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Thank you Kaptit Art Studio IHC Paraparaumu for a lovely book made by the young artist there, She said they are for sale if you wont to support a lovely cause
Join us in celebrating the opening of Toi MAHARA, the Kāpiti Coast District Art Gallery, with a weekend of entertainment, food and art.
Featuring the best of Kāpiti’s performing arts scene, the two-day festival will include Play on Words, Kāpiti Brass Band, Jeep Road Blues, the stars of … View moreJoin us in celebrating the opening of Toi MAHARA, the Kāpiti Coast District Art Gallery, with a weekend of entertainment, food and art.
Featuring the best of Kāpiti’s performing arts scene, the two-day festival will include Play on Words, Kāpiti Brass Band, Jeep Road Blues, the stars of the future from Kāpiti College, and much more!
Visit our website to see the full line-up of acts and learn more about our exciting exhibition programme.
28-29 October, 11am-5pm, Mahara Place, Waikanae.
We are very happy to announce the first exhibition in our Guest Gallery--stunning photographs by local artist Warren Ixer. Come for a look and a chat on any Sunday afternoon (we're open from1-4 pm) or by appointment (027 602 4214)
My how love can so quickly turn to hate. We all loved Labour in 2020, now its being punished for a pandemic, climate change and natural disasters, supply side disruptions, inflation, the list goes on. For those people who are disillusioned with the government, how would you have felt if you had … View moreMy how love can so quickly turn to hate. We all loved Labour in 2020, now its being punished for a pandemic, climate change and natural disasters, supply side disruptions, inflation, the list goes on. For those people who are disillusioned with the government, how would you have felt if you had been left to your own devices? No immunization program, no Public Health input, (No Ashley) no information, no extra hospital resources, no disaster relief, no rescue services, no public transport subsidies, no petrol subsidies, wage subsidies, no government grants to disaster regions, no increases to benefits, winter energy payment and superannuation, and so on. I for one am very grateful to the Labour government for its "wellness budget" and humanitarian response to these events. I thank my lucky stars we weren't in a National government, who would have had the boarders open in an instant and every person left to tackle it alone.
To expect a government to initiate progressive policy with all this going on is not realistic. Nevertheless many expect just that. Its a thankless task being a politician it seems. The fact that the rest of the world was in an even worse position seems to have escaped some people.
Bryce Edwards in his recent publication, seems to have bought into Nationals spin also. According to Edwards, these global events are all Labour's fault. His piece has been described as an "obituary for Labour". More National spin. Its worth noting too, that the last political commentator and economist at Victoria who criticized a National government lost his job. Independent? Probably not?
This election is much closer than National likes to put about. They like to tell everyone "We've got this".
Newsflash: THEY HAVEN'T
The people will decide on Saturday who's got it, not National, not Edwards or anyone else. Edwards, more than anyone, as the leader of the democracy project, should know better.
Edwards is into the empty National slogans too.
Labour hasn't delivered......
Well lets get specific, delivered on what?
I await your replies with great interest.
Thank you Resene Paint, The money will be donated to the IHC Paraparaumu i Nice bunch of guys they paint beautiful art
The Lions Monster Bookfair will be held at the Waikanae Memorial Hall on Saturday and Sunday 14th and 15th of October.
There will be a great range of books on sale most at $2 each.
The doors will open at 8am on Saturday until 5pm, and on Sunday opening at 9am until 2 pm.
Loads of fiction, … View moreThe Lions Monster Bookfair will be held at the Waikanae Memorial Hall on Saturday and Sunday 14th and 15th of October.
There will be a great range of books on sale most at $2 each.
The doors will open at 8am on Saturday until 5pm, and on Sunday opening at 9am until 2 pm.
Loads of fiction, travel, cooking, gardening, hobbies, biographies, books, puzzles and games and musical material – enough to satisfy everyone on the whole of Kapiti Coast at least until next year’s Bookfair.
And as always, the funds raised will go to many needy organisations.
October 14th is the last day for voting in the General Election 2023. And while there are some policies that are nice to have, there are other issues that are imperative to us. Where do your priorities lie this election? From the options below, choose what is swaying your vote the most.
Type … View moreOctober 14th is the last day for voting in the General Election 2023. And while there are some policies that are nice to have, there are other issues that are imperative to us. Where do your priorities lie this election? From the options below, choose what is swaying your vote the most.
