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Discover the hidden gem of the Parangarahu Lakes area, nestled against the rugged South Coast. https://www.gw.govt.nz/your-region/events-and-meetings/lakes-and-lighthouses-feb-23/ SUMMER EVENTS TE AWA KAIRANGI KI TAI | LOWER HUTT LocationEast Harbour Regional Park, Burdans Gate, 507 Muritai Road, Eastbourne DurationFour hours CostFree – bookings required for the bus Come experience stunning views of Wellington Harbour and the Cook Straight. Learn why the area is significant to iwi and learn about the unique history of Pencarrow Lighthouse from Heritage New Zealand. There’s two walks to choose from depending on your level of fitness; one up to look inside the lighthouse or a flatter lakeside stroll by the Kohangapiripiri Lake. MakeRead 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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Surf Life Saving New Zealand are in the process of conducting an assessment of Days Bay beach. The assessment looks at what can be done to make Days Bay safer for beach goers particularly in the summer months. As part of the process of this assessment they want to meet with locals who are willing to contribute their ideas, views on local risks, or ideas of how improvements to safety could be made. If you are interested in attending the meeting is going to be held at Wellesley College, Monday 12th December 7pm  Read More →

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Eastern Bays Climate Response Network

The Eastern Bays Climate Response Network is keen to celebrate the efforts of local businesses to reduce their carbon footprint in an article in the  Eastbourne Herald. They would appreciate your completing the survey linked below, adding as many examples as you like. They would not mention the names of individual businesses, rather publicize the efforts of the business community as a whole. They’d love to hear from you. Survey link: https://forms.gle/d8ckZRe5ZcKtF8JU9 Hope you have a great and profitable summer, you deserve it – we are lucky to be so well served with services in Eastbourne. If you are a business and would like to be added to our emailRead 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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Muritai Yacht Club

Muritai Yacht Club – Female sailors from across Wellington will be competing in a 4 race series with an emphasis on fun. The club is also running an open day, encouraging people to come along and watch as well as seeing what the club does. People are invited to come to afternoon tea about 4pm and enjoy a glass of something from about 5pm. Come and enjoy the beach, the harbour, sailing and the social ambience of our community.Read More →

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Carols service marks return to normalcy. After a two-year hiatus the Eastbourne community carol service is back on..   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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Beach Cleanup

Owing to weather forecast the beach cleanup has been cancelled. Our next Burdan’s Gate to Pencarrow beach clean will be two weeks from today on Sunday, November 27th, from 9:00-12:00. Rain or shine, all welcome for any length of time, bags and gloves provided. Contact Sarah Pettus for detailsRead More →

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Beach Night planned at Rona Bay Beach (in front of yacht club), on Jan 13th, 6pm to 8pm.  The event is an opportunity for enhance community relations and wellbeing especially for our young ones. We have Bubbles, Sandcastle building toys, Marshmallows and Smores with a little Bonfire and other toys and sports gear planned for the day. Free event. Event on Facebook If any community/volunteer groups in the area that might be interested in participating/supporting. If so, please let us know.Read More →

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Bird protection under review. Questions raised by neighbours of Bishop Park over the planned penguin protection measures on Rona Bay have prompted a review.   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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WHEN IS IT HELD? Every Monday from 4.30 pm to 7pm starting from 7 November until the end of junior sailing in April WHAT AGES? The course is for 9 to 15-year-olds. WHAT YOU WILL LEARN? The course covers key introductory skills and techniques of sailing. You will work towards achieving the Yachting New Zealand Level 1 Certificate. Course content is detailed in a Sailing Logbook, provided as part of the course. Each logbook has room for notes and is a great way to keep track of what you have learnt. Bring it along each week and keep it dry! Details on websiteRead More →

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Quentin Duthie, Greater Wellington Councillor has requested you look at these in advance of tomorrow night’s meeting. He can then focus on receiving questions and ideas from those present rather than just rather than sharing this  information. On Greater Wellington’s work on climate adaptation… New report released today on rainfall impacts: https://www.gw.govt.nz/assets/Documents/2022/10/WesternWellington_CC_Final.pdf Video: https://vimeo.com/niwanz/review/727623034/a379f1712f Media statement: https://www.gw.govt.nz/your-region/news/new-regional-climate-change-mapping-should-spur-urgent-action/ General info on adaptation work: https://www.gw.govt.nz/environment/climate-change/impacts-on-our-region/ On Eastbourne bus issues, please see update from Metlink here: https://docs.google.com/file/d/1OpZW7yd0GzH91N1mqrs80AVXw0QJ7aOh/edit?usp=docslist_api&filetype=mspresentation He’d love to hear feedback, questions and ideas for improving outcomes for the community and climate. Quentin Duthie, Greater Wellington Councillor, 021337262Read 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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Lions Bin

(Note, no collection in December) Simple and affordable rubbish disposal is available monthly at our skip. We are trialling a new e-waste collection system over spring and summer. Payment in cash only. Open on the last Saturday of each month, from 8:00 am to 11:30 am. We’ll be there to help you unload! Types of rubbish and charges are here. Email: EastbourneLionsNZ@gmail.comRead More →

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(Note, no collection in December) Simple and affordable rubbish disposal is available monthly at our skip. We are trialling a new e-waste collection system over spring and summer. Payment in cash only. Open on the last Saturday of each month, from 8:00 am to 11:30 am. We’ll be there to help you unload! Types of rubbish and charges are here. Email: EastbourneLionsNZ@gmail.comRead More →

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Lions Bin

(Note, no collection in December) Simple and affordable rubbish disposal is available monthly at our skip. We are trialling a new e-waste collection system over spring and summer. Payment in cash only. Open on the last Saturday of each month, from 8:00 am to 11:30 am. We’ll be there to help you unload! Types of rubbish and charges are here. Email: EastbourneLionsNZ@gmail.comRead More →

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Lions Bin

(Note, no collection in December) Simple and affordable rubbish disposal is available monthly at our skip. We are trialling a new e-waste collection system over spring and summer. Payment in cash only. Open on the last Saturday of each month, from 8:00 am to 11:30 am. We’ll be there to help you unload! Types of rubbish and charges are here. Email: EastbourneLionsNZ@gmail.comRead More →

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Lions Bin

(Note, no collection in December) Simple and affordable rubbish disposal is available monthly at our skip. We are trialling a new e-waste collection system over spring and summer. Payment in cash only. Open on the last Saturday of each month, from 8:00 am to 11:30 am. We’ll be there to help you unload! Types of rubbish and charges are here.Read More →