News, Blogs & Notices

Paekākāriki is next in line to benefit from the Kāpiti Coast District Council’s switch to more energy-efficient street lighting. Read more...

With the unsettled weather over the past week, the Kāpiti Coast District Council is advising people to avoid swimming in our beaches, rivers and streams for the next 48 hours.  Read more...

New agility equipment has been installed at the Aotaki Street Dog Park in Ōtaki. Read more...

The Kapiti Coast District Libraries invites the Kāpiti Coast community to explore the extensive photograph collection of Bruce MacMillan this summer. Read more...

Work to replace a culvert on Ōtaki Gorge Road near the Boielle Flat picnic area where the swing bridge is located, north of the Department of Conservation Ōtaki Folks campsite, will be carried out next week. Read more...

Holiday time is a great time to declutter.  Just as cupboards and wardrobes fill up with unused or out of date items, your financial affairs can become cluttered. Whether it is bank accounts, credit cards, store cards, loyalty cards, loans, investments or insurance, you can easily get to the point where you have so much going on you lose track. Read more...

Having goals focuses your mind on what you need to know and do to be successful, so that you can make the most of your life. The start of a new year is great time to set goals. However, if you want to be able to achieve your goals there a few secrets in how you set them. Read more...

The Kāpiti Coast District Council has today announced that it is advertising for a new Chief Financial Officer following Mark de Haast’s appointment to the role of Chief Financial Officer at the Hutt City Council. Read more...

The Kāpiti Coast District Council would like to remind people who are enjoying our wonderful beaches, rivers and streams this weekend to avoid swimming in them for 48 hours following heavy rain.  Read more...

The New Year is a chance to make resolutions to eat healthier food, exercise more often and manage money better. Just like diet and exercise, money is something that people feel often guilty about. Opening your credit card bill after Christmas and the New Year sales can certainly create the feeling that you have done something wrong or spent money you weren’t supposed to. However, while an initial rush of guilt can trigger desire to change money behaviours, New Year’s resolutions get forgotten about as life settles back to normal. There is an easy way to avoid feeling guilty about money and to keep on track with money goals. Read more...

The Kāpiti Coast District Council has been Carbon Emissions Measurement and Reduction Scheme (CEMARS) certified since 2012 and it was confirmed yesterday that this certification has been successfully renewed through to December 2020. Read more...

The New Year looks bright for the Kāpiti Coast economy. Figures from the September 2017 Infometrics Quarterly Economic Monitor Report indicate that the growth trend that the district has enjoyed over the past 12 months is set to continue. Read more...

Kāpiti Coast District Mayor K Gurunathan today welcomed the New Zealand Transport Agency’s preferred alignment for a proposed shared path to run alongside the Peka Peka to Ōtaki Expressway. Read more...

The refurbishment of Zeal Kāpiti’s new youth development centre is one step closer to becoming a reality following the signing of a contract with Levin-based Crowe Construction yesterday.  Read more...

Toyota Motor Corporation (Toyota) announced today its plans toward the popularization of electrified vehicles for the decade 2020-2030. Read more...

Treadwell Gordon Wanganui's desperate fight to survive the second day of their Furlong Cup match with Horowhenua-Kapiti ended just one over and five minutes short for an embarrassing 146 run outright loss despite first innings points on Sunday. Read more...

The Kāpiti Coast District Council is encouraging locals and visitors to the Coast to get out and about and explore the district’s cycleways, walkways and bridleways this summer. Read more...

Work is underway to extend the shared path network on Kāpiti Road from Hurley Street to the Paraparaumu Beach area. Read more...

The Kāpiti Coast District Council is reminding the community to keep an eye on pets and livestock over the summer as the incidents of stray and roaming animal reports have taken an upward turn over the past month. Read more...

Summer is here and it’s great to see people out and about and enjoying our beaches and public spaces. To help ensure we all have a safe and enjoyable holiday season, the Kāpiti Coast District Council is encouraging people to follow a few simple rules. Read more...

A new report commissioned by the Kāpiti Coast District Council shows our district’s share of tourism spend is growing. Read more...

Last week 99 local primary school athletes from nine different schools represented Kāpiti at the Regional Athletics in Masterton. 

Kāpiti Coast District Council Primary Schools Sports Coordinator Shelley Ashton says the event was one of our most successful yet. Read more...

Starting out in life after school or tertiary education is an exciting milestone. It is one of the best times in life, with a future full of potential opportunities, without the responsibilities of dependent children to support and with few financial commitments. Anything is possible at this stage of life. However, it is also a critical time as making the wrong financial decisions when starting out can have long term consequences. Read more...

The Kāpiti Coast District Council is adopting a new approach to the way it supports not-for-profit organisations to deliver social services that meet the needs of the Kāpiti Coast community. Read more...

Friday 8 December 2017 - The entire Kāpiti region will benefit economically from the decision to allow Easter Sunday Trading from 2018. Read more...

Commerce and Consumer Affairs Minister Kris Faafoi says the first reading of the Financial Services Legislation Amendment Bill in Parliament today is the first step in a significant package of changes to ensure all Kiwis can get good quality financial advice based on their individual needs.  Read more...

Whether you are investing money, setting up a business or gambling on horses, your first consideration, before parting with any money, should be how much risk you can afford to take. Risk is not necessarily the probability of loss – it is the probability that an outcome will be different than you expect. For example, an investment might make a positive return, but a lower (or higher) return than you expected. Read more...

A weekly update describing soil moisture across the country to help assess whether severely to extremely dry conditions are occurring or imminent. Regions experiencing these soil moisture deficits are deemed “hotspots”. Persistent hotspot regions have the potential to develop into drought. Read more...

The Council today voted to allow Easter Sunday trading in the Kāpiti Coast District.

The decision follows the Strategy and Policy Committee’s recommendation at its 23 November meeting that the Council should allow Easter Sunday trading. Read more...

A public tip-off has led to the conviction of a man who illegally fished in Wellington’s Taputeranga Marine Reserve.

Xiaobin Sun pleaded guilty to taking 29 fish from the marine reserve while fishing from a small boat in May. He was fined $1000, plus $130 in court costs, when he appeared in the Wellington District Court on Friday (Dec 1). Read more...

With more than 4,000 Kāpiti residents making the daily commute to Wellington, the Kāpiti Coast District Council is urging its residents to have their say on solutions for solving the city’s transport woes. Read more...

The Kāpiti Coast District Council is giving the Waikanae community a heads up about a future programme of work that Transpower is proposing to carry out at Waikanae Park to fell trees that have the potential to grow too big and hit power lines. Read more...

Giving to others brings great pleasure and happiness and there is no better evidence of this than the joy of Christmas. However, giving is often loaded with emotion and purpose. We place various meanings on the act of both giving and receiving. In some cases, people give to make themselves feel better – perhaps by absolving themselves of guilt - or as a way of demonstrating love, particularly if they have trouble expressing love in other ways. Read more...

The Kāpiti Coast District Council is advising the community that next week, Electra will carry out highly visible works on the Paraparaumu Escarpment to secure an exposed back up power cable. Read more...

The results from the Council’s latest household waste survey show that almost half of the household waste Kāpiti residents put out for collection each week could be recycled, composted, or reused. Read more...

Last week we looked at ways to reduce the amount of pressure we experience in the run up to Xmas, and in so doing reduce the amount of stress we experience. This week let’s look at three highly effective, proven, ways to reduce and/or cope with stress at any time of the year: Read more...

Last month Kāpiti ratepayers heard from Quotable Value (QV) with the updated valuation for their properties. These reflect the likely selling price, excluding chattels, at the revaluation date of 1 August 2017. Read more...

Kāpiti Coast District Council has secured funding from the New Zealand Transport Agency to remove material from the Waterfall Road slip site. Read more...

Kāpiti Coast District Council has announced the appointment of Natasha Tod to the role of Group Manager Regulatory Services. Read more...

While other parts of the region are applying water restrictions, the Kāpiti Coast District Council is confident that its supply is in good health. Read more...

It’s almost time for keen young readers to register for the Kāpiti Coast District Libraries’ popular Summer Reading Programme and places always fill quickly. Registrations for ‘Wild about Reading’ open on Friday 1 December and will be open until Saturday 16 December. Read more...