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Forget housework! Come along to our indoor market day, this Saturday 14 October, 9.00am to 3.00pm at our rooms 27a Elizabeth St, Waikanae (over the railway line). Items for sale include embroidery, spinning, knitting, weaving, paintings, cards, fresh produce, plants, scrummy baking and raffles. For… View moreForget housework! Come along to our indoor market day, this Saturday 14 October, 9.00am to 3.00pm at our rooms 27a Elizabeth St, Waikanae (over the railway line). Items for sale include embroidery, spinning, knitting, weaving, paintings, cards, fresh produce, plants, scrummy baking and raffles. For the first time there will also be a ‘craft stash’ table. Come along and see what’s available. Cash sales please!
Ryman Healthcare is proud to champion the women's game like never before. We are committed to supporting initiatives that empower women and celebrate their achievements, showcased through our official partnership with the Black Ferns and Black Ferns Sevens.
Our partnership brings a host of … View moreRyman Healthcare is proud to champion the women's game like never before. We are committed to supporting initiatives that empower women and celebrate their achievements, showcased through our official partnership with the Black Ferns and Black Ferns Sevens.
Our partnership brings a host of benefits that contribute to the growth and development of women's rugby. Together, we aim to inspire the next generation of players and foster a vibrant community around the sport. Click here to learn more.
With kids heading back to school this week we thought it's a good time to ask your thoughts on education in Kāpiti – what could be improved? Share your vision for Kāpiti and have your say online now 👉🏼haveyoursay.kapiticoast.govt.nz...
We want to make sure everyone in Kāpiti can … View moreWith kids heading back to school this week we thought it's a good time to ask your thoughts on education in Kāpiti – what could be improved? Share your vision for Kāpiti and have your say online now 👉🏼haveyoursay.kapiticoast.govt.nz...
We want to make sure everyone in Kāpiti can access a range of education services to help them to pursue fulfilling careers. We also need to make sure they’re the right type of education services so we can encourage rangatahi (young people) to study here and then stay on to work locally. ✏️🎓📚
We’re already exploring options for an education hub to help students find pathways to employment right here in Kāpiti – and we’d like to hear what you think Kāpiti needs now and for the future.
Visit haveyoursay.kapiticoast.govt.nz... to share your ideas and aspirations! Your feedback will help to inform a districtwide vision to enable a sustainable future and guide Council planning now, and over the next couple of decades.
48 inch Veon TV with remote and stand. Does work but has problem. Probably an easy fix for someone who knows what they're doing. FREE
Hello Neighbours! We all understand bills are piling up for everyone.
What's been hitting your wallet the hardest lately, making you cringe every time you pay for it?
Kāpiti, your Christmas wishes have come true! 🎄🎅 Join us for a fantastic day of holiday celebrations on Sunday, 10 December, from 11am to 4pm.
Be enchanted by the Christmas floats as they parade around Southward Car Museum's driveway starting at 11am. Santa himself will be there, so … View moreKāpiti, your Christmas wishes have come true! 🎄🎅 Join us for a fantastic day of holiday celebrations on Sunday, 10 December, from 11am to 4pm.
Be enchanted by the Christmas floats as they parade around Southward Car Museum's driveway starting at 11am. Santa himself will be there, so make sure to give him a friendly wave! 🎅
And the fun doesn't stop there! Head behind the museum for a festival filled with bouncy castles, delicious food trucks, live music, and more. And of course, remember to visit Santa in his Grotto.
A free Christmas Bus will leave Paraparaumu train station every 30 minutes to bring attendees to the event and back again – first bus departs at 10.30am for the parade.
Thinking about joining the parade with your own float? Make sure you read our parade rules before completing the entry form. To learn more about entering, visit www.kapiticoast.govt.nz...
Thanks to our main sponsor, Voyle & Co Realty, for helping us make this event possible.
Come on down to the Mahara Place mid-week MARKET which is on TODAY (Tuesday) from 9.30am until midday near the new library in Waikanae. Fresh Fruit & Veg, Plants, Seedlings and Fresh Flowers, Olive Oil, Sewing Crafts, Prenzel Products, The Rawleigh's Man, Bric-a-Brac, Books and lots lots … View moreCome on down to the Mahara Place mid-week MARKET which is on TODAY (Tuesday) from 9.30am until midday near the new library in Waikanae. Fresh Fruit & Veg, Plants, Seedlings and Fresh Flowers, Olive Oil, Sewing Crafts, Prenzel Products, The Rawleigh's Man, Bric-a-Brac, Books and lots lots more. Grab a coffee, lunch and visit the market and the local shops. See you there...SUPPORT LOCAL!!
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