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Lions Book Sale – Extended/more books! 11-27 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

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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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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. Email: EastbourneLionsNZ@gmail.com

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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

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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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) & Green (organic/garden)

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 green (garden) waste bin / ipupara tupu Your green bin is for garden waste only. What can you put in this bin? YES Grass clippings Plant cuttings NO Rubbish Concrete or stone Nappies Food waste Tip: If you don’t have a green waste

Eastbourne Lions Club

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

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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

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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

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