REMINDER - THE WAIKANAE BEACH INDOOR MARKET IS ON THIS SUNDAY
Venue:- Waikanae Beach Community Hall,
Address:- 22 Rauparaha Street, Waikanae Beach
Date and Time:- Sunday 22 October 10am – 1pm
Enjoy a Sunday outing this Labour weekend with your family and include a visit to this great friendly Community Market which has highly talented stallholders showcasing a huge variety of quality items and GIFTS including:-
* Red Van - Plants, Vegetable Seedlings and Freshly cut Flowers
* Gold Medal Award winning local Olive Oil including Gift Packs
* Candles and Room Diffuses
* This Little Kiwi - Sauces, Prenzels, Dressings and Beverages etc.
* Preserves
* Meet the Local Author Mik Peryer (the "Waikanae Birdman") and view his many Children's Adventure Books
* Perrott Fish - Crochet Toys for the Kids
* Sewing Craft - lots & lots of choices including different styled bags, scarves, aprons etc. etc
* Pottery
* Jewellery
* Lino Cuts
* Towel Wraps
* Original Art - Meet the Artists
* Wooden Products - Breadboards etc.
* Garden Art
* A wide variety of Homewares including hand made quilts, pillow cases and cushions etc
* Junk for joy - Up-cycled, Repurposed and hand made items including furniture in a themed setting
*Much much more.
Escape the house, visit the market, pick up a bargain or maybe even an early Christmas gift, then enjoy the rest of the day at other events and attractions including lunch at one of our many local cafes.
Why not meet up with a friend or 2 and other family members and enjoy an outing at this great Kapiti Community Event. Don't miss it....Support local!!
Poll: Do you think banning gang patches is reasonable?
With the government cracking down on gangs, it is now illegal for gang members to display their insignia in public places whether through clothing or their property.
This means arrests can be made if these patches are worn in places like restaurants, shops, on public transport or ferries, and on airplanes. Arrests were made recently at a funeral.
Do you think this ban is reasonable?
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75.7% Yes
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22.9% No
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1.4% Other - I'll share below
What's your favourite recipe for courgettes?
Kia ora neighbours. If you've got a family recipe for courgettes, we'd love to see it and maybe publish it in our magazine. Send your recipe to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz, and if we use it in the mag, you will receive a free copy of our January 2025 issue.
Kapiti Coast Distilled: A Family and Friends' Foraged Gin
In an exciting development for local spirits enthusiasts, Elsewhere Gin has released a limited edition Kapiti expression that truly captures the essence of our coastal region.
This unique gin, priced at $95 per bottle, is the result of a heartwarming collaboration between Elsewhere Gin and Mark Rose's parents and their friends in Kapiti who embarked on a community foraging adventure, handpicking an array of native botanicals including kohekohe, kauri tips, strawberry guava, horopito, and kawakawa. These locally sourced ingredients were combined with classic gin botanicals, lemon, and rosemary to create a spirit that is both familiar and distinctly Kapiti.
The gin offers a sensory journey through our coastal landscape. It opens with subtle vanilla notes from the kohekohe, followed by the sweetness of strawberry guava. The addition of horopito lends a peppery kick, while kawakawa adds a unique herbal complexity. The finish showcases the zesty lemon and aromatic rosemary that grow abundantly in our region.
"This gin is a love letter to Kapiti," says Rose. "It's not just my creation, but a true community effort. Every sip tells a story of our unique ecosystem, our shared knowledge, and the incredible flavors we have right here in our backyard."
With only a small batch produced, this Kapiti gin is expected to sell out quickly. It's more than just a drink; it's a bottled experience of our local terroir and community spirit, perfect for those who appreciate the finer aspects of craft spirits and the beauty of our coastal home.
Available exclusively through Elsewhere Gin, please contact Michael Anderson for this limited edition gin that offers a rare opportunity to taste the Kapiti coast - and its community - in a glass.
Michael Anderson
021 620 065
Email; michael.anderson@xtra.co.nz
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