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Update from project team Kia ora, The Tupua Horo Nuku project is continuing to progress in Sunshine Bay and Mā-koromiko. We have successfully completed pre-construction tasks in Sunshine Bay which included survey works, ground investigations and ecological sweeps to check for wildlife and minor modifications to the rock revetments. This week we have started on the removal of the old seawall in Sunshine Bay which is significantly thicker than the old seawall in Mā-koromiko. This work will facilitate the installation of the new rising sewer main behind the new seawall. A lane closure will be in place for both Sunshine Bay & Mā-koromiko during workRead More →

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Open Day We were thankful the rain held off for the recent open day in Mā-koromiko which gave people the opportunity to see the completed seawall sections in this bay. Following a walkthrough with the Mayor, local councillors and invited media, the community were able to get a close-up look at the pre-cast seawall blocks which our team has been working hard to install. “I’m really excited about the progress we’ve been able to make on this project,” Mayor Campbell Barry said. “Many in the local community have been advocating for this for a very long time and to be down here seeing the seawallRead More →

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We outlined a few trials in a survey that sought to provide more options to help getting to/from Days Bay wharf – , you can see a summary of survey results here. We have now opened applications for spaces in a few trials: Shuttle. Wildfinder are helping us get a shuttle trial off the ground starting next Monday 3 July. The shuttle will meet three sailings in the morning and three in the evening on weekdays, and the trial will run for two months. It will run between Matipo St and Days Bay wharf along Muritai Road, and get to Days Bay wharf five minutes aheadRead More →

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Survey East By West is working with the Eastern Bays Climate Response Network to understand how we can provide better access to the ferry and service to residents of the Eastern Bays, as well as visitors into the area. We encourage current ferry users and non-users alike to take part. Complete the survey nowRead More →

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Tupua Horo Nuku Eastern Bays Shared Path

Tupua Horo Nuku Construction Update Kia ora koutou, The construction team has been progressing well on Tupua Horo Nuku with large sections of the seawall foundations now in place. In further works next week the team will be upgrading and enhancing areas of the foreshore in front of HW Shortt Park, and establishing a Bird Protection Area to create a nesting habitat for Little Blue Penguins/Kororā, disturbed during the construction in other bays. The Bird Protection Area will include the following: Signage advising the area is a Kororā nesting habitat New penguin nesting boxes will be installed. The timber fence between HW Shortt Park andRead More →

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Greater Wellington Regional Council contracted, professional deer cullers will be hunting in East Harbour Regional, Northern Forest between 1st May and 26th May. Hunters will be only hunting when weather conditions are conducive to hunting. There will be 13 days of actual deer hunting in the period. No hunting will be undertaken on weekends, public holidays or school holidays. Hunting will on occasion be occurring at night. The East Harbour Regional Park website notices will be updated daily as the hunter communicates his plans to Jo at GWRC. Please feel free to text Jo 0274673076 if you are unsure. Ospri Arial possum control – OSPRI undertook an aerial operation to target possums on 15 November 2022 see attached map.  CerealRead More →

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Eastbourne Community Board

As expected, the ECB has had a busy start to the year. I acknowledge the ongoing support and incredible work ethic from Board members Frank Vickers (Deputy Chair), Murray Gibbons, Emily Keddell, Bruce Spedding and Tui Lewis. Point Howard slip: The Point Howard Residents Association, led by Allison Gandy, plays a significant role in liaising with Council and Wellington Water and communicating with residents following the significant slip event on 14 March. This demonstrates the importance of active, well-connected resident associations in the Eastern Bays and is a reminder of how vulnerable many areas of Eastbourne residents can be. The ECB’s Bruce Spedding continues to focusRead More →

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(originally published in the Eastbourne Herald February 2023). More information on Eastbourne Civil Defence and Emergency Preparedness. As demonstrated so graphically in the latest weather events, the official emergency and support services may not be able to respond to every issue and will have to prioritise. This is especially true of the Eastern Bays as we are easily isolated and represent a small part of Hutt City. This means communities like ours will have to pitch in and look after each other. The most important thing is to keep up to date and informed. The failure of virtually all forms of communication and power haveRead More →

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Community bands together as slip impacts Point Howard: The slip came down on Tuesday morning. Power to 75 affected houses was restored by 7pm that night  …   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 750Read More →

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The Eastbourne Community Digital Noticeboard has been operating at the library for some time. The information (screens) can now be viewed online. Besides normal community information there are events and dynamic information such as news headlines and travel information. If you notice anything incorrect please let us know. If you wish to see additional information let us know as well.Read More →

