Kāpiti Award winners announced

Congratulations to the Wellington Airport Regional Community Award Winners for Kāpiti that were announced this week.
The Supreme Award went to Guardians of the Kāpiti Marine Reserve. Their passionate volunteers promote the conservation and protection of the Kāpiti Marine Reserve and surrounding environment. The Reserve is home to abundant sea life including blue moki, kingfish, seals and dolphins, along with top Dive Spots including the Hole-in-the-Wall underwater archway.

Art & Culture
Winner – Kāpiti Womens Choir
Runner Up – Ōtaki Historical Society Inc

Education & Child / Youth Development
Winner – Paraparaumu College SEAR Action Group
Runner Up – Kāpiti Youth Support One Stop

Health & Wellbeing
Winner – Ōtaki Women’s Community Club
Runner Up – Waikanae Cameo Society Incorporated

Heritage & Environment
Winner – Guardians of the Kāpiti Marine Reserve
Runner Up – Energise Ōtaki

Sport & Leisure
Winner – Kāpiti Basketball Association & Hoop Club Kāpiti
Runner Up – Ōtaki Taekwondo Club

Rising Star
Winner – Coastella
Runner Up – Arms of Angels

Winning groups now move through to the Regional Award finals in late October.