By:
On:
Lions Auction

Garage sale in courtyard, auction and ‘white elephant’ in hall and books in Green Room at end of the building. Muritai School Hall, 12 November 7:30 am | Garage sale 8:30 am | Auction viewing 9:30 am | Auction begins Spring cleaning and realised you’ve got more furniture than you need? Piles of toys or books? Surplus sports gear, tools or garden furniture? Give it to a good cause! • arrange a drop-off to the Lions’ lock-up on Tuatoru St • call us to arrange a pick-up • drop-off items to Muritai School after 6:00 pm Nov 11 We are now accepting donations for ourRead More →

By:
On:
In: Eastern Bays
Historical Society of Eastbourne Newsletter header

The full August 2022 newsletter (with images) is available as a pdf file download (400K) – below are introductions to the complete articles you can read when you get the full newsletter. A very Wellington story… A while ago we came across a delightful children’s book, The Little Cloud, published in 2017 by Mākaro Press. The story had been written in 1959 by Beverley Burch (later Longmore) and illustrated by local artist Elspeth Nicol. At the time they were both kindergarten teachers, and became lifelong friends… Oral history interviews on Access Radio Many of you have told us how much you enjoyed this series. JohnRead More →

By:
On:
In: Civil Defence / WREMO, Eastern Bays, Flood protection, Water, Weather

The recent Climate Change Response meeting featured presentations including one by Belinda Storey talking about the impact on insurance of climate change. This topic is also covered by this item / podcast and worth a listen. Emma Vitz, an actuary who specialises in natural perils and climate-based risk, talks to The Detail about the work she does, and how this crucial, global industry is approaching the known-unknowns of climate change.  Read More →

By:
On:
In: Community Board, Cycling
Ginny Horrocks with bike

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 →

By:
On:
In: Eastbourne Herald, Eastern Bays

More chaos for Bays as climate change plays out. Eastbourne residents have been given a startling update on how climate change will affect our community.   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 →

By:
On:
Eastbourne Historical Society

Annual General Meeting. All welcome. Guest speaker and afternoon tea provided. Meeting will also be held on Zoom. Contact Megan.Davey@huttcity.govt.nz Our guest speaker will be Clark Stiles from Petone Heritage Centre, talking about the Prince of Wales’ visit to Petone in 1919. His presentation will be followed by afternoon tea.Read More →

By:
On:
In: Eastern Bays, Housing, Lower Hutt
Higher denser housing

About this plan change The Government passed a law in late 2021 requiring councils to change their planning rules to allow housing up to three storeys high and three homes per section in most residential areas, without requiring council planning permission (resource consent). The legislation introduced ‘medium density residential standards’ that the Council must include in the District Plan (the City’s rulebook for subdivision and development). In addition, the National Policy Statement on Urban Development (NPS-UD) means Council is also required to allow housing of at least six storeys within walking distance of our train stations, the CBD and the Petone commercial area. More housing (also knownRead More →

By:
On:
In: Civil Defence / WREMO, Eastern Bays, Emergency, Flood protection, Weather
4 phases of climate change response - Avoid Protect Accommodate Retreat

At the recent Eastern Bays Climate Change Response meeting Belinda Storey of Climate Sigma spoke about the impacts of climate change on insurance, and what insurance providers response tell us about what to expect. This article in Stuff  – Homes to start losing access to insurance within 15 years – report,  is just one of many that are now appearing in the media, telling us about what to expect in the future. Radio NZ also features a warning – Building in flood-prone locations needs to stop, insurer IAG says If you want to stay informed on this issue with respect to the Eastern bays youRead More →

By:
On:
Meet the candidates

Eastbourne Lions Club is organising a “Meet the Candidates” Meeting on Wednesday 7 September, 7pm for a 7.30pm start, at the Eastbourne Sports and Services Club (ESSC) function room. The candidates will represent elections for HCC Mayor, Harbour Ward, Council at Large, Eastbourne Community Board and possibly WRC Hutt if we have space.Read More →

