Waikanae Beach, Waikanae

581 days ago

Art Nouveau Design Workshop, Waikanae

Morag from Morag Stokes Art Studio

A place has just opened up in my art workshop during which participants will develop a design in colour which is inspired by leading Art Nouveau designer Charles Rennie MacIntosh.

This workshop spans a weekend in May with all materials provided. It will look at some of the design elements in … View more
A place has just opened up in my art workshop during which participants will develop a design in colour which is inspired by leading Art Nouveau designer Charles Rennie MacIntosh.

This workshop spans a weekend in May with all materials provided. It will look at some of the design elements in the work of Charles Rennie MacIntosh, a Glasgow born architect, designer, artist and one of Scotland's most influential creative figures. We will view images of some of his works to identify the basic design elements he became famous for during the Art Nouveau period – a contrast between strong right angles and floral-inspired decorative motifs with subtle curves, elongated forms, flowing lines, restrained colour, symbolism, geometric patterns, and emphasis on the rectilinear.

You will play with those elements to make your own MacIntosh inspired designs. Everyone will have the opportunity to try out colour pencils, GOLDEN’s QoR watercolours, Fluid, High Flow and SoFlat paints on a variety of grounds. You can choose from Canson Drawing Paper, Bockingford Cold Pressed Watercolour paper or Hahnemuhle Acryl to develop your work.
Cost: $210
Location and Dates: This workshop will take place on Saturday May 20th from 10am – 4pm and Sunday May 21st 2023 from 10am – 3pm at Morag Stokes Art Studio, 14 Morepork Drive, Waikanae. Tel. 027 380 3282.
Materials:
• What is provided: A choice of pre-gessoed cartridge paper, watercolour paper or an Acryl surface for your main design, plus sketch paper, pens, pencils, scissors, shape templates, and a variety paints to choose from by GOLDEN (High Flow, SoFlat, Fluids, and QoR).
• What you need to bring - Just your lunch.
Lunch and refreshments: There will be a 50-minute lunch break on both days. Bring your own packed lunch or visit one of the cafes in Waikanae town, a few minutes’ drive from the studio. Tea, instant coffee and nibbles will be provided for you to help yourself to throughout the day.
How to register: You can register your place in this course, and receive payment details, by contacting Morag Stokes at jubileems@gmail.com or telephone 027 380 3282. Your place will be confirmed when payment in full is made.

581 days ago

Kei warewaretia tātou – lest we forget

The Team from Kāpiti Coast District Council

Please join us tomorrow alongside our local RSAs, serving and ex-serving personnel and their whānau in remembering the New Zealand and Australian soldiers who bravely served together for Aotearoa New Zealand. To find out more about ANZAC events in Kāpiti, visit www.kapiticoast.govt.nz...

Our … View more
Please join us tomorrow alongside our local RSAs, serving and ex-serving personnel and their whānau in remembering the New Zealand and Australian soldiers who bravely served together for Aotearoa New Zealand. To find out more about ANZAC events in Kāpiti, visit www.kapiticoast.govt.nz...

Our Council facilities' opening hours will look a little different on this day of remembrance – see our website for details www.kapiticoast.govt.nz...

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591 days ago

Bonus Friday Feathered Friend

Reporter Community News

Okay, it is not Friday but this picture by Rosa Marie is too good not to use.

"Spotted this black backed gull with what looks like some fish (or is it orange peel?) in his mouth on a lamp post. I had seen him dived down in the middle of the main road and grab it and luckily had my camera on… View more
Okay, it is not Friday but this picture by Rosa Marie is too good not to use.

"Spotted this black backed gull with what looks like some fish (or is it orange peel?) in his mouth on a lamp post. I had seen him dived down in the middle of the main road and grab it and luckily had my camera on me to take a shot or two."

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582 days ago

Get cosy with your whānau

EECA

Don't go old-school this winter and just throw on another jersey to beat the cold. You deserve to be truly comfortable in a warm, dry home without stressing about power bills.

Warmer Kiwi Homes is a government grant that offers 80% of the cost of ceiling and underfloor insulation, and up to… View more
Don't go old-school this winter and just throw on another jersey to beat the cold. You deserve to be truly comfortable in a warm, dry home without stressing about power bills.

Warmer Kiwi Homes is a government grant that offers 80% of the cost of ceiling and underfloor insulation, and up to 80% off an energy-efficient heater, like a heat pump.

And you may get it even cheaper than that - lots of community organisations offer extra funding to reduce the cost further.

Check your eligibility, or check for your whānau, at www.warmerkiwihomes.govt.nz
Find out more

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582 days ago

LEAF BLOWER. GARDEN COLT

Brian from Paraparaumu

Great condition with bag & shoulder sling, hardly used.