KiwiSaver is an easy way to invest. Your contributions are deducted automatically, along with the contributions from your employer, and every year the Government pays you a tax credit. You could argue that KiwiSaver is a ‘set and forget’ type of investment. However, paying little or no attention to your KiwiSaver is not wise. Read more...

The Kāpiti Coast District Council’s Strategy and Policy Committee today voted to recommend that the Council allow Easter Sunday trading in the Kāpiti Coast District. Read more...

Kāpiti Coast District Council is advising dog-owners to keep an eye out for toxic algae in the district’s waterways as the temperature rises. That includes lagoons in parks and reserves as well as rivers and streams. Read more...

An emerging forest abundant with native plants and animals will return to the north-east of Queen Elizabeth Park in the years ahead, thanks to the generosity of a $300,000 donation from Kapiti locals Chris and Sam Maclean through their Maclean Trust. Read more...

Council is offering free neutering services for menacing dogs thanks to funding provided by the Department of Internal Affairs (DIA). Read more...

The Council’s Kāpiti Lights improvements are almost complete and to celebrate the area’s new look, businesses, with Council support, are inviting the community to participate in an evening of food, family fun, music and entertainment on Thursday 23 November, between 5pm and 7pm. Read more...

There is no doubt that Christmas is one of the most expensive times of the year. Many families find themselves still paying off Christmas debt months later. Here are a few tips to help keep you out of the cycle of debt over Christmas: Read more...

Kāpiti Coast District Council’s Grants Allocation Committee has announced this year’s community recipients of its Waste Levy grants for waste reduction projects and technology in Kāpiti. The grants support practical on-the-ground projects that benefit the community by minimising waste, and encourage participation and education. Read more...

The Kāpiti Coast District Council starts its annual summer beach patrols this weekend with assistance from the Police, warning people about where they can and cannot drive. Read more...

Now, more than ever, it is time to make sure your KiwiSaver investment strategy is matched to your investment time frame. KiwiSaver was introduced ten years ago and since that time we have seen strong growth in the share market. KiwiSaver members have not yet experienced a period of high volatility. The share market is overdue for a correction, and with all the uncertainties in the world at the moment the next few years could be quite volatile. Read more...

Kāpiti Coast District Council is inviting the Waikanae community to pop into Mahara Place between 10am and 1pm on Saturday 18 November to hear about their plans to revitalise the Waikanae town centre. Read more...

Findings from a report commissioned by the Kāpiti Coast District Council to measure the economic impact of the Mackays to Peka Peka Expressway on the local retail environment show strong growth in retail spend across the district. Read more...

Maximising Ōtaki’s future economic development opportunities is the goal of a new community group set up by the Kāpiti Coast District Council to lead and advise on the best use of a $300,000 funding package established to help the community prosper from the Peka Peka to Ōtaki Expressway. Read more...

The Kāpiti Coast District Council today heard from 12 submitters who asked to speak to their submission on the proposed Easter Sunday Trading during a public hearing. Read more...

Kāpiti Coast District Council has today signed-off the long awaited Proposed District Plan (PDP). Read more...

The Kāpiti Coast District Council is talking to local market managers and regular stall holders about changes to the way food sellers need to operate in New Zealand by March 2018. This is the latest phase in a process to inform all Kāpiti food sellers about implementing changes required under the new Food Act 2014. Read more...

Over the past two weekends, Kāpiti artists put on a show of colour and creativity as they opened their doors to art lovers, keen for a behind the scenes glimpse at their studios, hubs and galleries. Read more...

NZTA have announced plans to remove all the outside edge rumble strips on the new Kapiti Expressway. These were added after the road opened, and have proven to be a major source of the excessive noise experienced by residents. Read more...

One of the biggest mistakes retirees make is to underspend in their retirement. Retirement is full of uncertainties, so the safest strategy is to spend as little as possible. There is nothing wrong with that approach if you don’t mind going without for the benefit of your children. Read more...

It is not always easy to work efficiently and effectively when you run your own business. There are external pressures that can de-rail you from your purpose. Read more...

With thanks to the Ōtaki Lions Club, Haruatai Park is getting a biking facelift just in time for Christmas. Read more...

Kapiti Horowhenua Business Hall of Fame Inducts Two ‘Home Grown’ Business and Community Leaders
Two ‘born and bred’ and hugely successful local business and community leaders have been inducted into the Kapiti Horowhenua Business Hall of Fame. Read more...

Work to establish a raised pedestrian crossing on Poplar Avenue outside the Raumati Social Club and Gatsby Tapas is taking shape. Read more...

The Kāpiti Coast District Council has appointed Gary Simpson as Acting Chief Executive, who will start handover with Patrick Dougherty on Monday 27 November and will hold the position until a new Chief Executive starts in the role. Read more...

The paint is almost dry on Kāpiti Lights new mural ‘Metamorphic’. Artist Theo Arraj has been putting his talents to work over the last week and his winning concept now graces the back walls of 5 Coastlands Parade (opposite Kāpiti Cakes and Bakery). Read more...

The apparent impossibility of buying a first home has many young people questioning whether owning a property should still be part of long term financial plan. Does it really make sense to put aside other things in life such as travel, having children, paying off student loans or simply having fun, just to save a deposit and pay off a mortgage? Read more...

The Kāpiti Coast District Council has awarded $22,285 via Creative Communities Scheme funding grants to 15 local recipients. Read more...

Visitors to the Kāpiti Coast District Council’s Civic Building in Paraparaumu will notice a new customer services counter set up from Monday 30 October following changes to improve staff safety. Read more...

Waikanae residents are notifying Kāpiti Coast District Council to report that dogs being let off leashes in restricted areas are damaging local bird populations. Read more...

Three new iconic events will receive funding from the Kāpiti Major Events Fund this financial year.

The Kāpiti Coast Festival, Kāpiti Coast International Jazz Festival and Kāpiti Farmers’ Market will receive financial support to help establish their events in Kāpiti through the contestable funding round. Read more...

Completing the Kāpiti Expressway through to Levin is vital to ensure Kāpiti continues to grow and businesses feel confident investing in the region. Read more...

The Kāpiti Coast Council is almost halfway through its district-wide stormwater discharge survey.

Infrastructure Services Group Manger Sean Mallon says the survey will help inform future project planning around flood management. Read more...

The Kāpiti Coast District Council reminds art lovers that the Kāpiti Arts Trail kicks off next weekend, 28 and 29 November. Read more...

The Financial Markets Authority has given the go-ahead for personalised advice to be offered online. Such advice is referred to as ‘robo-advice’. Read more...

On 19 October, Kāpiti Coast District Council approved Private Plan Change 84 with amendments to the Operative District Plan which was requested by Kāpiti Coast Airport Holdings Limited. The airport holdings company requested the private plan change to alter the activity status of certain uses within the Airport Zones. Read more...

Kāpiti Coast District Mayor K Gurunathan is encouraging local residents to attend the Peka Peka to Ōtaki Expressway Information Days on 28 and 29 October to have their say on options for a new interchange north of Peka Peka and extending the Mackays to Peka Peka Cycleway, Walkway and Bridleway to Ōtaki.  Read more...

Newly-released rating revaluations for the Kāpiti district show strong increases in property values.

Mayor K Gurunathan says the rise in property values over the past three years reflects the very real appeal of the Kāpiti district. Read more...

The Kāpiti Coast District Council today heard from 13 submitters that asked to speak to their submission on the Maclean Park Draft Management Plan during a public hearing. Read more...

Kāpiti Coast District Council and Greater Wellington Regional Council (GWRC) met late last week in Paraparaumu to discuss how they could work together to face some of the most pertinent issues facing both councils today. Read more...

Between 4 September and 8 October, 238 Kāpiti residents and organisations had their say on whether Easter Sunday shop trading should be allowed on the Kāpiti Coast. Read more...

Stress is a natural response. In fact, it’s a necessary response. A little stress helps us to avoid dangerous situations and act when necessary. However, stress can become a problem when used irrationally. Read more...

Kāpiti Coast District Council has collaborated with the other local authorities in the region, Greater Wellington Regional Council, DOC and the Wellington Regional Economic Development Agency to produce the Wellington Regional Trails Framework. Read more...

