Latest Kāpiti news
New trust aims to tackle Kāpiti's housing crisis with local leadership
Mayor praises high-calibre trustees, sees huge opportunities for Kāpiti housing.
Coast Access Radio: Amplifying diverse voices since 1996
The station relies on input from dedicated volunteers - and is looking for more.
Special one-off show part of jazz festival
The show will be performed in Te Raukura ki Kapiti.
Kāpiti mates head to Palmy for Ping Pong Parkinson’s tournament
There are now eight active Ping Pong Parkinson’s groups with 80 players New Zealand-wide
Kids market comes back to Ōtaki
The Ōtaki Kids Market will have a range of environmentally-friendly wares for sale.
Boating club undergoes major makeover amidst renewed optimism
There's a lot happening at the Kāpiti Boating Club.
Rotary helps with community centre’s fire safety
Funding from Rotary was greatly appreciated.
Author's book celebrates nature and friendship
Nicki Young's latest children's book has been published.
Dane Coles back on the field for coaching gig
The former All Black is picking up the boots again to help a local rugby team.
Veteran trombonist calls time on brass band career
Fred Driver has been a key figure at Kāpiti Brass band.
Feedback sought on highway tolls in lower North Island
NZTA proposes to toll two new highways in the lower North Island.
Persistence pays off for returning running star
Mia Thomson impresses in cross-country run.
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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
Mark Cameron talks rural mental health on The Country
Mark Cameron, Levi Lanauze, Emma Higgins, Mary van Andel, Phil Duncan.
Civil Defence warns to secure property ahead of powerful 120km/h gales blasting central regions
MetService said damage to trees, power lines, and unsecured structures were possible.
Generation after generation – 90 years of Wattie's in Hawke's Bay celebrated
'Who else loves their job like this after 22 years?'
Car news & advice
Toyota secures government approval for solid-state battery production
Green light marks a pivotal moment for Toyota and Japan's broader EV strategy.
Ford's most powerful Mustang yet delivers 608kW, hits 325km/h
The track-ready GTD is the most powerful production Mustang ever.
Lotus Theory 1 concept previews brand's tech renaissance
The future of performance vehicles, according to Lotus.
OneRoof property news
Fiddler on the roof: Why violinist built a nine-storey apartment block in central Auckland
“It took some courage to do."
What are the chances of the Official Cash Rate dropping 50 points in October?
The five things you need to know about the housing market this week.
AA Insurance Location, Location, Location NZ, episode two recap - quick, there’s a baby on the way
Paul and Jayne help out two fearless house-hunters.
More Kapiti news
Artist returns from successful London show
'It felt utterly amazing,' says Waikanae artist Hamish Macaulay.
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.
Iconic stamp and coin business celebrates key milestone
It's the largest stamp and coin dealership in New Zealand.
College principal's looming retirement marks end of an era
Kāpiti College principal Tony Kane is stepping down.
'Generation chair' splits Kāpiti's future: A call for climate action in council
The chair is split down the middle to represent action versus inaction.
Renowned organist Martin Setchell to perform in Waikanae next month
Setchell to play Bach, Handel, Guilmant, Fauré, and light-hearted opera and film music.
Zero waste hub diverts tonnes of material from landfill
Twenty-two tonnes have been saved so far.
Stunning black lip oyster carvings feature in new shop
The jewellery is by renowned carver Tokerau Jim.
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.