Houghton Valley Email Newsletter
20 October, 2011
Houghton Bay intersection upgrade: Update from Stuart Bullen, Team Leader- Traffic, WCC. Planning is proceeding taking into account community input, with a November start to the work still planned. He will provide a copy of the final version of the plan, which will included in a later edition of this newsletter. The plan will include improvements to Cave Rd intersection as discussed with people on site, Traffic section are in discussion with Parks and Reserves about re-location of boulders to improve parking, foliage which obstructs view of traffic from Princes Bay will remain. – Norman
Track signs for the View Rd south and Te Raekaihau Reserve: These tracks have been named and soon signs will appear on the reserve. A map showing the tracks and names is below.
Alice Krebs Lodge: A reminder that that the lodge can be booked if a night or two in the beautiful bush overlooking the coast is desired. It is fully self contained with beds, kitchen, shower and wood burner. Contact Brenda.
Neighbourhood watch: An unregistered white motorbike has been seen on the bush tracks between Buckley Rd and Houghton Bay Rd. It’s not a good thing at a number of levels, and its not permitted. If you see him you might like to point this out.
EVENTS CALENDAR
Saturday 29 October (1pm ): Launch of the Wellington South TimeBank at Island Bay community centre (137 The Parade). You’ll have the opportunity to sign up as a TimeBank member, and meet some of the other traders in your community. Plus there will be food and games for the whole family, and music.
October 31, Community Preparedness Grant update: Several locals are in the process of preparing an application. The plan is to apply for funding for the following projects:
- Community Archaeological dig (planned for January);
- Welcome to new residents kit;
- Development of a community website;
- CD register.
If anyone else would like to contribute please get in touch asap.
November 12 Houghton Valley School Fair: Donations needed! Contact Sarah .
Regards, Grant