Kāpiti residents are encouraged to have their say on how fee levels should be set to cover the costs of implementing recent amendments to the Resource Management Act locally. Read more...

Friday 13 October 2017 - Giving Kāpiti businesses the choice to open on Easter Sunday will align
our community with 25 other progressive District Councils around New Zealand who have already
adopted a local Easter Trading Policy. Read more...

Want a great weekend out exploring all the creativity the Kāpiti Coast has to offer? Then don’t miss the explosion of colour and vibrancy that is the Kāpiti Arts Trail. Read more...

One of the best ways to create substantial wealth is to set up your own business. However, not everybody has the skills, confidence or entrepreneurial flair to build a business from the ground up, or even to buy an existing business and grow it. Read more...

The Kāpiti Coast District Council is advising people to stay clear of the historical Ngatiawa Bridge site that crosses the Ngatiawa River in Reikorangi, following the bridge’s recent collapse. Read more...

Native bush restoration projects on the Kāpiti Coast have received a boost from the planting of 150 rimu trees that were grown from local seed. Read more...

The Kāpiti Coast District Council has passed a two-yearly review of its Building Consent Authority accreditation with flying colours. Read more...

The two month formal consultation period for Maclean Park’s Draft Management Plan is now closed. Read more...

Ōtaki will be one of the first areas to benefit from the Council’s switch to more energy-efficient street lighting. From Monday 9 October street lamps in Ōtaki will be replaced with new white light-emitting diode (LED) lights. Read more...

Managing finances can be very stressful, even if you are savvy with your money. A recent global survey by the Financial Planning Standards Board, an international body which oversees professional standards for financial planners, found that most people feel challenged by their finances. However, people who work with financial advisers feel better prepared to achieve their financial goals. Read more...

Kapiti Coast, Friday 6 October 2017 - Kapiti’s retail prospects are incredibly strong with a number of well-known national brands keen to establish themselves in the region, but are struggling to find potential owners to purchase and run local franchises on the Coast. Read more...

Locals have a day left to have their say on the future development of Maclean Park, the formal two-month consultation on the Draft Management Plan closing on Tuesday 3 October. Read more...

Work is expected to commence next week to establish a raised pedestrian crossing on Poplar Avenue outside the Raumati Social Club and Gatsby Tapas. Read more...

Kāpiti Coast District Council has recently completed several new sections of shared pathway between the Expressway and Raumati Beach Village as part of its Stride ‘n’ Ride Kāpiti Coast initiative, so now is a great time to remind people of the etiquette associated with these paths. Read more...

Yesterday the Kāpiti Coast District Council adopted the annual report for 2016/17, which sets out the work it’s done over the past year to continue delivering on its long term plan while providing a full range of services to the community. Read more...

In our consumerist society the basic tenet is the more we have to spend, the happier we will be. Research shows that, while there is a link between money and happiness, it is a weak one. However, it is possible to get more happiness for your money by making good decisions about what you do with it. Read more...

Kapiti Coast, Thursday 28th September 2017 -  Coastlands has announced Max Fashions will be opening in March 2018, with refurbishment of the site beginning in February. Read more...

Kāpiti Coast District Council Group Manager Regulatory Services Kevin Currie has announced that he will be retiring at the end of October to focus his attention on his family and on enjoying the Kāpiti Coast lifestyle. Read more...

We’ve had a good run in share markets since the Global Financial Crisis (GFC) of 2008. Initially this growth was underpinned by central banks engaging in quantitative easing – otherwise known as ‘printing money’. Central banks released funds into circulation through purchasing securities as a way of reducing the likelihood of economies going into recession after the GFC. Read more...

The Kāpiti Coast District Council has teamed up with the Kāpiti Coast Chamber of Commerce and Electra to host four events in early October aimed at dispelling the myth that it’s the young and tech savvy who are leading the way in creating new businesses and adding value to the workforce. Read more...

Limited to first 10 students - Starts Monday 2nd October. Ages 10-14 Read more...

It was pleasing to have so many entries from other clubs entered into this tournament, which is testament to Rex’s popularity Rex Hayes was a member of Kapiti Petanque club but was also known and respected by many throughout New Zealand.  He was a superb player and willingly provided coaching to others.   Read more...

Kāpiti Coast, Monday 18 September - Helping more young people be work ready is a priority for both
major parties in this year’s election, recognising the issues that communities like Kāpiti are tackling to
reduce youth unemployment. Read more...

If you have ever been uncertain what to do or how to help when you suspect family violence you may find this workshop useful. The workshop is led by the It’s Not OK campaign and shows people how they can offer help in family violence situations and what kind of helping works best.  This workshop is only available to women. Read more...

Kāpiti Coast District Council Chief Executive Pat Dougherty today announced his resignation, following his appointment as Chief Executive of Nelson City Council.  Read more...

There are two golden rules for creating wealth that stand out above all others. The first, and most important, is to Spend Less Than You Earn. The second is to Pay Yourself First (PYF). Under the PYF principle, you give yourself top priority when it comes to deciding how to spend your income. Pay Yourself First by transferring money into a savings or investment account before you pay your living expenses. Read more...

Kāpiti Coast District Council welcomes a taskforce report on local housing pressures and is keen to continue working with the community on solutions, including being a voice for the district in lobbying for change. Read more...

Next week a detour will be in place around Matai Road to allow contractors to install new kerb and channel safely, as part of the Raumati Road safety improvements. Read more...

The Kāpiti Coast District Council is encouraging locals to have their say on the future development of Maclean Park, with just over two weeks left in the two-month formal consultation period on the Draft Management Plan for the park. Read more...

Kapiti Coast, Wednesday 13th September 2017 -  Coastlands is celebrating Spring with reusable branded cups and bags when customers spend 20 dollars at any participating Coastlands retailer. Read more...

This year’s rating revaluation is a good chance for property owners to check their property details are up to date. Read more...

Your first acupuncture session will be between an hour to 75mins. Your practitioner will take a detailed account of your current condition and medical history and ask about medications and supplements that you are currently taking. If you are seeking ACC subsidised treatments you will need to bring your ACC45 number, or apply for one from your GP. Read more...

Whittaker’s is proud to have been named New Zealand’s ‘Most Loved Brand’ for the sixth consecutive year, sharing the number one spot with the All Blacks for the first time, in the annual Colmar Brunton ‘Brands I Love’ survey. Read more...

The Kāpiti Coast District Council is conducting a survey to gain a better understanding of what types of household waste people are putting in their rubbish bags and wheelie bins for collection each week. Read more...

“Given current challenges in education, and because this rich history is beginning to fade from living memory, ‘Tovey era’ stories need revisiting now more than ever… Read more...

Toyota New Zealand has built on the driving pleasure of its 86 sports coupé with a limited-edition ‘Chris Amon Edition’ GT86 which is available in a unique Solar Flare exterior colour. Read more...

Newly appointed members of the regional climate change board, Kāpiti Coast District Council Mayor K Gurunathan and Deputy Mayor Janet Holborow, say they will have plenty to sink their teeth into once they get hold of the yet-to-be released government climate change report that was leaked to media earlier this week. Read more...

One full-time manager, three part-time coordinators, and a combined 4000 volunteer hours later show that this has been a busy year for Zeal Kāpiti. Read more...

NCEA exams are on the horizon. This can be a stressful time.

The pressure to perform during exams generates huge amounts of stress and anxiety that inhibits peak performance and creates a nerve-wracking home and school environment. Read more...

The word ‘cash’ has a very different meaning now than it did a few decades ago but it is still a vital part of a financial plan. Cash provides liquidity; that is, money when you need it. Liquidity can take many different forms. It can be notes and coin, bank deposits, credit – such as revolving credit mortgage or a credit card – or a financial asset that can be quickly and easily sold, such as bonus bonds, corporate bonds, or shares. Ideally liquid assets should be available immediately if required, with no cost or risk of loss of value associated with access to the funds. Read more...

The Kāpiti Coast District Council is carrying out a survey of stormwater storage ponds in the district to identify their cleaning needs. Read more...

