Matariki and School Holiday fun at Kapiti’s Nga Manu June 25, 2026 Matariki is a wonderful time for tamariki and whānau to connect with nature, reflect on the year gone by and celebrate together.Ngā Manu has some… ...
Kapiti Libraries going cash-free June 24, 2026 Going cash-free is the next step in the development of contemporary library services for Kāpiti. Siren Deluxe, Manager Libraries, says this is an exciting year for… ...
New Classrooms for Paraparaumu College June 23, 2026 Local MP Tim Costley and Education Minister Erica Stanford today announced $10 million to deliver new classrooms across the lower North Island, taking the total… ...
Hard choices ahead: Mayor asks Kāpiti to help set priorities June 23, 2026 Kāpiti Coast Mayor Janet Holborow says it’s time for an honest conversation about what Council should prioritise as it prepares its next Long-term Plan (LTP). Kapiti Mayor Janet Holborow Mayor… ...
Police seek help finding missing teenager last seen Paraparaumu June 14, 2026 Police are asking for the public’s help to find 14-year-old Deziah, who has been reported missing from the Wellington area. Deziah was last seen near… ...
Kapiti Coast offers range of Dog exercise areas June 3, 2026 Got a pup who loves to run and play?There are heaps of places across the coast for your doggos to get out and explore – whether… ...
Connecting Kāpiti youth with meaningful local jobs May 29, 2026 Kate Causer is one of 30 young people from across the Kāpiti Coast District enjoying new careers thanks to Council’s Mayor’s Taskforce for Jobs (MTFJ)… ...
For two weeks Toi MAHARA has a blank canvas to play with May 26, 2026 For the second year, Toi MAHARA’s main gallery space will be a ‘blank canvas’ offering a range of unique art, music and community events from… ...
Books Aloud on Coast Access Radio May 23, 2026 Kapiti Coast Access Radio show Books Aloud is a show embracing local, national and international authors. In each episode hosts bring you an excerpt from… ...Community Collaboration Celebrated at Ngā Manu (May 22, 2026) Ngā Manu Nature Reserve officially unveiled its new Visitor Centre mural recently, celebrating a community collaboration that brought together local rangatahi, mana whenua, artists, Council… ...
Combined Lions Clubs of Kapiti Annual Book Fair (May 18, 2026) Books, books, and more books... that is the offer on this Saturday (May 23) at the giant Combined Lions Clubs of Kapiti Book Fair. This… ...
Kapiti initiative levo shortlisted for The Post Gold Awards (May 16, 2026) Kāpiti Youth Support (KYS), has been named a finalist in the 2026 The Post Gold Awards for levo, an outcomes measurement model they designed and… ...
Kapiti Run for Youth raises record amount (May 4, 2026) This year’s Web Genius Kāpiti Run for Youth fundraising efforts of individuals, teams and business sponsors raised a record breaking $32,000. Richard Calkin, the Founder… ...
Raumati Beach clean up (April 22, 2026) On a moody-sky day in the first week of the school holidays, a group of Kapiti College students, staff and community members helped clean up… ...
Kāpiti Coast District ANZAC Day Services 2026 (April 22, 2026) Lest we forget. Please join a service in honouring the ANZAC spirit on Saturday 25 April as we remember all who have served New Zealand… ...
Car Rides with Sports Stars at Kapiti Concert (April 10, 2026) Local legend Angelo Robinson Kids will get a chance to ride with sports stars in classic cars ahead of the matinee performance of the Kapiti… ...
Wizard of Oz comes to Kapiti (April 3, 2026) Performance group Pantaloons are bring a production of the Wizard of Oz to Kapiti. The Wizard of Oz will be performed on at Te Raukura… ...
Plenty for Kids at Variety Concert at Southwards (April 2, 2026) Alongside the 7pm concert at Southwards Theatre, Paraparaumu on Wednesday April 15, featuring the return to Kapiti of renowned singer Tina Cross and her new… ...
Kapiti Tattoo & Arts Festival Thrives as a Cultural and Economic Highlight on the Coast (March 22, 2026) The Kapiti Tattoo & Arts Festival has firmly established itself as an annual major event on the Kapiti Coast, drawing thousands of art and tattoo… ...
Kite Fest Otaki – ready to soar (March 9, 2026) With a warm wind forecast, the iconic Ōtaki Kite Festival promises two unforgettable days of giant kites, family fun, and live entertainment by the sea.… ...
ExerciseNZ CEO Slams Removal of Physical Activity Benefit by Southern Cross (March 3, 2026) Exercise New Zealand has criticised the decision by Southern Cross Health Society to remove its physical activity reimbursement from member policies, saying it removes one… ...
Kapiti children offered Free healthcare (March 3, 2026) The Kāpiti Children’s Homeopathy Clinic is offering parents free natural healthcare for their children at its monthly charity clinic. The clinic offers consultations by registered… ...
CubaDupa Unveils Full Lineup for 28–29 (February 27, 2026) The Wellington Region’s beloved street festival, CubaDupa, has announced its full lineup for 2026, confirming a wave of artists set to transform the Cuba Precinct… ...
Paekakariki’s Jack McDonald takes on new leadership role with PSA (February 23, 2026) The Public Service Association Te Pūkenga Here Tikanga Mahi says it is pleased to announce the appointment of Jack McDonald (Te Whakatōhea, Taranaki Iwi, Te… ...
Kāpiti Run for Youth open for entries (February 23, 2026) The Web Genius Kāpiti Run for Youth sign up is open for the event taking place on Sunday 29th March 2026 to raise funds and… ...
Kapiti Coffee & Cars draws crowd to Southwards (February 10, 2026) Kapiti's Coffee & Cars, back for Season 8 at Southward Car Museum continues to draw large crowds. On Saturday hundreds of locals and visitors turned… ...
Frankie Elliott – Te Horo to Hollywood (February 9, 2026) Frankie Elliott is an emerging talent from Kapiti who has just released her first soulful single ‘Rich Man’ on Spotify. Frankie, 19, from Otaki, says… ...
Paraparaumu Library transforms Play Space (February 2, 2026) The children’s area at Paraparaumu Library has been transformed into a vibrant, welcoming Library Play space designed especially for tamariki and whānau. The children’s literature… ...
Winner announced from Kapiti Rotary Trailer Raffle (December 23, 2025) The Rotary Club of Kapiti spent months filling up this year’s trailer with goodies and treats for all – from a TV to bikes for… ...