Price: $70

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582 days ago

LEAD LIGHT WINDOWS x 6

Brian from Paraparaumu

2 Small leadlight windows 480 x 300mm one loose glass piece. 4 x large 915 x 420mm frame total size 1070 x 525mm. one intact in frame, 3 others out of frames with one in many pieces.

Price: $100

582 days ago

Check out our Love Your Compost workshops now!

The Team from Kāpiti Coast District Council

Our autumn Love Your Compost workshops start 29 April – if you haven't had a chance to check these out yet, register now!

The workshops kick off with an introduction to composting, worm farms and Bokashi, with an opportunity to ask composting questions – a great introduction if … View more
Our autumn Love Your Compost workshops start 29 April – if you haven't had a chance to check these out yet, register now!

The workshops kick off with an introduction to composting, worm farms and Bokashi, with an opportunity to ask composting questions – a great introduction if you've wondered about composting but not quite been sure how to get started.

Composting's a great way to stop food and garden waste going to landfill, to create great fertiliser for your garden, and even to help protect our climate. There are many different ways to compost, and this workshop will help you find the right method for your household.

Register now on our website, at www.kapiticoast.govt.nz...

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583 days ago

Plastic Ducks for Sale

Bill Moffatt from Kapiti Pakeke Lions Club -1

Just the size for small children in the bath. We are offering them in lots of 5 ducks for a donation of at least $5 per lot. All proceeds go to a child centred charity.

Pick up in Paraparaumu
Please email billmoffatt30@gmail.com for instructions on where to pickup the ducks and pay the … View more
Just the size for small children in the bath. We are offering them in lots of 5 ducks for a donation of at least $5 per lot. All proceeds go to a child centred charity.

Pick up in Paraparaumu
Please email billmoffatt30@gmail.com for instructions on where to pickup the ducks and pay the donation

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583 days ago

Free Free 3 Seater Leather Couch Free Free

David from Waikanae Beach

Free 3 Seater Leather Couch in OK condition, 2 ends are recliners Free to a new home

Negotiable

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583 days ago

Free Free 3 Seater Leather Couch Free Free

David from Waikanae Beach

Free 3 Seater Leather Couch, in ok condition, 2 ends are recliners Free to a new home

Negotiable

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583 days ago

For sale

Rena from Paraparaumu

Air Purifier $250 ono. Unused.

Negotiable

583 days ago

Food Recall: Various Jabsons brand products

James from Waikanae

Jabsons brand Tandoori Roasted Chana, Tandoori Roasted Peanuts and Thai Sweet Chilli Roasted Peanuts

A B International Ltd has undertaken a consumer level recall of its Jabsons brand products due to the presence of an undeclared allergen (milk). People with a milk allergy or intolerance should … View more
Jabsons brand Tandoori Roasted Chana, Tandoori Roasted Peanuts and Thai Sweet Chilli Roasted Peanuts

A B International Ltd has undertaken a consumer level recall of its Jabsons brand products due to the presence of an undeclared allergen (milk). People with a milk allergy or intolerance should not consume these products. If you are not allergic or intolerant to milk, this recall does not affect you.

READ MORE: www.mpi.govt.nz...

583 days ago

Food Recall: Farro Kitchen brand Truffle Mac & Cheese

James from Waikanae

Farro Fresh Food Ltd is recalling specific batches of its Farro Kitchen brand Truffle Mac & Cheese as the product may contain foreign matter (stones and possible metal fragments). Affected product should not be consumed.

READ MORE: www.mpi.govt.nz...

583 days ago

Cardboard boxes for moving house

Sarah from Raumati Beach

Hi all,
Does anybody have cardboard boxes suitable for moving house, that I could have? I need them ASAP please!

Free

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583 days ago

Keep up to date on our sports grounds

The Team from Kāpiti Coast District Council

Our parks team are out daily monitoring the conditions of our 16 sports grounds. Sometimes we will close fields during the week if the weather is bad, but it’s all about protecting them from damage and giving them a better chance of being kept open for games on the weekend.

Want to stay on top… View more
Our parks team are out daily monitoring the conditions of our 16 sports grounds. Sometimes we will close fields during the week if the weather is bad, but it’s all about protecting them from damage and giving them a better chance of being kept open for games on the weekend.

Want to stay on top of our sports ground statuses? All weekday changes are updated on our website www.kapiticoast.govt.nz...

Or you can add your regular sports grounds on the Antenno app and be notified if the status of your local sports ground changes www.kapiticoast.govt.nz...

For weekend cancellations due to weather conditions, contact your sports club or association, or listen to Newstalk ZB cancellations.

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