Eastbourne NZ

Welly Walks - Kowhai Street / Butterfly Creek Track
2024-01-27 - 2024-01-28 | Kowhai Street track, Kowhai StreetEastbourne, Lower Hutt, 5013, New Zealand
On the last weekend of January, walk any of these six trails and discover hidden prizes.
The Wellington region has a diverse network of trails to walk, run, and ride. There are hundreds to discover that lead to fabulous views, swimming holes, waterfalls, and picnic spots. Every day is a good day to go for a walk, but the incentive is even higher on 27 and 28 January. For one weekend only, treats have been hidden on six welly-walked trails in the region.
Grab the whānau, look for a specially marked box on each trail, and score some prizes from local businesses. From 9am each day there are delicious goodies to be found — all you have to do is get outside and find your wild.
Find your wild to win

Ōtari-Wilton’s Bush,
Waikanae River Trail, Kāpiti Coast
Te Ara Piko, Porirua
Kowhai Street Track, Lower Hutt
Tane’s Track, Upper Hut
Greytown to Woodside Trail, Wairarapa

https://www.wellingtonnz.com/visit/trails/welly-walks

ZM Black Thunder promo Days Bay
2024-02-03 | Days Bay beach, 611 Marine Drive, Days Bay, 5013, New Zealand
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.

Eastbourne Community Board Meeting
2024-02-13 19:15 - 21:15 (Pacific/Auckland) | East Harbour Womens Club, 145 Muritai Road, Eastbourne, Lower Hutt, Wellington, 5013, New Zealand
The agenda and the chairs report are available here (pdf).

Public have the opportunity to speak for 3 minutes each before meeting starts.

East by West Ferries cease Mātiu Somes service for 6-8 months
2024-02-19 | Mātiu Somes Island
East by West will not be operating services to Mātiu/Somes Island from 19th February 2024 for 6 – 8 months while the wharf is rebuilt.
This means our weekday and weekend timetables will change from the 19th February as we will not be stopping at the island. We have not received a date for the island reopening but we will communicate this to everyone as soon as we’re able to.
Services will still be running as usual right through to the 18th February so there’s still time to head out to the island over the next few weeks!
More information: https://eastbywest.co.nz/matiusomes-island-closure

Muritai School Car Boot Sale
2024-02-25 10:00 - 13:00 | Muritai School Yard
Fundraiser – morte information and register https://forms.gle/BdkTHefgQvjTX2CF6

Shakespeare's Macbeth - 29 Feb to 9 March - Butterfly Creek Theatre Troupe
2024-02-29 19:30 - 2024-03-09 22:00 | Muritai School Yard
Something wicked this way comes – the only Summer Shakespeare in the Wellington region this year.
A stunning, contemporary production of Shakespeare’s fast-paced and powerful tragedy of unchecked power and ambition. Macbeth leads the notorious Scotland crime family’s successful fight against rebels and rivals but he and his wife are ambitious for power. He murders the Boss, Duncan, and assumes control of the family. But who can he trust? Things quickly start to fall apart. Blood will have blood as Macbeth sinks into despotism, friends turn against him and his wife dies.
Wrap up warmly for this outdoor Bard in the Yard production (inside if the weather is poor) at Muritai School yard in Eastbourne. Directed for the award-winning Butterfly Creek Theatre Troupe by John Marwick and Elspeth Cotsilinis.
Restrictions: Includes violence – parental guidance recommended.
Ticket Information

Adult: $19.65 each ($18.00 + $1.65 fees)
Senior/Member: $16.58 each ($15.00 + $1.58 fees)
Under 25: $0.00 each ($0.00)
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Dates

Thu 29 Feb 2024, 7:30pm–10:00pm
Fri 1 Mar 2024, 7:30pm–10:00pm
Sat 2 Mar 2024, 7:30pm–10:00pm
Thu 7 Mar 2024, 7:30pm–10:00pm
Fri 8 Mar 2024, 7:30pm–10:00pm
Sat 9 Mar 2024, 7:30pm–10:00pm

