 Time to hit the Gym July 24, 2019Leading New Zealand exercise expert Richard Beddie says an obesity epidemic is gripping New Zealand which also has a phy... More...
 Kiwis moving towards plant-based diet May 2, 2019Increasing numbers of New Zealanders are ditching animal products and opting for plant-based foods, according to new fig... More...
 Nīkau Ecological Experience in Kāpiti April 23, 2019The Nīkau Ecological Experience will be uniquely Kāpiti and is about thinking globally while acting locally. It wil... More...
 Kāpiti Libraries full of Mystery April 23, 2019A Mystery in the Library event on Friday 2 May at Paraparaumu Library 6 7.30pm is being held as a celebration of the N... More...
 Kāpiti Art Therapy tool for Anxiety April 22, 2019Hear are some tips for dealing with Anxiety from Kāpiti Art Therapy's Corinne Allan.If you could draw your Anxiety how w... More...
 Kāpiti Bird Club Annual Show April 11, 2019The Annual Kāpiti Bird Show is on this Saturday, April 13 at the Community Centre, Ngahina St, Paraparaumu.Hosted by... More...
 Kāpiti Genealogy Guest Speaker is writer Peter Farrell March 12, 2019Author Peter Farrell is the guest speaker at the next Kāpiti Genealogy... More...
 Beware of Do-it-yourself Healthcare February 18, 2019It seems social media is awash with gadgets offering do-it-yourself remedies and caution is advised.One device doing... More...
 What causes Meltdowns in children February 16, 2019Meltdowns are an awful experience; both for your child and for you. Seeing your child suffer so badly can be heart-wrenc... More...
 Acclaimed Scottish Historian Graeme Mackenzie to visit Kāpiti February 14, 2019The Kāpiti Branch of NZ Society of Genealogists is delighted to be hos... More...
 Waikanae Arthritis Education Sessions February, 201913 February 2019 Waikanae Arthritis Education SessionsCome along to our Arthritis Education Sessions and find out ab... More...
 Yoga in the Park - Free sessions in Kāpiti February 5, 2019Kāpiti Health, Fitness & Wellbeing Coach Zuri Brudenell will be running a series of FREE Community Yoga and Meditation c... More...
 Happy New Year Kāpiti January 1, 2019 More...
 Mental Health or the lack of it? December, 2018#1 Mental Health is a hot topic nationwide. Pamm Millage, local professional hypnotherapist and psycho-spiritual healer... More...
 Toxic Mould Closes Waikanae Library December, 2018The Kāpiti Coast District Council has closed the Waikanae Library and Service Centre as a precaution, following air qual... More...
 Kāpiti Historical Society Update November 29, 2018This monthSome thoughts from the PresidentFeedback on Larry Keim's talk last monthThe December speakerBo... More...
 Kāpiti Food Fair a fun foodie day out November 20, 2018On Saturday the 1st of December, bring the whole family down to the Mazengarb Reserve for a fun foodie day out.Kicki... More...
 Kāpiti Hearing expands to cope with demand October 1, 2018A report commissioned by the National Foundation for the Deaf estimated 880,350 people in New Zealand (18.9 per cent) su... More...
 Kāpiti Coast hosts gut health workshops September 20, 2018The journey to improved wellbeing starts with good gut health and Kāpiti Coast residents can find out how to get started... More...
 Gus Evans in the Kāpiti Garden July 21, 2018It certainly has been a wet time out in the garden but at the same time the weather has been quite mild so far, and we h... More...
 Coastlands welcomes boutique fashion store June 6, 2018Coastlands' first independent boutique women's fashion store, Wallflower, officially opened this week, promising an upli... More...
 New World Ōtaki snags a winner Steven Cole (Owner) and Craig Taylor (Butchery Manager) at New World Ōtaki, fended off dozens of challengers last week t... More...