On Father’s Day Hoop Club Kapiti held their annual “Kids vs Dads” games at Hoop Club in Paraparaumu and in Otaki Read more...

The Kāpiti Coast District Council is once again seeking feedback on the wide range of services and facilities it provides. The quarterly residents’ opinion surveys help the Council to know if the services they provide are meeting the needs of Kāpiti locals. Read more...

Persistence and understanding the Law of Accumulation will help you achieve things you may never have thought possible. Read more...

Two very different theories exist as to how acupuncture works. According to Chinese philosophy, the body contains two opposing forces: yin and yang. When these forces are in balance, the body is healthy. Energy, called "qi" (pronounced "chee"), flows like rivers along pathways, or meridians, throughout the body. Read more...

The Kāpiti Coast economy continues to shine with GDP growth up 4.9% during the June year, 2.3% higher than the Wellington region and 2.1% higher than the national average over the same period. Read more...

Everybody creates a certain amount of income and during their lifetime by one means or another – through employment, investment or setting up a business. What you do with that income determines how financially successful you will be and ultimately impacts on your enjoyment of life. Read more...

From Monday 4 September, Kāpiti residents now have the opportunity to be heard about whether Easter Sunday shop trading should be allowed on the Kāpiti Coast. Read more...

Collection zones for kerbside recycling in Te Horo and Ōtaki have been extended.

Licensed operators will now collect materials for recycling from the roads between Ōtaki Gorge Road and Settlement Road east of SH1 in Te Horo, and the loop and side roads from Waitohu Valley Road to Rahui Road via Ringawhati Road in Ōtaki. Read more...

The future looks bright for Kāpiti as the district prepares to switch to the more energy-efficient street lighting.

Approximately 2,000 of the district’s 4,786 street lamps will be replaced with new white light-emitting diode (LED) lights over the next nine months. Read more...

Growing evidence shows that the downside of super-fast connectivity and ultra-fast broadband is producing an equivalent lift in cyber-attacks, NZTech chief executive Graeme Muller says. Read more...

Cross Town Derby Basketball Games – Kapiti College vs Paraparaumu College are all set down for Friday 1 September and Friday 8 September

The Rosanne Robinson Cup – Kapiti College Snr Girls vs Paraparaumu College Snr Girls will be played this Friday 1 September at Paraparaumu College 6.30pm Tip Off. Read more...

We need to correct a statement made by Victoria University earlier today. In a release promoting one of their art exhibitions, they said the Department of Conservation was going to triple the number of visitor permits issued to Kapiti Island from 10,000 per year to 30,000 and the current facilities are inadequate. Read more...

A new indoor arena for Wellington is a step closer today, with mayors instructing the region’s economic development agency to begin work towards a business case for the project. Read more...

Visa Wellington On a Plate (VWOAP) created and served 100+ events, 141 special menus, 123 burgers and 40+ cocktails from 11 to 27 August. New to the festival this year was the ‘Festival Dish’ at participating eateries. VWOAP is no typical food festival – it’s all about celebrating food as part of New Zealand’s culture as a region-wide culinary takeover. Read more...

Kapiti Now is launching a Marketplace for businesses who are looking for an affordable regular marketing platform that will be promoted to thousands of locals who follow Kapiti Now on Facebook or receive the Kapiti Now Newsletter which is distributed every Friday. Read more...

Six architecture students who are developing ideas for the Kapiti Gateway bio-security and visitor centre at Paraparaumu Beach are exhibiting their work-in-progress this weekend. Read more...

The Kapiti Food Fair has nearly hit 160 vendor sites which includes a wide range of vendors who produce and package their delicious products, ready to eat vendors who will operate under gazebo and in their food trucks, and those who will demonstrate a variety of food and beverage related products for consumer. Read more...

The Disability Information Centre, a not for profit charitable trust, will now be known as Well-Able to more closely reflect our values and a more positive outlook for our clients, focusing more on what we can all do rather than what we can’t. We are also going to be moving premises on Friday to 110 Rimu Road, Paraparaumu (opposite The Remedy drive through coffee place). It would be good to get the word out that we will be open as usual from Monday 4th September at our lovely new place. Monday to Friday 9am to 4pm. Read more...

It's time New Zealand seriously started to invest in promoting technology, the country’s third largest export industry and fastest growing sector of our economy, a leading New Zealand tech businessman say Read more...

If you are wondering if you could learn to draw - the answer is yes. Whats more drawing is actually really good for you! Read more...

The term 'pressure' means to press. All kinds of thoughts, situations, expectations and demands press on us as we go about our day. The demands can come from others (workload, work related responsibilities, performance targets etc.) or they can be demands we put on ourselves (I need to .... , I must ..... , I have to .....). Read more...

Hi, I’m Belinda and I’m an advocate for women’s health. As the sole distributor for Drion to New Zealand, I am passionate about the product and have experienced the amazing effects that the Drion product range has had on my own health, as well as the lives of my clients. Read more...

Two aging bridges at Kaitawa Reserve are about to get a well-needed makeover, and Council is taking a new approach by using a product that’s made from recycled plastic bags. Read more...

Friday, 25 August 2017 - National and Labour have both committed to more local health services if elected, following strong support for the Kāpiti Community Hospital Petition. Read more...

Conventional wisdom says the first significant step towards creating wealth is to get on the property ladder. However, it’s hard for young people to start creating wealth when property prices are out of reach and lending restrictions are tight. Not only that, but young people prefer to be mobile and don’t necessarily want to be tied down by owning a property. So what are the alternatives? Read more...

Changes to car parking in the Waikanae town centre next month will make it easier for people to park and access businesses and services located in the area. Read more...

This winter is turning out to be one of the wettest on record and the rainfall on Kāpiti Coast has made a lot of people’s outlooks and properties soggy. Read more...

New Zealand farmers and companies are starting to use Internet of Things (IoT) sensors, data analytics and automation to decrease impact on New Zealand rivers, a leading national tech expert says. Read more...

The weather forecast predicted rain and strong wind, so naturally the usual camouflage gear was donned, complete with gumboots and some bright green Gubba overshoes. It turned out not too badly, as the promised strong wind and heavy rain stayed away and gentle showers and light wind prevailed. Read more...

The 2017 Ratepayers’ Report shows Kāpiti Coast District Council continues to perform strongly in terms of operating costs per ratepayer, ranking second-lowest in the country. Read more...

The New Zealand School of Dance (NZSD), is celebrating 50 years of training and inspiring world class professional young dancers. Show attendees will be moved and inspired in this year's contemporary solo season ONCE. Read more...

Plans to build a new purpose-built integrated Public Gallery and Library in Waikanae are being put on hold as the Council re-evaluates its plans. Read more...

Kāpiti youth will be encouraged to explore opportunities to work for the Kāpiti Coast District Council at next week’s Work Ready Youth & Employer Mixer Evening. Read more...

The Kāpiti Coast District Council has appointed five members to its Public Art Panel. Read more...

The Kāpiti Coast District Council’s plans to start building the replacement seawall along The Parade in Paekākāriki this financial year have been delayed. Read more...

A recent audit of the New Zealand Transport Agency’s investment in the Kāpiti Coast District Council’s land transport programme has found Council procurement and financial practices to be in good shape. Read more...

The Kāpiti Coast District Council is calling for big thinking artists and creatives to stamp their mark on Kāpiti Lights.

The Kāpiti Lights area is being upgraded as part of the Council’s work to transform and improve the Paraparaumu town centre. The upgrade aims to make the area more pedestrian friendly and help create a setting that supports new and existing shops to thrive. Read more...

A run of wet weather over that last month has slowed down progress to widen Waitohu Valley Road in Ōtaki. Read more...

New Zealand Police and New Zealand Cricket have been honoured at RiskNZ’s annual awards in Wellington last night for their exemplary efforts in managing and mitigating risk management. Read more...

If you are serious about getting ahead financially, then getting rid of debt should be one of your top priorities. Short term debt is the worst kind as it generally has very high interest rates and high repayments. It comes about for three reasons – an unexpected expense, sudden loss of income or long-term overspending. Here are five steps that will help you get rid of short term debt faster: Read more...

A gated emergency vehicle only access crossing will be established across the railway line in Waikanae to ensure access to Waikanae East is retained in the event of the Elizabeth Street level crossing being obstructed. Read more...

