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New Kapiti Council Inaugurated November 4, 2019 In a very bi-cultural ceremony at Southwards last week the re-elected mayor K Gurunathan and councillors were officially sworn in along with community board members for Otaki, Waikanae, Paekakariki-Raumati, and Paekakariki. Set against a superb natural bush bachdrop, Kapiti Council chief executive Wayne Maxwell ackn... More... Public Land sale in dispute October 22, 2019 Well known as a guardian of walkways and pathways throughout Kapiti, Chris Glover has also been known to cross the line a time or two with local authorities. Mr Glover's latest (and ongoing) stoush with the Kapiti Council involves a piece of land on Weggery Drive in Waikanae which was gifted to Council by developers... More... Kapiti $250,000 Review signed off October 10, 2019 At today's Kapiti Council meeting the proposal to institute an Independent Organisational Review was passed by 7 votes to 2, with 1 abstention. While there has been general agreement for the need to have a review, there has also been a great deal of controversy about the timing of it. Waikanae Ward Councillor Mic... More... Rail to Otaki a Priority for Mackay October 8, 2019 Kapiti Regional Council candidate Neil Mackay says getting the rail through to Otaki will be a top priority for him. "There is clearly a need for this and I was greatly disappointed, as were the public, at a recent meeting where the current regional councillor waved the surrender flag on this. " Mr Mackay says the... More... Free Waikanae Seminar on Macular Degeneration October 9, 2019 Macular Degeneration (MD) is the leading cause of blindness in NZ with one in 7 people over 50 years of age having some evidence of MD and the incidence increases with age. Many people dismiss the early warning signs of MD, accepting vision loss as a normal part of the ageing process. Macular degeneration (MD) af... More... David Shand says Dental Care missing from Health System October 3, 2019 Kapiti's David Shand says Dental Care is the missing and neglected part of our Health System. Mr Shand, a candidate for the Capital & Coast DHB, says for dental care we are (almost) on our own � apart from CCDHB programs for young people up to the age of 18. "Dentists are not treated as doctors. There is no dire... More... Lifting The Lid On Youth Suicide Charity Lunch September 28, 2019 Helen Turnbull, award winning chef and owner of Kapiti's 50-50 Restaurant has created a special menu for Lifting the Lid on Youth Suicide Charity Lunch on 4 October. Helen says she is honoured to be able to cook for this event and is really looking forward to it. "I have written a menu that will start with canap... More... Kapiti Finance Plan Defended September 28, 2019 Kapiti Councillor Michael Scott, chair of the Operations and Finance Committee, has responded to claims about council finances, particularly in relation to derivatives. "Cr Scott says recently a Mayoral and District Wide candidate was quoted as making several comments regarding Council's finances, more particularly ... More... Kapiti Council gambles and loses $millions September 25, 2019 Kāpiti Coast mayoral candidate Gwynn Compton says that Kāpiti Coast District Council has gambled and lost millions of ratepayers money. "The Council gambled and lost with an $8 million drop in the value of its speculative interest rate swaps as detailed in the 2018/19 Annual Report, taking the net unrealised ... More... Firearms collection event in Kapiti September 25, 2019 Police are encouraging firearm holders to keep an eye on the Police website for new collection events. A new batch of dates will be available shortly, taking collection events up until the end of the amnesty and buy-back on 20 December 2019. There is a collection event in Kapiti this weekend on Saturday 28 Septe... More... Call for surplus Kapiti land to stay Public September 23, 2019 Approximately 550 hectares of land surrounding Paekākāriki township, currently owned by Waka Kotahi New Zealand Transport Agency (NZTA), will be declared surplus after the completion of the Transmission Gully motorway, scheduled to be opened in 2020. A Kāpiti Coast steering group, Wainuiwhenua and loc... More... August 31, 2019 - 4.40pm Emergency services are at the scene of a serious crash on the Mackays to Peka Peka expressway, Otaihanga. Police were called about 1. 52pm. A person involved in a single-vehicle crash is understood to have left the vehicle, and has been hit by another vehicle. Initial reports suggest the woman is in a serious ... More... Mazengarb stream sewerage leak August 21, 2019 The Kapiti Council is advising people to stay out of the Mazengarb stream and Waikanae Estuary and Waikanae River mouth following a wastewater pipe break this afternoon. "The pipe was damaged while contractors were working to construct the Mazengarb Road and Ratanui Road roundabout says Martyn Cole, Water & Wastewat... More... Air Chathams celebrates one year flying Kapiti skies August 20, 2019 Kapiti Coast District Council and Air Chathams have today celebrated a year of flying Kapiti skies. The airline, which undertook its first commercial flight from Kapiti on 20 August 2018, has welcomed over 40,000 passengers on approximately 1472 flights travelling between Auckland and Paraparaumu over the last 12 mo... More... �Living after midnight� report highlights local alcohol policy issues August 20, 2019 LGNZ has welcomed The New Zealand's Initiative's 'Living after midnight' report as an important step to advance the debate around how councils protect their communities, but also allow the night-time economy to thrive. "One of the core challenges for local government in New Zealand is being given responsibility for ... More... Kapiti murder accused in Court August 19, 2019 Update - Homicide Investigation, Kapiti Monday, 19 August 2019 - 10:51am Wellington A 48-year-old man has been charged with murder in relation to the death of a woman on the Kapiti Coast on Saturday 17 August. His case was heard in the Wellington District Court this morning where he was remanded in custody. ... More... One Person dead following incident in Kapiti August 17, 2019 Police have confirmed one person has died following a serious incident at Paraparaumu Beach this evening. Emergency services were notified of a serious assault at an address on Marine Parade around 8pm. On arrival, the body of a woman was located. Police say a man was taken into custody a short time later at R... More... Vessel operators face biosecurity fines August 8, 2019 Biosecurity New Zealand officers will soon be able to fine commercial and recreational vessel operators that don't play by the rules. The new offences will come into force on 2 September, allowing officers to issue infringement notices to operators that don't provide notice of a vessel's arrival in New Zealand. V... More... Paraparaumu Beach Saturday Morning Market on the move August 7, 2019 The Paraparaumu Beach Saturday Morning Market is looking to secure a permanent home in Maclean Street, providing stallholders and patrons with certainty that the popular Kāpiti institution can continue well into the future. Owner/Operators Kevin Jones and Warwick Halcrow have described the market as "a communit... More... Building apprenticeships for two Kāpiti Youth August 6, 2019 Pzazz Building are looking to offer two building apprenticeships to Work Ready Kāpiti programme participants. Nick Fleming, 17yr old Ōtaki College student has recently been offered a fantastic work opportunity following his work experience placement via Work Ready Kāpiti's WEX programme. Nick compl... More... High attendance at Kāpiti Beyond the Page events July 26, 2019 Kāpiti kids experienced literature and story-telling like never before during the school holidays at this year's Beyond the Page festival � NZ's largest literary festival for kids. "Over the last couple of weeks Kāpiti libraries were abuzz with literary workshops, live-performances, creative play and inter... More... Cycle safety comes to Kapiti Coast July 25, 2019 This year 73 schools across the Wellington Region jumped on board with Pedal Ready, providing children with the skills to cycle safely. Greater Wellington Regional Council Pedal Ready Coordinator Tessa Coppard says cycle skills are spreading up to the Kapiti Coast with Pedal Ready having run sessions at Paekakariki... More... High attendance at Kāpiti Beyond the Page events July 25, 2019 Kāpiti kids experienced literature and story-telling like never before during the school holidays at this year's Beyond the Page festival � NZ's largest literary festival for kids. "Over the last couple of weeks Kāpiti libraries were abuzz with literary workshops, live-performances, creative play and inter... More...
Kapiti�s First Treaty of Waitangi Hearing Opinion piece from Kapiti Districtwide Councillor Jackie ElliottOver 100 people attended the final three day evidence session in Kapiti's first Treaty of Waitangi Tribunal hearing at Southwards. By having their claims accepted, iwi will be officially mandated. Those who... More... New location for Waikanae library services to open shortly Improved library and customer services will be available to the Waikanae community from the beginning of July. "From 1 July 9 Mahara Place (formerly the Artel Gallery) will become the new location for Waikanae's library and customer services for the next few years," ... More... Kapiti Town Centres Need Greater Focus The Kapiti Chamber of Commerce says the five town centres which make up the Kāpiti Coast need more support if they're to flourish and grow, with Transmission Gully due to open next year and the Peka Peka to Otaki Expressway in 2021. More than 100 local businesse... More... Coastguard Kapiti celebrates new rescue vessel June 17, 2019 It was a day of celebration for Coastguard Kapiti Coast as their new vessel was officially launched in Paraparaumu at the weekend. Following a powhiri by local iwi and the traditional breaking of a bottle over the bow, invited guests, donors, supporters and people f... More... Electra Trustees - Vote Now June 9, 2019 It is voting time for those standing for Electra Trust and to make it easy you can vote online.To Vote Online refer to your voting paper (which was mailed out to all households) and go to www.electionz.com/electra2019 and follow the link to cast your vote.The Electra Tr... More... Dr Lawrence on Fiji Aid Mission Most people relate a trip to Fiji as a holiday treat but for Raumati Dental Surgeon Gary Lawrence it is more a mission of mercy. Mr Lawrence has completed five trips to Fiji, the latest as team leader for the Rotary Volunteer Dental Aid Project to Tavenui Island. ... More... Flood protection work to go ahead on Waikanae River May 15, 2019 Greater Wellington Regional Council is to extract gravel and realign the Waikanae River channel next to the El Rancho campsite in Waikanae to manage flood risks in the area caused by a build-up of gravel on the riverbed. Surveys have found that, following the 2016 wi... More... UPDATE: Police appeal for sightings of missing man UPDATE: Police report the 89-year-old man reported missing last night had been located. They say he is safe and well. Police are appealing for sightings of William O'Mara, aged 89.Mr O'Mara left home this morning to catch a bus. He is a regular user of public tra... More... Police looking for occupant of kayak located off the Kapiti Coast Police are appealing for information after a green kayak and paddle were located floating in the water near Raumati South, Kapiti Coast. Police were notified of the floating kayak around 1:40pm and enquiries are currently underway to confirm if anyone was in the kaya... More... Kapiti ANZAC Day Services ANZAC Day Services for the Kapiti Coast 2019Dawn Parade at the Paraparaumu Memorial Starting at the hospital gates, Tutanekai Street, Paraparaumu6.20am: Fall in 6.25am: March off 6.30am: Service (at the memorial arch, Tutanekai Street, Paraparaumu)Service Cemet... More... Easter Market draws big crowds Another great turnout marked the 2019 Waikanae Easter Market with hundreds of locals and visitors rocking up on Easter Saturday to enjoy the atmosphere and sample the wares of nearly 100 stalls. There was plenty of music and entertainment to enjoy with musicians spre... More... Watch out Waikanae - The Bags are Back April 17, 2019 The Bags are Back. Following on from the hugely successful fundraiser for Child Cancer at the Waikanae Spring Market, local businesses have got together to produce another run of the popular bags for the Waikanae Easter Market. The reusable jute bags will be on sale... More... Kapiti Pokies Policy draws Fire April 12, 2019 Kapiti Districtwide Cr Jackie Elliott says councillors are given considerable legislative powers to make meaningful social change for our most vulnerable in the community. "So when yet another opportunity is wasted due to a lack of positive leadership it is heartbreakin... More... Name Needed for Detector Pup April 11, 2019 This gorgeous wee lad and soon-to-be detector dog needs a name � so we need your help! "We're looking for a name beginning with 'M', as the puppy is part of the M-litter � the 36th beagle litter we've produced under Biosecurity NZ's detector dog breeding programme,"... More... Man arrested following vehicle robberies in Kapiti-Mana April 2, 2019 Police say a 25-year-old man is in Police custody following the robbery of a number of vehicles north of Wellington this morning, including two from Kapiti. Following the first robbery, which occurred in Champion Street in Porirua at around 7:30am and in which a pers... More... Kapiti Dog Death River Risk