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If you're looking for something to keep your tamariki entertained this Saturday, we've got you covered with two of our popular summer events back for 2024. 👇🏼👇🏼👇🏼
🐲 Lunar New Year Celebration at Paraparaumu Library – 10 February, 10.30am–2pm
Join our Kāpiti … View moreIf you're looking for something to keep your tamariki entertained this Saturday, we've got you covered with two of our popular summer events back for 2024. 👇🏼👇🏼👇🏼
🐲 Lunar New Year Celebration at Paraparaumu Library – 10 February, 10.30am–2pm
Join our Kāpiti Coast District Libraries team at this FREE, whānau-friendly event, with arts and crafts, live music, and a chance to learn more about Lunar New Year traditions. They'll also be hosting a dragon parade and dance from Coastlands Shoppingtown over to the library.
💦 Back to School Water Fight at Waikanae Pools – 10 February, 1–4pm
Bring your own water pistols or use our bucket filled with wet sponges and take on your family and friends, our lifeguards, and event staff! Usual pool charges apply.
To find out more about these events, and other ways you can experience Kāpiti this summer, visit www.kapitisummer.nz...
Depending on the weather, which doesn't look very promising, we will be bringing the following to the markets this weekend: Zucchini (limited numbers but more coming on), Cucumbers, Capsicum (red, yellow, orange and purple), spring onions, chives and large basil plants. Also some potted colour… View moreDepending on the weather, which doesn't look very promising, we will be bringing the following to the markets this weekend: Zucchini (limited numbers but more coming on), Cucumbers, Capsicum (red, yellow, orange and purple), spring onions, chives and large basil plants. Also some potted colour to fill in those gaps in the flower garden.
Single sided step ladder in good condition other than some paint blotches. 4 steps 1.5m high
Looking for some serious fun in 2024? Why not try bridge, the card game that is enjoyed by all ages across the world? It could be the best game you’ll ever play.
Otaki Bridge Club begins its 2024 lessons on 6 March. Over 12 evenings, tutors Sheridyn Evans and Claudia Duncan will introduce … View moreLooking for some serious fun in 2024? Why not try bridge, the card game that is enjoyed by all ages across the world? It could be the best game you’ll ever play.
Otaki Bridge Club begins its 2024 lessons on 6 March. Over 12 evenings, tutors Sheridyn Evans and Claudia Duncan will introduce beginners and returning players to the strategy, logic and fun of bridge.
The lessons cost $65, which includes booklet, club membership for the rest of 2024 and table fees for your first three playing sessions at the club.
Up for the challenge at our friendly club? Contact club secretary Claudia Duncan ( 021885514 ) Or see our website: Otakibridge@outlook.com.
MenzShed Kapiti has the following cladding materials for sale - prices negotiable.
5mm Rab board 1200 x2750 (3) x1800 (7)
5mm Hardiflex (5)
Seretone panel white 1200 x 2400 (1) & x2700 (1)
Vilaboard panel 2400 x 1200 (1)
Message me to arrange inspection.
Makeover a stool with Resene paints and reuse as a table or organiser. Find out how to rejuvenate your old furniture with these easy step by step instructions.
My workshop programme for this year is starting up again this week. I have a couple of places available in this one in April if you'd like to challenge yourself to what might be a new drawing or painting experience for you.
Does anyone have a bird feeder they don’t need and could donate to the kids playground area. Rose 022 466 3099
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Do you often shop at one of the winning stores or brands?
An invitation to help us celebrate the book launch of 'Memories of the Royal Family - A Kiwi Collection' on:
• Friday 23rd February
• 10.30-12noon
• Ocean Rd. Community Centre, Paraparaumu Beach
This captivating treasure trove of stories, anecdotes and musings, written in … View moreAn invitation to help us celebrate the book launch of 'Memories of the Royal Family - A Kiwi Collection' on:
• Friday 23rd February
• 10.30-12noon
• Ocean Rd. Community Centre, Paraparaumu Beach
This captivating treasure trove of stories, anecdotes and musings, written in association with our local Write Your Story Community contains intimate family photos, memorabilia, and original newspaper cuttings lovingly preserved by the contributors. Let's come together on the day to be a part of the magic and celebrate the power of local voices! Everyone is welcome.
