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  • A Peek Inside Pencarrow

    Pencarrow Lighthouse Pencarrow Head, Lower Hutt, New Zealand

    Walk or cycle to Pencarrow Lighthouse and visit Aotearoa's first lighthouse. Usually closed to the public, we are opening the doors for you to explore inside. Ever wondered if you have what it takes to be a lighthouse keeper back in 1800's? Walk or Cycle out to Pencarrow Lighthouse and climb up to Aotearoa's first lighthouse! Chat with knowledgeable guides about the history, construction and stories behind this unique Poneke landmark while exploring the interior, usually restricted for public access. Cost: Suggested koha $10 Event information here: https://wellingtonheritagefestival.co.nz/.../a-peek.../ Health & Safety: Please note the walk up to Pencarrow lighthouse is steep and can be muddy. Ensure

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  • Lions Garage Sale

    San Antonio School 78 Oroua Street, Eastbourne,, Lower Hutt, New Zealand

    15 November - Lions Garage Sale and Auction, San Antonio School, 78 Oroua St (times to be confirmed) A great selection of items ready for a new owner, with proceeds going back into the Lower Hutt community. Be kind to the planet - re-use and refurbish and give quality items another chance. Donations of saleable items are now being accepted. Text 027 488 5602 or email EastbourneLionsNZ@gmail.com

  • Eastbourne Pool opens

    Eastbourne Pool Marine Parade, Eastborne, Lower Hutt, New Zealand

    Hey everyone, thought I’d make a quick introduction. I’m Alex and I’ll be Team Leader at Eastbourne Pool this season! Registrations for Icebergs are now open – please make sure to sign up so we can get enough numbers for it to run! There will be flyers at Eastbourne Library and at the pools, or you can download the registration form below. Completed forms can be dropped off at Te Ngaengae or Huia Pool; or you can email them to (mailto:tengaengaepool@huttcity.govt.nz). These need to be handed in by the 7th November at the absolute latest! The pool is opening on Saturday 15th November - save

  • Gollans Valley – Historical Society of Eastbourne

    Eastbourne Community Hub/Library 38 Rimu Street, Eastbourne, Lower Hutt, New Zealand

    Find out more about Gollans Valley The mysterious stretch of land with a fascinating past, at the end of the No Entry road at Burdan’s Gate 12:30 pm, Saturday 15th November 2025, Eastbourne Community Hub / Library Local historian Ali Carew presents an illustrated talk on the history of the latest addition to Wellington’s regional park system, right at our back door. All welcome. Further info from eastbournehistorynz@gmail.com

  • Book launch – Eastbourne: A Postcard Village, by Nik Zangouropoulos and Alison Carew

    East Harbour Womens Club 145 Muritai Road, Eastbourne, Lower Hutt, Wellington, New Zealand

    Book launch: Eastbourne: A Postcard Village, by Nik Zangouropoulos and Alison Carew: Sunday 16 November at 2pm, in the East Harbour Women’s Club rooms, 145 Muritai Road To recap: Nik is an avid and very knowledgeable postcard collector who specialises in cards of the Wellington region. He estimates he owns about 90% of the 370 known postcards of the eastern bays. Several years ago he gave a talk to our members on the subject, and mentioned that he’d like to do a book about Eastbourne postcards, so I offered to help with the local history content. And that’s how our collaboration started. We began working

  • Muritai Make-it Market

    Muritai School Yard

    The Muritai 'Make-It" Market is coming up! It will be held in the afternoon on Friday 21st November. (Postponement day is Thursday 27th November) Start collecting up $1 and $2 coins for your children. It is helpful for them to have a wallet and a bag to store all their purchases on this day. Get ready for a great afternoon!

  • Book launch : Start Here – A Guide For The Overwhelmed?

    Eastbourne Community Hub/Library 38 Rimu Street, Eastbourne, Lower Hutt, New Zealand

    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-site

  • Eastbourne Beach Cleanup

    Burdan's Gate

    It’s that time of year again, so mark your calendar! Our next Eastbourne beach clean-up is scheduled for Sunday, November 23rd. We’ll be set up at the usual place - the picnic table just before Burdan’s Gate - from 9:00 until noon. All welcome, for any length of time. Even half an hour makes a big difference. Bags and gloves provided.  

  • Eastbourne Garden Tour

    St Alban's Church 11 Ngaio Street, Eastbourne, Lower Hutt, New Zealand

    November 29 @ 1:00 PM - 6:00 PM NZDT In support of St Alban's Church and Hall strengthening Come and enjoy the opportunity to buy potted plants, join in 3 different garden raffles and have morning tea  (koha) from 11.30 till 12.45 in the tranquil St Alban's church garden, 11 Ngaio St Eastbourne, Lower Hutt, Wellington. The garden tour proper will start at 1pm from St Alban’s church, with the supply of a map of gardens to visit and will end with hors d’oeuvre, wine and live music in the last garden at 5pm. A map of gardens will also be supplied by email in the week prior

  • Christmas Market

    San Antonio School 78 Oroua Street, Eastbourne,, Lower Hutt, New Zealand

    30 November - Eastbourne Christmas Market - San Antonio School, 78 Oroua St, 10am-3pm For more information or to book a stall space as a vendor, visit - eastbournemarket.co.nz

  • Eastbourne Community Board meeting

    Everyone is welcome to the Community Board Meeting to be held in the East Harbour Women’s Club, 145 Muritai Road, Eastbourne, Lower Hutt on Tuesday 2 December 2025 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. Our new Mayor Ken Laban and some HCC Councillors will also be present. If you wish to use the public speaking spot to talk for up to 3 minutes about any community

  • Clean Up The Hutt

    Burdan's Gate +1 more

    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! Eastbourne

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