 Kāpiti Gardening with Gus Evans Autumn is a really busy time for gardeners. We have all of the bulb selection to plant, daffodils, Hyacinth, tulips, fre... More...
 Meditation Session - Chillin with Pip February 16, 2018A Transformation Meditation Doubt Free workshop with Pip Mukta Jarden will be held this Saturday (17 Feb) 2 pm 5 pm at... More...
 Cats shot in Waikanae - Public assistance please February 11, 2018From Hannah Candy"I am not usually one to share this type of thing... ... More...
 Brew Crew minus one at Tuatara February 2, 2018Adam Vasta, an OG Brew Crew member at Kāpiti's Tuatara Brewery is leaving to pursue an electrician's apprenticeship, wit... More...
 Kāpiti joins International Day Without Togs January 26, 2018Kāpiti nudists will be on the march tomorrow, fighting for greater acceptance of free-and-easy beach frolicking, as the ... More...
 From India to Kāpiti with Pip Jarden January 22, 2018Who knew that relatively simple breathing exercises, properly taught, could unveil so many inner mysteries.The notion of... More...
 Carless on the Kāpiti Coast January 6, 2018Fed up with traffic jams and tailbacks as far as you can see? Here's an idea. You can do without your car if you want a ... More...
 Avoid Swimming in Kāpiti Waterways for Next 48 Hours January 5, 2018The Kāpiti Coast District Council have issued a notice to remind peopl... More...
 Kāpiti in line for Dangerous swells on New Year's Day December 31, 2017The MetService reports a deep storm in the Southern Ocean has generate... More...
 Kāpiti Rubbish Day December, 28, 2017Kāpiti Coast Council says with this coming Monday being New Year's Day and a public holiday, your service provider who u... More...
 Kāpiti Schools Bring Christmas Joy To Coastlands December 9, 2017Kāpiti students are filling Coastlands with the sounds of Christmas ca... More...
 North Pole Express Sleighs Kāpiti December 10, 2017It was a Christmas sleigh ride with a difference for hundreds today as the North Pole Express Train puffed its way throu... More...
 Christmas Celebration at Waikanae School December 10, 2017Waikanae School was alive with the sounds of Christmas as families gathered for a summer evening picnic on the top field... More...
 Record Lamb Numbers in our region December 3, 2017If you thought you had been seeing a lot of lambs leaping about our region this spring you have.Beef and Lamb NZ says ... More...
 Kāpiti joins SeatSmart Programme November 28, 2017A recycling initiative that aims to keep children safe while improving the environment has struck a chord with those in ... More...
 Kāpiti valuations jump 37% - not reflected in Rates November 26, 2017Steve Wilson of Kāpiti Valuations says the 37% average residential val... More...
 Kāpiti valuations jump 37% - not reflected in Rates November 26, 2017Steve Wilson of Kāpiti Valuations says the 37% average residential val... More...
New Regulations for Markets November 7, 2017Kāpiti Council is talking to local market managers and regular stall holders about changes to the way food sellers need ... More...
Driving and Riding the Rightway in Kāpiti November 12, 2017Kāpiti based Rightway Driving Academy has been in operation since May this year and offers driving lessons and motorcycl... More...
 Etiquette Reminder for Kāpiti's Shared Paths November, 2017Kāpiti Coast Council has recently completed several new sections of shared pathway between the Expressway and Raumati Be... More...
 Major boost in Ultra-Fast Broadband for Kāpiti September 7, 2017 Ōtaki MP Nathan Guy is welcoming a major extension of Ultra-Fast Broad... More...
 Kāpiti Easter Sunday Trading up for discussion September 3, 2017From Monday 4 September, Kāpiti residents now have the opportunity to ... More...
 Crowds welcome Wellington on a Plate - Kāpiti Edition August 26, 2017Big crowds braved the cool weather to take part in the Kāpiti edition ... More...
 Hey Kāpiti - Say Hello to Happiness August 26, 2017The 50 things I have learnt about happiness as a counsellor, father, brother, widower, friend, activist, tennis player, ... More...