February 14, 2019 The Ōtaki River is at extreme levels of more than 50% riverbed cover. Detached mats of dried algae are widespread along the river margins. Mats have also been found in the Waikanae River at Jim Cooke Park.This is the first time guideline levels have been exceeded i... More... Challenges for Kapiti first home buyers February, 2019 First home buyers in Kapiti are unlikely to get much help in the short term from the KiwiBuild programme which promises 100,000 homes over the next 10 years. The Government has announced the scrapping of its interim KiwiBuild targets as Housing Minister Phil Twyford ... More... Kapiti Family Eviction on Hold February 7, 2019 Kāpiti Coast District Mayor K Gurunathan has asked Council staff to do everything in their power to avoid the large family in Paraparaumu from being forced out of their Council-owned home with no-where to go. "This is a very unfortunate situation where the gover... More... Fatal Crash in Otaki February 2, 2019 Police have reported the death of one person after a single-vehicle crash in Otaki.The vehicle collided with a power pole on Waerenga Road about 7:15pm yesterday (Friday 1 February).A rescue helicopter was dispatched but the person died on the way to hospital.The driver... More... Kapiti welcomes Books at the Beach February, 2019 Kapiti community are joining together to have a Fun, Free and Full-on Family day out at Paraparaumu Beach with Books At The Beach, an event showcasing our talented local Kapiti Authors and Story Tellers. Books at the Beach event has been in the planning for the last ... More... Police warn of phone scam January 29, 2019 Police are asking people to be wary of a telephone scam in which the caller claims to work for NZ Police and Spark NZ. Acting Senior Sergeant Beth Purcell, Relieving Prevention South Manager says, "ironically, the caller claims to be targeting internet fraud. "The... More... New Library Opens in Paekakariki January 24, 2019 KAPITI'S latest municipal building will be officially opened by Deputy Mayor Janet Holborow this Saturday (January 26th, 12 noon) after months of delays and budget over-runs. Named after one of Kapiti's civic dignitaries, The Old Whatsisname Memorial Library is a fre... More... Peka Peka Interchange Chopped January 24, 2019 The NZ Transport Agency has announced it will not be proceeding with a full interchange at Peka Peka. The concept of an interchange was being investigated to improve access to and from the Kāpiti Expressway in the section between Peka Peka and Ōtaki. "We... More... Lucky escape for Kapiti teens swept out to sea January, 2018 Three teenagers had a lucky escape on the Kāpiti Coast this afternoon, after being blown out to sea in inflatable boats. The three young people were in separate inflatable boats at Waikanae Beach early this afternoon, when they were blown out to sea. ... More...
High levels of toxic algae found in Waikanae River March 20, 2019 Greater Wellington Regional Council is advising people not to swim or ... More... Kapiti Shows Support for the people of Christchurch March 18, 2019 In response to Friday's tragic events in Christchurch, the Kāpiti... More... Kapiti Council Focus in Key Areas March 17, 2019 Kāpiti Coast District Council's annual plan process for the 2019/20 year is underway with Councillors agreeing prop... More... How to talk to Children about Terrorism March 15, 2019 The events in Christchurch today are traumatic for the people of Christchurch and for the whole country. The impacts of ... More... Body of missing Te Horo man Rahul-Nathu Dahya found March 11, 2019 Police say the body of missing man Rahul-Nathu Dahya has been found. ... More... Lack of Census 2018 data already hurting Kāpiti March 6, 2019 With there still being no clarity on when data from Census 2018 will b... More... Otaki Police Appeal for Sightings of Missing Man March 6, 2019 Otaki Police are appealing to the public to help find Rahul-Nathu Dahy... More... Police release name in Raumati Beach homicide enquiry March 6, 2019 Police can now confirm the name of the woman who died in Raumati Beach... More... Murder charge laid in relation to Raumati Beach death March 5, 2019 A 75-year-old man has been arrested in relation to the death of a woma... More... Distracted Drivers a Concern on Kapiti Roads March 3, 2019 Police are disappointed at the number of drivers taking risks by driving distracted on the road, including many in the K... More... Kapiti Hosts International Women's Day Lunch 2019 February 26, 2019 ‎The Kapiti Coast Chamber of Commerce‎ is hosting a Lunch ... More... Kapiti Keep Watch for Roofing Scammers February 19, 2019 Police are appealling for information on roofing scammers who may be in the area. Detective Senior Sergeant Bridget D... More... Kapiti Woman Missing - Police ask for help February 18, 2019 "UPDATE: Missing woman, Waikanae" A 74-year-old woman reported missing from Waikanae this evening has been found safe... More... Kapiti Car drives for Performing Arts December, 2018 Real generosity toward the future lies in giving all to the present. Graham Priest, of Paraparaumu Rotary, has used h... More... Police report serious crash in Otaki December, 2018 "Serious crash, Otaki" Police have reported one person is critically injured after a car struck a moped on Mill Road,... More... Kapiti Loses Classic Character December, 2018 Kapiti lost one of its classic characters this week with the untimely passing of the Very Irreverent Bos O'Sullivan. ... More... Mahara Gallery Redevelopment on Show December, 2018 The new design for the redevelopment of Mahara Gallery will get its first public airing on Saturday 15 December at an ea... More... SH 1 closed, Pukerua Bay Police have advised State Highway One is closed at Pukerua Bay due to a scrub fire on the hill. Police are assisting ... More... Kapiti Food Fair - set for the big day out December, 2018 Fill your life with good friends, good times & good food at the Kapiti Food Fair, tomorrow (Saturday Dec 1) at Mazengarb... More... Kapiti quake risk buildings identified November 20, 2018 The Kapiti Coast District Council's work to identify potentially earthquake prone buildings in the District is now compl... More... Waikanae Palms birds to be relocated November 20, 2018 As part of the phoenix palm removal happening this week in Mahara Place, Waikanae, the Kapiti Coast District Council is ... More... Kapiti Festival - something for everyone November, 2018 The Annual Kapiti Festival is likely to draw thousands of visitors again this year when the gates open at 9.30am on Satu... More... Street Art in Waikanae October 25, 2018 Business fronts as art could be the new theme in Kapiti, following the recent installation of a landscape scene on the f... More... Kapiti Talk on the Friendly Invasion October 22, 2018 The invasion of Kapiti during the Second World War was, fortunately for the locals, a friendly one. Enduring relationshi... More... SH1 remains closed at Paekakariki October 19, 2018 Police report the closure of State Highway 1 between Paekakariki and Grays Road at Mana remains in place. The NZ Transpo... More... Peter Jackson Award Winner in Kapiti October 16, 2018 One of the big winners at the Electra Business Awards 2018 was local firm Peter Jackson Plumbing, based in Paraparaumu.I... More... Spring Fling in Reikorangi October 8, 2018 Following last year's successful event the Reikorangi Residents Association are again presenting their Spring Fling! Cou... More... Homeless in Kapiti - Public Meeting Called October 7, 2018 A community housing taskforce, established last year released a report showing more people in Kapiti are becoming homele... More... Kapiti Coast commemorates Armistice Day with music and remembrance October 1, 2018 This year Kāpiti remembers its own with an Armistice Day concert ... More... Kapiti Kiwi Taking Off October 2, 2018 KiwiRiders will be installed to its new home on the grass berm at Kāpiti Road and Marine Parade in Paraparaumu Beac... More... Kapiti Kiwi House Lit Up by Local Generosity September 23, 2018 Ngā Manu's Nocturnal House has recently had an upgrade thanks to a generous donation of $1,500 via the Nikau Kā... More... Power Bills creating Energy Poverty Kapiti Heating and ventilation expert Paul Spittal says inefficient heating has a significant impact on the health and w... More... Kapiti Schools in Lock Down over Gun Incident At about 2pm this afternoon a person called Police advising they had seen a male with a sawn off shot gun in Te Kupe Rd,... More... Kapiti Coast real estate stats remain very strong July 24, 2018 Kapiti Coast real estate continues to well outperform both the Welling... More... All Aboard for Kapiti Airport Open Day July 24, 2018 There will be plenty to look at on the Kāpiti Coast Airport Open Day. Over 20 aircraft will be lining up on the tar... More... Crash on State Highway 1 at Raumati South July 9, 2018 Police have issued a notice advising motorists heading north on State Highway 1 out of Wellington that there will delays... More... Critical Injuries in Otaki Crash July 4, 2018 A driver and passengers are in a critical condition following a crash in Otaki late this afternoon.Emergency services we... More... Air Chathams will fly Kapiti to Auckland July 2, 2018 Air Chathams has today announced it will launch a new regional flight service between Kāpiti and Auckland, offering... More... Historic Tram back in Kapiti July 1, 2018 After nearly four and a half years of restoration Tram 17, one of Wellington's original 1904 electric trams and the only... More... Speed Alert for Kapiti Schools July 1, 2018 Wellington Road Policing are reminding drivers to watch their speed around schools. Recently a speed camera van was s... More... Kapiti Councillor Convicted June 19, 2017 Kapiti Coast councillor David Scott has had a conviction entered by a judge at the Wellington District Court this aftern... More... Kapiti drunk drivers in major fail June 10, 2018 Wellington Police are disappointed with the results of an alcohol checkpoint in Paraparaumu on Friday night. A check poi... More... Kapiti Foodbank Appeal stocks shelves June 6, 2018 The recent Kapiti Foodbank appeal was a huge success says organiser Dave Edwards. "The response from the public was e... More... Kapiti Projects get Creative NZ funding Fourteen creative Kapiti groups and individuals will benefit from the first of this year's Creative Communities Scheme f... More... Man's body located in water in Paremata Police have announced a man's body has been recovered from the water near Mana Cruising Club in Paremata this afternoon.... More... Kapiti Civic Awards - time to nominate The 31 May deadline to nominate an outstanding volunteer forth for the Kapiti Coast District's annual Civic Awards and t... More... Waterfall Road Re-opens after Slip Fix The Kapiti Coast District Council will re-open Waterfall Road to traffic and pedestrians this weekend, after six weeks o... More... Concerns for safety of missing Waikanae woman - UPDATE May 2, 2018 10.28pm UPDATE: "Missing Waikanae woman found" The 67-year-old woman re... More... Otaki MP Launches Kapiti Flights Petition March 12, 2018 Otaki MP Nathan Guy launched a petition over the weekend to fight Air New Zealand's decision to withdraw its Kapiti Coas... More... Kapiti boaties given thumbs up March 8, 2018 The 'No Excuses' team was impressed with the high number of Kapiti boaties wearing lifejackets and following the speed r... More... Kapiti Mayor says Airport Open Day 'Brilliant' March 3, 2018 Kapiti Mayor K.Gurunathan says today's Kapiti Airport open day drew a ... More... Council says Kapiti water safe to drink March 1, 2018 The Kapiti Council has clarified that recent reports of cloudy tap water in the Paraparaumu and Raumati areas are not re... More... Kapiti Rubbish Bags Trashed March 2, 2018 Kapiti's representative on the Regional Waste Forum, Cr Jackie Elliott, says she is deeply disappointed by this week's d... More... Illness outbreak closes Kapiti Splashpad February 16, 2018 Regional Public Health and Kapiti Coast District Council are reminding people that following an illness with diarrhoea a... More... ICPA find fatal shooting lawful February 15, 2018 Christopher Brown assaulted his ex-partner and damaged her house in Waikanae, before leaving the address in his vehicle,... More... Waikanae Plan recipe for bike disaster February 9, 2018 Local advocacy groups are calling on Kapiti Council to support introduction of safe cycle lanes on the former SH1 at Wai... More... Kapiti Faces $240million Stormwater Bill February 9, 2018 Mayor K Gurunathan says it's sobering to think that more than a quarter of Kapiti properties are a risk of being flooded... More... Power lines down near Te Horo on SH1 February 7, 2018 - 2pm Police have advised that a wide load vehicle has caught some over head wires near Te Horo and they have come down across... More... Rescue Helicopter winches man from Paekakariki Track February 7, 2018 The Westpac Rescue helicopter again showed its huge value to the commu... More... Clueless Kapiti Car Thieves February 2, 2018 Car thieves caused serious damage to two cars in Waikanae in the early hours of Tuesday morning but were unsuccessful in... More... Some Kapiti waterways still pose Hazard Warning January 21, 2018 - 12.30pm The Kapiti Coast District Council is advising people to remain vigilan... More... Serious crash near Manakau, Horowhenua District January 18, 2018 - 6.20pm Police have advised that emergency services are attending a collision ... More... Kapiti Crooner and Radio Personality Passes January 16, 2018 Beach FM notes the passing of Dan Teka, popular broadcaster, crooner, and latterly Resident & Staff Support Officer at M... More... Two Car Crash on Kapiti Rd January 9, 2018 Police attended a two car crash just past the Expressway intersection on Kapiti Rd at lunchtime today.One car was extens... More... Kapiti woman five times the legal limit January 3, 2018 A Kapiti woman had an unwelcome to the new year when stopped and breath tested at Raumati Beach.Police posted the readin... More... Man's body pulled from River December 27, 2017 A statement issued by Police has confirmed the body of a 24-year-old man was pulled from a river late this afternoon... More... Drone crash lands in Waikanae December 27, 2017 Maybe it was one of Santa's drones or maybe it was one of the many delivered by Santa for Christmas in Kapiti this year.... More... Car hits Paraparaumu Four Square December 21, 2017 The Four Square at Kena Kena got an unexpected visitor this afternoon when a car crashed into the wall at the side of th... More... Release for Paekakariki Body-on-the-hill murder accessory December 2017 Kelly Crook, sentenced for her role in what was known as the Paekakari... More... Paekakariki Hill Crash - three injured December 12, 2017 A two-car crash on the southern side of the Paekakariki Hill Road at 6pm tonight has left three people injured - one ser... More... Kapiti Foodbank collection �best in years' December 11, 2017 The Christmas spirit arrived early this year for Foodbank, with the Combined Lions of Kapiti and Otaki collection being ... More... Car crashes into Paraparaumu House December 10, 2017 At approximately 11:30pm on Saturday 9th December Kapiti Police attended a vehicle crash on the corner on Ruapehu Street... More... Kapiti Council says no water restrictions here December 7, 2017 While the rest of New Zealand imposes water restrictions or prepares t... More... Coastlands to Civic Precinct Connection December 6, 2017 The Kapiti Council says it will be making it safer and easier to move between Coastlands and Iver Trask Place early next... More... Judge rules on Death of Raumati Beach Pedestrian December 6, 2017 Peter John Porch appeared for sentencing in the Porirua District Court... More... Critical Crash On Paekakariki Hill December 3, 2017 A person has received critical injuries and a helicopter is responding after a crash on Paekakariki Hill Rd in Pauatahan... More... Kapiti Food Fair Hits the Spot December 3, 2017 Over 15,000 visitors turned out for yesterday's Kapiti Food Fair for what is now the largest event on the Coast and furt... More... Friday Rail Strike Cancelled - Breaking News December 1, 2017 It will be business as usual on Friday for commuters from Kapiti and the rest of the region with planned strike action b... More... Rail Strike Friday November 29, 2017 Kapiti rail commuters are being advised to make other travel arrangements on Friday 1 December due to a strike by member... More... Funding Secured for Waterfall Rd Slip November 26, 2017 Funding has finally been secured from the New Zealand Transport Agency to remove material from the Waterfall Road slip s... More... Synthetic Drugs Arrest in Levin November 14, 2017 Levin Police have today arrested a man in relation to supplying synthetic drugs. During a search of the man's Manakau... More... Kapiti Markets under Threat November 12, 2017 Stallholders at local markets say it is likely many will be driven away by exorbitant council charges stemming from cent... More... Kapiti Farewells Dave Chapman November 12, 2017 Kapiti farewelled one of its genuine characters on Friday, with the funeral service of Dave Chapman which packed out the... More... Court appearances in relation to incident in Kapiti November 9, 2017 Two men have appeared in court today in relation to a violent incident... More... Youthquest Kapiti in Liquidation November 7, 2017 Youthquest Kapiti has closed its doors after announcing voluntary liquidation this week. John Granville, Chair of You... More... UPDATE 6pm Serious Crash in Otaki - Saturday October 14, 2017 "UPDATE 6pm- Serious crash at Otaki"Diversions in place for the serious crash at Otaki this afternoon have been extended... More... Serious crash in Peka Peka November 3, 2017 Reports are coming in of a serious car crash in Peka Peka where is appears a speeding car has rolled and caught fire. Wi... More... Te Horo CRASH UPDATE 11.15pm November 3, 2017 "SH1 blocked following serious crash in Te Horo" Police and emergency services are currently in attendance at a singl... More... Lost then Found in Kapiti November 1, 2017 Police have found a missing Wellington man in on the Kapiti CoastThe man who was reported missing since last Thursday in... More... Chase through Kapiti could have seen innocent deaths October 24, 2017 A police chase of a stolen car that ended with a crash on Saturday nig... More... Council to Remove Collapsed Bridge Debris October 23, 2017 Kapiti Coast Council has announced work will begin this week in Reikorangi to remove the Ngatiawa Bridge debris which ha... More... Kapiti House Values Increase Average of 37 Percent October 21, 2017 The average house value in the Kapiti district is now $541,500, an inc... More... Police chase through Kapiti ends with tyres spiked in Levin October 21, 2017 A Dukes of Hazard style police chase from Wainuiomata, through Parapar... More... More Success for Kapiti Brewers October 18, 2017 Kapiti's three craft beer brewing companies achieved great success at the Brewers Guild of New Zealand Awards held in Ch... More... UPDATE 6pm Serious Crash in Otaki - Saturday October 14, 2017 "UPDATE - Serious crash at Otaki"Diversions in place for the serious crash at Otaki this afternoon have been extended.Tr... More... Historic Bridge Collapses in Reikorangi October 12, 2017 The Kapiti Coast District Council said the Ngatiawa Bridge across the Ngatiawa River in Reikorangi may have collapsed as... More... UPDATE: Missing Kapiti Man Found October 7, 2017 UPDATE: Missing Kapiti Man Found....... UPDATE: 10.30PM Saturday 7 October "Missing Kapiti man found" The 51-y... More... Burglaries on rise in Paraparaumu October 6, 2017 Police are urging Paraparaumu residents to be vigilant following a recent escalation in the number of burglaries. Por... More... Coastlands gets Max October 6, 2017 Coastlands has announced Max Fashions will be opening in March 2018, with refurbishment of the site beginning in Februar... More... UPDATE: Missing Kapiti Man Found....... October 6, 2017 UPDATE: 10.30PM Saturday 7 October"Missing Kapiti man found " The 51-year-old Kapiti man reported missing on Friday h... More... Paekakariki Death leads to Manslaughter Charge October 6, 2017 On Sunday, March 19, during a beautiful morning in Paekakariki, Caroli... More... Kapiti Chief Executive in Sudden Resignation October 1, 2017 Kapiti Coast District Council Mayor K Gurunathan says Chief Executive Pat Dougherty's announcement of his resignation ha... More... Crash in Te Horo, one seriously injured September 13, 2017 At about 8pm this evening Police and emergency services were called to Te Horo, north of Kapiti, to a crash involving on... More... There is no housing crisis, just a housing boom says Otaki MP September 12, 2017 Labour candidate Rob McCann says he was shocked and disappointed when ... More... Daylight Savings - Spring ahead September 23, 2017 New Zealand daylight saving begins today Sunday, 24 September 2017, when clocks go forward an hour at 2.00 am to become ... More... Hey Kapiti - Emerging New Zealand Leader Scholarships available October 6, 2017 Harkness Fellowship � Do you know an Emerging New Zealand leader. ... More... Kapiti Baker gets cooking for Onesie Day September 7, 2017 'Just your ordinary mum', Susan Kaye, will be wearing her onesie to work on Friday 8 September. Onesie Day is making ... More... Kapiti LED way on lighting September 3, 2017 The future looks bright for Kapiti as the district prepares to switch to the more energy-efficient street lighting. A... More... Mobility Scooter death in Otaki August 23, 2017 Police are investigating a fatal crash involving a car and a mobility scooter in Otaki yesterday. Emergency services ... More... Securely Finalist in 2017 Security Industry Annual Awards August 17, 2017 Securely's commitment to outstanding customer service has seen one its... More... Pizza, Pals and Politics in Kapiti August 17, 2017 Kapiti Youth Support, in conjunction with Youth Quest and the Kapiti Coast Youth Council, are hosting an informal aftern... More... Customer Choice Awards Smash Previous Record August 15, 2017 Entries in the Customer Choice category of the 2017 Electra Kapiti Horowhenua Business Awards have now closed and organi... More... Drug Bust helps stem flow of Meth in Kapiti August 11, 2017 The National Organised Crime Group, using Operation Flag, have disrupted yet another methamphetamine supply chain this w... More... Kapiti Trams are Back in Business August 10, 2017 Following a shut down in early June, the Wellington Tramway Museum, operators of the popular Kapiti Coast Electric Tramw... More... Judge Rules in Favour of Kapiti Councillor - UPDATE August 8, 2017 Kapiti Councillor David Scott resumes his role at the Council table th... More... Kapiti Mayor says message on Health is Clear August 6, 2017 People are sending a clear message on health services needed in Kapiti says Mayor K Gurunathan. "The Kapiti Health Co... More... Australian High Commissioner visits Kapiti Rotary August 7, 2017 Australian High Commissioner to New Zealand His Excellency Peter Woolc... More... Two young men in Serious Crash in Paraparaumu - UPDATE 12.42 August 1, 2017 UPDATE 12.45pm Update on crash Realm Drive, Kapiti. Police are... More... Otaki candidate endorses Labour leadership August 1, 2017 Otaki Labour candidate Rob McCann has endorsed the new party leadership of Jacinda Ardern and Kelvin Davis. "Andrew L... More... Two young men in Serious Crash in Paraparaumu - UPDATE 12.42 August 1, 2017 UPDATE 12.45pmUpdate on crash Realm Drive, Kapiti.Police are still at ... More... Kapiti has say on Easter Trading 29 July, 2017 Kapiti Council is asking the community to express their views on an Easter Sunday Trading policy for Kapiti.Earlier this... More... Missing Kapiti Woman Found 27 July. 201, The 41-year-old woman who was reported missing from Waikanae, Wellingon has been located. Police had concerns for th... More... UPDATE: Kapiti Police looking for missing woman 26 July, 2017 4pm Police are continuing to appeal for sightings of 41-year-old Tamzyn Wh... More... Kapiti's Mike Olsen awarded Life Member of Club Vista 24 July, 2017 At the recent AGM of Club Vista at Paraparaumu Beach Mike Olsen was aw... More... Deceased man named after fatal crash in Waikanae 21 July. 2017 Police are now in a position to name the man who died following a fata... More... Chief Change at Kapiti Rotary 18 July, 2017 Eddie Winkel passed over the chains of office to incoming President Vince Indo at the recent Changeover evening of the K... More... Kapiti Flood Risks Mapped by GWRC 17 July, 2017 With all of the recent rain, and the prospect of plenty more to fall, residents of Kapiti and the rest of the region's p... More... Kapiti Regional Rate Rise � It could have been worse 16 July, 2017 Kapiti ratepayers will face a less than expected bill after the averag... More... Kapiti Award winners announced 14 July, 2017 Congratulations to the Wellington Airport Regional Community Award Winners for Kapiti that were announced this week. ... More... Kapiti sales earns Rookie of the year Title 13 July, 2017 Tim Kunz was announced Rookie of the Year for highest sales for a new-starter in 2016 at Jennian Homes' annual awards ev... More... Councillor chooses 'Kapiti Coast Highway' 8 July, 2017 After reading all 700plus renaming SH1 submissions, there is one standout name I will support - Kapiti Coast Highway -, ... More... Kris Faafoi to host public meeting on Expressway noise 5 July, 2017 The disruption to the lives of Raumati residents caused by noise from ... More... More health services for Kapiti residents 3 July, 2017 Otaki MP Nathan Guy says he has learned more about healthcare services now being provided by local health organisations ... More... Mike King speaking at Kapiti College 1 July, 2017 Mike King, comedian and mental health educator, is coming to Kapiti College to do a Community Korero. Don't miss an oppo... More... The art of the deal � Reikorangi style 21 June, 2017 They are not hillbillies, nor are they diamond encrusted, landed gentry types commonly portrayed� they are the folks who... More... Kapiti has �rock star� supermarket checker June, 2017 Last night, Kapiti's Vanessa Cone headed more than 100 checkout operators from New World and PAK'nSAVE stores across the... More... Former Kapiti Chamber Chair Slams new Economic Development Leadership June, 2017 Former Chair of the Kapiti Coast Chamber, Liz Koh, has resigned from t... More... Paekakariki Connection Track Made Safer June, 2017 Work will begin next week on the first stage of the Paekakariki Connection Track, a gravel walkway that aims to provide ... More... Waikanae's Liz Thevenard receives EONZ Award June, 2017 Liz Thevenard was awarded the Education Outdoors New Zealand Life Membership for services to education outdoors.This awa... More... Housing Crisis Happening right here in Kapiti 12 June, 2017 New Zealand is locked into a housing crisis and the current government has no plan to end it, says the Labour Candidate ... More... Raumati Nurse says Shingles Vaccine deemed too expensive June, 2017 A registered nurse says that people at risk of shingles are not gettin... More... Otaki sees red over Health May 2017 Otaki was seeing red on the weekend with dozens of Labour supporters delivering flyers for