Restrictions
R13

Phone Sales

0800 BUY TIX (289 849) – Ticket Outlets

Website

Butterfly Creek Theatre Troupe

CANCELLED: Eastbourne Community Board - Walk Around
2024-03-02 08:00 - 12:00 | Eastern Bays
This event has been cancelled as were are not enough issues to warrant the effort and cost. Individual bays will be contacted and any issues raised will be dealt with individually. Thank you. ECB
On Saturday 2 March, the Community Board will have its annual trip through Eastbourne and the Bays, visiting Resident Associations and residents. As usual, we plan to travel (by van) south from Point Howard, spending 20-30 minutes in each bay or area to discuss any issues residents would like to bring to our attention. These are generally broader issues or concerns not otherwise managed through the Council’s Report a Problem service.A Council officer will join us for the morning.Can you please send Belinda Moss a list of any issues or concerns you would like to discuss with the Board, and suggest where you would like to meet us? I will share a timetable nearer the time.We’ll send the notes, actions and Council responses from the 2023 walk around in the next few days.We look forward to meeting with you.Ngā mihi nui

Eastbourne Wharf to Wharf Swim 2024
2024-03-03 08:00 - 11:00 | Days Bay beach, 611 Marine Drive, Days Bay, 5013, New Zealand
The Eastbourne Wharf-to-Wharf swim was held on Sunday 3rd March – results of the 2024 swim can be found here
The Wharf-to-Wharf swim has become an Eastbourne institution that has been running for over 100 years. This fun, non-competitive friendly swim event is run by the Muritai Yacht Club and volunteers for the benefit of the Eastbourne community. The course begins on Days Bay beach and finishes next to the Rona Bay wharf in Eastbourne. Every person is a winner and at a distance of approximately 1.25km it is an event that all age groups can enjoy together.
Entry is open to any swimmer who is confident in deep water but we do require that swimmers under the age of 12 years have parental consent and we recommend that an adult swims with a child who is in this age group. Numbers may be limited to a maximum of 200 at the discretion of the organisers.
We look forward to seeing you in Eastbourne 2025.

Lions Auction
2024-03-23 08:00 - 14:00 | Muritai School Hall, 166 Muritai Road, Eastbourne, Lower Hutt

Eastern Bays Resilience Expo
2024-03-24 10:00 - 15:00 | Muritai School Hall, 166 Muritai Road, Eastbourne, Lower Hutt
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 Expo

HCC Long Term Plan Drop-in session
2024-04-06 12:00 - 13:00 | Eastbourne Community Hub/Library, 38 Rimu Street, Eastbourne, Lower Hutt, 5013, New Zealand
6th April, 12-1pm, Eastbourne Community Hub (aka Library)
The 10 Year Plan, also known as the Long Term Plan (LTP), is council’s key strategic document. It sets out our priorities for the next 10 years, including what we will do, how much it will cost and how we will fund it. It’s reviewed every three years to make sure it is still relevant and accurate.

NZ Daylight Saving ends
2024-04-07 03:00 - 23:30
Daylight saving ends at 3am, clocks back 1 hour

HCC Long Term Plan consultation (ends 3 May)
2024-04-11 08:00 - 2024-05-03 17:00 | Online
HCC are carrying out this consultation to get your feedback on our draft 2024-2034 10 Year Plan. In the Consultation Document they’ve set out our direction and priorities across all areas – including infrastructure, our services and facilities, environmental initiatives, and overall financial planning.
We want to hear what you think about the proposals they’ve made in this draft plan. It’s one of our most important 10 Year Plans, so get involved and help us take the next steps!
https://www.huttcity.govt.nz/LTP-2024
Here you’ll find:

Direct links to our feedback form – click through and have your say today!
More information about the four key issues we are consulting on
Supporting information about asset management, infrastructure, finances and where we’ve already made savings

The feedback form won’t take you long, depending on how much detail you’d like to give. You can provide as much or as little feedback as you like. We know you are busy, so we now have the functionality where you can save your online feedback form and come back to it later.
It’s a challenging time economically for everyone, which is why this is one of our most important 10 Year Plans. Help us take the next steps in making Te Awa Kairangi ki Tai Lower Hutt a great place to live – now and into the future.
If you have any questions at all, then please email HCC on: haveyoursay@huttcity.govt.nz
Feedback closes at 5pm on Friday 3 May 2024.

East by West Ferry - late sailings end
2024-04-12 | Days Bay beach, 611 Marine Drive, Days Bay, 5013, New Zealand
Please be aware our late sailing ends on Friday 12th April. This means we will no longer be running the 8:30pm departure from Queens Wharf / 8:55pm from Days Bay on Thursdays and Fridays until next Summer.

