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Police will be highly visible across Wellington city from today with extra police staff redeployed from across the country, ahead of anticipated protest activity heading to Parliament grounds tomorrow.
We know that over the past few days several groups have been moving across the country in … View morePolice will be highly visible across Wellington city from today with extra police staff redeployed from across the country, ahead of anticipated protest activity heading to Parliament grounds tomorrow.
We know that over the past few days several groups have been moving across the country in support of a variety of protest causes, most of which are planning to end at Parliament grounds tomorrow.
Police will have a clearer picture of the numbers involved later today as protest groups move closer to Wellington.
Our planning for this has been underway for several weeks, and we are now well placed to respond to a number of, and range of, scenarios. Last year’s Parliamentary occupation provided some helpful learnings for us as an organisation.
Staff numbers have been boosted across all shifts in the district for next two days with more than 80 staff specifically trained in Public Order Policing mobilised to support Wellington district staff.
The focus for Police this week has been on talking to local residents and businesses as well as local iwi and agencies across the government sector.
Road closures are now in place around Parliament, with Molesworth Street and neighbouring streets closed, or operating with restricted access. Parliament has been deemed a no-fly zone, which also prohibits drones.
Our focus has been on ensuring buses and trains are able to operate as normal, and that disruption for local residents and businesses is minimal.
For those coming to march and protest at Parliament, we respect people’s right to demonstrate peacefully in support of their cause, but we are prepared to take enforcement action if it stops being peaceful.
We will have a very low tolerance for any structures being set up on the grounds, and we do have the ability to mobilise additional staff quickly if required. Tow trucks will be on stand-by in the city.
There may be some incidents on which we will need follow up as enquiries later.
To that end, we are keen to have the public’s assistance – to help be our eyes and ears, particularly on Lambton Quay, during the march to Parliament. We will likely want to see any video footage of unlawful activity, and people can report this through 105. But we are also asking that people don’t intervene or compromise their own safety.
It is an important part of our democracy that we preserve people’s right to protest. In the end, our hope is that people come to our city, to have their say on Parliament grounds, and then to leave peacefully.
Indoor Market Day
It’s getting close to that time of year folks! Saturday 14 October, 9.00am - 2.00pm, 27a Elizabeth Street, Waikanae (over the railway line). Items for sale include embroidery, spinning, knitting, weaving, paintings, cards, fresh produce, plants, baking and raffles. Come along … View moreIndoor Market Day
It’s getting close to that time of year folks! Saturday 14 October, 9.00am - 2.00pm, 27a Elizabeth Street, Waikanae (over the railway line). Items for sale include embroidery, spinning, knitting, weaving, paintings, cards, fresh produce, plants, baking and raffles. Come along and be spoilt for choice.
We are so excited to welcome Bernie McKendrey, the new owner of Fibre Flair in Waikanae. We’ve always had a good relationship with Fibre Flair and Bernie is determined to provide Kapiti with a one-stop shop for crafters. With her past experience and the shelves filling up fast, our continued … View moreWe are so excited to welcome Bernie McKendrey, the new owner of Fibre Flair in Waikanae. We’ve always had a good relationship with Fibre Flair and Bernie is determined to provide Kapiti with a one-stop shop for crafters. With her past experience and the shelves filling up fast, our continued association with Fibre Flair can only help both organisations build up a great crafting community. Beginners classes (beginning October) are being set up. They are agents for Pfaff, Ashford and Magacraft. Pop in and see them!
💨 It sure has been windy this week! Our Operations and Arboriculture teams have been kept busy responding to storm debris and damage in our open spaces and parks.
This week we'll be trimming the large macrocarpa tree in Te Atiawa Park playground, beside the BMX track, to reduce its … View more💨 It sure has been windy this week! Our Operations and Arboriculture teams have been kept busy responding to storm debris and damage in our open spaces and parks.
This week we'll be trimming the large macrocarpa tree in Te Atiawa Park playground, beside the BMX track, to reduce its height and the risk of windthrow. The BMX track and playground will be closed Friday 29 September, 8am–4.30pm for this important mahi.
Our teams will also be clearing away storm debris on Friday at Wesley Knight dog park on Ocean Road, Paraparaumu Beach.
Ngā mihi for your patience while we complete this work. If you see anything like this that you think needs our attention, you can log a service request through our FREE Antenno app 👉🏼 www.kapiticoast.govt.nz...
We can all appreciate a good family cat but cats aren't known for toeing the line. New Zealand currently has no national cat management plan, allowing domestic and stray cats to roam and breed as they please. This can lead to the death of native species, not to mention … View moreWe can all appreciate a good family cat but cats aren't known for toeing the line. New Zealand currently has no national cat management plan, allowing domestic and stray cats to roam and breed as they please. This can lead to the death of native species, not to mention creating nuisance for neighbours. Do you think some laws should be in place for our feline friends?
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Every issue of NZ Gardener is … View moreSubscribe to NZ Gardener this month and receive a Free Earths Botanics Gardeners Hand Cream worth $24 thanks to Matakana Botanicals. It’s hand cream made by gardeners, for gardeners. This offer is only available until October 1, so get in quick. T&Cs apply.
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🚧Heads up motorists – road works are coming to Kāpiti Rd. From Sunday 1 October we’ll be renewing the surface between Arawhata and Rimu roads as the surface is deteriorating and to keep it safe for all users it needs to be fixed.
