Latest Kāpiti news
'Felt like I was rock-climbing': Scientist on attic access in murder case
An ESR scientist suspected a staged scene at a Wellington death.
Tech Insider: Consumer NZ wants 3G phone refund; Council on Amazon site pause
Plus: Government names AI advisory panel. AWS NZ exec flips to opposition.
'There's a body in the water': Humble hero recounts saving drowning pensioner
John Schofield, 74, was face down in a 'zombie state' when Ramon Glauser found him.
'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.
Luxon should tell David Seymour to shut up – Jim Bolger
The ex-PM reflects on kidney failure, the Act leader, and turning 90.
Watch: Major highway blocked by slip, Auckland flights delayed as intense storm strikes
Motorists are being warned to expect hazardous driving conditions.
'Sense of injustice': Act minister, National MPs to face protests over pay equity changes
Protests are planned across the country, including outside MPs' offices.
Rural news
Heavy rain warnings extended as front sits over central North Island
Rain started falling at the top of the country before dawn.
Court holds forestry directors accountable for environmental compliance
The 940-hectare forest poses environmental risks due to erosion-prone terrain.
Dairy price dip won’t last long - expert
NZX head of dairy insights Cristina Alvarado said the dip in prices was not surprising.
Car news and advice
Omoda 9 Super Hybrid joins New Zealand lineup: luxury length
Posh PHEV-SUV also boasts 395kW and 0-100km/h in 5.9 seconds.
Survey: 20% of car owners think they’re in danger of getting a shock from washing an EV
Younger people are much more worried about wet EVs than the over-50s, too.
None more black? Range Rover blacks out the Sport SV
How more black can a Range Rover be? The SV Sport Black Edition is the answer.
OneRoof property news
Supermarket magnates’ $2m dream home for sale in tiny Southland town
Winton an affordable option for buyers at both ends of the market.
7 biggest house price crashes in history - and what we can learn from them
From the Great Depression to Japan's Lost Decade.
NZ's biggest luxury apartment for sale - what $7m gets you
“The master suite is pretty much the size of a small house.”
More Kapiti news
'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.
'Blown away': Auckland Harbour Bridge may close as severe winds hit rush-hour commute
Auckland faces severe gales at rush hour tomorrow, with harbour bridge closures possible.
Why you should choose a nature reserve as your next NZ getaway
Guests can book encounters with native wildlife, including a night-time visit with kiwi.
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.
'Resorted' to drone: Body corporate wins case against Paraparaumu unit owner
'Drone wash was not as effective as a manual wash would have been' - tribunal decision.
On The Up: Air Chathams and Air NZ in partnership talks
'Smaller operators play a critical role and do an excellent job.'
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.