Crime'Sorry to be intrusive': Polite bank robber gets home detention for two armed heistsIt's very unusual for such cases to not result in imprisonment, the judge acknowledged.19 Jan 06:00 AM
New ZealandHow a teen saved his granddad's life after a heart attack – and the app that could save your loved oneWhat was done to save Stuart Jones' life could lift falling cardiac arrest survival rates.07 Jan 09:44 PM
New ZealandOne person dies in suspicious house fire north of WellingtonCrews took eight minutes to put out the fire, but a person was found in critical condition08 Dec 07:56 PM
New ZealandParaparaumu Beach house fire deemed suspiciousTwo fire crews arrived at the scene of the fire just before 6.15pm.08 Dec 06:46 AM
New ZealandRetiring biology teacher has loved her careerMichele Murphy has taught at Paraparaumu College for 22 years.07 Dec 08:42 PM
New ZealandFriends of Kāpiti District Libraries disbandsThe group had been operating for over four decades.06 Dec 11:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEconomySkin cancer clinic hit by property deals, falling patient numbersOwners had a home but decided at the peak of the market to buy a lifestyle block.01 Dec 12:39 AM
New ZealandGolf club’s green efforts recognised at national awards“We’ve really worked hard to make this land a stunning example of our local environment."03 Nov 02:30 AM
TravelKiwi beach names among the world's 'most mispronounced', study saysAussie and NZ beaches are world famous, but visitors are uncertain how to say their names.26 Sep 08:00 PM
New ZealandLast surviving veteran of HMNZS Achilles dies at 102War veteran Gratton Lyng has been farewelled.23 Aug 12:50 AM
New ZealandParaparaumu College tops wearable arts competitionSeven students won awards at the National Toi Showquest wearable arts competition.20 Aug 11:58 PM
New Zealand'Burst into tears': Couple win $37m Lotto prize, still show up to work next dayThe woman popped into the supermarket for a chocolate bar and on a whim bought a ticket.20 Aug 09:52 PM
New ZealandLotto Powerball $37 million ticket winner comes forwardThe winner of this week's huge jackpot has come forward.17 Aug 10:48 PM
New Zealand4.6 magnitude earthquake felt by thousands in lower North IslandThe quake struck 10 km southwest of Paraparaumu at 10.41 pm.30 Jul 11:06 AM
New ZealandImportant milestone for health services in KāpitiKāpiti Day Hospital set to open.27 Jun 02:48 AM
New ZealandParaparaumu Beach's Ocean Motel undergoes exciting changesThe motel is getting some much-needed upgrades.15 Jun 01:48 AM
New ZealandCouncil changes geese culling protocols after house struck by bullet and pelletsThe incident at Otaraua Park has led to new protocols around geese culling.04 May 12:20 AM
New Zealand'Tornado kid' recalls bedroom being destroyed, impaled by glass in stormThe sleepout was lifted into the air with Rhiley Stevens inside and then thrown back down.13 Apr 06:51 AM
New Zealand'Tornado kid' recovering after twister destroys sleepoutRhiley Stevens has earned a new nickname after his terrifying ordeal.12 Apr 11:02 PM
New ZealandTeen suffers collapsed lung, impaled by debris in tornadoRhiley Stevens was sound asleep when a tornado tore through his bedroom.11 Apr 02:54 AM
New ZealandGlobal phenomenon to perform throughout countryThe first Britain's Got Talent winner ever will be touring New Zealand.31 Mar 12:36 AM
New ZealandDamaged wetlands and an unusual jail sentence: Appeal court sees risk of a miscarriage of justiceCouple found guilty of 35 charges related to wetlands given leave to bring a new appeal.21 Feb 08:03 AM
BusinessWell-known butchery set to close on Christmas EveLast orders at Kāpiti Coast Meats.19 Dec 02:22 AM
New ZealandTabby's misadventure features in new children's book"... we hope to encourage youngsters to reflect on their own behaviour."26 Oct 12:15 AM
AirlinesNZ airline releases 'all-you-can-fly' ticketsA thousand tickets for three months of unlimited travel around New Zealand for $799.23 Aug 06:30 PM
New Zealand'Mumma died because she got very ill': Devastated husband speaks outCanterbury man speaks about wife's suicide after perinatal depression, anxiety battle21 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandWhen it comes to art there's no right or wrongJohn Jensen's painting will be displayed at the Riversdale Mixed Media Art Exhibition.16 Jun 03:03 AM
New ZealandAd campaign saves Kāpiti women's lifeJan is now knitting snoods to support Bowel Cancer NZ and raise awareness.18 May 03:12 AM
New ZealandMajor hotel planned for Paraparaumu Beach"We are incredibly excited by this opportunity."16 May 04:32 AM
New ZealandChristopher Luxon: 'Govt talks the big game and isn't delivering'Christopher Luxon is in Paraparaumu attending a regional National Party conference.15 May 12:07 AM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Safe and sensible': The schools sticking with mask mandatesSome schools join doctors' and scientists' call for classroom mask mandate over winter.30 Apr 06:37 PM
New Zealand'We're expecting': From tragedy to joy for couple who lost baby in motorbike crashA woman whose unborn baby died in a crash last year has revealed her new pregnancy.19 Apr 07:00 AM
New ZealandEV owners warned to 'plan ahead' when using Transmission Gully'The new road will be hungrier due to the hills, and EV drivers need to be prepared.'08 Apr 02:13 AM
