Latest Kāpiti news
Kāpiti gaming developer attending POWER Up!
The event aims to improve gender equality in the gaming development industry.
New festival to attract book lovers and writers
The festival launches in August next year.
New speed limit for Kāpiti Expressway announced
The speed limit go from 100km/h to 110km/h.
Eden Park to host Heartland rugby match
The Horowhenua-Kāpiti is heading up north to play at Auckland's Eden Park.
Raumati wins top award for engaging with communities at LGNZ ceremony
The Ōtaki, Waikanae, and Raumati community boards were all finalists.
Community rallies to support kaumātua's cancer treatment
Givealittle page raises more than $25,000 for Karl Farrell's medicine.
Paraparaumu student’s design shines in fashion competition
Molly McGregor's design will be showcased at the Whitecliff College Graduate Showcase.
Consultation to take place over tolling three new state highways in the North Island
NZTA assessments showed that tolling was feasible for each of these roads.
College dance team ready for two national finals
Kāpiti College hip-hop team ready to seize dance opportunity.
Rescue of caged puppy from floodwaters prompts pet safety reminder
The puppy was 'at real risk' of drowning.
Restorative youth justice oasis Te Kāhu Tiu prepares to soar
Securing a funding stream is the centre's final hurdle.
Inaugural charity auction raises money for food provider
Mills Albert and Wellington Rugby combine to help Bellyful with charity jersey fundraiser.
Premium
From Sundance to Ōtaki: How the tiny beach town became a hub for creativity
Māoriland is a little film festival with big dreams - meet the young woman behind it.
Officials investigated cutting Ōtaki Expressway in half as costs ballooned to $1.6b
The road is now one of NZ's most expensive - the Govt says it remains committed.
Shirley Murray wrote more than 400 hymns that are sung around the world
Anne Manchester will share the story of a biography.
Arthavidu grateful for the gift of cricket
Not only did he shrug off the effects of jetlag, he anchored the innings.
Ōhau Breweriana collection fills a house
Breweriana collectors will be in Ōhau the weekend of November 5 for their AGM.
Mild to red hot: Chilli sauces going for gold
There are many flavours and degrees of heat, from savoury, to fruity, as well as HOT.
Sport news
Eden Park to host Heartland rugby match
The Horowhenua-Kāpiti is heading up north to play at Auckland's Eden Park.
Last hurrah for ex-AB in club rugby
News the former All Black was playing a senior reserve club game spread fast.
Proud moment as young player joins Junior Davis Cup team
Tennis player Cody Atkinson continues to impress.
Lifestyle news
From Sundance to Ōtaki: How the tiny beach town became a hub for creativity
Māoriland is a little film festival with big dreams - meet the young woman behind it.
Police puppy Blitz wins shoppers' hearts
Police officers speak to hundreds of shoppers during mall cops event.
Palmy couple's walker stalking leads to unique hut
Whiowhio Hut in Palmerston North is Aotearoa's only urban tramping hut.
Rural news
'Good start': Post-cyclone whitebait ban over as catchers make up for lost time
The season didn't go ahead for most of last year after rāhui put in place.
$125k of funding available for Rotorua rural projects
Community encouraged to submit proposals for consideration.
Report reveals final tragic moments of boy killed by log at Gisborne beach
Oliver Shone, 11, was on holiday when he tragically was killed by a log at Waikanae Beach.
Car news & advice
110km/h speed limit on State Highway 1 Orewa to Warkworth to ‘unlock economic growth’
'Moving people and freight quickly and safely between regions' is the aim.
Skoda Scala and Kamiq NZ updates: the eyes have it (but a new engine too)
Skoda's baby hatch and SUV duo are looking a bit sharper now.
Now we Cross to: 2024 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross XLS PHEV
A few choice updates are keeping the Eclipse Cross fresh in the PHEV world.
OneRoof property news
SBS secretly cuts six-month interest rate to 5.99%
Home loan rate blows all the other deals out of the water, brokers tell OneRoof.
Bumper Grand Designs sell-off: TV show homes worth $10m up for grabs
Three stars of the hit Kiwi series are vying for buyer attention.
Luxon $945,000 richer after house sale? PM finds buyer for his investment property
The asking price was $205,000 below the unit’s 2021 CV.
More Kapiti news
Heavy rainfall in Kāpiti a reminder to be prepared
There was a lot of rain throughout Kāpiti on Monday.
Artist tackles water quality issues with stunning mural
Drab alleyway gets splash of colour and a message on water quality.
Kāpiti man to be first Kiwi commissaire at Paralympics
Zac Prendergast is going to be the first Kiwi to commissaire in the Paralympics.
Kāpiti news in brief: The Warratahs to feature at food fair
The Warratahs will be part of the Kāpiti Food Fair entertainment.
Kāpiti Concert Orchestra set for special performance
The performance marks its 20th anniversary.
Te Raukuru ki Kāpiti to showcase The Kingdom of Bling musical
The satirical musical is by Richard O'Brien.
Nicotine-stained paintings turn out to be masterpieces by renowned artist
'I said do you want the good news or the good news?'
Secure your spot: Early bird pricing ends soon
'We’re excited to have renowned journalist Paddy Gower as this year’s MC.'
Onam festival a blend of tradition and modernity
Onam is set to be celebrated in Waikanae.
Retro band coming to Paekākāriki
The BeatGirls are bringing groovy moves and well-known tunes to St Peter's Village Hall.
Heads up: Major roadworks on the horizon for Raumati Rd
The repair work will take place in spring and will involve stop/go traffic management.