• Eastbourne Community Board meeting

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

    Everyone is welcome to the Community Board Meeting to be held in the Eastbourne Community Hub/Library on Tuesday 3 November 2026 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. Agenda including speakers and Chairs report is available here for download (pdf) Addendum Agenda of Eastbourne Community Board - Tuesday, 3 November 2026 (pdf)

  • Invitation: Have your say on Hutt City Council’s Long Term Plan 

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

    Kia ora koutou, Mayor Ken Laban warmly invites Eastbourne businesses, community groups, clubs  and community stakeholders to an informal conversation about Hutt City Council's Long Term Plan 2027–2037. Date: Wednesday 14 October 2026 Time: 6:30pm – 7:30pm Venue: Eastbourne Neighbourhood Hub, 38 Rimu Street, Eastbourne The Long Term Plan sets the Council's priorities, services and budgets for the next ten years. As part of our early engagement, we want to hear directly from the Eastbourne community about what matters most to you, your organisation, your club or your business etc. Come along, share your views and ask questions. More information about the Long Term Plan

  • Eastbourne Community Board meeting

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

    Everyone is welcome to the Community Board Meeting to be held in the Eastbourne Community Hub/Library on Tuesday 18 August 2026 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. Agenda, speakers and Chairs report are available here for download (pdf)

  • Farewell to the Fruit Shop – End of an Era

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

    Join your community in wishing Sandra, Richard and Tom Lai a fond farewell after 62 years, Saturday, 27 June, 12.30 pm, Eastbourne Library/Community Hub. All welcome.

  • Eastbourne Community Board meeting

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

    Everyone is welcome to the Community Board Meeting to be held in the Eastbourne Community Hub/Library on Tuesday 16 June 2026 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. Agenda, speakers and Chairs report are available here for download (pdf)

  • Eastbourne Community Board meeting

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

    Everyone is welcome to the Community Board Meeting to be held in the Eastbourne Community Hub/Library on Tuesday 14 April 2026 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. Agenda - https://huttcity.infocouncil.biz/Open/2026/04/ECB_14042026_AGN_6420_AT.PDF

  • Community Response and community emergency hubs – WREMO

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

    James North from Wellington Region Emergency Management Office will be with us at Eastbourne Neighbourhood Hub to speak to Household preparedness in the event of an emergency. There will be a presentation followed by a question and answer session.

  • Household Preparedness – WREMO

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

    James North from Wellington Region Emergency Management Office will be with us at Eastbourne Neighbourhood Hub to speak to Household preparedness in the event of an emergency. There will be a presentation followed by a question and answer session.

  • Book Launch – Sunshine Road by Catherine Manchester

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

    Wednesday 28 January 2026 at 11:00am, Eastbourne Neighbourhood Hub. An evocative semi-autobiographical coming of age story of friendship, family, love, betrayal, and resilience. Sunshine Road explores the journey of self-discovery, the courage of self-acceptance, and the transformative power of embracing your inner knowing of who you can become. Sunshine Road developed from a handful of short stories written twenty years ago. Catherine Manchester grew up in Eastbourne, studied English Literature at Victoria and Fine Arts at Otago Polytechnic. Soon after graduation she won the Rita Angus art award and has painted and exhibited throughout New Zealand. 04 562 8042 There's no need to book your

  • 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

  • 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

  • Eastbourne & The Bays Youth Forum

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

    Are you 11 - 19 years old? Have you got ideas about what this will look like? When? Monday 28 July Eastbourne Library 5:30 - 7pm Food provided. This will be an info evening to explore establishing our own Youth Forum in Eastbourne and the Bays. The Eastbourne Youth Forum is a youth-led initiative for young people to have a voice, lead solutions, and connect with our community. This concept aims to foster a more cohesive and connected Eastbourne community. It will be a youth-led space, supported by the ECB, where young people can: Voice their needs and interests Engage with the community and Foster Community