an Otaki health services meet... More... Kapiti US Marines Trust set for Memorial Day May 2017 Monday 29th May is (American) Memorial Day and Kapiti US Marines Trust will be commemorating the 75th Anniversary of US ... More... Kapiti Councillor arrested on Indecent Assault charge May 18, 2017 Kapiti Councillor David Scott has been arrested for indecent assault o... More... Kapiti Cabbages and Kings May 2017 The following is an Opinion piece from Martin Warriner How very worthy of Mayor Gurunathan to "think it's a good oppo... More... Kapiti Residents Angry over Road Noise May 2017 At a meeting last night hosted by the Expressway Alliance, over 50 angry and tired residents expressed their dissatisfac... More... Waikanae Soldier Represented New Zealand on Western Front May 2017 It was a logical decision for Corporal Amanda Mihaere to represent the... More... Kapiti Run for Youth raises $12,257.50 for youth of Kapiti May 2017 The Web Genius Kapiti Run for Youth (KR4Y) is delighted to announce to... More... Iride McCloy standing for Electra Trust May 2017 Former Kapiti Mayor Iride McCloy has announced she will be standing for a position on the Electra Trust in the upcoming ... More... Petition to Save Iconic Waikanae Hedge May 2017 There is a petition gaining momentum called SAVE THE HEDGE: Stop KCDC from killing Waikanae's iconic hedge.Waikanae Beac... More... Kapiti Annual Plan draws 131 Submissions at close May 2017 The submission period for the Kapiti Coast District Council 2017/18 an... More... Kapiti focus for Road Safety Week May 2017 Get the child restraints in your car checked out next Thursday (11 May).The Kapiti Council, with The Warehouse and Kapit... More... New look for Kapiti Lights coming soon May 2017 Kapiti Lights is about to get a makeover with work to upgrade the area commencing next week. The Kapiti Lights upgrad... More... Kapiti Food Fair Celebrity Chef Announced May 2017 The Kapiti Food Fair opened for vendor registration earlier in April and already 50 sites have been booked. Vendors who... More... Kapiti Island Helicopter Mystery Solved April 2017 For those who have been wondering about the large number of helicopter trips to and from Kapiti Island in the last few d... More... Kapiti Finances on Show April 2017 Its that time of the year when our Council is preparing yet another Annual Plan which outlines the activities and budget... More... Otaki ideal as bilingual town April 2017 The Maori Party is backing a move to declare Otaki a bilingual town.Co-leader Marama Fox says it's taking a pointer from... More... New Finance Minister to meet Kapiti businesses April 2017 Hon Steven Joyce will make his first visit to Kapiti as Finance Minist... More... Kapiti Free Ambulance Service gets new Chief April 2017 Wellington Free Ambulance service which covers the Kapiti Coast has appointed a new Chief Executive.Free Ambulance Board... More... Kapiti Expressway Noise - Residents want a fair go April 2017 A new community group in Kapiti was formed at the weekend by residents... More... Kapiti should honour Rev John Murray At a recent KCDC meeting, local resident Ida Van der Velde spoke with strong conviction to convince council that the Rev... More... Paraparaumu Bankers muck in for Shed Project April 2017 Staff from ANZ Paraparaumu spent their afternoon helping local community organisation The Shed Project spruce up the ent... More... Kapiti Council Plan gets a Refresh April 2017 Over the last couple of weekends dozens of Kapiti folk have taken part in community workshops to share insights, issues ... More... Poplar Ave Path work to start April 2017 Work will commence next week to upgrade the footpath on the north side of Poplar Avenue between Matai Road and Glen Road... More... Kapiti to have continued health care access March 2017 People in Kapiti will continue to have access to quality after-hours healthcare close to home following an announcement ... More... Kapiti Council subsidy for menacing dogs March 2017 Subsidised desexing and microchipping of dogs with a menacing classification is being offered by the Kapiti Coast Distri... More... Takiri House at Coastlands signs Spark as first Tenant March 2017 Coastlands Shoppingtown's new development, Takiri House has signed its... More... Kapiti gets soaked March 2017 The weather bomb that hit New Zealand on the weekend left Kapiti residents and council with plenty of clean up work to ... More... Calls to extend shared path from Peka Peka to Otaki March 2017 The 18 kilometre shared pathway beside the new Mackays to Peka Peka Ex... More... Kapiti Chamber Inspires Bold Change March 2017 Inspirational speakers encouraged bold change in Kapiti, as part of the Be Bold For Change Campaign for International Wo... More... The story behind Otaki�s �hidden gem� March 2017 See how a major flood protection project has resulted in stunning environmental enhancement by joining the Explore Chrys... More... Kapiti impacted by rural health crisis March 2017 With Kapiti on the edge of health services, many have significant distances to travel and are feeling the impact of a sy... More... Kapiti Celebrates International Women's Day March 2017 Kapiti Chamber of Commerce and Kapiti Rotary is hosting the #BeBoldForChange Luncheon to celebrate International Women's... More... Kapiti Council urged to reconsider bylaw March 2017 Guy Burns, Deputy Chair Raumati Paraparaumu Community Board is disturbed that Kapiti Coast District Council is threateni... More... Get Kapiti Kids Movin in March March 2017 Students from Kapiti schools still have time to sign up for Movin'March, a celebration to encourage students and parents... More... McCann calls Public Meetings on Education February 2017 Otaki Labour candidate Rob McCann says the ballooning cost of education needs urgent attention and he has organised a pu... More... Age Care Major Concern March 2017 All Trixie Cottingham (aged 96) wants to do is to be able to live in her home with the dignity that should be available ... More... Man stabbed at Raumati party March 2017 A 24 year old Kapiti man has been hospitalised with serious stab wounds after a brawl at a Rosetta Road party on the wee... More... Raumati Road improvements continue February 2017 Improvements to Raumati Road at the Hillcrest Road/Goldsborough Avenue intersection are in full swing.Starting last mont... More... Temporary block wall fails on Kapiti beach February 2017 Kapiti Coast District Council will be monitoring a temporary block wall at the south end of Paraparaumu Beach over the w... More... Paekakariki Seawall takes hammering February 2017 With the recent heavy storm damage to the Paekakariki Seawall many locals will be welcomimg the planned construction of ... More... Otaki Memorial Hall on Shaky Ground February 2017 A detailed assessment of Otaki Memorial Hall has confirmed it is earthquake prone.This evaluation followed an initial se... More... Public views sought on Maclean Park refresh February 2017 The first stage of community input on refreshing Maclean Park is needed by Monday with KCDC encouraging people who have ... More... Construction started at Jim Cooke Park February 2017 Goodmans Ltd, a local Waikanae company, is making good progress on preparing the ground for the new Jim Cooke Park Stopb... More... Science storytelling visits Kapiti December 2016 David Klein is a science storyteller and this summer he's cycling the country with his award-winning one-man show about ... More... Otaihanga shared path improvements get the thumbs up December 2016 Cycleway, walkway and bridleway enthusiasts gave the Kapiti Coast Dist... More... Kapiti Expressway set to open mid 2017 December 2016 The first of the Northern Corridor projects to get underway, the southern section of the 33-kilometre Kapiti Expressway ... More... Kapiti Community Centre also serves as Emergency Hub December 2016 Many people in Kapiti may not be aware that the Kapiti Community Centr... More... Recycling Rubbish Piling Up In Kapiti December2016 Guy Burns, Raumati/Paraparaumu Community Board member is annoyed and disappointed at how the Kapiti recycling waste prov... More... Kapiti Coast District poised for growth December 2016 The Kapiti Coast District economy continues to experience healthy economic growth with a reported 3.1 percent increase o... More... Taking 17 year olds out of the adult justice system long overdue December 2016 JustSpeak welcomes the news that most 17 year olds will be taken out o... More... Kapiti in part of Paua sting December 2016 Three groups of recreational divers face prosecution after being nabbed with a total of almost 400 illegally caught paua... More... Trump invited to Kapiti talk on Abrupt Climate Change December 2016 Newly elected US President Donald Trump has been invited to attend a t... More... Kapiti Food Fair Exceeds Expectations December 2016 The owners of the Kapiti Food Fair, Helene Judge and Jeanine van Kradenburg are super happy with the number of visitors ... More... Free workshop to understand new Food Safety Law November 2016 A free workshop is being held to help businesses understand the new Fo... More... Peka Peka Interchange works October 2016 New works beginning this week will see some rerouting of traffic near Peka Peka.At the northern end of the new Expresswa... More... Juli Hunter Opens New Store in Waikanae October 2016 Local clothing designer Juli Hunter and her team are celebrating the opening of her new retail shop in Mahara Place, Wai... More... Kapiti Residents may feel impact of Junior Doctors' Strike October 2016 Junior doctors who are members of the New Zealand Resident Doctors' As... More... Kapiti Passport to Employment Launched October 2016 A New Zealand first project of getting young people into work just took a big leap forward with the launch of the Kapiti... More... Kapiti Performing Arts Centre gets new Title October 2016 The newly anticipated Kapiti Performing Arts Centre Principal Theatre has been named Coastlands Theatre in an official c... More... Big Wet Sinks Otaki Race Day October 2016 The Otaki Maori Racing Club meeting scheduled for Saturday (15 October) was abandoned due to heavy rains and ongoing poo... More... Brilliant Comedian headlines Kapiti December Breakfast Meeting October 2016 HEADS UP: Speaker Wed 7 Dec 2016Come along and hear from Cohen Hollowa... More... Child Poverty a National Issue October 2016 Kapiti is as affected by child poverty as the rest of New Zealand. Local politicians have recently been debating social ... More... Cross Town Derby for Angelo Robinson Cup goes to Kapiti College September 2016 The annual Angelo Robinson Basketball Cup (known as the LO ROB Cup) wa... More... Checking smoke alarms this daylight savings? Make sure you can hear them as well September 2016 Smoke alarms are essential for home safety but, for the one in six New... More... Mayoral Debate on the Paekakariki Airwaves September 2016 Kapiti community radio station Paekakariki 88.2FM are hosting a mayoral debate this Sunday 25 September streaming live f... More... TE KOWHAI AND GARY ROAD CONNECTION TO SH1 RE-ROUTEBy now you'll probably be aware that part of the Expressway completion... More... Working on their Night Moves in Peka Peka September 2016 Starting this Sunday night (18 Sept), and for the next three weeks, The M2PP team will be carrying out night works aroun... More... Rain, rain, and more rain for Kapiti Coast September 2016 Kapiti Coast District Council is urging motorists to take care on Kapiti's rain-drenched roads as darkness falls on Satu... More... Stride 'n' Ride delivers to Otaihanga Road shared path upgrade September 2016 Otaihanga Road, Kapiti's busiest rural road, is set to benefit from an... More... Which Kapiti town is the most beautiful in New Zealand August 2016 Kapiti get ready to answer the challenge - Is your town, city or subur... More... Kapiti election fever sees candidates in the hot seat August 2016 Meet the Candidates: Kapiti Coast Local Body Elections 2016 - Who will... More... Waikanae will get 240 new parks for Christmas August 2016 Weather permitting, Waikanae train commuters will be getting 240 new parks for Christmas with the construction of the ne... More... Night Road Closures ahead for Kapiti Rd August 2016 Starting on Sunday 21 August, we'll be carrying out three weeks of night works in this area to lay the new road surface ... More... Kapiti ashes bylaw cops some heat August 2016 Kapiti Council Candidate Guy Burns is appalled Kapiti Coast District Council is considering a draft bylaw to ban people ... More... Kapiti would be impacted by Kenepuru cuts August 2016 District Health Board member Sue Kedgley says she is totally opposed to any closure of the after-hours service at Kenepu... More... Kapiti Airport better bet than extension August 2016 Major flaws have been found in Wellington's runway extension numbers.The case for spending $300 million to extend Wellin... More... Guy Burns demands answers from Kapiti Council August 2016 Paekakariki-Raumati Ward candidate Guy Burns is disappointed that the Kapiti Coast District Council has not signed up to... More... Can't beat Kapiti on a good day either August 2016 More... Otaki Gorge re-opens July 2016 Otaki Gorge road is open again and it was a busy road on Saturday as sightseers made their way into the Gorge for the fi... More... No.8 Wire Week for Kapiti July 2016 Kapiti residents of all ages can learn practical skills, get out and enjoy our environment, and have fun together during... More... Kapiti i-SITE gets Mediterranean flavour July 2016 Kapiti Council has announced that the Mediterranean Food Warehouse will be the new home for the Kāpiti i-SITE and v... More... Paraparaumu wins Neighbours award