Entertainment

Festival of Pots and Garden Art January 17, 2025 This Wellington Anniversary Weekend, let your creative spirit soar at the Festival of Pots and Garden Art, running from Thursday, January 16 to Monday, January… ...
Reikorangi Hall and Playground officially opened January 17, 2025 Reikorangi residents gathered on Wednesday afternoon to celebrate the official opening of the Reikorangi Community Hall, and the new Playground at the Reikorangi Reserve. Reikorangi… ...
Great Kapiti Characters keep on keeping on January 14, 2025 By any reckoning two of Kapiti's greatest characters must be Kevin Jones and Warwick Halcrow - marketeers, business partners, and long time mates. The pair… ...
Tutus on Tour – Kapiti January 12, 2025 Kapiti will have three performances of the Royal New Zealand Ballet Tutus on Tour 2025. This continues RNZB's well-established and successful pattern of presenting classical… ...
The Cat in the Hat January 12, 2025 The Dr Seuss classic story The Cat in the Hat is hitting the stage at Southward Theatre. This is one of those shows for the… ...
Mr Fungus makes Kapiti debut January 12, 2025 World famous in Wellington, the iconic Mr Fungus brings his upbeat physical comedy show to KidzStuff, a season sure to bring delight to kids aged… ...

Waikanae Beach New Year Market January 11, 2025 The Waikanae Beach New Year Market returns on Sunday, 12 January, promising a vibrant celebration of local craftsmanship and creativity. The community event will be… ...
Extra Public Transport for Phoenix Game this Saturday January 9, 2025 Metlink will provide additional capacity for bus services replacing trains during the Wellington Phoenix vs Adelaide United match on Saturday, 11 January. Trains will be… ...
Transports of delight at Kapiti Gallery January 6, 2025 Historical ships, planes and trains feature in the latest art exhibition in the Roderick and Gillian Deane Community Art Space at the Paraparaumu Library. Local… ...
Superb Mulled Wine Concerts for 2025 (January 1, 2025) Kapiti has been fortunate to see many world renowned musicians as part of the Mulled Wine Concerts which is now into its fifteenth season of… ...
BIG DIG at Waitarere Beach (December 31, 2024) The BIG DIG at Waitarere Beach on Thursday promises to be the biggest yet. This annual event has been going for 41 years. The first… ...
Kapiti Blooms for Garden Trail 2025 (December 26, 2024) Enjoy a relaxing summers' day out exploring 12 beautiful gardens on the stunning Kāpiti Coast. The 2025 Waikanae Lions Garden Trail line-up features a selection… ...
Sisters in Country Hit the Road to Kapiti Coast (December 26, 2024) Kapiti is welcoming Kiwi Country Music legend Jodi Vaughan and the Sisters in Country show in January at the Otaki RSA and Community Club. Vaughan,… ...
Walking with Alpacas Offers Scenic Adventure on the Kapiti Coast (December 24, 2024) This festive season, Cantharis Alpacas invites locals and visitors to enjoy a unique guided walk with their friendly alpacas in the hills above Paraparaumu. Scheduled… ...
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.… ...
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,… ...
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… ...
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 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… ...
Beatz of Nationz: A Celebration of Cultural Diversity (November 21, 2024) Horowhenua is gearing up for a vibrant celebration of cultural diversity with a multicultural festival that promises to bring the community together in a showcase… ...
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… ...
The New Things – LIVE with Interlopers and Gram Antler at Paekakariki (November 11, 2024) Paekakariki at its best – experience exciting bands that get the dance floor moving. The New Things are returning to Paekākāriki after last year’s NZ… ...
Kapiti Community say on alcohol licensing getting easier (November 7, 2024) Recent changes to the alcohol laws have made it easier for communities to have a say on alcohol licence applications, and now people can sign… ...
Kapiti Culture, not tha Clout – Graffiti Artists (November 5, 2024) Currently exhibiting at the Roderick and Gillian Deane Art Space in Paraparaumu is: Culture, not tha Clout – Graffiti Artists. The exhibition is celebrating creativity… ...
Kapiti Women’s Expo has 100+ Exhibitors (October 24, 2024) The Kapiti Women's Expo started 11 years ago as a way for a few local business women to not only display their goods and services… ...