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Work is beginning on the Maire Street and Tuatoru Street car parking areas to incorporate shared path improvements. A Council contractor has asked us to advise residents about work at the Community Centre car park, Corner of Tuatoru Street and Marine Parade. DATES: Between Wednesday 1 March and Wednesday 22 March Working hours: Monday to Friday Normal work hours, 7am to 6pm Note: Road marking will occur during night-time hours on 2 March from 7:00 PM to 5:30 AM. (Weather/site condition dependent). WHAT’S BEING DONE: Bollards removal, new removable bollards and signage installation, existing Line Removal, line marking, relocation of community sign board, wheels stopRead More →

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Tupua Horo Nuku Eastern Bays Shared Path

Kia ora koutou You may have seen an article in the news about escalating costs for the construction of Tupua Horo Nuku. We have prepared some background information and key messages for you to refer to if asked. BACKGROUND Tupua Horo Nuku is a 4.4 kilometre walking and cycling path to be built along Marine Drive between Ngau Matau (Point Howard) and Eastbourne. The shared path will create connections both within the Eastern Bays and beyond as it connects to other routes in the Hutt City walking and cycling network. This will promote and encourage walking and cycling, which will help to reduce congestion andRead More →

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Marine ecology in safe hands: HCC. Following local concern about the impact of the path’s construction on marine ecolgy, council says the methods were approved by ecologists for construction in rock pool areas and systems are in place to manage effects on wildlife…   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 onRead More →

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Eastern Bays Climate Response Network

Report from Eastbourne and Bays Climate Response Meeting 16/11/22 The climate network is off to a great start. We now have 63 members, a wealth of information and projects set up to carry on into the new year. At the first meeting only a month ago a number of people volunteered to gather information or form a group to work on a particular issue. Here’s what happened!!! (this report is also available for download) Eastbourne Community Board – the creation of this network was facilitated by the EastbourneCommunity Board which will host the website, manage the contact list and pay some costs such as theRead More →

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Tupua Horo Nuku Eastern Bays Shared Path

Tupua Horo Nuku – Eastern bays Shared Path – November e-newsletter. The latest news on the shared path construction progress, seawall construction details, and the much commented on temporary wave defence barriers (no, the path will not be extending out that far ) Detailed design and consultation of the northern bays has begun, links are included. Too much to include here so click to download. You can also sign up to receive these newsletters directly – links are included in this document.Read More →

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GROUP REPORTS FROM CLIMATE MEETING Find out more about the Climate Response Network We had a really positive inaugural meeting of the Eastern Bays Climate Network. It was great to see so many people engaging with people they had never met and the enthusiasm for positive action. I have attached the full list of ideas so those who were unable to come can see what was canvassed so far. If there is anything on the list you would like to become involved in let me know and maybe other groups will develop. * Meeting Wednesday November 16  St Ronan’s Hall – after that we may not meetRead More →

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Tupua Horo Nuku Eastern Bays Shared Path e-newsletter Welcome to the Tupua Horo Nuku Eastern Bays Shared Path project email newsletter. We are working hard to prepare for construction of Tupua Horo Nuku Eastern Bays Shared Path. Key milestones over recent months include Te Huringa-nuku, the sod-turning, amongst other exciting events. We have also been further developing the design plans for Mā-koromiko and Sunshine Bay ahead of construction beginning here. Read the October newsletter  or you can find out more about the project hereRead More →

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The ECB, Mayor Campbell Barry, HCC CEO Jo Miller, and residents farewelled Virginia Horrocks as Chair of the Community Board last night. Ginny has been Chair for six of her nine years on the Board and is not standing again. She has made a significant impact on Eastbourne during her time on the Board. Among her many successes, she has helped ensure the Tupua Horo Nuku shared path project became a reality and has focused her energy and enthusiasm (and walked the talk) on climate change and the impact it will have on Eastbourne. Thank you Ginny.Read More →

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Community information session (St Ronan’s Church & live-streamed 7:30pm Thursday 11 August Information session about construction in person or on a live-stream on the Hutt City Council Facebook page. Project updates and information are available on the Tupua Horo Nuku project webpage Local updates will be available on the project page on this site. More information about the sequence of construction, seawall design, traffic management, environmental management and timeframe. Q & A session followed. The recording is also available on the HCC Facebook pageRead More →

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On Wednesday 3rd August 2022 we hosted an information meeting to get a community perspective on how climate change and specifically sea level rise will impact the Eastern Bays, and start the discussion on how to respond. With an attandance of over 100 locals, councillors and officers the evening featured a range of information, some global but mostly looking at the local impacts. It included insights into how risks are viewed and may be managed, how we must respond to what is inevitable as well as act to restrict the extremity of what could happen. We had 4 presentations from experts covering various aspects ofRead More →