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Professional deer cullers in East Harbour Regional Park (11 Aug – 19 Sept)

Greater Wellington Regional Council have contracted professional deer cullers who will be hunting in East Harbour Regional Park Northern Forest between 11th August & 19th September. Hunters will be only hunting when weather conditions are conducive to hunting. There will be 13 days of actual hunting in the period. No hunting will be undertaken on weekends, public holidays or school holidays. Hunting will on occasion be occurring at night. The EHRP website will be updated daily as the hunter communicate their plans to me. Please feel free to text me at 021771730 if you are unsure. Please report deer sightings – include date of sighting,

Lions Recycled Reading : 11 -19 October (9am-3pm)

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

'Recycled Reading' - great range of books, games, and some vinyl ready for another owner. Nine day sale - Sat 11 Oct through to Sun 19 Oct. 9am-3pm each day. Change of venue to San Antonio School, Oroua St, Eastbourne. EFTPOS available, BYO bags. Donation boxes in Eastbourne and Petone library foyers; or for pick up/drop off of larger quantities, text Gavin 027 488 5602 or John 022 102 4696

Historical Society of Eastbourne AGM and talk

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

Historical Society AGM is on Sunday 21st September, 2 pm in the East Harbour Women's Club. Following the AGM, our speaker is David Watt from Heritage NZ, talking about the upsides and downsides of heritage.

Daylight saving starts

Daylight saving starts, clocks forward 1 hour from 2am. 28 September 2025 at 2am

Electrify the Hutt

Lower Hutt Town Hall Laings Road, Lower Hutt, Wellington, New Zealand

Get ready, Hutt Valley – the future is electric! The Electrify the Hutt Expo is charging into Lower Hutt with a mission to spark inspiration and supercharge your lifestyle with the power of clean electricity. As energy bills climb and climate concerns grow, this high-energy event will show you how to take control—cut costs, slash emissions, and embrace a smarter, more sustainable way of living. Discover the incredible potential of generating your own local power through solar panels, micro wind turbines, and more. With dynamic demos, interactive exhibits, and expert talks, you'll learn how easy and empowering it is to electrify your home, reduce your reliance on

Local Body Elections – including regional and city councils, and community board.

Local Government Elections: The Local Government Commission overruled the HCC council vote to disestablish the Eastbourne Community Board as of the next election. This means ECB will be part of the next election cycle.  Thank you Eastbourne for your support! Local body elections are your opportunity to elect your regional (GWRC) and city (Hutt City) councillors, and your community board members (ECB).

Lions Book Sale 11-19 October

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

This year's booksale in October across two weekends and the week in between too! 9 - 3pm each day.New location: San Antonio's school on Oroua Street (next door to the church at no. 78). Donate books to collection boxes at your local library: Eastbourne, Lower Hutt or Petone. For collection or drop off of large numbers of books, text 027 488 5602. Funds raised going to local causes. Email: EastbourneLionsNZ@gmail.com

Shake Out 2025 – register and win

ShakeOut 2025 is happening at 9:30am on 16 October, and applications are open! ShakeOut is self-run earthquake and tsunami drill held across the world to remind people of the right action to take during an earthquake. During an earthquake, Drop, Cover and Hold. You can also practice a tsunami hīkoi (evacuation walk) if you're in a coastal area. Every individual or household that registers goes into the draw to win a personal grab bag. Bags will be delivered and stocked with items to keep you safe during an emergency. Every organisation, school, university, marae, or community group that registers goes into the draw to win a Civil

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 Garden Show

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

In support of St Alban's Church and Hall strengthening Step into a world of six acclaimed private gardens each a living canvas of colour, design and inspiration from lush natives to sculpted landscapes. Each garden tells a story and provides a visual image of wonderful creations. One garden, allegedly with the best vista, has not been opened to the public before. One garden has previously featured in the House and Garden magazine. The tour (self-guided) will begin with an opportunity to buy potted plants from 11.30 and lunch from 12 midday, both in the tranquil St Alban's church garden, 11 Ngaio St Eastbourne, Lower Hutt, Wellington. The

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Resilience Expo Digital Display Rotation (Eastbourne Library inside & outside) - click anywhere to close.