Copies of this book can be purchased at the event, from Books and Co. Ōtaki, or from online bookstores.
#BookLaunch #CommunityStories #memoriesforlife #funtimes #communitymatters
WHERE:- Waikanae Beach Community Hall
22 Rauparaha St, Waikanae Beach
WHEN:- Sunday 11 February 10am- 1pm
Enjoy a day out on the Kapiti Coast with your Valentine and visit this great Community Market which has highly talented stallholders showcasing a huge variety of … View moreWHERE:- Waikanae Beach Community Hall
22 Rauparaha St, Waikanae Beach
WHEN:- Sunday 11 February 10am- 1pm
Enjoy a day out on the Kapiti Coast with your Valentine and visit this great Community Market which has highly talented stallholders showcasing a huge variety of quality, reasonably priced items including:
- Jaylons Bakery - Yummy baking treats, Biscuits & Loaves including Keto & Gluten Free items
- Red Van - Plants, Seedlings, Freshly cut Flowers, Blueberries and Avocados
- Gold Medal Award winning local Olive Oil including Gift Packs
- This Little Kiwi - Sauces, Dressings, Prenzel Products and Beverages etc.
- Preserves
- Lino Cuts
- Painted Tiles
- Meet the Local Author Mik Peryer (the "Waikanae Birdman") and view his many Children's Adventure Books
- Perrott Fish - Crochet Toys for the Kids
- Sewing Craft - lots & lots of choices including different styled bags, scarves, aprons etc
- Beautiful Pottery
- Jewellery
- Original Art - Meet the artist
- Garden Art including Mosaic pieces
- A wide variety of Homewares including hand made quilts, pillow cases and cushions etc
- Junk for joy - Up-cycled, Repurposed and hand made items including lots of great Gift ideas
- Much much more.
Why not escape the house, visit the market, pick up a bargain or a gift, then enjoy the rest of the day in Kāpiti at other events and attractions including maybe a visit to one of our beautiful beaches and cafes.
Enjoy a family day out or meet up with a friend or 2 and enjoy an outing at this great friendly Kapiti Community Event. Don't miss it....Support local!
I've got a few strips 200-300mm wide and 2m+ long, plus heaps of smaller, randomly shaped pieces of varying size.
GIB Standard 10mm.
Perfect for patch-up jobs. Collect from Paraparaumu.
The following, issued this morning is very relevant to our future. It was always said we should wait until the Queen died, well that is now!
6 February 2024
MEDIA RELEASE: TE TIRITI AND A NEW ZEALAND REPUBLIC GO HAND IN HAND
“This week and for the rest of the year there will be a … View moreThe following, issued this morning is very relevant to our future. It was always said we should wait until the Queen died, well that is now!
6 February 2024
MEDIA RELEASE: TE TIRITI AND A NEW ZEALAND REPUBLIC GO HAND IN HAND
“This week and for the rest of the year there will be a great deal of discussion about the treaty and its importance in our national culture and our constitution,” said Lewis Holden, Campaign Chair of New Zealand Republic, Kia Mana Motuhake a Aotearoa.
“If anyone in New Zealand thinks achieving a Kiwi Head of State and becoming a republic somehow sidesteps or decreases the importance or relevance of the Treaty, they are very much mistaken. The Treaty and a republic go hand in hand. The Treaty is here to stay and we should be proud of our work to make its promise a reality.”
In 1840 the British Queen was a figurehead symbolising the power of the British Parliament and its Empire. The treaty obligations have long since passed to the New Zealand Crown. It has been New Zealanders together, Maori and non-Maori together, who have embarked on this partnership to right the wrongs and address the mistakes of the past.
That work must carry on and removing the King and replacing the Governor-General with a democratic Kiwi Head of State would help bring the Te Tiriti home and make it clear that we are all in this together.
Becoming a republic is a logical and necessary step in Aotearoa's development. To have a New Zealander as Head of State would make us finally and fully an independent sovereign state.
ENDS
New Zealand Republic
New Zealand Republic Incorporated, PO Box 87 430, Meadowbank, Auckland, Aotearoa New Zealand
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