The Council’s Operations and Finance Committee today approved changes to the capital expenditure programme for the 2017/18 financial year, reducing it to a level that better reflects the amount of work that can realistically be delivered within a year. Read more...

Did you know that America celebrates National Relaxation Day? What a fantastic idea! This year America celebrated National Relaxation Day on August 15. Read more...

The Wellington Regional Economic Development Agency, with support from the Kāpiti Coast District Council and the Kāpiti Coast Chamber of Commerce, is hosting an event for businesses that need help attracting tech talent. Read more...

Work to upgrade the intersection of Te Moana Road and Park Avenue to improve pedestrian and cyclist safety and accessibility is almost complete. Read more...

Two University of Canterbury MBA students are heading to Paris as the only New Zealand team to compete in the finals of the Schneider Electric global competition Go Green in the City 2017. Read more...

New Zealand is seeing a substantial increase in demand from the older ageing population for fitness, exercise and personal trainers, according to ExerciseNZ chief executive Richard Beddie. Read more...

Kiwi companies are queueing up to do business with Vietnam and other similar sized Asian countries, a leading New Zealand tech businessman says. Read more...

School children all over New Zealand on Tuesday will be part of a world record setting event to get the most kids coding in 24 hours. Read more...

Students from Raumati South School have been crowned Junior team champions in the annual School Mastermind Competition, while a group from Paekākāriki School has taken the honours in the Senior team category. Read more...

The Council has installed wheel stops on car parks outside the Paraparaumu Bridge Club on Brett Ambler Way. Read more...

Work commenced this week to establish a right-turn bay on Poplar Avenue for traffic turning into Leinster Avenue from the east. Read more...

The Kāpiti Coast economy is going from strength to strength with GDP growth up 3.8 per cent during the year to March 2016, 1.3 per cent higher than the national average for New Zealand over the same period. Read more...

If you’re a low-income homeowner, then you could be eligible for help with paying your rates.

The Kāpiti Coast District Council is on hand to provide information and advice to applicants for the 2017/18 funding round the Department of Internal Affairs rates rebates scheme, which is now open. Read more...

When it comes to print, Printroom Kapiti have expert technical staff and operators who know how to combine advanced printing technology with the very best materials at competitive prices. Read more...

New Zealand, Friday 11 August - Securely’s commitment to outstanding customer service has seen one its staff members nominated for a top award at the NZ Security Industry Awards, to be held at Te Papa on the 25th of August. Read more...

This week I had an unexpected opportunity to put some of the stress and anxiety reducing techniques in my Anxiety Solutions Toolkit into practice. Read more...

A leading New Zealand artist, Auckland’s Rewa Walia, will soon feature in one of the world’s biggest digital online art exhibition. Read more...

Kapiti residents have been told there is little chance of respite from the expressway noise in the medium term. Read more...

With a bit of luck and hard work, you will arrive at retirement with a pot of money to supplement your income from NZ Superannuation and allow you to live comfortably. The problem is, so many uncertainties lie ahead. How long will you live? How much money will you need? What will your investment returns be? Where should you invest your money? Read more...

Three quarters of New Zealanders believe more funding for health and medical research should be a government priority and that the government should invest more funding in health research, according to a survey just released. Read more...

Wednesday 9 August 2017 - Economic growth, infrastructure and youth employment are high on the Kāpiti Coast Chamber of Commerce’s agenda for 2017, according to its election manifesto released this week. Read more...

UPPER CASE lower case
A photographic exploration into an industry-turned-craft — Letterpress
by Catherine Adam. Read more...

BNZ and PwC New Zealand are pleased to announce a new scholarship programme established at the University of Canterbury to honour former BNZ Board Chairman and respected PwC Managing Partner John Waller, ONZM, FCA. Read more...

The University of Canterbury will bestow former Prime Minister and UC alumnus Rt Hon Sir John Key with a Doctor of Commerce (honoris causa) honorary degree at an official Graduation ceremony on Friday 15 December. Read more...

This morning I heard Jacinda Adern, the newly elected leader of the Labour Party respond to a question by Guy Espinner, stating that she is a pragmatic idealist. I’ve never heard these terms put together in this way. What is a pragmatic idealist? The two words seem diametrically opposed! Read more...

Kāpiti Coast District Council is calling for applications for the Creative Communities Scheme, with the current funding round set to close on Friday 18 August. Read more...

The Kāpiti Coast District Council is inviting applications for the Kāpiti Major Events Fund. Read more...

Kāpiti Coast community boards are in the process of weighing up the diverse views of their respective communities as they prepare to make a recommendation to the Council on renaming State Highway 1 (SH1). Read more...

When you wake up do you immediately start thinking about all the things you've got to do, all the problems you're struggling to overcome, all the deadlines you're facing? How does all that thinking make you feel? You probably want to climb back into bed and pull the sheets over your head. Read more...

Emotions and investment are best kept apart. Put them together and you have the ingredients of a disappointing investment outcome, if not a failure. The best investment decision is one which is based on thorough financial analysis using well founded assumptions about the future. There are some investment decisions where emotions are more likely to get in the way. Read more...

Work commenced this week to restore the Arawa Street beach access point at Raumati Beach that was damaged in the July 2016 storm event. Read more...

Kāpiti foodies are in for a treat this month with Visa Wellington On a Plate featuring local eateries, produce and events. Mayor K Gurunathan says it's great to have Kāpiti involved in the festival event. Read more...

The Kāpiti Coast District Council is encouraging locals to have their say on the future development of Maclean Park, now that a two-month formal consultation period on the Draft Management Plan for the park has opened. Read more...

A total of 92 percent of New Zealanders do not want their nation to follow President Donald Trump’s lead and withdraw from the Paris Climate Change Agreement set in 2015. Read more...

A national rural organisation says it is concerned the public may believe nothing is happening in suicide prevention training. Read more...

Thank you! We have had a fantastic response to the launch of Work Ready Kāpiti, with support and emails coming in from employers, wider community groups and young people who are all keen to get on board. Read more...

Andrea Hancox, NZTech’s national director of government relations, says the whole world faces the issue of attracting and retaining women in tech and introducing tech to young women as a choice of career. Read more...

The Wages Protection & Contractors Liens Act Repeal Act 1987 states that a person or business repairing or improving goods this could include mechanic or a computer repair business is entitled to a lien over the repaired goods for payment of that work. In effect the lien gives the repairer the right to retain possession of the goods until the account is paid Read more...

Tuesday 2 August 2017 - Air New Zealand has congratulated Kāpiti on its growing momentum and says
the airline is committed to working with stakeholders to grow tourism in the region. Read more...

The word failure is often used to describe a situation in which your desired goals were not realized at a specific point in time. There are many reasons that could have played a part in your goal not being realized and absolutely none of them have to do with your value as a person. Read more...

We are asking for your support for Daffodil Day 2017. Daffodil Day is the major fundraiser for the Cancer Society as the Cancer Society does not receive any Government funding. Read more...

A leading digital health expert says the New Zealand health sector is still slow to embrace the tech world. Read more...

New Zealand cannot hide from the tyranny of distance anymore as it faces a multitude of threats similar to any other developed nation, an international risk management expert and University of Auckland senior lecturer Dr Bridgette Sullivan-Taylor says. Read more...

The Wellington Region Emergency Management Office (WREMO), in conjunction with Kāpiti Coast District Council and the local New Zealand Defence Force (NZDF) Civil Defence Response Group (CDRG), recently ran a joint Civil Defence Emergency Management planning session at the Kāpiti Coast District Council Emergency Operations Centre (EOC).
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It is natural for parents to want to give their children a good start in life, and often parents will have a financial goal of saving for their children’s education. There are two key questions to be aske Read more...

Applications for Kāpiti Coast District Council’s annual waste reduction grants are now open.

There are two different types of grants: waste levy funds for community projects and waste levy funds for new technologies and seed funding. Read more...

Council will be giving the community the opportunity to consider an Easter Sunday Trading policy for Kāpiti. Read more...

The University of Canterbury (UC) and IBM Research are bringing together their collaborative brain power to develop better computer modelling for the human brain in a new joint study agreement. Read more...