July 2016 Paraparaumu has topped more than 100 towns from throughout the country to win the inaugural Neighbours' Day Aotearoa Tow... More... Otaki Museum assessed as an earthquake-prone building July 2016 Kapiti Council completed an assessment of seven council-owned building... More... Mahara Gallery Upgrade committment given July 2016 Plans to build a new purpose-built integrated Public Gallery and Library in Waikanae are still firmly in the Council's s... More... Public Meeting �Privatisation of Social Services� 4 July 2016 Are you worried about social services being privatised? Are you conce... More... Businesses to spark political change in Kapiti July 2016 The Kapiti Coast Chamber of Commerce is seeking increased business rep... More... Dramatic horse rescue in rising Otaki flood water June 2016 Today (June 10)saw the dramatic rescue of Poppy, a two year old horse ... More... Next stage of Raumati Straights kicks off next week June 2016 The next stage of the Raumati Straights Upgrade is due to begin this S... More... Food for thought and feed the mind in Kapiti June 2016 New Zealand's largest and tastiest culinary festival will once again be at your service over 17 days from 12-28 August 2... More... Kapiti's Tramway Museum wins restoration award June 2016 At the Annual Conference of the Federation of Railway Organisations of... More... Kapiti performing arts centre gets award winner's support June 2016 An award winning producer and Kapiti resident is supporting the propos... More... Kapiti Commemorates Memorial Day June 2016 American servicemen based in Kapiti were remembered this week during a Service of Commemoration. The event was held ... More... Kapiti i-SITE brought in-house June 2016 KCDC has approved bringing the Kapiti i-SITE service in-house, making it now a Council-managed service. Council's Gro... More... Jim Bolger makes Kapiti ANZAC Address April 2016 Former Prime Minister Jim Bolger gave an exceptional ANZAC Day speech in front of a packed Waikanae Memorial Hall. With ... More... Kapiti Mayoral Candidate urges views on Water Meter Debt April 2016 Mayoral Candidate, Cr Jackie Elliott, who took part in every Annual Pl... More... Kapiti Responds to Traffic Meeting April 2016 The Kapiti Community responded well to a meeting called at short notice to discuss the huge traffic delays faced by comm... More... Kapiti Playgrounds to get Upgrades April 2016 Kapiti Coast District Council undertakes a regular renewal programme for playgrounds. The link below gives you some info... More... BREAKING NEWS: 21-year-old dead after being hit by a car on Kapiti Coast March 2016 A 21-year-old man has died after a car struck him on the Kapiti Coast.... More... Beam placement kicks off after Easter March 2016 The first beams are being lifted and placed on the Waikanae River Bridge after Easter as part of the Mackays to Peka Pek... More... Kapiti boy's life in Minister's hands March 2016 An outcome is still awaited after Melanoma sufferers presented the Health Minister and Andrew Little with two petitions ... More... New design for �Welcome to Waikanae� state highway signs March 2016 The winning design for new 'Welcome to Waikanae' signs, to be placed o... More... Kapiti kids likely to feature in 2016 Youth Awards March 2016 Kapiti youth achievement has been significant again in the last year a... More... Work starts on shared cycleway/walkway on Mazengarb Road March 2016 Work has begun on the first stage of a new shared path on Mazengarb R... More... Music in Kapiti- Southern Hemisphere Premieres March 2016 Two very special concerts are occurring in April and May here on the K... More... Two Kapiti council-owned buildings identified as potentially earthquake-prone March 2016 An assessment of seven council-owned buildings in Kapiti has identifie... More... Kapiti Council monitoring toxic algae in Awatea Lagoons March 2016 Kapiti Council is advising people to keep clear of a Paraparaumu lagoo... More... Kapiti Food Fair Feeds Donation to Kapiti Rotary March 2016 The owners of the Kapiti Food Fair are super excited to have made a do... More... Te Araroa -Paekakariki Escarpment Track to Open March 2016 Te Araroa - New Zealand's Trail will open the spectacular Paekakariki ... More... Kapiti Publisher Book Island on the World Stage March 2016 It has been announced that local Kapiti publishing house Book Island h... More... Geshe Jampa Tharchin is coming to Kapiti to give teachings. March 2016 Visiting Tibetan Buddhist monk Geshe Jampa Tharchin is coming to Kapit... More... Graffiti Free Week Starts Today March 2016 Graffiti Free Week (Starting March 14) is a nation-wide behavioural change campaign, which was developed in 2013 to help... More... Otaki Kite Festival draws big crowds March 2016 It is often the case that events get hyped up and then fail to deliver but not this was not one of them. I can see the O... More... Nikki Carroll joins Coast Access Radio team March 2016 Coast Access Radio says it is delighted to have Nikki Carroll join them as the person responsible for Funding and Sales.... More... Te Ara o Whareroa trail officially opens on 23 January January 2016 Queen Elizabeth Park's Te Ara o Whareroa trail will be officially open... More... Teddy Bears Picnic Time January 2016 More... Happy New Year Kapiti January 2016 More... Queen Elizabeth Park Cycle Trail to Open December 2015 On Saturday, January 23, 2016at 10 AM - 2 PM the new Queen Elizabeth Park Cycle and Walking Trail (Te Ara o Whareroa) be... More... Event Manager Optimistic for Kapiti SHAG Show December 2015 Local Event Manager Louise Dench says it is a shame to hear Kapiti Coast District Council have decided to no longer run ... More... Volunteer for IHC December 2015 IHC is looking for volunteers to join their One-to-One Friendship and Skills-based volunteering programmes. By taking a ... More... Kapiti Food Truck rolls into Paraparaumu December 2015 Paraparaumu it's finally happening! The food trucks are BACK! We want to make this a regular thing at the beach so come ... More... Kapiti teens win New Zealand Film Festival Awards December 2015 Another big congratulations to Kapiti film students CJ Puna and Mason ... More... SHAG Show faces Council axe December 2015 Kapiti Districtwide Councillor Jackie Elliott says she is very disappointed that the Sustainable Home and Garden Show he... More... RIP Beau - Vigil to be held December 2015 A silent vigil for little Beau will be held on 16 December, the anniversary of his killing by council. Cr. David Sco... More... Summer Check for safety in the water during summer December 2015 With summer just around the corner, it's important to be prepared befo... More... Kapiti Food Fair Ready to Roll with Flavour, Fun & Flare December 2015 The Kapiti Food Fair has released the site map to all vendors. "It's ... More... Broadband build progressing well in Kapiti November 2015 More homes, schools and businesses in Kapiti now have access to world-leading fibre-to-the-premises under the Government... More... Kapiti Council told they are not a White Ribbon Council November 2015 A letter has been sent to Kapiti Coast Mayor and Councillors from the ... More... Public meeting on weed spraying in Queen Elizabeth Park November 2015 Members of the Kapiti community are invited to a public meeting about ... More... Raumati Artist shows golden touch to win Mahara Arts Review People�s Choice Award November 2015 Raumati artist Tracey-Lea Morgan has struck gold in the "People's Choi... More... Rod Oram firing up the energy revolution October 2015 Rod Oram, top business journalist and advocate for a grass-roots "energy revolution" in New Zealand will address two loc... More... Mitre10 Mega Charity House to be Auctioned October 2015 The Mitre10 MEGA Kapiti Charity House is fast approaching its' "closed in" status. Recent superb efforts from our cre... More... HLC named Business of the Year A well-known and highly regarded private training establishment from Kapiti with offices in Levin and Hutt City has been... More... Unique e-book Showcases Outstanding Local Businesses October 2015 Business Kapiti Horowhenua, who organise and run the hugely successful... More... Kapiti Food Fair on track to be bigger than last year October 2015 "Vendor sites at the Kapiti Food Fair to be held on Saturday 5 Decembe... More... Kapiti Coast Resident to Publish First Book at the Age of 96 October 2015 A 96 year old Kapiti Coast resident, Ronald C. Fama, will have his deb... More... Kapiti Council �delighted� with glowing building accreditation audit October 2015 The Kapiti Council has passed a review of its accreditation as a Build... More... Kapiti Mayoress Vicki Church succumbs to battle with cancer October 2015 Acting Mayor Mike Cardiff has thanked the community for their messages... More... Counsellors give during Mental Health Awareness Week October 2015 Counsellors around New Zealand are giving free counselling sessions to... More... Retirement Village Seminar for Kapiti October 2015 A free public seminar takes place at the Kapiti Community Centre next Thursday 15 October. There will be light refreshme... More... Kapiti youth gets a chance in HELL October 2015 Jason Donovan of Kapiti has just graduated from HELL Pizza's 'Active in Hell' initiative. Jason undertook six weeks o... More... Pink Ribbon Motorcycle Charity Ride to Tuatara October 2015 The 2015 Pink Ribbon Motorcycle Charity Ride is heading out to Tuatara... More... New APP to stop driver distraction September 2015 With the New Zealand Police this week cracking down on mobile phone driver distraction, a locally created app could help... More... Queen Elizabeth Park Champions Celebrated September 2015 At the AGM of the Friends of Queen Elizabeth Park on 24th August, we honoured with Life Membership, the dedication of tw... More... Strong Public Support for New Club Vista September 2015 Kapiti residents showed their support for the new Club Vista on the Paraparaumu Beach waterfront with more than 250 sign... More... Public pressure sees change in tree policy September 2015 Kapiti Council has confirmed that only the most significant indigenous trees will be protected in urban areas of Kapiti ... More... Trade Aid opens Kapiti Store September 2015 More... Kapiti Run for Youth racing ahead September 2015 The Web Genius Kapiti Run for Youth (KR4Y) is ticking away with a little over 200 registrations. "The target is to achi... More... Club Vista opens its doors to public September 2015 Club Vista � the new home of the Kapiti Club and Paraparaumu RSA on the Paraparaumu waterfront - is opening its doors on... More... Kapiti Food Fair 2015 on track September 2015 The Kapiti Food Fair 2015 looks set to be another huge success and already has over 100 vendor site bookings. Vendors... More... Town Centre costs queried September 2015 More... Historic Red House Cafe destroyed by fire July 2015 Firefighters were unable to save the Red House Cafe on State Highway 1 at Te Horo.Fire crews from Otaki and Te Horo were... More... Seats at Surf & Turf Kapiti Style proving popular July 2015 If you have not bought your ticket to attend one of two lunches at Sur... More... Fallen Tree cuts Kapiti power July 6, 2015 A power surge blew out meter boxes and appliances this morning when a tree fell on to 33,000 volt electricity lines just... More... Public meeting to discuss crime in Paekakariki July 2015 More... Kapiti's Burger King up for sale July 2015 Kapiti's Burger King's takeaways outlet on the Paraparaumu main street is up for sale.The building went up in the 1990s ... More... Paraparaumu College students off the Vietnam and Cambodia July 2015 Five students from Paraparaumu College, have got together with their f... More... Transpower under fire for overhead wires June 2015 Destination Waikanae KEEP WAIKANAE BEAUTIFUL!Four years ago Councillor Michael Scott had the vision to see that Trans... More... New air service a boost for Kapiti Coast Airport June 2015 Regional airline Sounds Air will now be flying customers between Nelso... More... Kapiti Council gives green light to Legal Highs June 2015 A motion that would effectively ban the sale of legal highs in Kapiti ... More... Give a Little to help Nepal June 2015 The Rotary Club of Kapiti has set up a Facebook Page at Give a Little for folks to make a contribution through the club ... More... Meeting looks to save Capital Connection June 2015 A public meeting was held at the Otaki railway station last week in a bid to save the Capital Connection which is under ... More... Norma McCallum honoured for community work June 2015 We are so delighted, Norma, that all your tireless work over 40 years for Waikanae has been recognised! Norma McCallum h... More... TECH EXPO Kapiti � Workshop registrations now open � Students Leading the Way June 2015 Kapiti Digital Leadership Forum Incorporated (KDLF) is delighted to an... More... Jill Lloyd elected to Community Board June 2015 This week Jill Lloyd, wife of the late Kapiti Coast District councillor Tony Lloyd, won the by-election to fill a seat o... More... Queen Elizabeth Park Cycleway on track June 2015 Blessing gets cycleway underwayThe beginning of construction on the new Queen Elizabeth Park cycleway has been marked by... More... First of Wellington�s newest trains arrive June 2015 The first pair of two-car units from Wellington's new batch of Matangi trains arrived recently by boat from Korea (Sunda... More... Group Convenes to Save Capital Connection Palmerston North MP, Iain Lees-Galloway, lead a successful workshop in Otaki on Sunday in a further bid to save the Capi... More... Young Ocean Defenders March for Maui Dolphins Kapiti Colleges 'Young Ocean Defenders' Group Walked 55km to raise