Kenakena School Festival of Fun (October 20, 2024) The well celebrated Kenakena School Festival of Fun is back by popular demand with this year's festival being held at Kenakena School on Saturday 9… ...
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… ...
Otaki Carbon Forests – planting the future (October 22, 2024) Ōtaki Carbon Forests is celebrating its first year in operation by holding a public meeting as part of its Climate focussed series and reporting on… ...
Kapiti Water – In at the deep end (October 8, 2024) Kāpiti Mayor Janet Holborow says  whether we like it or not the future of water service delivery is going to change, with a stronger focus… ...
Last chance to vote in Fish & Game elections (October 8, 2024) Licensed game-bird hunters and anglers have just days to vote in the Fish & Game elections. New Zealand’s 12 regional Fish & Game Councils are… ...
Strong earthquake felt – Kapiti to Wellington (October 6, 2024) Official updates: From GNS Science (GeoNet) · Last updated 3 mins ago A magnitude 5.7 earthquake occurred 30 km west of Wellington, New Zealand at Sun Oct 6… ...
Upgrade makes Tokomaru water supply safer (September 12, 2024) Horowhenua District Council has carried out further work to ensure the Tokomaru water supply remains safe to drink. The latest upgrade has raised the pH… ...
Strong pool of candidates standing for Fish & Game councils (September 11, 2024) A strong pool of 127 people passionate about angling, game bird hunting and conservation are standing as candidates for the upcoming Fish & Game elections.… ...
Weather: Storms, lightning and heavy rain dampen weekend (August 31, 2024) Lightning strikes are lighting up the skies in many areas, with storms and a swathe of yellow and orange weather warnings and watches across much… ...
More heavy rain forecast for Kapiti (August 26, 2024) While rain and river levels are easing Kāpiti Coast District Council will continue to monitor the weather overnight. Heavy rain is forecast for six hours from… ...
Court of Appeal decision on Kāpiti environmental damage case (August 15, 2024) This week the Court of Appeal released its decision on costs and sentencing in relation to a Kāpiti Coast environmental damage case that Greater Wellington… ...
Pink Weed-Killer for Kapiti Expressway (June 25, 2024) NZTA says they have been spraying invasive plants along the Kāpiti Expressway with a weed killer dyed pink and advise "don't touch these plants. Don't… ...
Illegally dumped rubbish cost Kapiti $60,000 (June 14, 2024) Fly-tipping. Littering. Illegal rubbish dumping. Whatever you call it, it pollutes the environment, spoils our shared spaces, can be dangerous for people and animals and… ...
Kapiti Lions e-Waste Collection Catching On (June 14, 2024) Kapiti people are getting a firmer grip on the opportunity to get rid of old electrical equipment including computers and cellphones under a Lions Club… ...
Kapiti Coastal adaptation report to be tabled (June 14, 2024) The independent Takutai Kāpiti Coastal Advisory Panel’s recommendations for coastal adaptation pathways will be tabled at a Kāpiti Coast District Council meeting on Thursday 20… ...
Kapiti E-Waste Recycling Day 8 June (May 27, 2024) Cliff Gott from the Kapiti Combined Lions Clubs says on Saturday the 8th of June there will be a great way to clear some space… ...
Nga Manu winter series hosts Zoe Studd (May 9, 2024) Kicking off the superb Nga Manu Winter Series 2024 is Mountains to Sea Executive Director Zoe Studd. Zoe's topic is Love Rimurimu (Giant kelp) and… ...
Extra care on roads with heavy rain warning (May 1, 2024) MetService says the district will is in for heavy rainfall and anyone out and about driving after 8pm should take care. The watch was issued… ...
The Unseen – Film Screening and Panel Discussion (April 26, 2024) The Unseen is a full-of-wonder film that is both educational and inspirational (See video trailer below). It is the hope of both the filmmakers Geoff and… ...
Government cuts see hike in public transport fares (March 26, 2024) Fare changes are coming soon for passengers aged 24 and under, following the government’s decision to withdraw funding for age-based concessions. Adding to a cost-of-living… ...
Police enquiries made into Ōtaki fire (March 24, 2024) Police say they are making enquiries following a bush fire in Ōtaki yesterday evening. Just before 5:20pm, Police were called to Marine Parade, near Rangiuru… ...