ANZAC Day
2024-04-25 10:00 - 11:00 | Memorial Gates, Muritai School, 166 Muritai Road, Eastbourne, Lower Hutt 5013, Lower Hutt, Wellington, New Zealand
Anzac Day is usually commemorated by the Eastbourne Community at the war memorial adjacent to Muritai School, followed by refreshments at the Eastbourne Sports and Services Club.
Assembly at Ballinger Gardens, Makaro Street from 9.30am – March to the Memorial Gates, Muritai School. ANZAC Service commences at 10am.
Anzac Day is observed on 25 April. It commemorates New Zealanders killed in war and honours returned and serving servicemen and women.
Anzac Day dates
1916 – Anzac Day gazetted as a half-day holiday
1921 – Anzac Day becomes a full public holiday
1939 – Dawn ceremony widely included in New Zealand Anzac Day commemorations for the first time
1949 – Legislation passed preventing Anzac Day from being ‘Mondayised’
1966 – Current Anzac Day Act liberalises activities allowed after 1 p.m. on Anzac Day
2013 – When 25 April falls on a Saturday or Sunday, the Monday will now be a public holiday
2020 – All Anzac Day public ceremonies in New Zealand cancelled because of COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic
The date marks the anniversary of the landing of Australian and New Zealand soldiers – the Anzacs – on the Gallipoli Peninsula in 1915. The aim was to capture the Dardanelles and open a sea route to the Bosphorus and the Black Sea. At the end of the campaign, Gallipoli was still held by its Ottoman Turkish defenders.
Thousands lost their lives during the Gallipoli campaign: 87,000 Ottoman Turks, 44,000 men from France and the British Empire, including 8500 Australians. To this day, Australia also marks the events of 25 April. Among the dead were 2779 New Zealanders, about one in six of those who served on Gallipoli.
They may have ended in military defeat, but for many New Zealanders then and since, the Gallipoli landings signalled that New Zealand was becoming a distinct nation, even as it fought on the other side of the world in the name of the British Empire.
Anzac Day was first observed in 1916. The day has gone through many changes since. The ceremonies that are held at war memorials up and down New Zealand, and in places overseas where New Zealanders gather, are modelled on a military funeral and remain rich in tradition and ritual.
(https://nzhistory.govt.nz/war/anzac-day/introduction)

ANZAC Day Citizens Service
2024-04-25 10:00 - 11:00 | Memorial Gates, Muritai School, 166 Muritai Road, Eastbourne, Lower Hutt 5013, Lower Hutt, Wellington, New Zealand
10 am Citizens Service at the War Memorial Gates at Muritai School. A march will precede the Service – assembling at Ballinger Gardens from 9.30. The club will be open post the Service for Morning Tea.

Wellington Electricity Community Info evening
2024-04-30 18:30 - 20:30 | East Harbour Womens Club, 145 Muritai Road, Eastbourne, Lower Hutt, Wellington, 5013, New Zealand
Wellington Electricity invites you to a community gathering at East Harbour Women’s Club in Eastbourne.
The event offers an opportunity to learn more about Wellington Electricity and engage with our team.
Please join us for a short presentation and light refreshments.
There will be a Q&A session but we also welcome questions by email in advance of the event, or at any time.
RSVP is appreciated for catering reasons. Please let us know if you’d like to attend, via email, by Friday 26 April .
RSVP: we_CustomerService@welectricity.co.nz

Defibrillator Training - Free - WFA
2024-05-07 18:30 - 20:00 | Eastbourne Sports and Services Club, 48 Tuatoru Street, Eastbourne, Lower Hutt 5013
Wellington Free Ambulance Defibrillator Course
ESSC Tuesday 7 May 6:30-8:00PM
FREE to attend (ESSC will make a donations to WFA)
Every week an average of 4-5 people suffer a cardiac event in Wellington/ Wairarapa
Email Mel – MANAGER@ESSC.CLUB

Tie dye a top for Pink Shirt Day
2024-05-09 12:00 - 17:00 | Eastbourne Community Hub/Library, 38 Rimu Street, Eastbourne, Lower Hutt, 5013, New Zealand
Community Hub (library) – Tie dye a top for Pink Shirt Day Friday 17 May 2024
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Beach Clean up
2024-05-25 09:00 - 12:00 | Burdan’s Gate
(Rain date on Sunday.)
All welcome, bags and gloves provided. Come along for any length of time – every little bit makes a difference. We’ll be set up just before Burdan’s Gate, at the start of the Pencarrow Road.

