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Canada geese using a Kāpiti lake as a toilet have been told to Flock Off.
More than 200 geese have been calling Awatea Lake home, depositing up to 400 kilograms a day of poo into the lake.
A lack of action from the Kāpiti Coast District Council has infuriated some locals, resulting in a petition … View moreCanada geese using a Kāpiti lake as a toilet have been told to Flock Off.
More than 200 geese have been calling Awatea Lake home, depositing up to 400 kilograms a day of poo into the lake.
A lack of action from the Kāpiti Coast District Council has infuriated some locals, resulting in a petition calling on the council to get rid of the birds.
The council recently responded by announcing it was trialing a bird repellent, Flock Off, as a short-term option, as it looks for a permanent solution.
Do you think Flock Off will work?
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 moreUPDATE: 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.
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 moreTHE 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
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 moreOn 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 :)
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 morePosted 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
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 moreDID 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
The Colossus Of Kapiti At Gateway To The Island.
Kapiti and Karori cartoonist Andy looks at the Gateway decision...
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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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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 moreA 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.
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
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 moreŌtaki 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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