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Election day 7 November . Voting places open from 9.00am to 7.00pm Election night. Preliminary election results released progressively from 7.00pm on electionresults.govt.nzRead 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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Wednesday 28 January 2026 at 11:00am, Eastbourne Neighbourhood Hub. An evocative semi-autobiographical coming of age story of friendship, family, love, betrayal, and resilience. Sunshine Road explores the journey of self-discovery, the courage of self-acceptance, and the transformative power of embracing your inner knowing of who you can become. Sunshine Road developed from a handful of short stories written twenty years ago. Catherine Manchester grew up in Eastbourne, studied English Literature at Victoria and Fine Arts at Otago Polytechnic. Soon after graduation she won the Rita Angus art award and has painted and exhibited throughout New Zealand. 04 562 8042 There’s no need to book yourRead More →

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  King Lear is this year’s Bard in the Yard production. Don’t miss the chance to see one of the world’s great plays. Our February 2026 Bard in the Yard production of King Lear will be a bold, contemporary production of King Lear to be directed by Elspeth Cotsilinis.  Our wonderful cast in alphabetical order: Martyn Barry King of France & 1st servant Rhiannon Bertaud-Gandar Cordelia Penelope Bond Lady Kent Lian Butcher Goneril Suzy Cain Lady Gloucester Brandon Chung Oswald Ruth Corkill Regan Kevin Lenahan Edmund Izzy Longson Curan, Messenger & 2nd gentleman Anne Manchester Doctor, Knight & 1st gentleman John Marwick Lear Lauchlin Mead Edgar MartinRead More →

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James North from Wellington Region Emergency Management Office will be with us at Eastbourne Neighbourhood Hub to speak to Household preparedness in the event of an emergency. There will be a presentation followed by a question and answer session.Read More →

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Wildfinder are excited to be hosting a fifth FREE Kayak Safety Workshop at Days Bay on Friday 13th February 2026! For all details of the workshop and to reserve your spot (spaces are limited!) click here: https://www.wildfinder.co.nz/kayak-safety-workshop in memory of Jack Skellett, 1998-2021 Following the tragic death of Jack Skellett in Wellington Harbour in 2021, the Jack Skellett give-a-little fund was set up to run FREE Kayak Safety Workshops for the community. We’ve now hosted four of these workshops, with a fifth scheduled for February 2026. The 5th workshop will be held in Days Bay on Friday 13th February 2026. The workshop is a comprehensive,Read More →

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Everyone is welcome to the Community Board Meeting to be held in the Eastbourne Community Hub/Library on Tuesday 17 February 2026 commencing at 7:15 pm. A public forum 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 ask questions during the actual meeting, other than during public comment. Agenda will be available closer to the dateRead More →

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Eastbourne summer pool

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. https://eastbourne.nz/2026/01/14/last-chance-to-keep-our-pool-open-for-the-full-season/Read 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: Eastern Bays, Emergency, Environment, Fire, Weather

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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Crazyman Multisport will be held in Eastbourne/Petone on 14 December 2025. The event commences with the kayaking leg from Days Bay to Petone Wharf and the Hutt River, with a scheduled start time of 8.00am. For more information, please visit the Crazyman website: Crazyman The CourseRead More →

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Huge community day with prizes, shared kai, and good vibes! Clean-ups will be happening right across Te Awa Kairangi ki Tai Lower Hutt from 10am until 12 noon. From midday on, we welcome everyone to join us at Petone Beach to celebrate your amazing mahi! Feel free to continue the clean-up efforts and enjoy the good vibes with beach games, music, ice creams, and kai. There are currently five clean-up sites to choose from, with something for everyone. From families with young children and those that would prefer a relaxed clean-up, to people who are keen to get their hands dirty and want some adventure! EastbourneRead More →

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The Eastbourne community is invited to celebrate the launch of “Start Here: A Guide For The Overwhelmed” by Eastbourne local Dr Kerry Makin-Byrd. Published by Little, Brown UK, START HERE is an illustrated self-help guide for dealing with burnout featuring science-based solutions that will last a lifetime. START HERE features the illustrations of Katharine Hall and was designed by Catherine Adam of Wonderbird Design. Friday 21 Nov 6 PM – 7:30 PM, Eastbourne Library & Neighbourhood Hub (Including a reading, Q&A, and cookies), Book sales are available on-siteRead 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 →