110km/h – NZTA plans to increase speed on Kapiti Expressway
The NZ Transport Agency (NZTA) will begin consultation this month on raising speed limits for the Kāpiti Expressway to 110km/h. “Boosting economic growth and productivity […]
Transport
Easter Road Deaths – police urge extra care
Inspector Craig McKay is urging drivers to show extra caution driving over the Easter weekend following a series of fatality and serious injury accidents. “We […]
Government cuts see hike in public transport fares
Fare changes are coming soon for passengers aged 24 and under, following the government’s decision to withdraw funding for age-based concessions. Adding to a cost-of-living […]
Metlink’s Airport Express set to break 2023 patronage record
Eight months since Metlink’s Airport Express exceeded forecast demand, latest patronage figures indicate a new record is poised to be set. 364,191 trips were recorded on […]
Shared path over Waikanae River taking shape
This week contractors completed four of five crane lifts at the Waikanae Bridge on old State Highway 1. The clip-ons, made of lightweight composite materials, […]
Man arrested following car break-ins across Kapiti Coast
Police have arrested a 34-year-old man following a spate of car break-ins across the Kāpiti Coast. A search warrant was executed and further enquiries following […]
Waikanae Bridge protest calls for action
Ōtaki MP Tim Costley addressed a crowd protesting the closure of the southern lane across the Waikanae Bridge which is planned to be in place […]
Kapiti says no to Clip On traffic Chaos
By KCNews reporters Kāpiti Coasters have had a hectic time of it over the last few years with major disruptions from roadworks and the saga […]
Cops nail burnout hoons
Four people have had their vehicles seized by police after burnout incidents in the Ōtaki area. Each of the four had their vehicle impounded for […]
Excuses, excuses: New Police campaign no laughing matter
When it comes to speeding our Highway Patrol officers have heard it all, literally. From stuck jandals to stressed out dogs, lead foot motorists have […]