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This week we kicked off our month-long housing survey to help build a case for change.
While there’s plenty of anecdotal evidence of current and emerging housing and social needs in Kāpiti, we need a stronger information base to support future discussions with Government and help Council, iwi … View moreThis week we kicked off our month-long housing survey to help build a case for change.
While there’s plenty of anecdotal evidence of current and emerging housing and social needs in Kāpiti, we need a stronger information base to support future discussions with Government and help Council, iwi and others to respond.
The survey is part of a wider needs assessment to determine housing and social requirements, examine their nature and causes, and set priorities for future action. While Council is leading this important mahi, in partnership with iwi, the assessment will be a resource for the entire community as we work collaboratively to address the housing stress in Kāpiti.
Take the anoymous survey and learn more on the link below OR pick up a copy from your local library or Council service centre.
Survey closes 5pm Friday 10 December 2021.
Make words that have meaning to you and your family, or decorate a child’s room with their name for some handcrafted love using Resene paint.
Find out how to create your own.
Buy any orange Resene testpot 60 ml at your local Resene owned ColorShop in November 2021 and Resene will donate $1 to Arthritis New Zealand!
The more orange testpots you buy, the more will be donated. Offer applies to all retail purchases of Resene orange testpots (includes metallics and wood … View moreBuy any orange Resene testpot 60 ml at your local Resene owned ColorShop in November 2021 and Resene will donate $1 to Arthritis New Zealand!
The more orange testpots you buy, the more will be donated. Offer applies to all retail purchases of Resene orange testpots (includes metallics and wood stains) at Resene owned ColorShops.
Help us help our fellow kiwis.
Kiwis simply need good internet! We all want to avoid buffering of doom and zoom meetings freezing but when it comes to switching your broadband plan or provider, it can be overwhelming with so many to choose from. Broadband Compare can help you!
NZ Compare CEO Gavin Male spoke to TV Three’s, … View moreKiwis simply need good internet! We all want to avoid buffering of doom and zoom meetings freezing but when it comes to switching your broadband plan or provider, it can be overwhelming with so many to choose from. Broadband Compare can help you!
NZ Compare CEO Gavin Male spoke to TV Three’s, The AM Show about broadband connectivity in NZ, the cost of broadband and how prices have fallen, and connectivity improved. Check out the clip here.
Visit Broadband Compare to get yourself a better deal. Our service is free, we’re Kiwis helping Kiwis compare what’s out there across Power, Broadband and Money.
Books, a poppit, tub of slime, box of glass marbles and a "My first year" photo frame that is 10 years too late in being used!
Make me an offer. All proceeds go to augment said child's pocket money.
Collect from smokefree home in Paraparaumu.
Hi all - Does anyone have a random pile of these interlock bricks taking up space that need a new home. Any colour or texture. We need so many its a bit daunting, so happy to take any you have off your hands $$$negotiable
"Having a will in place means your family knows exactly what to do when you pass away. They can feel at ease knowing they are carrying out your final wishes the way you wanted." Kiran Prasad Principal Trustee in Wellington. Kiran had a chat with Stuff recently about the importance of … View more"Having a will in place means your family knows exactly what to do when you pass away. They can feel at ease knowing they are carrying out your final wishes the way you wanted." Kiran Prasad Principal Trustee in Wellington. Kiran had a chat with Stuff recently about the importance of sorting a will, especially when your circumstances change or at a key life stages. Check out the article in the link below.
Loneliness is a growing issue for Kiwis of all ages. But the good news is, that it is solvable!
The NZ Coalition to End Loneliness is running a ‘Light up loneliness’ campaign this month to raise awareness and encourage action on loneliness across Aotearoa.
The New Zealand Coalition to … View moreLoneliness is a growing issue for Kiwis of all ages. But the good news is, that it is solvable!
The NZ Coalition to End Loneliness is running a ‘Light up loneliness’ campaign this month to raise awareness and encourage action on loneliness across Aotearoa.
The New Zealand Coalition to End Loneliness is a growing group of non-profit organisations, businesses and researchers working together to end loneliness for individuals, in communities, and at workplaces in New Zealand.
They are now calling on Local Government to help them “Light up loneliness”.
“Imagine if every Mayor and Council across New Zealand helped promote the “Lets End Loneliness” website and made tackling loneliness a priority, using their own local community resources,” says Stephanie Clare, Age Concern New Zealand Chief Executive.
“It would be a gamechanger. Taking this issue out of the shadows, reducing the stigma and shame, and giving it light is the aim of the campaign” she says.
Social connection is a key factor for healthy, prosperous people, communities, and workplaces, but loneliness in New Zealand is increasing. In the March 2021 quarter 18.4% of New Zealanders felt lonely most, all or some of the time, up from 16.6% in 2018, and 13.9% in 2014.
“Many of us have experienced loneliness at some time in our lives and we know that feels horrible, but it can be addressed and solved. Together we can end loneliness for New Zealanders who feel isolated” says Sam Johnson, Founder and Chief Executive of Student Volunteer Army.
The letsendloneliness.co.nz website provides information on tackling loneliness and where to get help, as well as up-to-date news and research.
“The website is designed as a source of information which also links people to support services. We challenge every Local Council in New Zealand to create a link on their own websites to letsendloneliness.co.nz” says Sam Johnson.
The recent COVID-19 lockdown highlights that everyone can feel isolated and lonely. Catherine Hall, Chief Executive of Alzheimers New Zealand believes everyone should feel safe, supported, loved, and connected.
“Sadly, people often find family, whānau and friends take a step back just when they need them most. We stand alongside our coalition partners and with all New Zealanders, to make sure no one feels alone.”