 Kāpiti Dog Registrations due by end of July 24 July, 2017The Kāpiti Coast District Council's animal management team is reminding Kāpiti dog owners that the deadline to register ... More...
 Kāpiti Food Fair Growing Weekly 24 July, 2017The Kāpiti Food Fair has 126 vendor sites booked so far and is growing weekly."We are super delighted with this result a... More...
 Caught, Cut & Cooked being served at Otaihanga 23 June, 2017This year's Wellington On a Plate will have one event in Kāpiti and it... More...
 Kāpiti Trainer takes on Mens Health Week 14 June, 2017Reality TV Personality and Kāpiti Functional HIIT owner, Elise Niu is giving away free group training sessions in Kāpiti... More...
 New restaurant offers modern New Zealand cuisine in Kāpiti 12 June, 2017 The talents of Helen Turnbull and Eddy Kennedy look set to shake up th... More...
 Kāpiti gardeners - time for the Three Pretty Ps 28 May, 2017Winter has officially arrived. But just because the days are getting s... More...
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 Murder in the Paraparaumu Library May 2017The Friends of the Kāpiti Coast District Libraries are hosting several public events this year and the next is a must fo... More...
 Kāpiti Bulb Flowering can be timed for Special Occasions May 2017For Kāpiti gardeners keen on getting bulbs to flower for special occas... More...
 Take part in Kāpiti library satisfaction survey May 2017It's time for our annual libraries' customer satisfaction survey.T... More...
 Kāpiti's Book Island Celebrates Five Years April 2017"Can you believe it's been five years since we started up Book Island on the Kāpiti Coast. We've come a long way and thi... More...
 Stunning Kāpiti April 2017Photo By Gary Allen... More...
 Daylight Savings ends - Clocks back an hour tonight April 2017Before heading to bed this Saturday night, remember to put your clocks... More...
 Happy St Patrick's Day Kāpiti March 17, 2017 More...
 Dogs in togs coming to Kāpiti March 2017Kāpiti canines will be able to cool off at Waikanae Pool next week for the first ever Dogs in Togs summer swim event on ... More...
 Kāpiti's Otaraua Park Experience open to Residents March 2017Kāpiti residents have a chance to check out the newest park in the dis... More...
 Community views wanted on Kāpiti playground upgrades March 2017Kāpiti kids and those young at heart are been called on to give feedba... More...
 Stunning Kāpiti Sunset March 2017Photo is titled Paekākāriki Rocks by Kāpiti Photographer Bob Kattenberg... More...
 Kāpiti Welcomes in the New Year January 1st 2017 More...
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 Kāpiti Library Holiday Hours December 2016Kāpiti has many of the best libraries you will find anywhere. They are operated by friendly and helpful people who make ... More...
 Paraparaumu Learning Centre Ideal for Quiet Study December 2016Located in the upstairs mezzanine at the Paraparaumu Library, the Lear... More...
 See the Great Outdoors in Regional Parks December 2016After the year we've had we all need a bit of relaxation, and Wellington's Regional Parks provide the ideal venue. Great... More...
 Cheaper weekend bus fares for Christmas! December 2016Kāpiti Coasters travelling by bus in Wellington over the next few weekends are in for some reduced fares as the Christma... More...
 Young Kiwi Entrepreneurs on the Move December 2016A new website that helps Kiwis with one of the "hassles" of modern life has passed a major milestone. The website Mo... More...
 Kāpiti welcomes Autumn April 2016 More...
 Kāpiti Yoga Studios open for Free Day of Yoga October 2015This year, on Monday, 26 October, a day of free yoga classes will beprovided to Wellingtonians by local yoga teacher... More...
 Tibetan Meditation at Kāpiti Community Centre October 2015Public Talk: Geshe Jampa TharchinGeshe la will discuss how to cultivate a peaceful mind through traditional Tibetan ... More...
