Paraparaumu Beach, Paraparaumu

1303 days ago

5 small artworks

Ken from Waikanae

Free to a good home 100% original

Free

1308 days ago

Who needs a plant doctor?

Reporter Homed

UPDATE: Thank you for all your questions. We're picking the best to send off to the houseplant doctor from Kings Plant Barn and the answers will be published in an article on Homed soon.

Are your houseplants looking worse for wear? The experts at Kings Plant Barn would love to help. Send us … View more
UPDATE: Thank you for all your questions. We're picking the best to send off to the houseplant doctor from Kings Plant Barn and the answers will be published in an article on Homed soon.

Are your houseplants looking worse for wear? The experts at Kings Plant Barn would love to help. Send us your houseplant questions and problems to homed@stuff.co.nz, or leave them in the comments, for the houseplant doctor to diagnose. Pictures are encouraged.

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1303 days ago

THE LIONS CLUB OF KAPITI YOUTH SPORTS GRANTS

Andrew Laing from The Lions Club of Kapiti

THE LIONS CLUB OF KAPITI YOUTH SPORTS GRANTS
The Lions Club of Kapiti is offering two $1000 grants, to assist two young sportspersons to further their sporting aspirations and skills.

The Grants are available to applicants between 14 and 20 years of age as at December 2020. “The applicants … View more
THE LIONS CLUB OF KAPITI YOUTH SPORTS GRANTS
The Lions Club of Kapiti is offering two $1000 grants, to assist two young sportspersons to further their sporting aspirations and skills.

The Grants are available to applicants between 14 and 20 years of age as at December 2020. “The applicants must be residents in the Kapiti District (Paekakariki to Otaki inclusive). However, Horowhenua sportspersons who have represented the Kapiti area are also eligible.

“The main criteria is that applicants are already competing at a national or international level. I advise applicants to consult the entry guidelines on the website early in order the give their referees sufficient time to prepare supporting material.”

Applications must be submitted on the official form and follow the guidelines set out in the website which are accessed from President.kapiti@lionsclubs.org.nz

Closing date for applications is Friday April 30

Enquiries to Joe Franklin on 0276600374 or jalway1036@gmail.com

1304 days ago

Join CABK for a free lunch and talk about Employment Law

Sue from Waikanae

On Saturday 20th March at 11.00am Citizens Advice Bureau Kapiti is hosting a lunch and talk by Moira Grey from Porirua Kapiti Community Law Centre about being work ready in New Zealand, your rights, responsibilities, visas, what you can expect in an employment contract -

If you are new to New … View more
On Saturday 20th March at 11.00am Citizens Advice Bureau Kapiti is hosting a lunch and talk by Moira Grey from Porirua Kapiti Community Law Centre about being work ready in New Zealand, your rights, responsibilities, visas, what you can expect in an employment contract -

If you are new to New Zealand and would like to ask Moira questions about employment and visa issues, you are warmly invited to lunch in the Rimu Room upstairs in Coastlands Shoppingtown at 11.00am -

And if you know somebody who needs this kind of help, please pass the information about this workshop and Q&A to them as well :)

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1304 days ago

Kapiti Christmas Parade 2021

Lynette from Waikanae

Posted on behalf of our Parade Director Bernadette Brown
Kia ora koutou

Tonight's Christmas Parade meeting has been CANCELLED!

After a lengthy discussion with the Refinery, we have agreed that cancelling tonight's meeting is the right thing to do, to protect both the Refinery and the … View more
Posted on behalf of our Parade Director Bernadette Brown
Kia ora koutou

Tonight's Christmas Parade meeting has been CANCELLED!

After a lengthy discussion with the Refinery, we have agreed that cancelling tonight's meeting is the right thing to do, to protect both the Refinery and the Community.

We will re-group and arrange another date once we are on the other side of Alert Level 2. We may have to resort to an online meeting.

In the meantime, I'd like like to set up a 'Parade' sub-committee for those who have put their hands up to organise the ACTUAL EVENTS OF THE DAY; working out who will be involved, how to get them involved, order of appearance etc. There is a lot to do and I'm very conscious that time will suddenly get away on us. A number of you have expressed interest in being involved in that part. It would be good to get you all together, even in the form of a group chat or online meeting, to start formulating a plan and figuring out the workstreams involved (then we'll make sure you have all of the help you need to make them all happen)

I'll share this notice on the other community pages too.

Thanks all for your continued support

PS: We welcome anyone who would like to help. The Petone Parade has 100 crew. Looks like we will end up having similar numbers. Please make contact if you can help in any way. We are actively seeking a Secretary for the monthly Trust Meetings. Thanks Lynette, Chair.

Mauri ora

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1304 days ago

Kapiti Christmas Parade 2021

Lynette from Waikanae

DID YOU CATCH UP WITH THIS NOTICE??
TOMORROW EVENING

Kia ora koutou

Happy new year!!

It's time to ramp things up on the Parade front. There is lots to do and only 9 months to do it in.

Next meeting will be next Tuesday, 02 March, 7.30pm in the meeting room at the Refinery (Kapiti … View more
DID YOU CATCH UP WITH THIS NOTICE??
TOMORROW EVENING

Kia ora koutou

Happy new year!!

It's time to ramp things up on the Parade front. There is lots to do and only 9 months to do it in.