Dragon speech recognition software is a great tool for improving productivity in the workplace. Read more...

The Kāpiti Coast District Council is reminding dog owners to make sure they’ve registered their pet by next Monday 31 July. It is a legal requirement to register your dog annually and Council is responsible for ensuring all dogs are registered. Read more...

Health Minister Jonathan Coleman says a new website and social media campaign will help encourage women to have regular cervical smear tests and mammograms. Read more...

Living up to New Zealand’s reputation as a standout digital nation, the tech sector and the government will stage a major international tech summit in Auckland next year, NZTech chief executive Graeme Muller says. Read more...

The Kapiti Food Fair has 126 vendor sites booked so far and growing weekly. “We are super delighted with this result and are encouraging vendors to book sooner rather than later so we can carefully manage the site map and broader marketing campaign,” says Helene Judge, co-owner of the Fair. Read more...

A not-for-profit initiative to help 16-25 year olds to gain the skills required to secure local employment has been launched on the Kāpiti Coast. Read more...

New Zealand has a major problem committing to active participation, ExerciseNZ chief executive Richard Beddie says.

Too many of the government messages in the early 2000s focused on slogans such as walk to the bus stop when that was never the answer to the looming inactivity, diabetes and obesity issues, Beddie says. Read more...

The Kāpiti Coast District Council’s animal management team is reminding Kāpiti dog owners that the deadline to register their furry friends is close. Registration payments are due by 31 July – that’s next Monday. Read more...

Kāpiti Coast District Council is inviting the community to visit their stand in Coastlands Mall next week to find out more about its work to make the most of the opportunities the expressways bring to the district. Read more...

Council recently invited political party representatives to a briefing on how they’ll be able to use electoral signage around Kāpiti in the lead up to the September election. Read more...

Works to improve safety and accessibility on Raumati Road continue. Infrastructure Services Group Manager Sean Mallon says contractors have made some progress over the past fortnight but rain continues to cause set-backs. Read more...

Getting to a financial position where early retirement is a real possibility is not as difficult as it may seem. There are three key ingredients to being able to retire early; spending less, saving more and starting to invest as soon as possible. Read more...

At the Wellington Petanque Association’s annual general meeting, two local residents were granted life membership Read more...

A reminder for Paraparaumu residents who live in tsunami evacuation zones. For the next four Sundays – 30 July, 6 August, 13 August, 20 August – the Kāpiti Coast District Council will be door-knocking with help from Red Cross, Volunteer Kāpiti, WREMO and MCDEM to help Kāpiti get tsunami ready. Read more...

Local businesses will have the opportunity to hear first-hand about Air New Zealand’s plans for Kapiti at a special business briefing being hosted next week by the Kapiti Coast Chamber of Commerce. Read more...

I am very pleased to announce Averill Maher as a working business partner with Kapiti Now. Averill will be helping to build our business incubator and marketing collective, as well as helping to facilitate our monthly meetings. Read more...

Minister for Primary Industries Nathan Guy has confirmed 46 new animal welfare regulations will be developed this year. Read more...

A University of Canterbury PhD student is using milk protein to 3D-imprint muscle and bone cells and one day she hopes her research may be used to regrow missing body parts. Read more...

In your personal life or business life, you may need to change the way you are approaching things if you want to take big steps forward. In fact, if you are not making progress in leaps and bounds then it is time to embrace the science of the quantum leap. Read more...

Hoop Club Paraparaumu - Restarts for Term 3 2017 Sunday 6 August and runs through to Sunday 24 September
Hoop Club in Otaki restarts for Term 3 on Sunday 30 July and runs through to Sunday 24 September Read more...

Whittaker’s new Destinations Collection showcases the finest ingredients from around the world combined with Whittaker’s delicious chocolate. This exciting new range gives Whittaker’s Chocolate Lovers a chance to enjoy a taste of India, Canada, Italy and Nicaragua with hero ingredients for each sourced from world-class producers in those locations. Read more...

The last few years before you stop working are crucial for setting yourself up for a fantastic retirement. They need careful planning to achieve your goals. Of course, with more people now working past the age of 65 it is not always possible to plan towards a specific retirement date. Here are the most important things to do. Read more...

New Zealand Communities are set to get a boost in funding to help provide a range of services and conserve some of our most precious taonga thanks to the Lottery Grants Board. Read more...

The passionate volunteers of Guardians of the Kapiti Marine Reserve took out the Supreme Award for the Kapiti District. The Guardians promote the conservation and protection of the Kapiti Marine Reserve and surrounding environment. The Reserve is home to abundant sea life including blue moki, kingfish, seals and dolphins, along with top Dive Spots including the Hole-in-the-Wall underwater archway. Read more...

Decked out in bold, brawny accessories, the Hilux Gladiator Concept vehicle turned plenty of heads during the 2017 Mystery Creek Fieldays®, near Hamilton. Read more...

The Henry Gray Memorial Cup - Kapiti College Old Boys & All Star Team vs Kapiti College Snr Boys A Team was played on Saturday 8 July at Kapiti College Gym. Read more...

Given the dire weather predictions, our decision to hold the melee on Tuesday 11th July was fortuitous. The sun was shining most of the time and the colourful, French inspired clothing, added to the scene. Read more...

Kapiti Coast, Tuesday 11th July 2017 - Several international businesses have announced their arrival into Kapiti, with the area recently announced as a platform for growth by the Prime Minister. Read more...

Health Minister Jonathan Coleman has welcomed the generosity of Wellington benefactor Mark Dunajtschik, who will build and gift a new $50 million children’s hospital for the region. Read more...

Here there is much goodness—one very good and strong lady who is leading such good community action to save our planet and all the species that exist upon it accompanied by my good chance to have the opportunity to photograph her in action. Read more...

This week the Council finished and opened the first section of the Paekākāriki Connection Track, a walkway that aims to provide a safer passage through a bush setting, between Paekākāriki and the popular Te Araroa Escarpment walking track. Read more...

Over the coming days and weeks, Raumati Road users and residents can expect roundabout works to pick up, after Council met with senior contractor representatives to agree on increased resourcing and longer hours for the works. Read more...

Wi Parata Reserve reopened earlier this week, following on from safety improvements to avoid the danger of falling Astelia from the trees. Read more...

Kāpiti Coast residents have the oppotunity to get hands on over the next couple of weeks, with No8 Wire Week offering a number of local events aimed at encouraging community resilience, DIY resourcefulness and environmental responsibility. Read more...

The Coastlands Aquatic Centre lifeguard team has come first-equal with the Tawa Pool team at today’s Wellington Region Lifeguard Competition. Read more...

Throughout life there are various points where key financial decisions need to be made that involve a substantial amount of money or which can take you off on a different path Read more...

We all experience stress at one stage or another and it can make our lives miserable. Fortunately there are many treatments and techniques that you can practice to get your stress level back under control, including hypnotherapy. Read more...

New Zealand’s top food innovation network is helping fast rising clean-tech company Hydroxsys with its amazing water extraction technologies aimed at mining, dairy and other industries that need water extraction or remediation. Read more...

The role of genetics, and how it relates to people’s nutrition, exercise and health is an absolute game changer when it comes to Kiwis improving their lives, a leading New Zealand exercise expert says. Read more...

Jacinta Beckley (Kapiti Basketball player) is home from the USA for the USA Summer Holidays. Jacinta gained a fully paid basketball scholarship to Seattle University USA. Read more...

A leading New Zealand digital health specialist says it is not a matter of if but when a major cyber-attack will cause massive disruption to the country’s health sector. Read more...

University of Canterbury researchers looking into strategies for addressing dyslexia and related language learning disabilities have been awarded $350,000 in funding by the National Science Challenge, A Better Start, in partnership with the child health research charity Cure Kids. Read more...

Matariki will come to the Main Street of Ōtaki this Friday, 7 July, with a family-friendly celebration of the Māori New Year kicking off at 6pm. Read more...

The Kāpiti Community Food Bank is once again open to the public after working with Kāpiti Coast District Council and the Transport Agency to set up in new temporary premises. Read more...

Kiwi singer-songwriter and Toyota New Zealand ambassador, Jason Kerrison, has released a song – Humming along - to celebrate Emirates Team New Zealand’s victory in the America’s Cup. Read more...

