information on this is included below. Harnessing LoRaWAN Technology for Good – Smart Citizen –   KaitiakiRead More →

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Natural Hazards Natural Hazards Claims Map – Click on a property to see if there are any NHC claims on the property. Climate Risk – University of Canterbury – Adaptation Planning. We work with communities to understand and manage systemic risk. Resilience Explorer –  A local-national resilience planning dashboard for New Zealand N Z Climate Crisis – Science-based information, analysis, commentaries and consultancy services to help protect our communities, businesses and environment from the impacts of climate changeRead More →

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CentrePort – including weather East by West Ferry service between Wellington / Queens Wharf and Eastbourne / Days Bay. Timetable also available on Metlink. Interisland ferry services Blue Bridge InterIslander (Kiwi Rail) Find out what larger vessels are in the harbour – Vessel Finder. Police Launches Wellington Coast Guard Beacon Hill Matiu / Somes Island Mākaro / Ward Island  Read More →

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Elections for Eastbourne Community Board, Hutt City Council and Greater Wellington Regional Council are approaching. It would be great to get representation across the Bays and also the community. Nominations close on Friday 1 August at noon – so if you are interested don’t waste time! You can contact any of the current Community Board members for more information if you wish. You need to provide all the necessary information (ideally electronic but physical is ok). You also need to pay a $200 deposit which is refundable if you get at least 25% (1/4) of the votes of the lowest successful candidate. To stand forRead More →

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Point Howard Playcentre faces permanent closure. Following closures during work on the slip at the top of Howard Road, Pt Howard Playcentre is again facing closure – this time possibly for good …  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 publishingRead More →

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Te Pūrongo i mua i ngā pōti – Pre-Election Report 2025 HCC pre-election report ahead of the 2025 local body elections. This report is a great way to learn more about our city and the role of Council in our community. The report gives residents and Council candidates a snapshot of the city’s big issues, Council priorities and financial challenges. It also helps people understand the choices new councillors will need to make. Whether you are thinking of standing for Council, looking for information to inform your vote in 2025, or are interested in understanding local challenges better, this report is for you. More information onRead More →

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Storm highlights gaps in emergency response. A powerful storm sweeping across Wellington and the Hutt Valley on 1 May brought intense winds, heavy rain, high swells, and disruptions – prompting Hutt City Council chief executive Jo Millar to acknowledge both successes and shortcomings in the emergency response. …  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 OnlineRead More →

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HCC defends below-market land sale. Hutt City Council says selling two Sunshine Bay properties for significantly less than their QV (quotable value) saved both time and money due to the risks and costs involved. …  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 advertisingRead More →

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On June 10th the theme of the Eastbourne Community Board meeting will be the Gollan’s farm purchase. Quentin Duthie (GWRC) is speaking about why the council bought the land, Dave Bamford will be speaking on why the trust for the estate of John Marsden Nankervis gave so generously to help the purchase, and Ben Bruno  (Harbour to Headlands) will be speaking on the support from the community and the ideas that have been put forward. This will be an initial opportunity to hear more about the potential for the farm. The GWRC report on the Land Acquisition (now released) is here (pdf). The full agendaRead More →

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COMMUNITY BOARDS – FUNCTIONS AND DELEGATIONS The Community Boards have been established under section 49 of the Local Government Act 2002 to represent, and act as an advocate for, the interests of their community. The delegations are expressed in general terms. The delegations shall be exercised with proper regard for the Council’s strategic direction, policies, plans, Standing Orders and its interpretation of its statutory obligations. The delegations are to be read together with the following propositions. These delegations are based on the following principles: • Issues relevant to a specific community should be decided as closely as possible to that community. Where an issue hasRead More →

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Submissions date extended on controvesial District Plan. Inconsistencies in the draft District Plan and a lack of communication from Hutt City Council about the implications ofte proposals for property owners have banded local residents together …  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/ forRead More →

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This page contains automatically gathered consultations and announcements with some manual additions. Notice anything missing from this list? Let us know. Hutt City Council consultations Greater Wellington Regional Council consultations Agencies / Ministries / Organisations Provide feedback on the draft National Infrastructure Plan Have your say on the future of New Zealand’s infrastructure system Emergency Management Bill Consultation open on changes to emergency management legislation. Have your say Parliament consultationsRead More →