Help light up loneliness! The campaign is not just for councils. Anyone can create a link to the letsendloneliness.co.nz or post a mention through social media channels to support the ‘Light up loneliness’ campaign.
Together we can end loneliness, one person, one community, one workplace at a time.
Tune in at 9.30am for the livestream of today's Council meeting. 🎥
Councillors will discuss:
-the Representation Review final proposal
-notice of motion on the free fares on public transport campaign (being coordinated by the Aotearoa Collective for Public Transport Equity).
Watch the … View moreTune in at 9.30am for the livestream of today's Council meeting. 🎥
Councillors will discuss:
-the Representation Review final proposal
-notice of motion on the free fares on public transport campaign (being coordinated by the Aotearoa Collective for Public Transport Equity).
Watch the livestream from the link below.
Well folks, as promised when I said Watch This Space here is what has been organised for happenings around the Homeless in Kapiti-Otaki to do. Unfortunately, Rome was not built in a day so a lot of work has gone into these events. First up is the Petition/Call for action
* The Petition/Call For … View moreWell folks, as promised when I said Watch This Space here is what has been organised for happenings around the Homeless in Kapiti-Otaki to do. Unfortunately, Rome was not built in a day so a lot of work has gone into these events. First up is the Petition/Call for action
* The Petition/Call For Action is now available in Otaki at Maoriland and will be available at the Otaki Library sometime today. Either myself or someone else will circulate to other places in Otaki and those places will be mentioned here where that will be. I will be circulating it in Paraparaumu Beach today and further places in Paraparaumu tomorrow. Waikanae will have places available for it later today. Places of interest where I would like to circulate it to are Paekakariki and all areas in Raumati and that will start from tomorrow also unless someone is keen to meet up with me and have the Petition/Call For Action available in their vicinity
* Put this date in your diary for the Hikoi to raise awareness of the critical situation of Homelessness. 4 December gathering in Paraparaumu Beach at 1.30 pm and setting off at 2.00 pm to the area between Kapiti Library and KCDC building. Did you know this area is called the Speakers Corner (further details coming later today or tomorrow)
* Available now is a survey to be completed anonymously at this link
haveyoursay.kapiticoast.govt.nz...
My 15 year old son is looking for some work over the school holidays. He is studying to be a plumber and ideally would love to learn more about the trade by doing some work experience over the Christmas break. He's a good worker, reliable and willing to learn. Prefer something local but will … View moreMy 15 year old son is looking for some work over the school holidays. He is studying to be a plumber and ideally would love to learn more about the trade by doing some work experience over the Christmas break. He's a good worker, reliable and willing to learn. Prefer something local but will consider all options.
Each year our breast health nurses travel around New Zealand in our iconic Pink Caravan, to talk about mammograms, offer advice about checking your breasts, healthy lifestyles and family risk. Our nurses have valuable advice about symptoms, treatments, support groups and post-surgery options.
The… View moreEach year our breast health nurses travel around New Zealand in our iconic Pink Caravan, to talk about mammograms, offer advice about checking your breasts, healthy lifestyles and family risk. Our nurses have valuable advice about symptoms, treatments, support groups and post-surgery options.
The breast care nurses have visual and hands-on displays of breast cancer symptoms that most women won’t have seen before, and will use prosthetic breasts to show what a lump feels like. We are currently touring the Porirua and Wellington regions with the Pink Caravan.
Our breast nurses would love to have a chat to you, so check out where the Caravan is headed and when it comes to a town near you, pop in and say hi.
- On 15 November, our team of breast care nurses will park the Pink caravan in Paraparaumu for the day at Coastlands Shopping centre (Coastlands Shoppingtown Ltd, State Highway 1, Paraparaumu)
- On 16 November, our team of breast care nurses will park the Pink caravan in Otaki for the day at New World (155-163 Main Highway, Ōtaki).
More information at www.breastcancerfoundation.org.nz...
There’s growing concern about increasing housing and social needs of our district, so we’re taking an in-depth look at what’s happening, and what’s likely to happen as our district continues to grow. To see more about this and to fill in the survey anonymously click on this link
… View moreThere’s growing concern about increasing housing and social needs of our district, so we’re taking an in-depth look at what’s happening, and what’s likely to happen as our district continues to grow. To see more about this and to fill in the survey anonymously click on this link
haveyoursay.kapiticoast.govt.nz...
It is little blue penguin/kororā time so please remember to look out for them near the beach and to keep your dog under control.
These little guys nest along our southern beach at Paekākāriki, between Beach Road and Fisherman’s Table, from November to March.
If you find a sick or injured … View moreIt is little blue penguin/kororā time so please remember to look out for them near the beach and to keep your dog under control.
These little guys nest along our southern beach at Paekākāriki, between Beach Road and Fisherman’s Table, from November to March.
If you find a sick or injured penguin, please call our friends at the Department of Conservation on 0800 DOC HOT (0800 362 468).
In this spring edition we’re looking at ways to promote being kind to yourself – both physically and mentally.
Learn yoga poses from Ryman resident and yoga lover Lynette. Brighten up your garden while enjoying some fresh air, with tips from landscaping guru Matt.
We all know that food … View moreIn this spring edition we’re looking at ways to promote being kind to yourself – both physically and mentally.
Learn yoga poses from Ryman resident and yoga lover Lynette. Brighten up your garden while enjoying some fresh air, with tips from landscaping guru Matt.
We all know that food brings people together, so follow Manu’s guide to creating the most delicious platter to share with your friends and whānau.
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