Women more successful at chasing their dreams September 2015Leading life insurer and retirement savings provider, AMP, has revealed that women are more successful at chasing their ... More...
Gardening with Tod June 2015Onions in all shapes and sizesHow many savoury recipes can you think of that don't call for onions? Stir fries, casserol... More...
Find Peace in a Busy World February 2015Free talk about meditation & awarenessKāpiti Coast Community Centre15 Ngahina StreetSaturday March 711am... More...
 Journey with Horses January 2015 More...
 Summer Arrives at last on the Kāpiti Coast ... January 2015 More...
 Kāpiti Food Fair rocked & rolled the Mazengarb Reserve Proudly Sponsored by ANZ ParaparaumuThe organisers of the Kāpiti F... More...
 Paws in the Park There are many dog friendly areas in our parks that you can bring your best friend. Check them out during our Paws in th... More...
 Maybe summer really has arrived in Kāpiti December 2014 More...
Kāpiti Council approves library fee change November 2014Kāpiti Council has approved a change to Kāpiti Coast District Libraries membership policy which means anyone living, wor... More...
 MoVember looms November 2014With the month of manly moustaches almost upon us, it's time for Kiwi girls to get behind their men and give them one mo... More...
 Open Weekend at Smarter Building Centre October 2014The Smarter Building Centre, 45B Te Roto Drive, ParaparaumuWe have opened the Smarter Building Centre which is a bui... More...
 Safer Boating Week - 17-24 October October 2014Kāpiti boaties will be taking to the water in big numbers as the weather warms and calms through spring and summer and t... More...
 Treat yourself to Kāpiti Isalnd October 2014What a wonderful combination - Kāpiti Island Nature Tours are offering a weekend on Kāpiti Island combined with meditati... More...
 Little health in snack bars October 2014Snack bars promote themselves as a healthy and convenient kick start but a Consumer NZ survey of 35 snack bars found mos... More...
Pathway to Yoga - rejuvenate the body and free the mind October 2014Pathway to Yoga - A class that aims to rejuvenate the body and free th... More...
 Research student in cancer breakthrough September 2014Wellington scientist scores cancer research breakthroughA young Wellington research student has made a breakthrough ... More...
Kāpiti WEA offers new courses August 2014The Kāpiti WEA has a number of new courses starting soon with new opportunities to learn and meet like minded members.... More...
Criticism of KiwiSaver Fund Taxation Proposals - Assumptions questioned August 2014We welcome the Chapman Tripp support for the Fair Tax for Savers Campa... More...
 Jackie Elliott introduces the Levin Waiopehu Tramping Club May 2014Perhaps the best thing about the Levin Waiopehu Tramping Club is that ... More...
 Kāpiti's Tuatara with Wellington craft beer on tap at Melbournes GABS festival May 2014Kāpiti brewer Tuatara will be among the New Zealand craft beers on tap... More...
 Kāpiti Food Fair 2014 announces new location to handle growth The Kāpiti Food Fair 2014 is on the move to a new location to handle g... More...
Plunket supports tobacco plain packaging legislation February 2014New Zealand's largest provider of services to support the well being o... More...
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 Teddy Bears Picnic - a popular outing for the whole family January 2014 More...
 Dont let summer fruit go to waste January 2014Community Fruit Harvesting is asking people in the Wellington region with unwanted plums and other summer fruit in their... More...
ARE YOU THRIVING OR SURVIVING? When someone asks you "How are you?", do you have a standard response,regardless of how you really feel? do you generall... More...
 Dietitians NZ call for mandatory fluoridation of water October 2013In light of the overwhelming support for water fluoridation at the wee... More...
7 Steps to better sleep.... August 2013Given that sleep plays such a huge role in our overallphysical & emotional health, the better quality you get, the... More...
