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How do you want to see Kāpiti grow over the next 30 years?
Kāpiti’s expected growth over the next 30 years will see a need for about extra 14,000 homes as it makes room for at least 32,000 more people.
The council is suggesting more high rise buildings.
Tell us what you think and if you do not … View moreHow do you want to see Kāpiti grow over the next 30 years?
Kāpiti’s expected growth over the next 30 years will see a need for about extra 14,000 homes as it makes room for at least 32,000 more people.
The council is suggesting more high rise buildings.
Tell us what you think and if you do not want your commentsused on Stuff, please put NFP.
Get in quick, there's only a few days to go in our Local Likes competition. Nominate your favourite local business by telling your neighbours why they're best in their field and be in the draw to win a $50 voucher to go and spend with them. Get in quick, this ends Sunday!
… View moreGet in quick, there's only a few days to go in our Local Likes competition. Nominate your favourite local business by telling your neighbours why they're best in their field and be in the draw to win a $50 voucher to go and spend with them. Get in quick, this ends Sunday!
Share your business shout-out now.
SPECIAL SCREENING of Briar Grace-Smith's film 'COUSINS'
at Te Raukura ki Kāpiti
Saturday 23 October, 5pm
Based on the 1992 novel of the same name by Patricia Grace, the film follows the journeys of three cousins in their lifelong search for each other. “Cousins is a story … View moreSPECIAL SCREENING of Briar Grace-Smith's film 'COUSINS'
at Te Raukura ki Kāpiti
Saturday 23 October, 5pm
Based on the 1992 novel of the same name by Patricia Grace, the film follows the journeys of three cousins in their lifelong search for each other. “Cousins is a story about strength and resilience, touching on epic events in the history of Aotearoa ... however, at its heart it is an intimate story, about the theft of a child and her family's lifelong quest to bring her back home to her people," says Grace-Smith.
This is a one-off, final-push fundraiser for our building redevelopment project. All proceeds from ticket sales will go toward this project.
The event will be held under Covid levels one or two, with social distancing and Covid safety measures in place. Tickets may therefore be limited, so booking is essential. Bar service will be available and a refreshment is included in the ticket price.
TICKETS: $30 - available through Eventfinda online; by calling 0800 BUY TIX (0800 289 849); or at the Coastlands Information Desk.
Thanks to Te Raukura ki Kāpiti for their support.
Fresh pine mulch ,sold by the trailer load, pick up from Valley road Paraparaumu, $40 per standard trailer ,
Mahara Gallery is moving offsite while the building undergoes a much-needed redevelopment.
We're holding a Community Open Day, Saturday 30 October, 10am till 1pm to farewell the old building and celebrate our exciting future.
Come along to learn about the gallery's history, its … View moreMahara Gallery is moving offsite while the building undergoes a much-needed redevelopment.
We're holding a Community Open Day, Saturday 30 October, 10am till 1pm to farewell the old building and celebrate our exciting future.
Come along to learn about the gallery's history, its upgrade and our interim plans.
You'll be able to help make the final artwork in the gallery, which will be created by you sharing your memories of Mahara.
Join the rest of the motu on October 28 by taking part in our national earthquake drill and tsunami hīkoi, ShakeOut. Signing up only takes 2 minutes and when you do, you’ll be entered to win a personal emergency grab bag or civil defence wheelie bin kit from NZ Civil Defence.
ShakeOut takes … View moreJoin the rest of the motu on October 28 by taking part in our national earthquake drill and tsunami hīkoi, ShakeOut. Signing up only takes 2 minutes and when you do, you’ll be entered to win a personal emergency grab bag or civil defence wheelie bin kit from NZ Civil Defence.
ShakeOut takes place around the world to remind people of the right action to take during an earthquake:
DROP - down on your hands and knees. This protects you from falling but lets you move if you need to.
COVER - your head and neck (or entire body if possible) under a sturdy table or desk (if it is within a few steps of you). If there is no shelter nearby, cover your head and neck with your arms and hands.
HOLD - on to your shelter (or your position to protect your head and neck) until the shaking stops. If the shaking shifts your shelter around, move with it.
Head to www.shakeout.govt.nz... to sign up today and get involved!
The Kapiti Pakeke Lions Club are running their usual playhouse raffle with a closing date of 12 February 2022. First prize is the playhouse, second prize a 30 minute scenic flight and third prize is a Kitchen Wiz. Go to kapitipakekelions.org.nz... to purchase your tickets online.
Tickets will … View moreThe Kapiti Pakeke Lions Club are running their usual playhouse raffle with a closing date of 12 February 2022. First prize is the playhouse, second prize a 30 minute scenic flight and third prize is a Kitchen Wiz. Go to kapitipakekelions.org.nz... to purchase your tickets online.
Tickets will also be available at this years book fair at Waikanae Memorial Hall on 16/17 October 2021
Paekākāriki Remembers the Marines
On Saturday 30th October and Sunday 31st October @ St Peters Village Hall.
Come along and view displays and photos showing the Wellington area in the 1940s.
Open 11am – 4 pm
Saturday will also have 3 presentations
1. 2 pm Birnie Duthie. The talk briefly … View morePaekākāriki Remembers the Marines
On Saturday 30th October and Sunday 31st October @ St Peters Village Hall.
Come along and view displays and photos showing the Wellington area in the 1940s.
Open 11am – 4 pm
Saturday will also have 3 presentations
1. 2 pm Birnie Duthie. The talk briefly describes Kiribati and outlines the distinct '5 Worlds' experienced by the VSA volunteers ranging from: our workplace; the islet of Betio; the atoll of Tarawa; the wider lens of Kiribati; and finally the geopolitical situation.
