Online tools make it far easier for our councils and NGOs to connect with the community. And try they do.
But you only ‘lead a horse to the water …’
Here are some examples of current outreach. Maybe an opportunity or two for you to plug in, give your views, connect.
Surveys
Te Mata Park Trust – wants to know about the services and improvements Park users want at this iconic natural playground. Here’s the survey.
HB Foundation – as part of a national inquiry, wants to know how and why Kiwis give. Here’s the survey.
HB Regional Council – wants views on how to fund our coastal protection. Here’s the info and survey.
Newsletters
The HB Knowledge Bank – a must-read for local history buffs. Read here.
Hastings Council – latest edition of My Hastings. Read here.
NCC — a similar newsletter, Neighbourhood. Read here.
HBRC – Grounded, reports regularly on the Regional Council’s activities affecting the rural community. Read here.
Grey Power – news from the Napier chapter. Read here.
Connect!


The latest grounded newsletter is July August 2025
Sorry, here’s correct link:
https://mailchi.mp/hbrc/grounded-autumn-2026?e=ba803f733e
But note that year given in their headline should be 2026!