Latest Kāpiti news
'Seconds to live': Woman flags down kite surfer to save pensioner from drowning
John Schofield, 74, had a coffee date with his sister later. Instead, he was in the ICU.
Warning to cancel club rugby games after referee stabbing threat
The Horowhenua-Kāpiti union will cancel senior club games if serious abuse continues.
First XV rugby: How Liston turned the tables on powerhouse rivals
Liston College defeated Kelston Boys’ High 21-16 in a stunning upset.
Trampoline shatters windows as 'destructive' winds wreak havoc in Hutt
A woman was at home when she heard a loud bang and glass shattering.
'Take this one seriously': Destructive winds peak in Wellington
WREMO is telling people to stay away from windows and doors.
Society Insider: Former Black Cap's return to India; new power couple; True Bliss star on homophobic abuse
Plus, Nick Mowbray and Liam Lawson team up in California.
Meteorologists say wild weather's over for rest of school holidays
This week is now free of severe weather warnings as Cyclone Tam weakens and moves on.
Inside Xero co-founder’s four-year battle to build $50m golf course
Hamish Edwards can finally build his dream golf course in Ōhau after a four-year delay.
Rural news
East Coast MP highlights Government's after-hours and urgent medical care investment
The Budget allocated $164m to improve after-hours medical care nationwide.
Top drop: Hawke's Bay Merlot crowned best in world at global awards
NZ wineries won three out of nine international trophies at an annual wine contest.
'Best wool in the world': Partnership aims to grow sector
“It’s been tough for our farmers. We’re looking to reverse the trend.”
Car news and advice
New Subaru Forester hybrid pricing, specification for NZ revealed
Range now split evenly between petrol and new 'strong hybrid' models.
NZ new-vehicle sales May: it’s a Ranger versus RAV4 world
Stablisation, some signs of recovery in new-car sales. And still lots of utes and SUVs.
5 tips to stay safe on the roads in heavy rain and flooding
With winter kicking into high gear, here's how to stay safe on the roads in bad weather.
OneRoof property news
90 Mile Beach plot for sale at 'bargain' price of $295,000
The site lacks a home but has power, sewerage, a water tank, and a toilet.
Tony Alexander: Dream scenario for thousands of young buyers as investors sell, sell, sell
Plenty of options and discounts out there.
US exec sells his Auckland villa to overseas buyer for more than $8m
Property snapped up within three weeks of new listing campaign.
More Kapiti news
Watchdog launches probe after ANZ helped victim send $250k to scammers
ANZ refused liability saying there were no indications of fraud or 'red flags'.
Opinion: How historic commemoration paves way for future unity
Over 1000 from Ngāti Whātua Nui Tonu marked 200 years since Te Ika a Ranganui.
Marist qualify for Coastal Challenge final after 36-run upset
Connor Rees scored 61, leading Marist to a total of 190-8 in Masterton.
New Zealand comes to Minecraft: Which six NZ destinations made the cut?
It's hoped that the popular online game will help boost tourist numbers.
‘Black hole’: Crown quitting 109 new homes underwritten by KiwiBuild
First home buyers did not snap up these 109 homes: now we the taxpayers have bought them.
Listen: ‘Appalling on all levels’ – Experts slam ANZ for failing to prevent $250k scam
The victim says ANZ's failures directly contributed to her loss.
Lifeguards rescue swimmers caught in rips outside flagged areas
A man and a woman were rescued from rips at Midway on Sunday in two separate incidents.
‘Unheard of’: Family astonished at landing 100kg marlin near Kāpiti Island
A family fishing trip off the Kapiti Coast landed something a little heftier than snapper.
Midway retains Ralph Morse Shield in surf lifesaving competition
Emily Petro won the U17 ski and board, with strong finishes in iron races.
Blues, board games and Find & Go Seek this weekend
A roundup of events happening in Gisborne-Tairāwhiti this weekend, beyond and regularly.
'Totally dropped the ball': ANZ staff helped scam victim send $250k to known 'money mule'
The victim is shocked to learn the bank was on notice about the suspect account.
‘He scammed me too’: CEO denies laundering $1.53m, says he was also duped
'I stand to be incarcerated. Who will look after my boys?'
Awash with guns: Frontline cops face chilling daily arsenal of lethal firearms
The deadly arsenal includes military-style semi-automatic assault rifles.
Man charged with attempted murder after Kāpiti cyclist run in
Police were called to the incident where it appeared a cyclist had been hit by a car.
What to do if you encounter a 'zombie' snapper this summer
The sick snapper with cloudy eyes and missing flesh should not be eaten, authorities warn.