awareness for the plight of the remaining 55 Maui Dol... More... QE Park Cycleway Takes Shape Kapiti's Greater Wellington Regional Councillor Nigel Wilson said he was pleased to see the QEP Cycleway taking shape fo... More... Queen Elizabeth Park Cycleway route walkover In 2014 Greater Wellington Regional Council announced its intention to develop a cycleway through Queen Elizabeth Park t... More... Otaki Kite Festival 28 February-1 March 2015 Come and enjoy free, open-air, eco-friendly fun to be held on Otaki beach. Schools day - Fri 27th Feb, Public days Sat 2... More... In Memoriam-Alan Austrin 1989-2015 January 2015 In Memoriam �Alan Austrin 1989-2015From: Kevin ClementsThere is nothing like a bout of pneumonia in the middle of summer... More... Paekakariki man found dead at beach January 2015 The identity of a motorcyclist found dead on a beach this morning is as yet unknown.The body - believed to be that of a ... More... Kapiti man in critical condition January 2015 A Kapiti man is in a critical condition after a ute rolled in southern Wairarapa. Life Flight crew member Dave Gree... More... QUITLINE poised for surge in Quit calls While most New Zealanders will be taking a well-deserved break on New Year's Day, Quitline's Wellington office expects t... More... Kapiti Run for Youth raises $20,702 for Kapiti youth Kapiti Run for Youth has wrapped up for another year after raising $20... More... Kapiti commuters to get more park and ride at Paraparaumu Greater Wellington Regional Council has approved the purchase of a sub... More... March to Save condemned Beau December 2014 "Beau has been ordered to die on or about Thursday 18th December 2014 ....and we are calling the decision and the proces... More... Arrest in Waikanae serious assault investigation December 2014 Kapiti-Mana Police have charged a 17 year old male with two charges of... More... Kapiti top of the regional list for local road improvements December 2014 Kapiti local road changes are the top priority for the region's transp... More... Serious assault in Waikanae December 2014 Kapiti-Mana Police are investigating the serious assault of an elderly couple in Waikanae. The couple have been assaulte... More... Better Kapiti says amalgamation offers significant benefits for Kapiti residents December 2014 "Many Kapiti residents and businesses will welcome an informed and rat... More... Sea Level Rise Report big news for Kapiti Coast December 2014 Local Government New Zealand (LGNZ) has recognised findings of Parliam... More... Dead man identified on Paekakariki Hill December 2014 Police have released name of the man found dead outside his car in suspicious circumstances on the Kapiti Coast yesterda... More... MacLean Park Kiosk reopens December 2014 The MacLean Park Kiosk at Paraparaumu Beach, damaged by fire a year ago, has just reopened after a $72,000 restoration. ... More... Paekakariki Hill Road investigation update December 2014 Police have worked today to secure and recover the body of a 32 year old male and a white Toyota Corolla vehicle on Paek... More... Kapiti Food Fair ready to roll December 2014 "With a week to go before the Kapiti Food Fair, everything is on-track to deliver a taste sensation and a wonderful day ... More... Paekakariki a generous town November 2014 Paekakariki placed in the Top 20 of the 2014 Oxfam Unwrapped Generosity List for 2014. Upper Moutere has defended its ti... More... Kapiti Food Fair fully booked November 2014 Less than a month out from the Kapiti Food Fair and vendor registrations have closed at 119 sites. "We are super happ... More... Kapiti Coast duo finalists in Welly Awards November 2014 Two of Kapiti's most dedicated environmentalists have been named as finalists in the Environment section of the Wellingt... More... Waikanae's Cr Tony Lloyd dies after short illness November 2014 Popular Waikanae councillor Tony Lloyd has died on the weekend after a... More... Fracking practices under fire November 2014 Frack Free Kapiti has made a hard hitting statement accusing Nova Energy of making dishonest and misleading claims of "p... More... Paekakariki and Kapiti Island's birdlife now heard all over Kapiti November 2014 In a dramatic expansion of its reach, burgeoning local community radio... More... Kiwibank dig deep to help with School rebuild October 2014 Staff from Kiwibank Paraparaumu branch spent their day off gardening at Paraparaumu School.To help with the rebuild afte... More... Sign the Petition! Save your rights to a tea break! October 2014 The Government is currently trying to rush through a law to stop worke... More... Paekakariki Community offended by slurs October 2014 Board Chair Jack McDonald says the Paekākāriki Community Board is taken aback and disappointed to see the slur... More... Kapiti Mayor ties the knot October 2014 The Mayor of Kapiti Coast District Council, Ross Church, married long term partner Vicki McCarthy on Saturday in the pre... More... Open Letter demands Access rethink October 2014 An open letter to Councillors Kapiti Coast District Council, from Paul Curry a member of Ramp Equal Access Coalition Tea... More... Contracting Company Named Business of the Year October 2014 A successful Waikanae civil engineering company has been selected as t... More... Ultra-Fast Broadband expansion welcome news for Otaki October 2014 Otaki MP Nathan Guy has welcomed news that Otaki is likely to be inclu... More... Young Kapiti dancer WOWing her examiners October 2014 Performing in the World of WearableArt is normal daily routine for 11 year old Roseanna Lewis. This is her second year ... More... Historical Plaques unveiled at Waikanae Station October 2014 Greater Wellington regional councillor Paul Swain has officially opene... More... Dirty Politics author talking to Kapiti's youth September 2014 CALLING ALL KAPITI YOUTH - HEAR NICKY HAGER SPEAK Thursday 18 Sep... More... Kapiti Vaulters Ninth at World Championships September 2014 New Zealand's young vaulting stars from Kapiti have finished a very credible ninth in the final of the team's competitio... More... Daffodil Day - a chance to say thank you for your help Today is Daffodil Day - 29 August 2014Daffodil Day is the Cancer Socie... More... Libby Hakaraia - Award finalist Otaki's Libby Hakaraia, Managing Director at Blue Bach Productions, has been announced as a finalist in the prestigious ... More... Candidate meeting in Kapiti August 2014 More... Kapiti Kruzers riding for the cause August 2014 Kapiti Kruzers Fundraiser is on this Saturday 23 August. They're cycling for 3 hours to raise money for Paraparaumu Scho... More... Otaki River Now a Painting TOO August 2014 The annual review of progress on the Otaki River will be held Wednesday September 10, and this year there will be an art... More... Let�s talk about divestment and ethical investments August 2014 Divestment workshop next week: Wednesday 20 August, 7pm at Kapiti Coll... More... Calling all young people in Kapiti! August 2014 KYS and the Youth Council have organised a youth political forum. This is your chance to be able to put any burning ques... More... Famous Kiwis get artistic for Daffodil Day August 2014 A group of well-known New Zealanders have created unique artworks for the Cancer Society's Daffodil Day as part of the A... More... Whitireia consistently a top achiever August 2014 A report released today by the Tertiary Education Commission (TEC) shows Whitireia is among New Zealand's top performing... More... Band-Aid funding can�t cover cuts August 2014 National's new funding commitment to Porirua's Mana Recovery is welcome, but fails to meet the $430,000 funding gap left... More... Housing Matters to Animals too August 2014 Today, 13 August, animal advocacy organisation SAFE, with the help of actor Robyn Malcolm, launches its "Housing matters... More... Sexy Zen for Kapiti Drivers August 2014 Here is a newsflash for Kapiti drivers - There's a new way of driving in the Wellington Region � the Sexy Zen way. And y... More... Reason for KCDC to flush July 2014 Social issues campaigner Dale Evans says the current council has not done enough to reduce debt and the introduction of ... More... KCDC Water Meter Charges For Renters Could Be Illegal Kapiti Coast District Council, already under siege from a raft of lega... More... Cr Elliott to stand for Electra Trust District wide Councillor Jackie Elliott has announced she is standing as a candidate for the Electra Trust. Cr Elliot... More... Kapiti carpool commuters get priority parking at Waikanae Station May 2014 Train commuters who share a ride to Waikanae Station can now get prior... More... Kapiti 's Access Radio On The Move May 2014 After 18 years as a tenant at Aputa House in Mahara Place, Waikanae, Kapiti's Coast Access Radio is on the move. Graeme ... More... Silver service at Z Kapiti May 2014 Do you know the feeling when you see something totally odd while doing the most mundane thing, and your mind just doesn'... More... Commemorating the �heaven and hell� of the Pacific War May 2014 Heaven and Hell is the theme of this years' Memorial Day (the U.S.equi... More... Kapiti Run for Youth Launches May 2014 Registrations for teams and individuals to take part in the Web Genius Kapiti Run for Youth are open. "We are hoping ... More... Kapiti Children's Publisher releases 9th Title May 2014 After the successful Story Bridge project inspired by the stunning pic... More... Kiosk saved - victory for campaigner April 2014 Community campaigner Dale Evans enjoyed a significant victory this week when the Kapiti Coast District Council formally ... More... Mana�s home ownership dream fading under National April 2014 The latest Harcourts' Marketwatch survey released today has shown that... More... Bore water assurances don't go down well April 2014 Kapiti Council assurances that bore water is safe does not seem to have found favour with the public. There continue to ... More... 'Kronic' now stands for the Governments poor handling of Legal Highs says candidate April 2014 "The Government has dropped the ball when implementing the Psychoactiv... More... Kapiti businesses bypassed for expressway work Waikanae nurseryman Gus Evans says he is disappointed local growers ha... More... Ancestral land in state of Grace... The Maori Land Court has ruled in favour of a small block of ancestral Waikanae land seized for the expressway to be set... More... Kapiti Women's Centre training begins April 2014 Our new enrollment of Centre Worker Training for 2014 has begun. Volunteers are the heart and soul of Kapiti Women's ... More... Clean up celebrates Sea Week March 2014 Everything from cigarette butts and fishing line to discarded clothing and plastic bottles. These were the finds of Kapi... More... Petition launched to save Kiosk March 2014 Community campaigner Dale Evans has launched a petition to save the Kiosk at Paraparaumu Beach. A KCDC staff report t... More... EPILEPSY NZ�S HUGE PURPLE DAY CHALLENGE! March 2014 March 26 is International Purple Day for Epilepsy, and Epilepsy New Zealand is doing its bit to ensure the day is celebr... More... Plunket says beware of bogus charity collectors March 2014 Plunket's Annual 'Bear Hug' Appeal kicks off next week which means tha... More... Take time out to be with your children says Save The Children... March 2014 This Sunday (March 2) is Children's Day and is a chance for our kids ... More... Plunket: Keep an eye out for kids on the roads January 2014 Plunket is urging people to keep an eye out for children as they head ... More... Official Opening of Bird Hide at QE Park January 2014 The official opening of the newly built Bird Hide in the Marine Wetlands is the result of a joint project between Greate... More... Broadband roll out hits a snag The Ultra Fast Broadband rollout aimed to connect 16,000 local customers in Raumati, Waikanae, Paraparaumu and Paekakari... More... Labour Otaki race looks to find Missing Link November 2013 The Otaki Electorate Labour nominee Jade Teki says there has been a gaping hole for Labour since the electorate turned B... More... New Councillor Blocked by CEO November 2013 "The previous Council's amendments to KCDC meeting rules have effectively blocked any chance to bring transparency and f... More... Expressway decision disappoints, but it's not over till it's over November 2013 The Supreme Court has declined to permit Save Kapiti to appeal the Hig... More... Otaki Gorge produces supreme Business Winner November 2013 An IT company based in the Otaki Gorge has been selected as the Electra Business of the Year for Kapiti and Horowhenua.I... More... What are WE going to do about the violence? November 2013 Kapiti has had to deal with a great deal of violent behaviour in recent times, including two incidents that led to the d... More... Kapiti District Council Taken to Court over Fluoridation November 2013 The Kapiti Coast District Council is facing judicial review over its 2... More... Kids Can Cook Kitchen pays a visit to Waikanae November 2013 Over 140 children from the Te Aramoana Syndicate at Waikanae School ha... More... Pilot to Navigate towards Social Impact Bonds November 2013 Social problems with alcohol and drugs have been very much in the news recently, with the arrest of a Kapiti woman for d... More... A Bumper Spring Party for Everyone October 2013 Paekakariki will be abuzz with Spring fever this coming Saturday 2 November as the village's annual community party, the... More... Never leave children unsupervised in vehicles says Plunket October 2013 Plunket is reminding parents and caregivers not to leave children alon... More... Public meetings on Amalgamation to be held in Kapiti November 2013 Residents and ratepayers are being invited to