New regional plan strengthens ability to manage emergencies July 5, 2026 The Wellington Region Civil Defence Emergency Management (CDEM) Group Plan 2026–2031 takes effect from today, setting a new direction for how the region prepares for,… ...
Police step in for person sleeping rough in Kapiti June 29, 2026 Appalling weather conditions and high public interest appear to have prompted agencies to finally assist a homeless woman away from what has been her 'home'… ...
Homeless and sleeping rough in Kapiti – no response from MSD June 26, 2026 Tonight is very cold and raining. A nice night to be inside a warm house. Not a good night to be sleeping on the side… ...
Regional Council rates a balancing act June 25, 2026 Greater Wellington councillors approved the 2026/27 Annual Plan today, agreeing to continue essential regional services while limiting the average regional rates increase to 9.7%. The per annum average regional rates increase for residential rates… ...
Grey Power reaffirms commitment to Universal Super June 24, 2026 Grey Power New Zealand is reaffirming its long-standing support for universal New Zealand Superannuation (NZS), followingrecent comments from Labour leader Chris Hipkins indicating openness to… ...
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… ...
ELECTRA Trustees voted back in June 14, 2026 The three successful candidates in the recent election for Electra Trustees are all returning to positions previously held. Russell Longuet Sharon Crosbie, Russell Longuet, and… ...Should Kapiti merge with other councils? have your say (June 14, 2026) Under the proposed changes regional councils like Greater Wellington will no longer exist and instead there will be larger combined councils. Kapiti Council says the… ...
Porirua leaders mourn councillor Mike Duncan (June 14, 2026) Porirua councillors are paying tribute to Mike Duncan, of Tītahi Bay, who has died suddenly after serving on Porirua City Council since 2016. Duncan’s death… ...
Air Chathams takes off from Kapiti Coast (June 9, 2026) Air Chathams says it is suspending all air services for the Kapiti Coast effective from 31 July this year. Kāpiti Coast Mayor Janet Holborow says… ...
Kapiti Mayor says local voice must not be lost in council shake-up (June 2, 2026) Kāpiti Coast Mayor Janet Holborow says local decision-making must not be lost as the Government pushes councils to reshape how services are delivered. The Government… ...
Bill drawn to recognise humanitarian and disaster relief service (May 29, 2026) Ōtaki MP Tim Costley’s member’s bill, recently drawn from the ballot, would establish a new national medal recognising New Zealanders who serve in humanitarian and disaster… ...
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)… ...
Sophie Handford says Budget 2026 Fails to Deliver for Kapiti Families (May 28, 2026) Labour’s candidate for Kapiti, Sophie Handford, says Nicola Willis’ Budget 2026 has failed to deliver the support local families and communities need during the cost… ...
Building Te Ara Whetū: Sustainability in action (May 27, 2026) The construction of the new Waikanae Library - Te Ara Whetu, is implementing industry-leading sustainability practices that place environmental responsibility at the heart of the project. … ...
Concerned Ratepayers Kapiti to host Public Meeting (May 26, 2026) Concerned Ratepayers Kapiti is hosting a Public Meeting to openly discuss some of the most important issues facing the district, including council amalgamation, long-term financial… ...
Kāpiti Airport debate keeps circling the runway (May 25, 2026) Former Kapiti Councillor and social issues commentator Gwynn Compton has weighed in on the latest should we/shouldn’t we debate relating to Kapiti Airport. “As the… ...
VOTE – Electra Trustees (May 22, 2026) Voting to elect THREE Trustees to the Electra Trust is underway. Electra is wholly owned by electricity consumers - including you. Have your say: vote for the… ...
Kapiti TechWeek – ideas, insight and connection (May 17, 2026) ThinkTech Kāpiti is the district’s flagship tech and innovation event – bringing together founders, business leaders, professionals, supporters and future talent for a day of ideas,… ...
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… ...
Kāpiti explores options under local government reform (May 7, 2026) Kāpiti Coast District Council is considering its options following the Government’s decision to fast-track plans to simplify local government. Ministers on Tuesday gave councils an ultimatum:… ...
Community feedback sought on plan to reduce emissions on the Kāpiti Coast (May 4, 2026) Kāpiti Coast District Council is seeking feedback on its draft Emissions Reduction Plan that aims to cut the district's greenhouse gas emissions as part of Council's goal of a ‘net… ...
Councils pay tribute to Adrienne Staples after sudden passing (May 2, 2026) Greater Wellington Regional Council are mourning the recent sudden death of councillor Adrienne Staples, a former four-term mayor and current deputy chair of the regional… ...
Greater Wellington backs increased rail use during fuel supply crisis (April 30, 2026) Greater Wellington strongly supports the Minister for Rail’s call for increased use of rail to move freight during the current fuel supply crisis, particularly for… ...
Kapiti sets up Economic Development Trust (April 26, 2026) Kapiti Mayor Janet Holborow says the recent signing of the Kāpiti NZ Trust deed was a significant milestone for Kāpiti Coast’s new operating model for… ...
Paekākāriki seawall replacement about to begin (April 22, 2026) The first stage of replacing the Paekākāriki seawall with a like-for-like wall starts this week, with site preparation and traffic management being put in place.… ...
Kāpiti stormwater network holding up well, monitoring continues (April 21, 2026) Kāpiti Coast District Council is continuing to keep a close eye on the complex weather system passing through the Wellington region. Duty Controller Richard Hopkins… ...