While the Kāpiti Coast District Council 20-year plan doesn’t need to be in place until mid-2018, we’re calling for early input from Kāpiti locals. Read more...

The fences are up, digging has begun and the upgrade of Kāpiti Lights is underway. Read more...

The New Zealand Film Commission (NZFC) is pleased to announce the recipients of the Ramai Hayward Directors' Scholarship for wahine Māori. Read more...

New Zealand Institute of Professional Photography (NZIPP) ran their annual awards in June this year.
This is the country’s most prestigious event for photographers and featured the best of the best from around the country.

Karolina Stus one of our talented local photographers scooped a number of awards. Read more...

Isaac is a boy from Kapiti who has gained an Academic scholarship - to Dartmouth University USA Read more...

It is predicted that within three years 100 percent of all effective IoT efforts will be supported by cognitive or artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities, a landmark New Zealand IoT Alliance study says. Read more...

When I was researching my book 7 Ways to Reduce Anxiety in 7 Minutes or Less I collected a large number of simple, effective, and quick to apply techniques that can help reduce the level of stress we experience. One super easy technique that didn’t make it into the book is one I use many times a day because it’s so effective at quietening the mind. The technique involves taking conscious control of your tongue. Read more...

A landmark pay equity deal is just one of a number of government policy changes coming into effect tomorrow that deliver for New Zealanders, Prime Minister Bill English says. Read more...

Your retirement years should be the best years of your life. With life expectancy increasing, the average person can expect to live to around 90, so retiring at 65 means you will spend over a quarter of your life not working. You can choose for that period of life to be ordinary; or you can choose for it to be extraordinary. Read more...

Introducing the fantastic new book for children, actually written by a child! Young eleven-year old New Zealand author, Ben Spies, publishes his second fiction title for children Read more...

An historic and landmark national research study estimates the roll out of IoT (internet of things) is likely to produce a benefit for the New Zealand economy of billions of dollars. The study found that just across a mere nine common IoT applications the potential net benefit over 10 years could be $2.2 billion in present value terms. Read more...

Tim Brown's project 'The Phonic Posse' set up to help local musicians is also proving to be a winner for other community charities and groups. Read more...

Kāpiti Coast District Council took out the Overall Award for Outstanding Performance in Carbon Management (Large Organisation) at Enviro-Mark Solutions’ Outstanding Performance Awards night in Auckland on Tuesday 6 June 2017. Read more...

Kāpiti Coast District Council and local iwi will launch the annual Maramataka on Monday 26 June with an official ceremony in the Council chambers. Read more...

Last Friday, Ōtaki Beach kids got the green light to jump aboard the brand new pirate ship that features in the Council’s latest playground upgrade at Tasman Road Reserve. Read more...

A reminder for Ōtaki residents who live in the tsunami evacuation zones. Next Sunday 2 July the Kāpiti Coast District Council will be door-knocking with help volunteers to help Kāpiti get tsunami ready. Paekakariki will follow on from that, with door-knockers calling around on Sunday 23 July. Read more...

In the book The Upside Of Stress Kelly McGonigal refers to a 1990s study in which a group of Stanford University college students were given the task of keeping a daily journal over the winter break. Read more...

There is something about human nature that makes us wired to believe that anything which is scarce or available only for a limited time is something we must have, despite the price. It’s called FOMO – Fear of Missing Out – and it is without doubt the biggest driver of poor financial decisions. Everywhere you look there are examples of selling tactics that prey on our FOMO insecurities. Read more...

Greater Wellington Regional Council is looking for spade aid this weekend – it wants the people of Kapiti to dig deep for the future by planting 5000 trees in Queen Elizabeth Park in just four hours. Read more...

Hi, This is my first ever blog. I'm going to make this a regular way of connecting with all of my great clients and supporters. So, the subject of my first blog is a cause close to my heart. Read more...

Zeal has secured almost $1,000,000 of funding to open our newest facility in Kāpiti - continuing our mission of inspiring every young New Zealander through creativity. Read more...

KĀPITI COAST, Thursday 22nd June 2017 - An Infometrics report commissioned by the Kāpiti Coast District Council has revealed new insights into the Kāpiti Coast’s booming self-employed business community, with house construction taking the lead as industry of choice. Read more...

If exercise was considered a sport, it would be the biggest sport in New Zealand, by more than 50 percent, Exercise New Zealand chief executive Richard Beddie says. Read more...

The latest feature at Raumati’s Matthews Park underwent its final preparations last week, with line-marking completed on a new basketball court. Read more...

Road improvements and maintenance are in full swing on Raumati Road, with roundabout works ramping up and road repairs taking place over the coming weeks. Read more...

Works have kicked off in Wi Parata Reserve to make changes to the layout of tracks to improve safety and avoid the danger of falling Astelia from the trees. Read more...

Becoming an expert in your field is easier than you think. Read more...

Visa Wellington On a Plate is getting ready to warm up Winter with two weeks of food related fun from 11 to 27 August. 100+ events, 100+ special menus, 100+ burgers and 40+ cocktails, and a new Festival Dish Award at participating eateries. Read more...

Unfortunately, in general, we men are not very good at looking after our health. Here are some of the facts you can find on the Men’s Health Week website: Read more...

It goes without saying that one of the reasons entrepreneurs are successful at growing wealth is that they are risk takers. Some entrepreneurs argue that in fact there is little risk in what they do, because they fully analyse the financial implications of their wealth-building strategies before they part with their money Read more...

Following recent exhibitions in Wellington, local artist Tania Dally has her latest work on display at her Raumati Beach studio gallery on the weekend of 24, 25 June. Read more...

At least 22 health nationwide organisations have been inundated with the rural community seeking advice from the landmark health hub at New Zealand’s Fieldays in Hamilton this week. Read more...

The Kāpiti Coast District Council today agreed the contents of the annual plan for 2017/18, which will result in an average rates increase of 5.7%. Read more...

New Zealand’s primary industries need to latch on to technology faster to support the economic growth of its agri sector and become a world leader in a fast growing agritech market, NZTech chief executive Graeme Muller says. Read more...

Do you have in place terms of trade and procedures for the handling any overdue accounts or slower payers. Read more...

Kapiti Coast, Tuesday 13 June 2017 - Reality TV Personality and Kapiti Functional HIIT owner, Elise Niu is giving away free group training sessions in Kapiti as part of Men’s Health Week 2017. Read more...

The team at Coastlands Aquatic Centre in Paraparaumu has good reason to crow at the moment, with some fantastic feedback coming through in its 2017 customer satisfaction survey and a national accessibility outfit naming it New Zealand’s number one aquatic centre for accessible facilities. Read more...

Last week, Kāpiti Coast District Council Chief Executive Pat Dougherty was recognised with a Silver Ministerial Award for Significant Contribution to Civil Defence at the Civil Defence Emergency Management Awards in Wellington. Read more...

A leading Kiwi tech expert has slammed New Zealand’s slow progress to embrace technology. Read more...

New Zealand guys need to get out and start exercising more or the severe preventable death rate will continue to soar, a leading national exercise expert says. Read more...

Over 250 locals have had their say on what they want to see for the future long-term development of Maclean Park in Paraparaumu. Read more...

A leading Kiwi tech expert has slammed New Zealand’s slow progress to embrace technology. Read more...

There are very few people who, if offered a 50% guaranteed return on their money, would turn it down, particularly with investment returns being so low at present. Yet every June, thousands of people miss such an opportunity by failing to realise that their KiwiSaver contributions are less than what is required to get the full Member Tax Credit. Read more...

A fledgling, cutting-edge cyber security Wellington company has launched a virtual chief information security officer (vCISO) service aimed at helping New Zealand businesses to respond as cyber-crime begins to bite. Read more...

Whether you are in business or wanting to build a network to increase career options here are a few simple steps to help you get started – even if you are a naturally shy person. Read more...

Work will begin next week on the first stage of the Paekākāriki Connection Track, a gravel walkway that aims to provide a safer walkway between Paekākāriki and the Escarpment Track. Read more...

The last issue of Rugby prints from Internationally reknown Wellington artist Michel Tuffery has just been released. The perfect gift for that Rugby mad person in your house. Read more...

