Today's local news and information update from Petersfield's Shine Radio.
Council Leader raise concerns over business rates
85th birthday brings presents for Home Start Butser
The Easter message is one of hope
and we preview this weekend’s sport

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Published at 4:58am on 3 April, 2026

Today's local news and information update from Petersfield's Shine Radio.
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<li>Council Leader raise concerns over business rates</li>
<li>85th birthday brings presents for Home Start Butser</li>
<li>The Easter message is one of hope</li>
<li>and we preview this weekend&rsquo;s sport</li>
</ul>
To share your news stories email&nbsp;<a href="mailto:team@shineradio.uk">team@shineradio.uk</a> or call, text or WhatsApp 01730 555 500.
You make it shine.
Published at 4:58am on 3 April, 2026

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Local stories, local voices and local information from Petersfield.
We cover community news, culture, nature, history, events and entertainment in the South Downs market town of Petersfield in Hampshire, UK.
This feed includes all our on-demand audio. Find our more specific feeds by searching "Petersfield" on your  favourite podcast app.
Shine Radio is the radio station made by you. Share your stories or join our volunteer team. Find out more at <a href="https://shineradio.uk">https://shineradio.uk</a>, email <a href="mailto:team@shineradio.uk">team@shineradio.uk</a> or call Petersfield 01730 555 500.
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Local news for Friday 3rd April

As we roll into Spring and a new financial year, Damian Hinds updates on the view from his Parliamentary desk.

Hear about war costs affecting East Hampshire, proposals to reorganise local government regions and policy changes which impact local residents and businesses, including changes to rates.

The next update will appear after the local elections in May.

As we roll into Spring and a new financial year, Damian Hinds updates on the view from his Parliamentary desk.
Hear about war costs affecting East Hampshire, proposals to reorganise local government regions and policy changes which impact local residents and businesses, including changes to rates.
The next update will appear after the local elections in May.

An April update from East Hampshire's MP

Petersfield Climate Action Network – PeCAN - has invited Heat Pump expert, the wonderfully named  Bean Beanland, to speak at a public meeting on 15 April at the United Reform Church, at 630pm. 

Rob Staples from PeCAN talks to Mike Waddington about some of the issues around it and why no question is too basic. The speaker wants to explain all about Heat Pumps and deal with a few myths.

PeCAN also offer individual advice about keeping your home warm.

They also feel that - like solar panels - a culture change is on its way.

See: Upcoming Events

Petersfield Climate Action Network &ndash; PeCAN - has invited Heat Pump expert, the wonderfully named&nbsp; Bean Beanland, to speak at a public meeting on 15 April at the United Reform Church, at 630pm.&nbsp;
Rob Staples from PeCAN talks to Mike Waddington about some of the issues around it and why no question is too basic. The speaker wants to explain all about Heat Pumps and deal with a few myths.
PeCAN also offer individual advice about keeping your home warm.
They also feel that - like solar panels - a culture change is on its way.
See: <a href="https://petersfieldcan.org/events">Upcoming Events</a>

With oil price rises, is it time for a Heat Pump?

Home Start Butser supported a record number of families last year - up 25% - through their volunteers and groups in Petersfield, Clanfield and Horndean.

A recent birthday party brought them a surprise, says Nicola Winter, the manager, who tells Mike Waddington about a record breaking year, a new clutch of trained volunteers and the generosity of local people.

The Junior Petersfield Hockey Club collected Easter Eggs for Home Start families, the Lions provided vouchers for meat and the 85th birthday party collected presents for them.

Nicola talks about their groups and new meetings after Easter, and how to get in touch.

See more at Home-Start Butser | the leading local family support charity

Home Start Butser supported a record number of families last year - up 25% - through their volunteers and groups in Petersfield, Clanfield and Horndean.
A recent birthday party brought them a surprise, says Nicola Winter, the manager, who tells Mike Waddington about a record breaking year, a new clutch of trained volunteers and the generosity of local people.
The Junior Petersfield Hockey Club collected Easter Eggs for Home Start families, the Lions provided vouchers for meat and the 85th birthday party collected presents for them.
Nicola talks about their groups and new meetings after Easter, and how to get in touch.
See more at <a href="https://homestart-butser.org.uk/">Home-Start Butser | the leading local family support charity</a>

Local news for Friday 3rd April

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