This will be an expo day focussing on all aspects of community resilience covering Reduction (mitigation), Readiness (preparation), Response (action) and Recovery. Expect to see more about this event over the coming months, and if you’d like to be part of it please get in touch. Find out more about the Eastern Bays Community Resilience ExpoRead More →
On Saturday 3 February the ZM Black Thunders (radio crew) will be running an activation at Days Bay for two hours (time TBC). They will be giving away locally-made treats + the chance to win a bigger prize. There will be games, activities etc. Promoting the Hutt Valley as a quintessential summer spot and to encourage visitors (primarily Wellingtonians) to the area.Read More →
The collection dates coincide with Christmas and New Years Day this year so the collection date in each case has been shifted to the previous Saturday. The calendar on this site has been updated to reflect this.Read More →
After so much interest, we have created a page for the people who were interested in joining the Eastbourne Chess Club. If you go ahead and like the page, you will be kept up to date with the latest news. We have yet to find a place to meet but above the library may be an okay option. If you have any ideas on other spaces in the community we could use, let us know. We chose Wednesdays 6.30 – 8pm due to the dinner rush being over and being an okay time for littlies to still not go to bed too late. We wantRead More →
Kia Ora Koutou, You are receiving this email because your email address appears on either the mailing list for the Seaview Wastewater Treatment Plant or our list of interested parties. We would like to invite you to a community meeting to address concerns from local residents around odour levels related to the Seaview Wastewater Treatment Plant. This meeting will adopt a collaborative approach with representatives from Wellington Water and Hutt City Council in attendance to discuss the short and long-term plans for odour management at the plant. There will also be an opportunity for residents to ask questions, provide feedback, and share their experiences. Where:Read More →
Courtesy of Simon Hoyle of Southlight Studios in Days Bay. Tupua Horo Nuka from Southlight on Vimeo.Read More →
Since introduction the battery and Tetra-Pak recycling at the Eastbourne library we have recycled over 50 kg of batteries through Bunnings and more recently dropped off over 280 Tetra Paks at Earthlink in Taita. Combining this with soft-plastics recycling at the Four Square supermarket and the Lions monthly waste bin (there’s a charge, and they recycle metals and electronics) we are doing well. Recycling (and rubbish) options are listed on this page.Read More →
The world premiere of an audio-visual production featuring Katherine Mansfield’s story “At the Bay” was screened on 2 July at Wellesley College, Days Bay, as part of a commemoration of the death a century ago of one of our best-known writers. Videos of the full production, preludes, plus readings from “The Doll’s House” and “Prelude” are available online.Read More →
Eastbourne Dental Centre has joined the Colgate recycling programme. You can now drop off empty Colgate branded product packaging for recycling at reception in the drop off box at the centre. Does not include electronic toothbrush handles and bases. Recycle cardboard packaging through your normal channels.Read More →
Winding up a busy 12 months, the Historical Society’s end-of-year event will be held on Sunday 3rd December, 2 pm at the East Harbour Women’s Club rooms, 145 Muritai Road, Eastbourne. Our guest speaker is Bob Maysmor, who grew up in Eastbourne and whose career has included: Director of the Dowse Art Museum; Senior Curator at Pataka Art + Museum; and author of a number of books on art, history and biography. Bob will talk about growing up in Eastbourne. Afternoon tea to follow. All welcome; free to members, a gold coin donation for guests.Read More →
Full steam ahead as funding secured for entire Tupua Horo Nuku path: Eighty million dollars has been secured for Tupua Horo Nuku … 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 →
The Eastbourne Community Board may award up to six (including one youth award starting 2022) “Eastbournes” each calendar year to individuals or organisations from Eastbourne who have had noteworthy achievements in the current year or have made a significant contribution to Eastbourne over a period of years. Ginny Horrocks – For her many years of service to Eastbourne on the Community Board and as a life long campaigner on environmental and community issues. Allison Gandy – For her tireless service to Point Howard residents, including leadership of the Point Howard Residents’ Association. Daisy Yan – For services to Eastbourne Community as Pharmacist Sue Fieldes – TheRead More →
Tetra Pak recycling trial – a bin is now available in the Eastbourne Library foyer (next to batteries) for Tetra Pak recycling. Please note that this trial can only continue while paks are properly opened, flattened, cleaned and dried (see below – if you’ve done this before you’ll know that rinsing is not enough). Any pak can be deposited, and you can leave the lid on. These paks will be periodically delivered to the Upper Hutt Recycling Station and will end up in products like saveBoard (www.saveboard.nz).Read More →
Submission on Adaption to Climate Change A small local group of people who have an interest in adaptation to climate change has been preparing a submission to the Parliamentary Committee for the Environment, which is conducting an inquiry into the issue of community-led retreat and options for it. The latest Eastern Bays Climate Change Network news email has more detail and a link to the draft submission.Read More →
MP awaits final decision on List or Electorate role: Chris Bishop is waiting for the final vote count on November 3 to confirm his return as Hutt South MP … 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 →
Hello Eastbourne community, Our next BURDAN’S GATE BEACH CLEAN UP is scheduled for Sunday, November 10th, 9:00-12:00. This spring we’re being supported by the Eastbourne Scouts, who bring so much energy and enthusiasm to everything they do. Shout out to Leisa Adsett for helping to coordinate this! Everyone of all ages is welcome and encouraged to come along for any length of time – every little bit makes a difference. We’ll be set up at the usual spot just before Burdan’s Gate, at the start of the Pencarrow Road. Bags and gloves provided. Thanks so much for your support, SarahRead More →
Low numbers at election meeting in new venue: A substitute candidate, two walkouts and extreme views marked last week’s Hutt South candidates’ meeting at the Petone Baptist 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 750Read More →
The next ECB meeting is at 7.15pm Tuesday 16 April at the East Harbour Womens Club. The agenda and the chairs report are now available for download (PDF 2.2MB) The chairs report is also included below and has more details about the meeting, including public speaking.. Presentations at the meeting (in addition to usual business) Waste management – A verbal presentation by Council’s Manager, Waste Minimisation. Tupua Horo Nuku and bird protection areas update: A verbal update by Council’s Project Delivery Manager, Transport Long Term Plan update: A verbal presentation by Deputy Mayor Lewis and Cr Dyer Next meetings Tuesday 18 June Tuesday 20 August Tuesday 22 OctoberRead More →
The Butterfly Creek Picnic Area faces an issue with its historic beech trees. Due to foot traffic over many years, root damage has occurred resulting in a number of trees dying.Join East Harbour Ranger Jo Greenman ahead of the ECB meeting at 5:30 pm on October 31 for an informal chat to find out more and share your thoughts on how best to preserve the remaining trees and ensure Butterfly Creek remains a safe and ecologically vibrant destination for future generations. Find out more about what we are doing here: https://www.gw.govt.nz/butterfly-creekRead More →
Resilience Expo Digital Display Rotation (Eastbourne Library inside & outside) - click anywhere to close.