Emergency Mobile Alert - Nationwide Test
2024-05-26 18:00 - 19:00 | Online
The nationwide test of the Emergency Mobile Alert (EMA) system is happening on Sunday, 26 May, between 6-7pm

The alert will be broadcast from cell towers to about 5 million phone across NZ. As long as your phone is on, capable, the software is up-to-date you should receive the alert.

Emergency Mobile Alert is an extra channel that can help keep you safe in an emergency. It does not replace other alerting systems or the need to take action after natural warnings.

You should still be prepared for an emergency. If you feel your in danger, never wait for an official warning. Take immediate action. Find out more about the nationwide test, https://getready.govt.nz/en/prepared/ema

Parangarahu Lakes Community Planting Day
2024-06-15 09:00 - 15:00 | Parangarahu Lakes, Pencarrow Head, Lower Hutt, 5013, New Zealand
Join us for a day of planting mingimingi, ake ake, and other native species at these nationally significant lakes.
The Parangarahu Lakes are important to the surrounding environment and are home to native taonga. This includes a range of wetland plants, īnanga (galaxias maculatus), manu (birds), and our native freshwater mussel, the kākahi.
This planting day is perfect for those who enjoy a bit of physical activity, as you’ll be carrying plants and digging holes.
What to bring/wear:• Sturdy boots or gumboots• Long sleeves and pants, and a waterproof jacket are essential. Layering and wearing a hat or beanie is a good way to stay warm. This site can be very exposed, so it is a good idea to bring a spare change of clothes.• Feel free to bring your own favourite spade and gloves.• Bring your own water bottle, lunch, and snacks.
We provide:• FREE transport from Burdan’s Gate, Eastbourne, along the rugged coast to the Lower Pencarrow Lighthouse at the harbour entrance and onto the entrance of the first lake. Please book your seat as we have limited numbers. No private cars will have access.• Plants and planting tools, gloves.• An experienced team leader, health and safety management and training.
Weather: This event is weather dependent. We will update all those that have registered at the link above via email before 6pm on 14th July. To keep updated with essential information about our events, including postponements and cancellations, please click ‘interested’ on this Facebook event page.
Getting there: Meet us at 8.45am just past the Bus Barn at the public toilets 509 Muritai Road, Eastbourne.
Bookings are essential to secure your seat on the bus to the lakes. Register here button: https://forms.office.com/r/bSTtemfaq9

Eastbourne Community Board meeting
2024-06-18 19:15 - 21:00 | East Harbour Womens Club, 145 Muritai Road, Eastbourne, Lower Hutt, Wellington, 5013, New Zealand
Tue 18-Jun-24 7:15 PM – 9:15 PM

Here’s the agenda for next Tuesday’s Eastbourne Community Board meeting at 7.15pm, 18 June at the East Harbour Women’s Club.

Come along and hear updates from GWRC and the Tupua Horo Nuku resilience and shared path project team. Or use the public speaking spot to talk for up to 3 minutes about any community matter.

https://huttcity.infocouncil.biz/…/ECB_18062024_AGN…

Seaview Wastewater Treatment Plant tour
2024-06-22 13:30 - 15:30 | Seaview Waste Water Plant, Waterman Street, Seaview, Lower Hutt, New Zealand
Wondering how the Seaview Wastewater Treatment Plant works? Join us for a tour of the Plant to see first-hand how it works and learn more about future planned upgrades.

• Date: 22 June
• Time: 1.30 – 3.30 pm
• Where: Seaview plant main entrance, Waterman Street, Seaview

Space is limited so be sure to book your spot by emailing community@wellingtonwater.co.nz with your name, number of people attending, and your contact number in case of postponement. Please RSVP before Friday 14 June.

Just a heads-up: there’s some walking and stair-climbing involved, so it might not be suitable for those with mobility issues or kids under 12.

For health and safety reasons, people must wear long pants, long-sleeved tops, and closed-toe shoes. We’ll provide the rest of the gear. As most of the tour route is outside, don’t forget your rain jacket in case of showers!

If the weather forecast is bad, the tour will be postponed to Saturday 6 July. As numbers are limited, we’ll work on adding another date if there’s a lot of interest.