public meetings in the W... More... Kapiti residents encouraged to dispose of unwanted TVs at drop off events October 2013 Residents in Kapiti are being encouraged to drop off their unwanted TV... More... Stepping up to support local charities October 2013 News that community based youth services in the Kapiti region like Kapiti Youth Support and Youth Quest are under huge f... More... Will Wellington Boot or Give a Leg Up to Tourism in Kapiti? October 2013 One of the candidates in the mayoral elections in Wellington, Jack Yan... More... Parenting Encouragement Programme October 2013 PARENTING ENCOURAGEMENT PROGRAMME in the Wellington DioceseINITIATIVES1. To build the confidence of Parents & Caregiv... More... Kapiti Aquatic Centre Trust - award nominee September 2013 "The Kapiti Aquatic Center Trust, was established in 2008 to help fund a new Aquatic facility in the Kapiti region. The ... More... Kapiti Coast Marina Proposal September 2013 Brandon Holman, one of the upcoming KCDC Election candidates, is wanting, if elected to undertake a feasibility study as... More... Worth making a HUHA about September 2013 More... Kapiti Business Awards Entrants Challenged September 2013 Kapiti entrants in this year's Electra Business Awards were challenged Wednesday night (4 September 2013) to ensure tha... More... Kapiti Teens take action to unmask palm oil September 2013 Three local Year 10 girls are part of a nationwide movement to highlight the grim realities of tropical deforestation du... More... Schools clean up Kapiti beaches September 2013 Five schools will be cleaning Kapiti beaches on Tuesday 3 September as part of the Kapiti PAK'nSAVE Beach Clean Up Day. ... More... Expressway is on the slow road Save Kapiti Inc has sought leave to appeal to the Supreme Court on the legality of the BOI's decision to grant consent t... More... Expressway decision gets mixed reaction August 2013 SAD DAY FOR KAPITISaveKapiti are disappointed with the decision of the High Court appeal against the Board of Inquiry de... More... Samaritans of Wellington: Lending Their Ears For Nearly Fifty Years August 2013 Formed in 1965, Samaritans have been offering sympathetic, caring and ... More... NZTA Jumping the Gun on High Court Expressway appeal August 19, 2013 Anti Kapiti expressway lobby group Save Kapiti have expressed surprise... More... A Taste of France in Waikanae August 2013 Waikanae enjoyed a Taste of France with the recent Wine Auction and Long Lunch organised by the local branch of the Labo... More... New Otaki website launched August 2013 Otaki Labour's new website was launched this week by Annette King MP at a function attended by Labour Party members and ... More... Build the Dam says mayoral candidate August 2013 Mayoral candidate Jackie Elliott says the only negative reaction she has received in relation to building a Dam has come... More... 200 Turns 100 - 200 Square Hits 100 Sales August 2013 200 Square, New Zealand's first online real estate agency, is celebrating reaching 100 unconditional sales, several of w... More... Wellington Regional Council offices closed to public July 2013 Wellington Regional Council offices in Wakefield St remain closed to t... More... Elliott says building Kapiti Dam is core business July 2013 "Water supply and waste water management are the core business of any ... More... A large 6.5 earthquake rattles Kapiti 21 July Kapiti was rattled, along with the rest of the region, by a 6.8 earthquake just after 5pm tonight.Aftershocks were conti... More... Roundabout is not Fair Play July 2013 The announcement by the New Zealand Transport Agency (NZTA) that the Otaihanga roundabout is for 'safety improvements' i... More... Great Comedy Debate July 13 More... Kapiti first in the region for a new community fund July 2013 Nikau Foundation is establishing individual district funds to cater fo... More... Kapiti Woman Nearly Impaled in Car Accident July 2013 A Milne Road resident is resting at home and thanking her lucky stars after a freak accident last Monday afternoon. ... More... IT companies merge to take on the world July 2013 Two well established Wellington region IT companies have joined forces to export their unique software to the global mar... More... Ask the cops � the problem is budget cuts July 2013 It is a damning indictment of Anne Tolley that only six per cent of Police believe National's front line cuts and restru... More... Police release name of Raumati man killed on SH1 July 2013 Kapiti-Mana Police have released the name of the pedestrian who died a... More... Massey University awards Honoraray Degree to Waikanae Veterinarian July 2013 Today (05 July) Waikanae based Dr David Bayvel, Chief Veterinary Advis... More... Closed for Good: BNZ shuts up shop for community projects in Kapiti July 2013 On 4 September, nearly 5,500 BNZ employees will be getting stuck into ... More... Kapiti laments the passing of Rosemary Barrington July 2013 Many tributes have flowed since the sudden death last week of Paekakar... More... Unscientific lines must be removed July 2013 Leading mayoral candidate, Jackie Elliott says KCDC face an estimated $250,000 in costs defending the first case against... More... Police pursuit policy in need of urgent review June 2013 In the wake of a spate of police chases which have resulted in a needl... More... Kapiti Speakers' Corner in full swing June 2013 The Immigration Amendment Bill currently before Parliament was described as "hideous" at a recent Kapiti Speakers' Corne... More... Thinning blue line result of Budget cuts National should take the blame for more than 200 police officers leaving the force over the last eight months, says Labo... More... Criminal checks aren�t a cost to be cut May 2013 Criminal background checks for people in positions of trust should not be treated as just another cost to be cut, says L... More... KCDC rethink pool ramp May 2013 An initial design for a removable ramp for the Coastlands Aquatic Centre's main pool is under way. This follows appro... More... Green buses not affected by temporary disruptions to Wellington bus services May 8, 2013 Mana and Newlands Coach Services are not affected by this week's disru... More... Call to retailers - stop selling drugs to our kids May 2013 Mana MP Kris Faafoi has called on local retailers to cease stocking an... More... Expressway Opponents use Kapiti Speakers' Corner to boost legal challenge May 2013 Work on the MacKay's Crossing to Peka Peka Expressway can not proceed ... More... Te Horo�s Hyde Park Celebrates Revamp May 2013 Hyde Park Te Horo was abuzz this weekend as they celebrated their new look with an outdoor market, outdoor music and cro... More... Expressway decision goes to appeal May 2013 The game is not over. SaveKapiti has today lodged an appeal against the decision of the Board of Inquiry into the MacKa... More... Kapiti residents surveyed on Airport's future May 2013 Residents from Porirua, the Kapiti Coast through to Levin have the chance to have their say on the direction of their lo... More... Speakers� Corner: Brickbats fly at KCDC May 2013 The relaunched Kapiti Speakers' Corner has seen its first protest group � and the target has been the KCDC next door. ... More... Elliott to stand for Electra Trust May 2013 Otaki Community Board member Jackie Elliott has announced her candidacy for the Electra Trust.Ms Elliott said there had ... More... Candidate questions quality of information given April 2013 Kapiti Council candidate Jackie Elliott said she was disappointed at t... More... CRU set sail with painting donation... April 12, 2013 The Shona Moller Gallery at Paraparaumu Beach was packed on Friday night as guests came to bid and enjoy the auction of ... More... Shona Moller painting up for Auction April 2013 This Friday (12th) at 6pm they place to be for Kapiti art lovers is the Shona Moller Gallery, 22 Marine Parade, Parapara... More... Kapiti Speakers' Corner Launched.... April 7, 2013 The right to free speech was celebrated at the re-launch of Kapiti Speakers' Corner at the weekend. After being summo... More... Crime down for a third year in a row April 2013 Otaki MP Nathan Guy has welcomed new crime statistics that show a continuing fall in the crime rate. "The 2012 Centr... More... Kapiti Motorbike recovered April 2013 As a result of information received from a person who was arrested on Saturday 23rd March in relation to the stolen moto... More... Sea rescue saves three lives off Kapiti Island.... April 2013 Three divers were rescued off Kapiti Island today in conditions that c... More... Elliott announces candidacy for District Wide Council seat March 2013 Kapiti businesswoman Jackie Elliott says she will be a candidate for a... More... Vote clears way for public to have say on local government reform March 2013 Reform of the region's local government has moved a step closer with t... More... Kapiti Council switches to bore water as river supply drops 15 March 2013 Kapiti Council is now using a small amount of treated bore water to su... More... More... PUBLIC MEETING ON LOCAL GOVERNMENT AMALGAMATION March 2013 "What does a supercity mean for Kapiti?" This issue will be addressed ... More... Logo questions remain unanswered March 2013 Community Board Member Jackie Elliott has raised a number of questions relating to a proposed new tourism logo for Kapit... More... Warrior Dash hits Queen Elizabeth Park March 2013 Organisers of the Warrior Dash, staged at QE Park, Paekakariki on the weekend say they were well pleased with the turnou... More... High Rotary Awards for Sir Noel Robinson March 2013 A Valedictory address presented at the Rotary Club of Kapiti, described the background for the presentation of two high ... More... Friday lunchtime forums at Mahara Gallery March 2013 Mahara Gallery are offering six Friday lunchtime forums with a great range of panelists on topics of broad socialand pol... More... Kapiti Publisher Book Island goes international March 2013 Kapiti Publisher Book Island is about to release first titles on the D... More... Public Speakers' Corner for Kapiti February 2013 The Kapiti Coast will again have its own version of Speakers' Corner at Hyde Park in London. Speakers' Corner sited... More... Council debt levels 'unaffordable and unsustainable' February 2013 Kapiti Social issues campaigner and former Paraparaumu/Raumati Communi... More... Kapiti Aquatic Centre under threat from Mainzeal collapse February 2013 The Kapiti Coast District Council says it is stunned by the news of Aq... More... Kapiti celebrates Waitangi Day February 2012 Large crowds turned out to celebrate Waitangi Day at the Whakarongotai Marae in Waikanae.After the powhiri and formal sp... More... Plunket: Keep an eye out for kids on the roads January 2013 Plunket is urging people to keep an eye out for children as they head ... More... Kapiti singers have the X Factor January 2013 Hundreds of hopeful singers turned up to Kapiti College today to audition for the New Zealand version of the hit show X ... More... Sad end for Whale at Paraparaumu Beach January 2013 The massive sperm whale which washed up on the Kapiti Coast last night will be cut up into pieces today and buried at a ... More... Plumbers, Gasfitters and Drainlayers Board launches campaign against unauthorised tradespeople March 2013 Kapiti homeowners are being warned today not to use unlicensed tradesp... More... Takahe Chick Naming Competition January 2013 Mitre 10 has a special new addition � a precious Takahe chick from Mingi and Bellamy. Until 1948 Takahe were thought ... More... Puppet fun for all at Mahara January 2013 Pasta Arrabiata: A cooking show with strings attachedWhen: Saturday, January 5, 2013 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Where: M... More... Birthright Otaki Big Dig 2013 on Saturday January 2013 When: Saturday, January 5, 2013 10:00 am - 1:00 pm Where: Otaki Beach Marine Parade Otaki Beach Cost: $5... More... Peanut Butter on the menu for Kapiti January 2013 On Thursday the 10th of January Pic Crundlestein will be making toast for the people of Kapiti. Where, he's not sure, bu... More... Te Horo Beach attracts summer crowds December 2012 Christmas came early to Te Horo Beach's Dixie St Park, on Sunday the 23rd, when over 70 residents celebrated the inaugu... More... Waikanae Lions Super Garden Trail a popular event December 2012 If you would like to experience some of Waikanae's most stunning garde... More... Kapiti Coast water restrictions have started March 2013 Gardeners reaching for hoses and sprinklers during recent hot, dry weather have pushed water consumption in the district... More... Raumati Beach dairy liquor licence under threat from underage sales December 2012 Police will seek the cancellation of a Kapiti Coast dairy's liquor lic... More... Controversial Retro Bar closed down December 2012 The controversial Retro Bar - described by police as one of the worst bars in the Wellington region - is set to shut for... More... $100,000 cannabis operation foiled by police December 2012 On Tuesday 18th December 2012 the Kapiti Police Crime Control Unit (CCU) executed a planned drugs search warrant on a Wa... More... Surviving the Christmas shopping spree December 2012 Going shopping over the holiday period can be a bit like going into battle with retailers who use every sneaky scheme th... More... A resting time on Kapiti Island December 2012 Otaki Police celebrated Christmas with a well deserved day off on Kapiti Island this week. The 10 member force includ... More... Putting the heart in heartland: NZ�s most generous towns - Paekakariki high on the list December 2012 By looking at the numbers and locations of gifts given through the Oxf... More... Paws for thought � planning a road trip with pets December 2012 Now more than ever we consider our pets as family members, so when hea... More... Charity Walk fundraiser for Village Hall December 2012 Julie Perkins has announced a charity walk as a fundraiser for St Peters Village Hall in Paekakariki. It will be on the ... More... Why are KCDC Paying NZTA's Bills Monday December 11 Today Waikanae Community Board will receive a report by KCDC's Bernie Goedhart recommending Kapiti Council install no pa... More... Advice for taking the silly out of the season December 2012 Consumer NZ is on a mission to take the silly out of the season for consumers this year. Next week it is inviting Kiwis ... More... Graduating WelTec Engineer � A Great Role Model to Others December 2012 Hard work and determination to succeed has meant a young Maori woman h... More... �A cage, is a cage, is a cage.