This work is expected to take up to 10 days and there will… View more🚧Heads up motorists – road works are coming to Kāpiti Rd. From Sunday 1 October we’ll be renewing the surface between Arawhata and Rimu roads as the surface is deteriorating and to keep it safe for all users it needs to be fixed.
This work is expected to take up to 10 days and there will be some disruption and as work progresses there will be changes to the road layout – please take care and follow the guidance of traffic management.
Ngā mihi for your patience while we get this essential work done, especially with all the road projects in the area.
The National party assures us that their proposed tax cuts are funded in a way that is not inflationary. But according to a number of economists, the income streams they are counting on to fund the tax cuts do not exist. National will have to cut core services.
Tax cuts are inherently … View moreThe National party assures us that their proposed tax cuts are funded in a way that is not inflationary. But according to a number of economists, the income streams they are counting on to fund the tax cuts do not exist. National will have to cut core services.
Tax cuts are inherently inflationary. Once the tax cuts are realized, National has no control over how the money is spent. As the money supply increases, that is the amount of money in circulation, inflationary pressures arise. Not only do National not have the money to fund their proposed tax cuts, any gains to the taxpayer will be quickly given back by rising inflation. And cuts to core services may mean that things like access to health care are adversely affected. Whether the tax cuts are funded in a non-inflationary way or not is irrelevant. The real inflationary pressure occurs when the money is spent. National has no control over that.
Poor old Adrienne Orr must be tearing his hair out listening to Christopher Luxon and Nicola Willis. For all their right wing think tank expertise, they appear to have a scant understanding of monetary policy. As one former Secretary to the Treasury once commented to me;
"If only politicians understood the basics of Economics 101, we would be a lot better off". These tax cuts would not make the country better off.
The Kāpiti Coast District Council's annual residents’ opinion survey showed residents are disgruntled, especially around the condition of local roads, how the council spends money and conducts public consultation.
Although the possibility of seriously heavy rain predicted by the orange watch failed to arrive, there were a couple of hours of good steady rain from 7.00 am, Saturday that delivered around 20 mm, which would have been very welcome by many on a dry Kapiti Coast. A second drizzly front mid … View moreAlthough the possibility of seriously heavy rain predicted by the orange watch failed to arrive, there were a couple of hours of good steady rain from 7.00 am, Saturday that delivered around 20 mm, which would have been very welcome by many on a dry Kapiti Coast. A second drizzly front mid afternoon/evening produced another 13 mm.
Despite the switch to summer time, and the equinox last evening when the sun crossed the equator to our hemisphere, the next few weeks are renowned for their unsettled, windy weather, so it's not a good time to travel.
A heart-healthy diet doesn't have to mean you give up dessert entirely. Our chocolate brownie is deliciously rich, easy to make and sure to be a hit for the entire whānau. Try it for yourself today!
THE LIONS CLUB OF KAPITI - Invitation
The next meeting of The Lions Club of Kapiti is to be held on Tuesday 2 October at the Ocean Road Community Centre (Formerly The Senior Citizens Hall) in Ocean Road.
We will be having a meal ($26.00 per head) and listening to Our Speaker, Cheryl Murray … View moreTHE LIONS CLUB OF KAPITI - Invitation
The next meeting of The Lions Club of Kapiti is to be held on Tuesday 2 October at the Ocean Road Community Centre (Formerly The Senior Citizens Hall) in Ocean Road.
We will be having a meal ($26.00 per head) and listening to Our Speaker, Cheryl Murray talking about the Neighbourhood support initiative.
This will be followed by a “brief” business session.
We meet at 6.00pm for a 6.30pm meal and we finish at about 8.30pm.
If you would like to attend and meet members of the club and also observe what we are about please advise Andrew Laing at andthel@outlook.com by Midday on Friday 29 September so we can confirm catering numbers.
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Our Waka Kori play trailer is popping up again these school holidays with our first FREE event happening Tuesday from 10am to 12 midday, at Ōtaki Memorial Hall. 🌟
Come along to our other dates too 👇🏼👇🏼👇🏼
🌟 Thursday 28 September, Maclean Park, Paraparaumu Beach (weather … View moreOur Waka Kori play trailer is popping up again these school holidays with our first FREE event happening Tuesday from 10am to 12 midday, at Ōtaki Memorial Hall. 🌟
Come along to our other dates too 👇🏼👇🏼👇🏼
🌟 Thursday 28 September, Maclean Park, Paraparaumu Beach (weather depending)
🏰 Tuesday 3 October, Tennis Court Road Reserve, Raumati South
💡 Thursday 5 October, Waikanae Park, Waikanae.
Whether your kids need a good run around, or a nice cosy indoor play session, we have something for everyone. For the full list of our events these holidays at our libraries, pools and more, visit 👉🏼 www.kapiticoast.govt.nz...
National has decided to undergo a major rebrand. They no longer state that poor people drink only Raro. Instead they now advise that they' re eating seaweed, in line with Christopher Luxon's description of people on low incomes as "bottom-feeders".
Great to see they're … View moreNational has decided to undergo a major rebrand. They no longer state that poor people drink only Raro. Instead they now advise that they' re eating seaweed, in line with Christopher Luxon's description of people on low incomes as "bottom-feeders".
Great to see they're doing the healthy options.
(but will it stop them despising people who are poor, disabled, sick, unemployed etc. We doubt it...)
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