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'Kāpiti Island tells an important story ... one New Zealanders need to engage with.'
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Working from home meant Janine could work while receiving treatment at the same time.
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New opportunities have helped new business The Power Plant survive the Covid-19 lockdown.
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The Common Room, Paraparaumu Beach, was just five weeks old before lockdown.
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Discovering ancient lighthouses and brilliant bookstores a few hours from the capital.
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Sneeze screens, germ guards, plastic protectors … go to the cinema with peace of mind.
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Award comes at good time for Waikanae bed and breakfast.
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Knock-on effects of lockdown are causing Heather Sleet to temporarily close her business.
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Air Chathams will resume its Kāpiti-Auckland service on May 24 with a reduced schedule.
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After winning nationally, Kapiti Olive Oils win gold on international stage.
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Self Isolation Support Kapiti/SVA are continuing to helping the vulnerable with groceries.
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Despite no visitors, the costs remain the same for Ngā Manu Nature Reserve in Waikanae.
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Good Habits are residing in the seaside town of Paekākāriki until they can travel again.
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James and Mārama have recreated We Are The Ones Unite with all proceeds going to the RSA.
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Theo Arraj has created HU1A, a stunning mural in his own home.
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Fairlie Atkinson has recreated famous paintings seen in museums around the world.
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Rosalie Willis talks to Kāpiti artists about how lockdown has impacted their creative flow
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Despite no album launch due to lockdown, Charlotte Kerrigan has released her second album.
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Charis and Ben worked on the mandala with shells for two weeks before it was washed away.
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Brad Olsen provides update on Kāpiti's economy and its potential recovery after Covid-19.
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Neighbours cheer on virtual marathon man as he races around the block - 45 times.
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KYS are still operating providing primary healthcare, counselling + support for all youth.
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Owen Campbell is taking sunset photos for those who can't get to the beach during lockdown
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Join Fi, owner of Sunday Cantina, in her online cooking classes throughout lockdown.
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The packs will be made up of basics with the aim to get them through a week.
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Teddy bears are playing a key role in the nationwide lockdown.
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Pay it forward to your local cafe - buy a voucher now, redeem it after lockdown.
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Information for all Kāpiti residents on business, transport, waste and a message from Guru
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'It is important in times of uncertainty... that we come together as a community.'
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On the other side of the world from your family? You don't have to be alone.
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Three speakers entertain and inspire at Kāpiti's IWD lunch.
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The community reaction to the project has been 'amazing'.
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Tanya Swift's surprise hen's party was a first for many residents.
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Kiri Winiata-Enoka is heading to Peru to play in the Under 18 World Series in August.
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Locals use rent-to-buy scheme to harness power in a more sustainable way.
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The judges saw his work as "an extremely provocative representation of today's issues".
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A significant site is being developed to bring more shoppers to Ōtaki.
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Over 450 women participated in the Kapiti Women's Triathlon on Sunday.
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John Taylor is using six weeks of leave to bike 5000km to raise money for others.
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Kaibosh are tackling food waste and helping those in need at the same time.
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Two Kāpiti artists have made the finals including the chief of the RNZAF Andrew Clark.
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MP Grant Robertson will officially open the new centre on Saturday.
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The name was revealed and gifted at a blessing ceremony on Saturday.
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Wanita is proving kiwi's can fly, helping kids to hear in Kiribati.
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Disaster Karaoke and NZ Postcards to NZ, art by Kāpiti artists will feature in Wellington.
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The toxic berries are causing concern for Kāpiti residents.
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The festival is the largest indigenous film festival in the Southern Hemisphere.
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The Ōtaki Bike Space have given away free bikes encouraging children to bike to school.
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Come along down to Lindale on Waitangi Day for entertainment, treasures, food and more.
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Rosalie Willis sees time differently in the remote highlands of Papua New Guinea.
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All it took was helping hand to get her started and Anouk was off.
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The gardens are open for viewing on the Waikanae Super Lions Garden Trail this weekend.
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They started out at Zealandia then moved to Ngā Manu, now they are heading to Mana Island.
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Created by 'hut nerds' six huts will be around Kāpiti as part of the NZ Festival.
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Jan Bolwell has been a leader in New Zealand dance theatre.
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Walking, running, cycling, horse riding - park has it all.
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Kāpiti mum Rachel Goodman walked the 600km trail by herself in 39 days.
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Waikanae Baptist Church is putting on a spectacular show of Christmas trees.
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Jackson Youl has been awarded his black belt in karate after being trained by his father.
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Joanna Piatek has created a keep safe Kāpiti cookbook featuring foodies and their stories.
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After a successful trial, plans to start a Sense Rugby programme in Kāpiti are underway.
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Five kittens and their mother were found and rescued by the SPCA in Paraparaumu.