� December 2012 Today the Minister of Primary Industries, David Carter, released the 2012 Layer Hen Code. Current cages, known as Batte... More... Dogs that attacked to be destroyed December 2012 Two dogs involved in last week's attack on two Otaki women are to be euthanized after their owner signed them over to th... More... Boxing to highlight Not for Sale December 2012 Aotearoa Is Not For Sale Wellington will present a live Trans Pacific Partnership Agreement (TPPA) boxing match at Midla... More... Warm Greater Wellington scheme hits $10 million mark November 2012 Over ten million dollars of support for home insulation and clean heat... More... SPCA National Appeal starts this week (Nov 5-11) November 2012 A family cat deliberately cut up in Timaru, a tethered pet goat stabbe... More... Low benefit of Expressway gets calls to scrap it November 2012 Labour is calling on the Government to pull the plug on the Mackays to... More... Kapiti Police disappointed October 2012 Kapiti Police are disappointed by the actions of some youths, after three out of control parties over the weekend.Office... More... So long Sel...Kapiti character farewelled September 2012 Selly Hyde, one of Kapiti's most notable citizens was farewelled yesterday at St Paul's Anglican Church in Paraparaumu.A... More... Hair raising driver crashes through window September 2012 Police presence at the Kapiti Lights has been a common sight recently. Fortunately this time no one was hurt but the sho... More... Kapiti PAK�nSAVE to take part in ShakeOut September 2012 Kapiti PAK'nSAVE is taking part in the New Zealand ShakeOut earthquake drill. ShakeOut has been organised by Civil De... More... Another youth killing in Kapiti September 2012 Kapiti Police are investigating the death of another young man in the Kapiti Lights complex overnight.Officer in charge ... More... Man arrested and charged over Kapiti killing September 2012 Kapiti Police have arrested and charged a 22 year old man in connection with the death of 20 year old Sean Strongman-Lin... More... A Bumper Spring Party for Everyone September 2012 Leading local performers are helping the Kapiti Coast celebrate Spring with a free community party in Paekakariki, at a ... More... Kapiti woman wins NZ$180,000 with secret lottery ticket September 2012 By Austin Weaver Choosing lottery numbers is a very personal d... More... Community Solutions - Boom time in Paekakariki September 2012 Laurence Boomert offers an exciting view for the future and will be gi... More... Public meetings regarding Kapiti's user-payers water plans August 2012 The Kapiti Concerned Citizens group is holding two public meetings thi... More... Kapiti couples Tie the Knot at Te Papa August 2012 Four Kapiti couples have tied the knot at a traditional Thai Cultural Wedding ceremony held at Te Papa.In all, nine coup... More... Vandalism at local school August 2012 Waikanae School caretaker, Peter Larkin, says that when he arrives at school each morning he will never know what he wil... More... Public meeting on local government reform August 2012 Kapiti residents and ratepayers are being encouraged to have their say on potential local government reform in the Welli... More... Kapiti boy dies after assault August 2012 Izak Millanta, from Paraparaumu, has died surrounded by family and friends in Wellington Hospital.He had been on life su... More... Serious Assault in Coastlands - teenager on life support August 2012 Report by Peter Corlett Following a serious assault in the early ho... More... Paper Plus Coastlands named Group Bookshop of the Year August 2012 Local books and stationery store, Paper Plus Coastlands has been award... More... Admin costs could hike Water Meters charges August 2012 Comment from former KCDC Councillor, Roy BradburyI was speaking to a friend the other day, who had just come back from B... More... CapTel � Captioned Phones for the Hearing Impaired August 2012 To those who can hear with ease, the thought of what life would be lik... More... Popular Waikanae Teacher On The Move August 2012 Popular Waikanae School teacher Martin Taylor is leaving teaching and a farewell assembly was held at Waikanae School on... More... Local Timber Design Award finalists showcase interior excellence, innovation, and sustainability August 2012 Six projects from Wellington, Kapiti, and Carterton have been chosen a... More... Telecom encourages mobile switch for Kapiti Telecom is encouraging customers in the Kapiti region to switch mobile networks before the CDMA network closes at the en... More... Rainwater tanks important for emergency preparedness August 2012 A rainwater tank installed at home could save you a lot of grief in th... More... Get yellow, get creative, Daffodil Day is just around the corner August 2012 Daffodil Day, the Cancer Society's flagship fundraising day, is on 31 ... More... Convoy to Kapiti looks to save Capital Connection Tony Ng reports A convoy of enraged Capital Connection patrons arrived at the Waikanae... More... Council in the spotlight at citizens public meeting... July 2012 A public meeting has been called by a citizens group to discuss the pe... More... Protest aims to donate $450million road money to Christchurch July 2012 More... A sign of the times - 'debt going through the roof' June 2012 Kapiti personality Dale Evans says Council's debt is out of control an... More... Irate Kapiti residents set to march to Parliament....more.... June 2012 Ask us First petition organiser Jackie Elliott has sent an invitaion t... More... Marines Memorial unveiled at Queen Elizabeth Park.... June 2012 A new Sailor's Memorial has been unveiled to about 600 people at a Mem... More... No mandate for water meters June 2012 Kapiti Coast District Council has no Mandate for the installation of district wide water meters, and a rigged phone surv... More... Aquatic Centre more than a hole in the ground June 2012 After many years of planning and debate, Kapiti's Coastlands Aquatic Centre is starting to emerge as a significant build... More... MP calls for Fair pay for Kapiti carers April 8 MP for Mana Kris Faafoi this week joined care-workers from the Eldon Lodge Rest home in Kapiti as they took strike actio... More... Sustainabilty show draws crowds despite weather.....more March 29 Over 6000 braved the elements to visit the annual Sustainable Home and... More... Council committee fails to deliver says petition organiser...... March 19 A high powered committee set up by the KCDC to work out a fair chargin... More... World Cup fans living the dream..... March 15 Eleven year old Kapiti youngster Sean Terment made the most of his visit to Coastlands on Wednesday to see the World Rug... More... Taking the fast Lane.... March 7 Emergency services doctor Chris Lane took the fast track for a patient this morning with the Westpac Rescue helicopter l... More... The cup runneth over.... February 29 Kapiti Council's plans to install water meters took a decided turn for the worse with revelations that Tauranga City is ... More... Unemployment figures reinforce need for Kapiti economic development� February 28 The Kapiti Chamber of Commerce says that while increased local unemplo... More... Abandon the silos! 21 February Chief Executive of the Cancer Society, Dalton Kelly, today challenged stakeholders at a PHARMAC forum whether the time h... More... Invest in Your Relationships 19 February One of the most interesting aspects of wealth creation is that it is virtually impossible to do on your own. Put a pe... More... Turn Resolutions into Reality......more By Liz Koh A New Year, a new start and resolutions to get fit, lose weight and spend less. Every year it is the same story. The tro... More... Water Meters - savings equals price hike Kapiti Coast Councillors heard that under the Tauranga water meter scheme reductions in water usage means water prices g... More... Wild west in Kapiti December 10 Kapiti police are investigating a drive-by shooting overnight. A man was shot at after two violent incidents in Parapara... More... Santa meets Blake at Coastlands.... December 10 Blake Murphy, 18 months young from Paraparaumu, gives Santa the Christmas gift message at Coastlands on Saturday... More... Christmas in the Skate Park December 8 The Kapiti Coast Youth Council is launching Youth2U Live at MacLean Skate Park, Paraparaumu Beach Saturday 17 December f... More... �An idle Mind - is a Dangerous Mind� December 7 It is not a wonder more outrageous vandalism has not occurred in the past with regards to our youth. E.g. Aircraft vand... More... Enjoy the Christmas Gala at Nga Manu More... National Jandal Day December 1 They are called Flip-Flops in the UK and US, Thongs in Australia, Slip-Slops in South Africa and Sandals in Hawaii, but ... More... Kapiti billboard provides boost for Winston December 1 Local identity Dale Evans gave a boost to the New Zealand First campaign with the aid of his billboard at the Paraparaum... More... Kapiti gets new MP - Jan Logie....more Jan Logie is young, vibrant, energetic and driven and now she is an MP.Ms Logie was swept into Parliament on the wave of... More... Shorty St Star supports Mary Potter Hospice November 22 Lee Donoghue who stars on Kiwi soap Shortland St as Hunter McKay was the guest star at the Mary Potter Hospice fundraise... More... Incorrect car seat installation putting Kiwi kids in danger November 16 Many New Zealand parents are incorrectly using child car restraints�an... More... Satire: Kapiti Promised Free Power November 16 Opinion: Aristophanes The following piece of well-timed satire appeared this week in the news site www.scoop.co.nz I... More... Next stage for Paraparaumu pathway News that work on the second and final stage of the pathway from Maclean Park along the Paraparaumu beachfront has start... More... Budget response - 'Imaginary jobs, real problems' The budget offers nothing of substance to the people of the Otaki elec... More... Intersection lights misguided says campaigner 16 May Roading campaigner Chris Glover says plans for lights at the intersection at Kapiti and Rimu Roads in Paraparaumu is mis... More... Water cut to Otaki May 4 A major water pipe near construction work being undertaken in Otaki Main Street broke this morning resulting in a loss o... More... Raumati Pool re-opening delayed The re-opening of Raumati Swimming Pool has been delayed for approximately two weeks, Leisure & Open Space Asset Manager... More... Broadband roll-out plans under fire April 27 Kapiti has one of the highest internet user rates in the country so the Government's proposed roll-out of services is un... More... Weak evidence offered for metering April 27 Ratepayers will foot the bill if water metering doesn't go according to plan and the Kapiti Coast District Council's est... More... Water meters costly and unnecessary says KWAG 23 April The Kapiti Coast District Council should drop its single-minded obsession with water meters and look at other ways to re... More... Fatal House Fire in Paraparaumu 13 April One woman has died and two young children are in serious condition from a house fire in Kapiti.Shortly after midnight th... More... Health funding cuts will silence respected Kapiti advocacy group 12 April A well respected and longstanding voice in the health sector for the K... More... More than $41 million in capital projects for Kapiti 22 March The Draft Annual Plan proposed for the Kapiti Coast District Council f... More... Water Treatment Plant open day well attended 22 March More than 50 people took advantage of the opportunity to learn more about water treatment when visiting the Waikanae Wat... More... Savings improve Raumati Beach CBD outcomes 21 March Significant savings on the tender for the Raumati Beach CBD stormwater upgrade have been partially applied to increasing... More... Muri Station to close from 30 April 21 March Muri Station, on the Kapiti Line, will be closed indefinitely from the end of April, a decision made by Greater Wellingt... More... Self sufficiency author - key speaker at Home & Garden Show 16 March Self-sufficiency expert Carolann Murray will be one of the key worksho... More... Red Puppy Appeal Fundraising Event 14 March Come along and support the Foundation of the Blind Red Puppy Appeal in association with Sheryl Welby from Kapiti Coast F... More... Classics for Christchurch 10 March Paekakariki Memorial Hall, The Parade, Paekakariki. 2pm Sunday 13th March Entry by folding donation: Proceeds to t... More... Plunket: Keep kids safe on the roads 5 February Plunket is urging people to keep an eye out for children as they head back to school.As New Zealand's largest provider o... More... Localism and Water on Kapiti menu July 26, 2018 Kapiti Mayor K Gurunathan says the relationship between councils and Local Government NZ who act as their advocates to c... More...