Next meeting will be next Tuesday, 02 March, 7.30pm in the meeting room at the Refinery (Kapiti Lights)

If you can't come along but still want to be involved, please let us know.

There is no obligation to buy any food or drink at the Refinery, although you are more than welcome to if you wish

I'll be putting a notice on the community pages tonight too. Feel free to share those notices

See you all Tuesday 2nd evening TOMORROW

1307 days ago

The Gateway decision, as seen by cartoonist Andy.

Alan from Raumati Beach

The Colossus Of Kapiti At Gateway To The Island.

Kapiti and Karori cartoonist Andy looks at the Gateway decision...

More -- bit.ly...

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1305 days ago

Libraries, ‘The Beating Heart Of Community’ – Mandy Hager

Alan from Raumati Beach

Raumati author Mandy Hager says: 'Over the past week, we’ve seen Wellington’s mayor and some councillors vote to undermine the city’s public library, leading a call for the privatisation of half the building and a 40% reduction in book buying budgets." More -- bit.ly...

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1305 days ago
1305 days ago

Red Office Chair

Graeme from Waikanae

This Buro brand office chair is very comfortable and has three adjustment levers to ensure height ,tilt and back angle can suit all needs. Great for home office needs.
In good condition and need to sell because of down sizing.
$38

Negotiable

1305 days ago

Wellington region under restricted fire season

Neighbourly.co.nz

A restricted fire season is in place for Wellington, with people requiring a fire permit if they wish to light an outdoor fire.

The prohibited fire season came into effect at 9am Monday and covers multiple areas in the region. If you are in Wairarapa/Tararua distrcict then a PROHIBITED fire … View more
A restricted fire season is in place for Wellington, with people requiring a fire permit if they wish to light an outdoor fire.

The prohibited fire season came into effect at 9am Monday and covers multiple areas in the region. If you are in Wairarapa/Tararua distrcict then a PROHIBITED fire season still remains.

Principal Rural Fire Officer Craig Cottrill says permit holders should follow the instructions provided carefully.

"The dry vegetation acts as fuel for a wildfire, meaning if a wildfire did start it could spread very quickly... We’ve seen this with a few vegetation fires in the area recently, including one in Makara earlier this month where firefighters and helicopters worked hard over two days to put it out," he says.

What you need to know:
- The restrictions cover the following areas: Kāpiti Coast, Porirua, Wellington City and the Hutt Valley.
- You cannot light an outdoor fire unless you have a permit.
- Gas and charcoal barbecues are permitted.
- Individuals that operate heavy machinery are advised to exercise caution when out in dry terrain. Fire crews advise to undertake work in cooler temperatures and in minimal wind.

To find out more about outdoor fire safety, please go to Fire and Emergency New Zealand's (FENZ) website by clicking the button below.

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1305 days ago

Celebrate Community - March 1st to 31st 🎂

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

This month is all about bringing your community together and having a great time! We want March to be all about celebrating the connections we have while making new ones along the way. As we all know, what makes a neighbourhood great isn’t the houses and cars, gardens and streets - it’s the … View moreThis month is all about bringing your community together and having a great time! We want March to be all about celebrating the connections we have while making new ones along the way. As we all know, what makes a neighbourhood great isn’t the houses and cars, gardens and streets - it’s the people who share their presence and aroha with each other.

A wonderful way to take part is to participate in Neighbours Day Aotearoa which takes place from 20 - 30th March. This year’s theme is ‘The Great Plant Swap’ - as an easy way for our neighbourhoods to grow stronger together. If you’re hosting an event, make sure to register it on their website: neighboursday.org.nz/join-in

Show us how you’re celebrating community this month by tagging us in your social media posts or emailing us your photos, videos, or experiences to: info@neighbourhoodsupport.co.nz

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1305 days ago

Ōtaki Gorge Rd closes for three months

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

Ōtaki Gorge Rd will be closed for about three months, while work at the intersection of State Highway 1 is carried out.
A detour would send traffic down Hautere Cross Rd, School Rd, and the new Te Hori Beach Road overbridge, leaving residents concerned about safety.
Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency… View more
Ōtaki Gorge Rd will be closed for about three months, while work at the intersection of State Highway 1 is carried out.
A detour would send traffic down Hautere Cross Rd, School Rd, and the new Te Hori Beach Road overbridge, leaving residents concerned about safety.
Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency announced the works earlier this week, part of a new bypass of Ōtaki with an estimated construction cost of $405 million, up from the reported $330 million in August last year.
Local residents have said it will turn a five minute drive to the supermarket into a 20 minute trip.

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1305 days ago

Toxic algae in Otaki River.

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

Swimmers are being advised to stay out of the Otaki River from Hautere to the coast, due to toxic algae.
Dogs should be kept on leads away from the water, and children should be supervised.
If you have been in contact with toxic algae and are feeling unwell see you doctor or ring Healthline 0800 … View more
Swimmers are being advised to stay out of the Otaki River from Hautere to the coast, due to toxic algae.
Dogs should be kept on leads away from the water, and children should be supervised.
If you have been in contact with toxic algae and are feeling unwell see you doctor or ring Healthline 0800 611 116. If you think your dog has swallowed toxic algae, take it to the nearest vet immediately.

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1305 days ago

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