Latest Kāpiti news

Incoming storm: 120km/h gales, heavy rain to wallop regions

Severe weather warnings are in place for parts of the North and South islands.

'It’s remarkable': Memorial seat lost in floods turns up across strait months later

Jack Robertson’s mother says the chair now faces the island where family are buried.

Harbour bridge may close at rush hour as 90km/h winds hit Auckland

Heavy showers are also expected to affect the city during peak evening travel hours.

Woman dies following alleged assault in Paraparaumu

A man has been charged with assault and breaching a protection order.

The first-timer and the stalwart: Meet two people helping make Aims Games happen

Kahleia Josephson runs water polo and Malcolm Taylor maps the cross-country course.

Killer daughter to be sentenced: What did the jury know?

The Herald breaks down the key points from the Khandallah trial that led to the verdict.

How this Southland couple farm with the future in mind

Grant and Bernadette Weller prove sustainability and profit can go hand in hand.

Wool revival adds extra buzz to Canterbury’s biggest A&P event

A new Wool Zone marquee will feature fashion shows and interactive exhibits.

The Country: Chris Brandolino keeps an eye on dry conditions

Peter McBride, George Dodson, Hugh Jackson, Chris Brandolino, Hamish McKay, Barry Soper.

Police, WorkSafe investigating after 76-year-old man dies in Far North quad bike accident

WorkSafe and police are investigating the fatal quad bike accident in Broadwood.

Young Horticulturist of the Year: Canterbury’s big win

The 29-year-old nursery manager also claimed two top specialist awards.

Scholarships open for students pursuing careers in horticulture

'Incredibly diverse' range of career opportunities across the sector, says HortNZ chief.

Foreign billionaires line up for $100m-plus Bay of Islands estate

Property has two helipads and a landing strip, and, yes, buyers are flying in for a look.

For sale: 110-year-old villa that survived a 500km road trip and a freak tornado

Vendors spent over $1m bringing Huntly House up to scratch.

‘Not for the faint of heart’: Deserted alpine lodge sells for $250K - $1m below RV

The new owners plan to renovate the Swiss-style chalet and reopen it as a tavern.

Tony Alexander: FOMO is back, house-buyers, but this time the market’s different

Why this housing recovery looks nothing like the last one.

Well-known but ‘very private’ Kiwis selling their mansion for first time in almost 50 years

Herne Bay wonder quietly looking for international buyers.

‘Over $10m? 100%’: Famous party house tipped to make history

Agents say the high-end buyers are there and ready to spend.