David Haxton, Editor of Kāpiti News, loves writing stories about people who have overcome the odds, people who have worked hard to succeed, and breaking news.
David Haxton is the editor of the Kāpiti News. The newspaper is a two-time finalist in the Voyager Media Awards community newspaper of the year category. When I was a college student, a science teacher encouraged us to read the newspaper and be informed. The advice stuck. I became interested in the news. I graduated from the Peter Arnett School of Journalism, at the Southern Institute of Technology, in 2000, before joining the Kāpiti News early in 2001 firstly as a reporter and then becoming editor. It has been a long haul but it's a great community to work in, there’s a constant supply of interesting stories to write, the commute is only a few minutes, and I live near the beach. I’ve got a young family and the coast is an awesome great place for them to grow up in. I love writing stories about people who have overcome the odds, people who have worked hard to succeed, and breaking news is still a buzz. It’s also great being part of the wider NZME whānau and seeing our stories reach national and overseas audiences.
Plumbing business triumphs at business awards
It had been a goal to try to win the main award.
A Taste of Horowhenua-Kāpiti event a success
The event was held in the banquet hall.
Newbie bowls player wins centre's top individual award
“I was very overwhelmed and quite emotional."
'Sleeping giant' football club important for youth retention
Te Kotahitanga FC is the collaboration of five clubs.
Cyclist ready to pedal from China to Greece
Raising funds for cancer research is key to long-distance ride.
Beloved great-uncle's war history chronicled by RSA
Julie Stubbs contacted the RSA to find out about her great-uncle's wartime history.
New Ōtaki MP Tim Costley humbled by result
'I don't know if all the emotions have sunk in.'
Athletics stalwart humbled by life membership award
Brian Seymour has been a key figure in the athletics community.
Government ‘committed’ to delivering Ōtaki to Levin highway
Government backs new highway from Ōtaki to Levin.
Roaring success for Erin’s Barking Bakery
Levin SPCA to benefit from Erin Long's charitable business.
Chronic illness doesn’t define Ōtaki woman
For nearly three decades Cathy Tia has lived with chronic illness.
New football club emerges in Horowhenua and Kāpiti
New football club created for Horowhenua and Kāpiti.
Duo rapt to be part of Hurricanes under-20 development squad
Opportunity knocks for Horowhenua-Kāpiti pair.
Over 100 artists to take part in annual exhibition
Festival of Pots and Garden Art looms.
Ōtaki’s special outdoor wedding venue
There is a lot on offer at Anam Cara Gardens.
Four Square Ōtaki Beach owner delighted with Rookie of the Year award
“It was awesome, quite a surprise, and acknowledge of a lot of hard work.”
Author's frustration leads to marine reserve protection book
Pikitia Clark releases Ikanui The Orca storybook.
Masterful bird paintings brought to life in new book
A new book is bringing masterful bird paintings from a bygone era to life.
How an Ōtaki milk station became a world-class venue
Stunning and inviting: The Milk Station.
Sustainable Foods reigns supreme at business awards
Electra Business and Innovation Awards supreme winner is...
Golden glow for waka ama paddler at world champs
"It was pretty unreal and really cool..."
Neglected pianola transformed back to its former glory
Registered piano technician Stephen Powell restores old pianola
First Kāpiti Coast Youth Careers Expo attracts many
An important time for students to think about their future.
Surplus apples leads to long-term business venture
The story behind a successful apple cider vinegar company.
Back-to-back wins for duo in epic horse riding endurance event
Lots can happen in 160km horse riding endurance event.
Ōtaki College commemorates fateful World War II Merchant convoy
College remembers shipping convoy that was ruthlessly cut down during war.
Kāpiti Business Hall of Famer humbled with award
The award "came completely out of the blue".
Must-visit Kāpiti eateries this summer
Vibrant, friendly and colourful dining experiences are endless on the Kāpiti Coast.
College students line up for Covid vaccine jabs
"the vaccine is the best way for students, family, whānau and community to be safe"
Lots of gains for flourishing golf club
Paraparaumu Beach golf club a finalist in business awards.
Home and living store testament of hard work and dedication
"I have loved owning my own business, growing it, and getting it to where it is now."
Innovative approach key to company's success
"We're happy to be tall poppies in New Zealand's real estate industry."
Gin company captures people's imagination
"It is slowly taking on a life of its own which has been really enjoyable to see."
Paraparaumu signage business rising like Phoenix
"It's going well but it has been hard work."
How a small community is working towards a better future
Utopian-themed book focuses on Ōtaki.
Royal honour for iconic Kiwi band frontman
The Verlaines' Graeme Downes humbled by royal honour.
Deputy Prime Minister pledges support for Horowhenua Expressway
Ōtaki to North Levin Expressway confirmed
Significant milestone looms for Paraparaumu Rugby Club
Lots happening at Paraparaumu Rugby Club over Queen's Birthday weekend.
Pine slash piles spark fire fears
Fire and Emergency New Zealand throws cold water on woman's fears.
Muscle cars and hot rods ready to converge on Paraparaumu
Over 300 cars expected at annual show.
Project helps divert wood from landfill
Good wood spared from ending up in the rubbish tip.
Medicinal cannabis company on the rise
"We are super happy and many local people are supporting us too."
'Like nothing before': Kiwi swimmer's 'scary' bout of Covid-19 in US dorm room
The elite swimmer from Horowhenua said she was "extremely lucky."
Restrictions could present challenges for pilots of light aircraft
'Light aircraft lose the flexibility to respond to changing conditions'
Police on the look out for beach hoons
"Our goal is to support our local beach communities..."
Veterans' Affairs funds memorial entrance
"The design of the entrance way has a local significance with input from local iwi."
Success for Waikawa Glen at olive oil awards
'We were absolutely blown away and very pleased'.
Author's new crime novel was cathartic experience
"I would not like anyone to think this was real."
Community solar farms officially opened in Ōtaki
Ministers James Shaw and Grant Robertson open solar farm.
Vote 2020: 'We want people to vote early and vote local'
Electoral Commission keen for people to vote early.
College to attempt world record for longest game of four square
"We're really invested in this challenge and what to make a difference."
Relocating fragile historic pottery kilns
Two historic Mirek Smišek pottery kilns are being moved.
Nathan Guy's valedictory speech thanks many people especially wife
"Kia kaha my friends and foes."
From helicopter pilot to aspiring politician
'90 per cent excitement and 10 per cent fear' for aspiring politician Tim Costley.
Grasping a squeaky clean hands-on opportunity
The Bond Store's hand sanitiser is helping businesses keep going.
Q & A with Ōtaki MP Nathan Guy
Catch up with Ōtaki MP Nathan Guy during lockdown.
Horowhenua hapū want to send Kāpiti's waste to Manawatū
A Horowhenua hapū want Kāpiti's rubbish transferred to the Bonny Glen landfill.