 It is Spring in Kāpiti.... August 1Not sure about the rest of the planet, but it is Spring in Kāpiti.With climate change and seasonal disorder and endless ... More...
Independent Safety Review in to the Glenn Inquiry finds Victims Personal Information Safe July 2013"We have now completed our safety review and are of the view that the ... More...
 When Story Island met Book Island July 2013Professional storyteller Emily Duizend from Story Island will be reading tales for children published by Book Island at ... More...
 The First Day of the School Holidays July 2013It is first day of the winter holidays. It used to be the August school holidays. We'd all be prepared and parents and ... More...
 And soon it will be spring.... More...
Plunket welcomes law change increasing mandatory age limit for child car restraints July 2013Plunket welcomes the passing into law of an increase in the age limit ... More...
 Honey Bee Stamp release July 2013To celebrate the 100th anniversary of the National Beekeepers Association of New Zealand a special set of Honey Bee post... More...
 Plunket: keep kiwi kids safe this winter July 2013Like the rest of the country Kāpiti Coasters are feeling the winter blast and Plunket are reminding families to be alert... More...
 Aging - Growing Older or Growing Old? On May 19th 1963, on a little dairy farm in the middle of County Tyrone Northern Ireland, Mrs Sarah Agnes McNally though... More...
New Zealanders are committed to Saving Lives May 2013New Zealanders have once again dug deep and demonstrated their generosity to the SPCA and their work with less fortunate... More...
 Happy Mother's Day - Kāpiti Mums May 12, 2013 More...
 Speaking out for disability access.... May 2013Below is the recent Speakers Corner address from Erica CooneyI'm here because the Council has not been completely honest... More...
Kāpiti health workers affected by law changes May 2013The New Zealand Nurses Organisation (NZNO) says the changes to employment law announced recently will be bad news for wo... More...
 Love of Sewing a common thread Close to 130 women from Porirua and northern Wellington are celebrating reaching a great age and being silver, but it's ... More...
Shortlisted books announced for 2013 Science Book Prize April 2013The three books shortlisted for the 2013 Royal Society of New Zealand ... More...
 Trains at Twilight By Graeme BrownThe trains at Kāpiti Miniature Railway in Marine Gardens, Raumati Beach, will be running from 5 pm until 9 pm on Saturda... More...
 Eat Locally - Better for you - Better for the environment EAT LOCALLY - better for you - better for the environment;When people ... More...
 Rising rock stars fund raise at Waikanae Easter Market Rioghnach Dempsey and Olivia Whiting, both aged 12, were fundraising t... More...
 Successful Kāpiti Coast Museum Visit April 2013The recent visit to the Kāpiti Coast Museum on the 24th March, by a contingent of Amateur Radio enthusiasts from the Has... More...
 AN `EGGSTRAORDINARY GIFT THIS EASTER March 2013Kiwis keen to give a gift sweeter than chocolate this Easter can purchase an 'eggstraordinary' gift by buying 2 dozen Ch... More...
 Could a Kitchen Health Makeover be your answer for a healthy future March 2013 - By Colette MaatCould a Kitchen Health makeover change the direction of your health an... More...
 Gloves are off for rider safety March 2013Motorcycle riders especially those on motor scooters are ignoring safety warnings and not wearing the minimum of saf... More...
 NEW ZEALAND WOMEN TOO BUSY FOR TIME OUT March 2013An independent survey commissioned by Baileys Original Irish Cream has found that New Zealand women are increasingly fin... More...
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 The El Rancho Summer Carnival January 2013School Holiday Kids Camps Summer CampTheme The El Rancho Summer CarnivalCome one come all to the greatest show on Ea... More...
 Celebrate the 60th jubilee of Queen Elizabeth Park January 2013Celebrate the 60th Jubilee of Queen Elizabeth Park.Join us for a g... More...
Tips to keep children safe this holiday season December 2012We plan our Christmas presents, our food for Christmas Dinner, and our... More...