Matariki (library/Hub)
2024-06-27 - 2024-06-28 | Eastbourne Community Hub/Library, 38 Rimu Street, Eastbourne, Lower Hutt, 5013, New Zealand
Matariki is the Māori name for the cluster of stars, that rises in midwinter and for many Māori, heralds the start of the new year.
The return of the cluster is commemorated by Te Rā Aro ki Matariki 2024, which happens on Friday, June 28, this year. Early in the morning, just before dawn, is the optimum time to view the Matariki cluster.
Matariki 2024 – Mānawatia a Matariki
Community Library / Hub (note these events are all on the 27 June, 28th is a holiday)
Muritai School Kapa Haka Performance. Join us for a special performance by Muritai School Kapa Haka. 27th of June at 10am
Matariki Heri Kai. Join us in celebrating Matariki Heri Kai with a potluck-style morning tea kicking off at 11:30 on Thursday the 27th of June. Bring a plate of something that you’d like to share with the community or just come by for some kai and conversation
Matariki storytime after dark. Ever wondered what the library is like at night? We are holding a special after-dark storytime on the 27th of June at 5:30pm. Get ready for some Matariki themed stories and activities for ages 3+.

St Alban's Matariki Kids Cooking Class
2024-06-28 09:30 - 12:00 | St Alban’s Church, 11 Ngaio Street, Eastbourne, Lower Hutt, 5013, New Zealand
Come and join us to make some yummy Matariki baking!

1 July -1 Aug (under way) HCC Representation Review: No more community boards? Have your say!
2024-07-01 - 2024-08-01 | Online
The review recommends the abolition of all the community boards – you can have your say – more information and links to submission form here

Matariki Performance, Crafts and Kai
2024-07-06 16:00 - 17:00 | St Alban’s Church, 11 Ngaio Street, Eastbourne, Lower Hutt, 5013, New Zealand
Join us for a special Matariki performance, crafts and kai! Come and enjoy wonderful performers from Speak Again, create your own crafts and taste some delicious kai. Don’t miss out on this wonderful opportunity to celebrate Matariki with us!

East Harbour Environmental Association AGM plus speaker
2024-07-17 20:00 - 22:00 | St Ronans Church Hall, 234 Muritai Road, Eastbourne,, Lower Hutt, Wellington, 5013, New Zealand
The East Harbour Environmental Association is holding its AGM next Wednesday evening. As is customary, there will be a speaker at 8 pm and members of the public are most welcome.
Speaker: Liz Gibson on local stream systems
Liz is from Mountains to Sea Wellington Trust and carries out educational work on NZ stream systems. She will start with a quick briefing on the work they do, including with schools in our area, and then outline the current state and ecology of local streams of the eastern harbour catchments. She will discuss some of the interesting tools and tech they use to find what is out there, and will offer opportunity for the audience to engage with this further and learn more.
Location: St Ronans Church Hall, Muritai Rd
Date & time: Wednesday 17 July, 8 pm.

Representation Review - drop-in session.
2024-07-20 13:00 - 14:00 | Eastbourne Community Hub/Library, 38 Rimu Street, Eastbourne, Lower Hutt, 5013, New Zealand
Have questions in relation to the representation review? Come along to one of the community drop-in sessions and have a chat with HCC!
Dates:

Naenae Neighbourhood Hub – Saturday 6 July 11am-12p
War Memorial Library – Wednesday 17 July 7pm-8pm
Eastbourne Neighbourhood Hub – Saturday 20 July 1pm–2pm
Petone Neighbourhood Hub – Saturday 20 July 3pm-4pm
Wainuiomata Neighbourhood Hub – Sunday 28 July 2pm-3pm

Proposed changes to how our communities are represented on Council have just been released for public consultation and we’re keen to hear from you by 1 August.
An independent panel undertook community engagement in late 2023 and early 2024 to consider representation in Lower Hutt and have now recommended:
That there be no community boards in Lower Hutt and the three existing community boards in Petone, Eastbourne and Wainuiomata be disestablished.
That Hutt City Council be made up of a mayor and 13 councillors:• 5 councillors elected at-large from across the city (one fewer than currently).• 1 councillor elected from Mana Kairangi ki Tai Māori Ward, covering the whole city (new position as voted by Council in 2023).• 7 councillors elected from 5 general wards (one more councillor and one fewer wards than currently).

The panel’s report, FAQs and how to have your say are at hutt.city/repreview or visit any Council hub.
