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Christmas Carrolls at Coastlands December 20, 2024 Three generations of the Carroll family visited Santa at Coastlands during the week. The wee man seemed to be loving every minute of it with… ...
Driving optimism at Kapiti Business Chamber December 18, 2024 Kapiti Business Chamber general manager Claire Mance says there is much to be optimistic about as we head into a new year. “2024 has been… ...
Christmas Remembrance in Kapiti December 18, 2024 Andrew Malcolm says following on from the Christmas Remembrance Service there is still a chance to come and place a card on the tree in… ...
Taste Kāpiti Festival – Fine Beverages, Live Music and Summer Fun December 18, 2024 Food and drink enthusiasts are in for a treat this summer with the Taste Kāpiti Festival, set to take place on Otaihanga Road in Paraparaumu.… ...
Reikorangi Community Hall reopens December 17, 2024 The Reikorangi Hall is an historic building with a lot of stories to tell from its early days as a school to the newly renovated… ...
Arrest made after Otaki Ram Raids December 17, 2024 A young person has been arrested and charged in relation to two recent ram raids, after Levin Police executed a search warrant at an Otaki… ...

Wellbeing for Kapiti December 14, 2024 It’s a well known fact that people are living longer, but along with that comes a realisation that lifespan is not as important as healthspan.… ...
Kapiti Housing Trust to unlock affordable housing opportunities December 13, 2024 Yesterday’s signing of the trust deed for the Affordable Housing Trust - Kāpiti Housing Solutions marks the next step in Kāpiti Coast’s journey to providing… ...
Freight Train Incident Blocks Otaihanga Crossing December 12, 2024 A freight train has become disconnected near Otaihanga, causing its rear carriages to block the railway crossing. Authorities are urging people to avoid the area,… ...
A New Wave of Skate Park Art (December 11, 2024) If you were near the new skate park at Paraparaumu Beach late last week, you may have seen some breathtaking new artwork on the half-pipe,… ...
Kapiti award winner Mills-Albert redirects promo to Bellyful (December 11, 2024) Mills Albert, the civil contracting company based in Paraparaumu, has made headlines for its generous support of the charity Bellyful which provides free meals to… ...
Outstanding legacy for Waikanae (December 10, 2024) A 12 December gathering at Otaraua Park on the Kāpiti Coast marks the transition of the Waikanae Jobs for Nature project into an ongoing, iwi-run… ...
Christmas concert at Cedarwood (December 6, 2024) A great way to celebrate the early chrismas festivities is to join the fun at the annual Christmas @ Cedarwood 2024 which this year is… ...
Train vs Trailor at Waikanae Crossing (December 6, 2024) Story and photos by Jeff Simmonds Normally train vs car/trailor ends in tragedy and that was very nearly the case in Waikanae this afternoon when… ...
Kapiti arrest disrupts illegal firearms trade (December 3, 2024) A Kāpiti based Mongrel Mob prospect recently found with firearms and ammunition has been the catalyst for Police identifying new sources of firearms to the… ...
Kapiti’s Shed Creative Space Presents Extravaganza Show (December 2, 2024) Denis Wood from the Shed Project in Kapiti says The Shed Variety Extravaganza Show is a great way to celebrate another very busy year. “Our… ...
Kapiti options for future-focused water services   (December 2, 2024) Kāpiti Coast District Council is exploring opportunities to retain three waters services (drinking water, wastewater, and stormwater) in-house or enter joint arrangements with councils to the north… ...
Kapiti church car crash charges laid (November 30, 2024) A 36 year old Kapiti man who has been held in custody following a car crash late September will be before the Porirua District Court… ...
Celebrating Success: Work Ready Kāpiti Annual Awards 2024 (November 28, 2024) Work Ready Kāpiti reflects on a successful year, recognising the remarkable achievements across its programmes. The Work Ready Kāpiti team is proud to announce the… ...
Kapiti Coast Christmas Parade and Festival (November 26, 2024) Kāpiti Coast District Council invites you to put Sunday 8 December on the calendar when the Christmas Parade and Festival will offer a day of… ...
Tis the Season – Christmas Market (November 25, 2024) The Waikanae Baptist Church invites one and all to enjoy their European Christmas Market. The Market promises beautiful crafts, gifts, and treats to purchase for… ...
Kapiti Heritage fund recipients announced (November 25, 2024) Kāpiti Coast District Council is supporting nine projects with grants to help landowners restore or take care of significant ecological sites in the district. The… ...
Search continues for missing person, Otaki Forks (November 24, 2024) Police continue to search for David McHaffie and his black labrador dog, reported missing from Kaitawa Road, Otaki Forks yesterday, Saturday 23 November. David McHaffie,… ...
Tramper rescued from bush on Kapiti Coast (November 19, 2024) Police say an ill-prepared solo tramper has been rescued after spending a night in the bush on the Kapiti Coast.At 11.30pm on Monday, Police received… ...
Drugs, guns, and ammo located at Kapiti house (November 18, 2024) Wellington Police seized a large haul of ammunition, drugs, and firearms last week in Kapiti. Constable Sam Lewis, Wellington Gang Disruption Unit, says on Friday… ...
Comedy on the Coast Brings Laughter Back to Kapiti Playhouse (November 18, 2024) Comedy on the Coast, Kapiti Coast’s only regular stand-up comedy show, returns to Kapiti Playhouse this November, bringing another powerhouse lineup guaranteed to keep audiences… ...
Coasters Musical Theatre singing the blues (November 18, 2024) Welcome to the Blues Bar, a musical cabaret featuring soul and blues by singers such as Wilson Pickett, Al Green, Nina Simone and Eva Cassidy.… ...
Kapiti Strawberry Festival – let the sun shine in (November 15, 2024) The Kāpiti Strawberry Festival will be bathed in sunshine on Saturday 16 November (according to the forecast) so Kapiti Coasters and Visitors will likely flock… ...
Traffic disruptions likely for Gang related funeral – Porirua (November 13, 2024) Kāpiti Mana Area Commander, Inspector Renée Perkins says Police are aware of a gang related funeral in the Porirua area today. “The procession is expected… ...