By:
On:
In: Eastern Bays, Lower Hutt

The nominations have closed and the candidates for the various roles are available on the Hutt City Council website. Locally we have 9 candidates for the Eastbourne Community Board (5 positions)- congraulations to all who have put their names forward, it’s great to see democracy in action. There are also 2 candidates for the Harbour Ward (1 position),  23 for the Councillors at Large and 7 for the Hutt Mana Charitable Trust (Lower Hutt).  Candidates unknown for Greater Wellington Regional Council at this time. There is usually a Meet the Candidates meeting in Eastbourne before the election.  Read More →

By:
On:
In: Cycling, Eastern Bays, Roads, Transport, Walking

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 →

By:
On:
In: Civil Defence / WREMO, Eastern Bays, Flood protection, Recycling, Transport, Water, Weather, Wellington Harbour
4 phases of climate change response - Avoid Protect Accommodate Retreat

Ministry of Environment have released the National adaptation plan which aims to support all New Zealanders to adapt, live and thrive in a more damaging climate. Included in the information is Climate change and communities:what the national adaptation plan means for you – The plan outlines a programme of work to support communities to better understand the climate impacts that affect them and adapt to build their resilience. The Eastern Bays Climate Response Network is our way of responding to this challenge. This was initiated at a meeting hosted by the Eastbourne Community Board and featured expert speakers on the various areas of critical interestRead More →

By:
On:
Diverse members of community

Nominations for the local body elections close at noon on Friday 12th August. The Eastbourne Community Board has 5 members plus our ward (Eastbourne & Petone) city councillor. We meet about 6 times a year formally (public meeting) but informally much more often, plus board members work on their areas of interest as need arises. Any board member will be happy to discuss their experience on the board. Find out more and how to apply.Read More →

By:
On:

HUTT CITY COUNCIL POARI HAPORI O ŌKIWINUI | EASTBOURNE COMMUNITY BOARD ORDER PAPER PUBLIC BUSINESS 1. OPENING FORMALITIES – KARAKIA TIMATANGA (22/994) 2. APOLOGIES 3. PUBLIC COMMENT Generally up to 30 minutes is set aside for public comment (three minutes per speaker). Speakers may be asked questions on the matters they raise. Meeting agendaRead More →

By:
On:
Cyclist and walker on shared path

Join community information session. St Ronan’s Church and live-streamed  7:30pm Thursday 11 August You are invited to join us at our community information session about construction in person or on a live-stream on the Hutt City Council Facebook page. Details can be found on the project website hutt.city/tupuahoronuku The event will also be livestreamed on the Hutt City Facebook page , starting at 7:30. We are nearing the beginning of construction on Tupua Horo Nuku, with work anticipated to begin in the southernmost bays of Mā-Koromiko (Windy Point) and Sunshine Bay in August. Some preliminary works will take place first in both bays, and fromRead More →

By:
On:

Your rubbish bin / ipupara This is your wheelie bin with the red lid, and it’s just for rubbish. When green waste goes to landfill it creates methane, a greenhouse gas much more potent than carbon dioxide. Instead of putting it in your red bin, consider composting or using our green waste collection. Did you know? I get collected weekly.   Your green (garden) waste bin / ipupara tupu Your green bin is for garden waste only. What can you put in this bin? YES Grass clippings Plant cuttings NO Rubbish Concrete or stone Nappies Food waste Tip: If you don’t have a green wasteRead More →

By:
On:

Your rubbish bin / ipupara This is your wheelie bin with the red lid, and it’s just for rubbish. When green waste goes to landfill it creates methane, a greenhouse gas much more potent than carbon dioxide. Instead of putting it in your red bin, consider composting or using our green waste collection. Did you know? I get collected weekly.   Your green (garden) waste bin / ipupara tupu Your green bin is for garden waste only. What can you put in this bin? YES Grass clippings Plant cuttings NO Rubbish Concrete or stone Nappies Food waste Tip: If you don’t have a green wasteRead More →