StoryWalk Launches with Kapiti Libraries December 9, 2023 Celebrate the opening of Kāpiti Coast District Libraries’ new StoryWalk®, featuring ‘A Bird Tail Tale’ written by Jill Drew and illustrated by artists from Kāpiti Art Studio. The… ...
Kate Hartmann – Arts Review Open Award recipient ‘surprised and honoured’ November 23, 2023 Waikanae artist Kate Hartmann says she was surprised and honoured to receive the ArotakeToi - Mahara Arts Review Open Award, one of four announced at… ...
Kāpiti Chorale presents Christus Natus Est November 8, 2023 The Kāpiti Chorale, a renowned local choral ensemble, is set to bring the gift of music to the community with their upcoming concert, Christus Natus… ...
Cabinet art coming to your neighbourhood November 6, 2023 Horowhenua residents can now enjoy more beautiful works of art on their streets with the addition of another new Chorus mural by a local artist,… ...
Mahara Arts Review award winners announced November 5, 2023 Congratulations to the recipients of the Arotake Toi | Mahara Arts Review Awards 2023 For her superb piece Marking Time the Toi MAHARA Open Award,… ...
Raumati Beach’s ever-changing moods captured in painting series October 30, 2023 Raumati artist Tania Dally’s latest series of 12 abstract paintings, on display during the upcoming Kapiti Art Trail, is inspired by the scenes she encounters… ...
Kāpiti District Gallery – the realisation of lofty goals (October 29, 2023) A large crowd, fine weather and a carnival atmosphere combined to create a memorable reopening for Kapiti’s district public art gallery, Toi MAHARA. The redevelopment… ...
Artist Darcy Nicholas accepts Toi MAHARA appointment (October 24, 2023) Distinguished contemporary Māori artist and arts administrator Darcy Nicholas, who recentlyreceived the Tauranga Moana Award for enduring artistic contribution, has accepted aninvitation to become Patron… ...
Books Books and more Books for Kapiti (October 13, 2023) The Kāpiti Combined Lions Charity Book Fair is back this weekend with a bigger selection of books than ever before. There are books on every… ...
Director’s Q&A Frances Hodgkins – Anything but a Still Life – Shoreline Cinema (October 12, 2023) Join director Blandine Massiet du Biest for this exclusive screening of her debut feature, Frances Hodgkins, Anything but a Still Life. The two special screenings… ...
The Kilns choose First Resident Potter (October 12, 2023) Mixed media artist Adrienne Riseley will be the first Resident Potter at The Kilns at Te Horo. Adrienne, who originates from Lower Hutt has lived… ...
Kapiti hears Blitz Kids (September 26, 2023) During World War II while Bristol suffered terrible bombings, 18,000 children were separated from their families. Despite the efforts of authorities, more than half of… ...
Ōtaki’s Mini-Moguls Market (September 22, 2023) The upcoming Ōtaki Kids Market, set for Sunday, 8th October from 10 am to 2 pm, promises a unique gathering that celebrates the entrepreneurial spirit… ...
Kapiti gets the Art of Quilting (September 16, 2023) Kapiti’s growing reputation as a haven for the arts is enhanced this weekend with the staging of a Quilting exhibition at Southwards featuring local and… ...
Art inspired by nature – Waiorua Gallery on Kāpiti Island joins the Art Trail (August 31, 2023) Kāpiti Island is the iconic island which lends it name to the Kāpiti Coast, a short drive north of Wellington. It’s best known as a… ...
Little Mermaid making a Splash (August 23, 2023) Hundreds have already seen the highly acclaimed production of The Little Mermaid at Southwards Theatre and Director Linda Buckley says there are still some seats… ...
The Little Mermaid – Coasters Musical Theatre – ‘a delight’ (August 18, 2023) Reviewed by Andrew London I’m pretty sure old Sir Len was smiling down on Southwards last night when Coasters Musical Theatre’s production of Disney’s oceanic… ...
The Little Mermaid takes Stage in Kapiti (August 18, 2023) Get ready to dive into an enchanting underwater world as the captivating theatre production of Disney's "The Little Mermaid" makes its way to Kapiti. The… ...
Deadline approaching for Chorus and Kapiti Coast art initiative (August 14, 2023) This is the final call for Kapiti Coast artists to showcase their artistic talents through Chorus’ CabinetArt programme.Chorus, in partnership with the Kapiti Coast District… ...
Kāpiti Sunsets Calendar 2024: Capturing Beauty, Supporting Hospice (August 14, 2023) The Kāpiti community has rallied, raising nearly $35,000 for the Mary Potter Hospice through the Kāpiti Sunsets Calendar initiative. Calendar Boys, Murray Short and Barney… ...
Ākarana Piano Quartet in Waikanae (August 10, 2023) The Waikanae Music Society’s August concert, on Sunday 20 August at 2.30pm, features a newly formed ensemble, but one with some familiar and highly regarded… ...
Death of Kapiti artist and poet (August 10, 2023) Tribute by Julie Webb-Pullman Mercedes Jean Webb-Pullman, who died on 29 July aged 73, became a significant literary presence in New Zealand, most well-known for… ...
Precious taonga showcased in Te Kura ā Rohe (August 10, 2023) Evoking taonga inspired by our rohe have been brought together in the Māpuna Kabinet Art Gallery, in Foxton’s Te Awahou Nieuwe Stroom. Te Kura ā… ...
Kapiti Morning Show with Catherine Scullin (August 6, 2023) Catherine Scullin hosts the popular Morning Show on Coast Access Radio 104.7FM on Wednesday mornings and says she is excited about bringing more culturally diverse… ...
New Toi MAHARA identity for Kāpiti Coast District Gallery (August 3, 2023) Kāpiti Coast’s District Public Art Gallery, MAHARA, is introducing a new visual identity to coincide with the redevelopment of the gallery building. Mahara Gallery Trust… ...
The Chorus Art Programme is back in Horowhenua (August 3, 2023) Chorus has an opportunity for local artists to showcase their talents with the return of its Cabinet Art Programme in partnership with Horowhenua District Council.… ...