2. 2-45pm Peter Carter will give a talk about his grandfather who was the Commander of the marines in Camp Paekakariki – Col Cornelius P. Van Ness
3. 3-30pm Larry Keim will speak on the importance of the Marines’ role in Kapiti’s history as he is currently Chairman of the New Zealand American Association and a member of the Kapiti United States Marines Trust.
Also visit Queen Elizabeth Park, Mackay’s Crossing
11am to 3pm, View films and displays in Ramaroa Park Centre. View US Marines Memorial.
See how Marines lived in a restored camp hut.
The Interislander and Bluebridge ferry companies have cancelled multiple sailings as severe weather rolls through the Wellington and the Top of the South today.
Wellington is bracing for heavy swells of up to 6 metres as a front bringing heavy rain and gales makes its way up the country.
… View moreThe Interislander and Bluebridge ferry companies have cancelled multiple sailings as severe weather rolls through the Wellington and the Top of the South today.
Wellington is bracing for heavy swells of up to 6 metres as a front bringing heavy rain and gales makes its way up the country.
Metservice warned big waves were recorded on the capital's South Coast and Eastbourne. Wellington Region Emergency Management Office had reported that debris had already washed up along the coast as of 10:30.
All Interislander Services between Picton and Wellington today have been cancelled, with today's Bluebridge sailings cancelled and tomorrow's early morning services also scratched.
To keep up to date with the latest weather updates, visit the Metservice Warnings page.
The Kapiti Pakeke Lions Club are running their usual playhouse raffle with a closing date of 12 February 2022. First prize is the playhouse, second prize a 30 minute scenic flight and third prize is a Kitchen Wiz. Go to kapitipakekelions.org.nz... to purchase your tickets online.
Tickets will also… View moreThe Kapiti Pakeke Lions Club are running their usual playhouse raffle with a closing date of 12 February 2022. First prize is the playhouse, second prize a 30 minute scenic flight and third prize is a Kitchen Wiz. Go to kapitipakekelions.org.nz... to purchase your tickets online.
Tickets will also be available at this years book fair at Waikanae Memorial Hall on 16/17 October 2021
Free from Paraparaumu , must be picked up. Large amount of broken up concrete slab & pavers.
Social housing provider after 2 bedroom chairs and 2 dressing tables good clean please .
Knowing your way around a BBQ is one thing, but turning that talent into a business is another skill altogether. Rum & Cue is an award-winning meat rub side-hustle that’s just been taken full-time - here’s their story
Head to Digital Boost today (for free) and before long you, too, could… View moreKnowing your way around a BBQ is one thing, but turning that talent into a business is another skill altogether. Rum & Cue is an award-winning meat rub side-hustle that’s just been taken full-time - here’s their story
Head to Digital Boost today (for free) and before long you, too, could be transforming a weekend passion into the business of your dreams.
October 8, 2021
Forty-thousands of books for sale!
Much to Lions’ relief, 40,000 donated books will be taken out of storage on October 14 and set up in the Waikanae Memorial Hall in readiness for the 24th consecutive Lions Monster Bookfair on Saturday and Sunday, the 16th and 17th October.
… View moreOctober 8, 2021
Forty-thousands of books for sale!
Much to Lions’ relief, 40,000 donated books will be taken out of storage on October 14 and set up in the Waikanae Memorial Hall in readiness for the 24th consecutive Lions Monster Bookfair on Saturday and Sunday, the 16th and 17th October.
Project manager Peter Cresswell said months of work is nearing its end for Lions after uncertainty as to whether Covid19 restrictions may have forced a cancellation.
“So, it is with a huge sigh of relief that we are able to proceed although under Level 2 conditions. We will be using the usual large Waikanae Memorial hall’s main room plus the smaller room normally used for priced books. There will be door controls to maintain the 100-person limits and as customer depart, more will be allowed in. Face masks must be worn and there will be fewer tables to allow for the required health distancing.
In spite of the Covid restrictions we hope once again to raise close to $40,000 for Kapiti’s needy organisations. This could bring the total raised by the Bookfair since its inception, to more than three-quarters of a million dollars!
The two days of the Combined Lions Monster Bookfair usually sees people from throughout the region congregating, even before the doors open at 8am on the Saturday. “As always the range and quantity of books for sale is ‘mind-blowing’ and there are titles to suit everyone.”
The Bookfair is all for great causes, says Cresswell. “The money raised will go the Special Olympics Kapiti, Birthright Kapiti, Kapiti Women’s Refuge, Whale Song Kapiti Coast, Wellington Children’s Hospital Playground Project, Paraparumu Foodbank and the Cancer Society.”
Release prepared by Joe Franklin 04 902 2495 or 027 6600374
jalway1036@gmail.com
Enquiries, Peter Cresswell on 04 9042699
"Hi there my name is Lulu or Bridie Lu. I am a sweet dog looking for my forever home. I am looking for a very special home that can understand my quirks and needs. A home that can help me thrive and be the best companion I can be. My ideal home would be one that has had previous large dog … View more"Hi there my name is Lulu or Bridie Lu. I am a sweet dog looking for my forever home. I am looking for a very special home that can understand my quirks and needs. A home that can help me thrive and be the best companion I can be. My ideal home would be one that has had previous large dog experience and or greyhound. I walk beautifully on a lead but in saying that I would need a home that can handle me as I can be strong when I want. I have had a fair amount of training from my previous home but there is always room for more growth. I am super smart and a lover of all yummy foods so will pick up new things very quickly. I can be shy when meeting new people so I would love a quiet patient home that can read when I am not comfortable. A home with no children. I could live with an older settled male dog but in saying this I am used to having my own space. I am not suited to a home with cats or any small animals."
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