 Kāpiti introduces Alcohol-free zones December 2012Kāpiti Council has introduced a number of liquor bans around the Kāpiti Coast to "keep our community safe and ensure peo... More...
 Summer dog exercise areas on the Kāpiti Coast March 2013Kāpiti Council has a map on its website which show the officially sanctioned summer dog exercise areas on the Kāpiti Coa... More...
 Kāpiti water restrictions announced December 2012 Ōtaki to Raumati: Stage 1 - Evening Sprinkler Use... More...
 Kāpiti Coast Aquatics December 2012Kāpiti Coast Aquatics. If you're looking for exercise, recreation or swimming lessons, the Kāpiti Coast has a range of p... More...
 SPCA Offers Kiwis a High Welfare Option this Christmas December 2012The SPCA Blue Tick team has been busy this year adding additional spec... More...
 Dont forget your car seat! With the silly season in full swing, Plunket would like to remind families that every time a child travels in a car they... More...
 Entertain the Kids with Free or cheap Events this January December 2012Keeping your kids entertained and occupied during January is easy with... More...
 Talking About Money December 2012Good communication is important in any relationship and one of the most vital subjects to discuss is money.It is sur... More...
 Dont be let down by your car this summer December 2012Everyone wants to enjoy the summer, so the one thing you don't want is a vehicle that breaks down, or worse still, suffe... More...
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Dealing with Lifes Changes November 2012Every so often, we may experience a sudden change in our life, either planned or unplanned.Eva Bennett has just publ... More...
 Paekākāriki-based Strung Out to perform two concerts November 2012Due to popular demand Wellington singing sensations the Doubtful Sound... More...
 Letters home give rare look at Wellington August 2012Letters home by a 22-year-old German settler in 1859 give a rare and exciting look at Wellington of the time.Friedri... More...
 Are You on Track July 2012One of the questions most frequently asked of financial advisers by clients who are mid-way through life, is "Am I on tr... More...
 Garden planning and Crop rotation with Kath Irvine July 2012A session on Garden planning Crop rotation will be presented by Kath I... More...
 Shrink your Dumb Debt July 2012One of the biggest barriers to creating wealth is dumb debt; that is, high interest, short term, avoidable debt.Last... More...
 Antiques Fair a hit in Kāpiti June 2012Hundreds of Kāpiti Coasters turned out over Queens Birthday weekend to visit the Antiques Fair at Memorial Hall in Parap... More...
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Seven Top Tips for Spending Less March 2There are only two ways you can save more: you can increase your income, or cut back on your spending. Here are seven gr... More...
 Money Issues for Blended Families February 29Getting together with a new partner can have its difficulties, especially when there are children from a previous relati... More...
 New chief for Arts and Libraries... 20 FebruaryLeeann Morgan was recently appointed Libraries and Arts Manager for the Kāpiti Coast District Council.Leeann has worked ... More...
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 Book it up for Christmas..... Despite the mountain of technology in ipads, iphones, iwhatevers, there is still a huge demand for the good old (or new)... More...
 Fun summer events for children at Kāpiti Libraries! December 9Kāpiti Coast District Libraries have lots of free activities planned f... More...
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 Suddenly Rich 10 April - By Liz KohDreams sometimes do come true! Occasionally some of us suddenly receive a large sum of money. For the luckiest, it might... More...
Tobacco industry killing spree closer to ending The Cancer Society congratulates the Government on its forward thinkin... More...
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 Coast Yarns - Paekākāriki inspires writer 10 MarchWriter Neil Coleman has had his first book published. COASTAL YARNS is a collection of nine short stories all loosely co... More...
 Local designer in finals 7 MarchLocal Paraparaumu designer, Heather Thorley, has been named as a finalist in a prestigious Australasian based design com... More...
 The Hopes and Dreams of Gazza Snell - a must see movie 7 FebruaryMovies exist primarily to entertain. Some give us insights into oursel... More...
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