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Census Day

Tuesday 7 March 2023 is Census Day Ko te Rātū 7 Poutūterangi 2023 te Rā Tatauranga 2023 Census is our chance to represent ourselves, our families, whānau, communities, and cultures. Census gives us the power to create change that benefits all of us; in our lives, towns, schools, hospitals, and streets. When we all take part in the 2023 Census, all of us count - Tatau tātou. Assisted Completion Locations (ACLs) will provide accessible and trusted community locations where people can seek advice and support to complete their census. The key dates for the Census are: 7 February 2023 - Census public contact centre opens (0800 CENSUS/0800

Freemasons’ Scholarship – Eastbourne-Bays Community Trust

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APPLICATIONS FOR EASTBOURNE FREEMASONS’ SCHOLARSHIP Closing date 15 May 2023. This $5,500 scholarship is available to students who have distinguished themselves during a minimum of three years tertiary study and who have lived in Eastbourne for a minimum of five years during their life. Application forms are available from the website. Contact: Gaby Brown 021 179 5311 https://www.eastbourne-bays-community-trust.org.nz/

Eastbourne Community Trust – Grant Applications

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Closing date: 15 June 2023. Applications from Eastbourne-Bays groups are invited. Application forms are available on the website (below) or from Eastbourne Library. Contact: Gaby Brown 021 179 5311 or email: trustees@ebct.org.nz. For information on the Trust go to: https://www.eastbourne-bays-community-trust.org.nz/

Port Road Drags (rescheduled)

Port Road Port Road, Seaview, Lower Hutt, Wellington, New Zealand

Due to horrific weather in November we are planning to run our event on March 12 2023 , hoping we have a clear day.It is a requirement for us to advise our intentions for a one day event located at Port Road Seaview Lower Hutt this coming March .We are working hard with the HCC and is our intentions to bring as little disruptions to the area during this time.With huge interest in this event we endeavour to bring a first class event to the Wellington Region.Sunday 12 March  2023 7am to 6pm.Noise complaints, reports of dangerous driving or any other illegal activities outside our

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Waste collection: Red (general) & Blue (glass)

Non recyclable rubbish 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 glass recycling crate / pouaka kara- he This is your blue open-top crate, which is just for glass YES Glass bottles Glass jars Remember: Rinse bottles and jars to make sure they’re clean. NO Lids Tableware and Pyrex Broken glass

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Waste collection: Red (general) & Yellow (paper/plastics/cans)

Non recyclable rubbish 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.     Paper & plastics Your recycling bin with the yellow lid / ipu hangarua This is your wheelie bin with the yellow lid, and it's just for rubbish. I get collected on yellow weeks. When incorrect items end up in the

Muritai School 125th

Muritai School Hall 166 Muritai Road, Eastbourne, Lower Hutt

Get Ready to Party with Muritai School as we Celebrate our 125yr Jubilee. Students, staff, whānau, community members and alumni are encouraged to join in a fun-filled event spanning two days to celebrate the 125th anniversary of Muritai School. Taking place on Friday, March 24, 09:00am to 11:30pm and Saturday, March 25, from 10:00 to 3:00pm at the school (Muritai Road, Eastbourne, Lower Hutt) Information and registration

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Monthly Skip Bin (Eastbourne Lions)

Burdan's Gate

(Note, no collection in December) Simple and affordable rubbish disposal is available monthly at our skip. We are trialling a new e-waste collection system over spring and summer. Payment in cash only. Open on the last Saturday of each month, from 8:00 am to 11:30 am. We’ll be there to help you unload! Types of rubbish and charges are here.

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Waste collection: Red (general) & Blue (glass)

Non recyclable rubbish 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 glass recycling crate / pouaka kara- he This is your blue open-top crate, which is just for glass YES Glass bottles Glass jars Remember: Rinse bottles and jars to make sure they’re clean. NO Lids Tableware and Pyrex Broken glass

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Lions Book Sale 1,2 April

Muritai School Hall 166 Muritai Road, Eastbourne, Lower Hutt

This years book sale will be at the Muritai School Hall - 9am to 3pm Saturday and Sunday. Book donations can be left in the library foyer, or for pickups of larger amounts text 027 488 5602.

Daylight saving ends

Daylight saving ends Sunday April 2nd 3am  - put clock back 1 hour to 2am.

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Lions Book Sale 1,2 April

Muritai School Hall 166 Muritai Road, Eastbourne, Lower Hutt

This years book sale will be at the Muritai School Hall - 9am to 3pm Saturday and Sunday. Book donations can be left in the library foyer, or for pickups of larger amounts text 027 488 5602.

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