Horowhenua

New Tumuaki at Wānanga January 21, 2025 Professor Meihana Durie as been appointed as the new tumuaki (chief executive) at Te Wānanga o Raukawa. Meihana takes over from Mereana Selby, effective from… ...
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… ...
Phoenix Storm into Top Four with 3-0 Triumph January 11, 2025 The Wellington Phoenix Women’s team delivered a commanding 3-0 victory over Western Sydney Wanderers in Sydney, propelling them into fourth place in the A-League standings.… ...
Birds, Art and Fun for Everyone January 9, 2025 Get ready to spread your wings! 'Kororī, Kororā' – a vibrant and dynamic celebration of native birds in Aotearoa – has landed at the Māpuna… ...
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… ...
Police appeal for information following anti-social road activity January 4, 2025 Police would like to speak to any witnesses following an anti-social road user event in Levin earlier this week. At around 3:15pm on Wednesday 1… ...
Police veteran killed in line of duty January 1, 2025 New Zealand Police have issued the following statement after the tragic death of Senior Sergeant Lyn Fleming. "It’s with the deepest sadness that we advise… ...
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… ...
Horowhenua Locals alert Police to high risk driver December 31, 2024 Switched-on motorists who called Police to report a vehicle being driven dangerously along the highway in Horowhenua have likely prevented a major crash after Police… ...
Woman’s Body Found at Foxton Beach Boat Ramp (December 28, 2024) Police are investigating the death of a woman whose body was discovered at the Foxton Beach boat ramp early this morning, Saturday 28 December. Authorities… ...
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… ...
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… ...
Council continues investigations into vehicle access – Waikawa Beach (December 12, 2024) Horowhenua District Council has committed to exploring all reasonably practicable options for the Waikawa Beach Accessway before further consultation with the community. Council acknowledged the… ...
Man charged with murder following Lake Horowhenua homicide (December 5, 2024) A man has been charged with murder following the death of 56-year-old Robert Nattie Albert at Lake Horowhenua, in October. Detective Senior Sergeant Dave Thompson,… ...
Community consultation for Horowhenua Water Service Delivery (November 30, 2024) Horowhenua Council has voted to put forward three options for public consultation regarding the future of drinking water, wastewater, and stormwater services. This is in… ...
Meri Kirihimete Horowhenua! Parade and Carnival Set to Dazzle (November 28, 2024) Mark your calendars for a day of festive fun and community spirit as the Horowhenua Christmas Parade and Carnival makes its much-anticipated return on Saturday… ...
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… ...
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… ...
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… ...
Unsung Heroes of Horowhenua Celebrated at Civic Awards 2024 (November 21, 2024) Outstanding achievements are made every day in Horowhenua, thanks to the dedication and tireless efforts of community-minded individuals. The annual Civic and Youth Excellence Awards… ...
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.… ...
Remembrance Day Commemoration (November 7, 2024) Lest we forget – Horowhenua District Council is working with local Returned and Services Associations to observe Remembrance Day. At 11am on 11 November 1918… ...
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… ...
Police appeal for Ōtaki Beach crash information (November 7, 2024) Police are seeking witnesses to a crash in Ōtaki Beach yesterday that left a motorcyclist seriously injured. Senior Sergeant Sam Gilpin says the crash involved… ...
Police name homicide victim (October 31, 2024) Police are continuing enquiries into the death of a man at Muaūpoko Park, Lake Horowhenua. A homicide investigation was launched after the man was located… ...
Kapiti Cyber-sleuths to Outfox the crims (October 21, 2024) Are you spending more on coffee for your staff than on your cybersecurity budget? As it is Cyber Smart Week, Kapiti based award-winning cyber resilience… ...
Steam Locomotive Ja1271 passing through (October 20, 2024) RIVER CITY EXPRESS: Steam Locomotive Ja1271 passed through Kapiti and Horowhenua this morning on its way to the beautiful river side town of Whanganui. This… ...
Police investigating suspicious death in Levin (October 18, 2024) Police are investigating after a man was found deceased at Muaūpoko Park near Lake Horowhenua in Levin yesterday (Thursday) afternoon. Detective Inspector Craig Sheridan, Central… ...
Police urge drivers to take care, after a shocking day on the roads (October 17, 2024) Police say the deaths of four people yesterday are a chilling reminder of what can go wrong on our roads. Two drivers died following a… ...