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29th March 2024

Government cuts see hike in public transport fares March 26, 2024 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… ...
World record tumbles for Devon Briggs in Rio March 24, 2024 Unstoppable kiwi athlete Devon Briggs has claimed the double whammy of a gold medal and a new World Record at the Para Cycling Track World… ...
Police enquiries made into Ōtaki fire March 24, 2024 Police say they are making enquiries following a bush fire in Ōtaki yesterday evening. Just before 5:20pm, Police were called to Marine Parade, near Rangiuru… ...
Kapiti Character on show March 23, 2024 Kiwi comedian Guy Williams visited Kapiti for his recent TV Show New Zealand Today which featured local character Dale Evans in his home at Paraparaumu… ...
MenzShed Kapiti in Monster Garage Sale March 21, 2024 Funds raised by MenzShed Kāpiti’s upcoming monster garage sale will help strengthen the social enterprise. Chair, Tony Annandale says this is the first big clearance… ...
UK folk-fusion duo Good Habits end tour in Kapiti March 17, 2024 Highly sought-after, UK folk-fusion duo Good Habits return to Aotearoa for their extensive “Quarter-Life” Album Tour, which has run from January and will culminate in… ...
Metlink’s Airport Express set to break 2023 patronage record March 17, 2024 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… ...
Kapiti Coast search for Missing Diver March 16, 2024 The search for a diver missing in the sea off Pātea has today been focused on the coastline between Peka Peka on the Kapiti Coast… ...
Kapiti Lions need a Den March 16, 2024 The Kāpiti Combined Lions Charity Book Fair has been a great fundraiser for Kapiti charities and causes for many years and now they need help… ...
Kapiti Man Found – Safe March 12, 2024 Police have reported that Nathan, a 34-year-old man, who was last seen at his home at Paraparaumu Beach on Monday 4 March has been found… ...

Greater Wellington reviewing councillor representation  March 11, 2024 Community views on whether Greater Wellington’s constituency arrangements are fair and effective are being sought to help inform Greater Wellington’s Representation Review.   The six-yearly review… ...
Kapiti Man Missing March 10, 2024 Police are appealing for any sightings of a Kapiti man reported missing in the Wellington Region. Nathan, a 34-year-old man, was last seen at his… ...
Police seek information after assault in Levin March 8, 2024 Horowhenua Police are seeking assistance from the public after an assault in Levin. Senior Sergeant Sam Gilpin says Police were alerted to an assault at… ...

Acclaimed pianist for Kapiti Concert March 7, 2024 Michael Houstoun, New Zealand’s most acclaimed pianist, returns to Waikanae for a concert on Saturday 23 March.  A regular contributor to Waikanae Music Society concert… ...
Council battery recycling trial extended to Ōtaki Library March 7, 2024 The success of a recycling trial for household batteries at Paraparaumu Library has prompted Kāpiti Council to extend the trial to Ōtaki. Waste projects manager… ...
Kapiti GAY – a year in review March 4, 2024 Tony Reed is the genial host of Kapiti G.A.Y., Coast Access Radio’s programme for gay people and their friends on the Kāpiti/Horowhenua Coast and beyond.… ...

Kāpiti Run for Youth is getting ready to deliver a fun walk or run (March 4, 2024) The Web Genius Kāpiti Run for Youth is on-track to deliver another super fun event on the beautiful Kāpiti coastline, Sunday 17th March 2024. So… ...
Shared path over Waikanae River taking shape (March 1, 2024) 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,… ...
High-risk toxic algae in Waikanae River at old State Highway 1  (February 28, 2024) Red alert level warnings for toxic algae are in place for the Waikanae River at the old State Highway 1, Kāpiti. Toxic algae, or cyanobacteria,… ...
Police release name of deceased Raumati woman (February 27, 2024) Police say they can now release the name of the woman who died at Raumati Beach on Thursday 15 February. "She was 79-year-old Ellen Ellis,… ...
Minimum Wage increase from 1 April 2024 (February 22, 2024) Kapiti employment recruitment company Star People is advising employers to have payment systems in place to meet the new minimum wage that starts on April… ...
Title Search vital in House sales (February 19, 2024) Often taken for granted, a Title Search on a property for sale can reveal mysteries, traps and the unexplained. When looking to buy or sell… ...
Police confirm death at Raumati Beach (February 17, 2024) Police say they can confirm a person has died following a water related incident off Raumati Beach, Kapiti Thursday evening. Police say Emergency services responded… ...
Suspected avian botulism cases in Waimanu Lagoons (February 16, 2024) A number of dead waterfowl have been removed from Waimanu Lagoons, Waikanae. It’s suspected that avaian botulism, a disease that causes paralysis and death in birds and… ...
Pay Cut for lowest earners (February 14, 2024) The news was all bad for minimum wage earners as Stats NZ show they have an effective pay cut. NZCTU President Richard Wagstaff is calling… ...
Kapiti celebrates International Women’s Day (February 13, 2024) Kapiti Women in Business are hosting guest Speaker Rosie Overcomer, as well as MC Catherine Scullin for this years International Women's Day Lunch on Friday… ...
Man arrested following car break-ins across Kapiti Coast (February 13, 2024) Police have arrested a 34-year-old man following a spate of car break-ins across the Kapiti Coast. A search warrant was executed and further enquiries following… ...
Body located Otaki Gorge (February 7, 2024) Detective Senior Sergeant Dave Thompson says a body has been located by members of the public while hunting in dense bush in the Otaki Gorge… ...
History Panels dedicated at Waikanae Estuary (January 31, 2024) By Michael Moore Wild, wet and blustery weather, couldn't dampen the spirits of those attending the dedication of the Waitangi interpretive panels at the Waikanae… ...
Rotorua visitors win Parkwood Kapiti Petanque Open Doubles (January 29, 2024) Marlene Barker reports The nationally ranked petanque doubles duo Alan Fletcher and Andre Noel from Rotorua triumphed at the hotly contested Parkwood Kapiti Open Doubles,… ...
Reikorangi Country Fair here to stay (January 28, 2024) Large crowds turned out on Sunday to enjoy the Reikorangi Country Fair. This was the genuine article for country fairs with pet parades, gumboot throwing,… ...
Reikorangi Country Fair – Sunday, all welcome (January 25, 2024) The Reikorangi Residents Association present the Country Fair, Sunday 28th January – be entertained with Music from 11:00 am, enjoy Devonshire Tea and a sausage,… ...
Waikanae Bridge protest calls for action (January 22, 2024) Otaki 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 (January 21, 2024) By KCNews reporters Kapiti 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 (January 19, 2024) 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… ...
Kids Market 1st anniversary a huge success (January 19, 2024) The first anniversary of the Otaki Kids Market in January 2024 was a huge success, boasting over 50 stalls operated by 80 enthusiastic tamariki and… ...