Applications for the 2016/2017 rates rebates and water rates remissions are now open. Read more...

There is an emerging socio-economic class which I call Fifty and Broke (FAB). FABs are post- baby boomers, from a generation of divorce, serial relationships, corporate restructuring, multiple career changes, consumerism, and increased longevity. Many people suffer at least one crisis during their lives, such as relationship breakdown, redundancy, business failure, bankruptcy, mental health problems or a serious illness such as cancer. Such crises are a test of resilience. Read more...

Kāpiti Coast District Councillors are unanimous in their decision to trim back a macrocarpa hedge that is restricting visibility for vehicles and public access to a nearby bus stop on Te Moana Road. Read more...

This week’s post is prompted by the fact that May 31 was World Smokefree Day (WSFD), internationally known as World No Tobacco Day. Read more...

Over the past few weekends, the Kāpiti Coast District Council has teamed up with Red Cross, local Civil Defence volunteers, Volunteer Kāpiti and other community groups to help Kāpiti get tsunami ready. Door-knocking in the Waikanae and Peka Peka tsunami zones is complete and now residents are invited to attend an emergency preparedness drop-in session next Wednesday 7 June from 7pm at the Waikanae Uniting Church Hall. Read more...

The launch next week of the New Zealand Artificial Intelligence (AI) Forum is a strong sign Kiwi tech companies are keen to not just get onboard the burgeoning AI industry, they want to lead from the front, Forum chair Stu Christie says. Read more...

A number of Kiwis struggle to keep active and healthy when winter temperatures plummet, but a leading New Zealand exercise expert says gym membership numbers actually go up in winter. Read more...

The hit TV show 13 Reasons Why has been the most sought-after top 10 digital show in New Zealand over the last 30 days, Hollywood-based Kiwi artificial intelligence company Parrot Analytics says. Read more...

From Tuesday 6 to Friday 16 June the Council will be carrying out road maintenance and resurfacing work at night on Kāpiti Road and Raumati Road in the following locations: Read more...

Do you believe you’re not good enough?

“I am me. In all the world there is no one else exactly like me. There are persons who have parts like me, but no one who adds up exactly like me. Therefore, everything that comes out of me is authentically mine, because I alone chose it.” ~ Virginia Satir Read more...

For young singles with a reasonably good income, life is full of possibilities. There is a lifetime ahead with many choices and opportunities along the way and plenty of time to recover from any mistakes made. However, choice can create uncertainty and confusion. It can be very hard to set goals when there are so many possible opportunities and unknowns. A financial plan is a set of strategies that help you achieve goals and without goals, it is hard to plan. Read more...

A reminder for Waikanae and Peka Peka residents who live in the tsunami evacuation zones. This Sunday the Kāpiti Coast District Council will be door-knocking with help from Red Cross, Volunteer Kāpiti, WREMO and MCDEM to help Kāpiti get tsunami ready. Once we’ve finished door-knocking these communities, our door-knockers will take a break over Queen’s Birthday before moving on to Raumati. Read more...

Work to widen Waitohu Valley Road to address safety concerns raised by residents through the 2016/17 Annual Plan process will get underway next week. Read more...

In early 2016 a friend of mine, who suffers from pain attacks, came up with the Idea to visualize all sorts of usually hidden, invisible illnesses, via Photography.
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Artificial Intelligence or AI is fast being used to make people more efficient and it will touch every element of New Zealanders’ lives from better healthcare and education to faster service and more personalised products, tech leader Stu Christie says. Read more...

Barely five percent of New Zealand companies have taken out cyber insurance, despite a predicted rise in ransomware and other cyber issues, a leading New Zealand specialist underwriting agency says. Read more...

We have all heard that saying. “For Less than a cup of Coffee” or “For less than a dollar a day”

Well my answer to that is that one size does not fit all and as individuals all our needs are different. Read more...

KAPITI COAST, TUESDAY 23 MAY 2017 - An intimate blessing at Coastlands’ Takiri House, acted as an important remembrance and reflection of the history of Takiri and Coastlands within the Kapiti community. Read more...

Mobile operating theatre units will soon significantly help struggling New Zealand hospitals during periods of high patient surgery demands, Mobile Health chief executive Mark Eager says. Read more...

We have been working hard on launching our latest community initiative 'Kapiti Boomerang Bags' and here it is!! BB's is a grass roots idea that has taken the world by storm. It involves community groups getting together, taking second-hand fabric and up-cycling it into reusable bags to help eliminate the plastic bag. To date, the Boomerang Bag initiative has made 79,953 bags globally - that's equal to 43.9 million plastic bags replaced!! Read more...

Visitors to the Kāpiti i-SITE visitor information centre can now view dynamic underwater video footage from the Kāpiti Marine Reserve following the recent installation of a permanent display. Read more...

The Council is upgrading Te Moana Road and Park Avenue intersection to improve pedestrian and cyclist safety and accessibility. Read more...

Over the last couple of months I’ve written a number of posts about work related stress. Yesterday I had the pleasure of speaking on this topic to the Wellington Leadership Meetup Group. The title of my presentation was How leaders/managers can identify and help staff who are experiencing stress. Read more...

If you haven’t already provided feedback on the future of Maclean Park, there’s still time. The Kāpiti Coast District Council is working with the community to decide on the long-term future development of the park. Read more...

It’s been a double celebration for the Puka family of Lower Hutt this week, as father and daughter donned matching gowns and trenchers to graduate from Victoria University of Wellington. Read more...

Opening a bank account and buying and selling investments are not such simple processes as they were a few years ago. Now you must provide formal photo identification such as a passport or driver’s licence, proof of address, and, if you are transacting a large sum of money, evidence of how you came to have the money. Read more...

Every year Hoop Club Kapiti hold their annual “Kids vs Mums” games at Hoop Club on Mother’s Day. This is something our players really look forward too. Read more...

Emergency ambulance crews are under greater pressure in remote areas of New Zealand as ambulance staff should provide more robust emergency response services, a rural health leader says. Read more...

Acupuncture is an ancient healing practice that is fast becoming an integral part of mainstream medicine worldwide. In China, where acupuncture originated over 3,000 years ago, acupuncture is fully integrated within the hospital system. Read more...

One of New Zealand’s leading Maori health companies, Navilluso, has again been recognised for its enormous work helping people’s health all over New Zealand. Read more...

Check out Kimbra Taylor’s blog. She updates it regularly and it includes her philosophy on art, teaching and the nature of mind. Kimbra has spent years researching the double hemisphere brain, how it impacts on our lives and how we can come to terms with it, optimizing its best and most powerful characteristics. Read more...

New Zealand tech exporters are likely to benefit from an accelerating market in Japan following this coming week’s economic and trade trip lead by Prime Minister Bill English, NZTech chief executive Graeme Muller says. Read more...

This weekend the largest ever ransomware attack in the world has been hitting computer systems of private and public organisations in hundreds of countries, NZTech chief executive Graeme Muller says. Read more...

A set of psychiatric scales designed to measure mental health difficulties experienced by severely maltreated children is creating new possibilities for treatment and support around the world. Read more...

Work to upgrade the footpath on the north side of Poplar Avenue between Matai Road and Glen Road is underway. The project involves removing the existing footpath and replacing it with a new 2.5 metre shared path. Read more...

Forty people took advantage of the Council's joint initiative with The Warehouse and Kāpiti Plunket last Thursday to have the child restraints in their cars checked out as part of Road Safety Week. Read more...

Check your bank account and you are sure to find lots of small transactions that average at least $20 a day. A coffee, lunch, snacks, a beer or wine after work; each transaction is low in value but combined they can add up to a significant sum. Money can only be spent once and should be spent on what gives you the most satisfaction. It helps to have a clear understanding of how else money could be spent now and in the future so the best choice can be made. Let’s look at what else $20 a day could be used for over a period of five years. Read more...

The Council has put up new signs at Paraparaumu Beach in an effort to stop people driving in prohibited zones.

The signs have been placed at the boat launching area of the beach to make it clearer that people should avoid driving there unless launching or retrieving a boat. More signs are planned for beaches in the rest of the district. Read more...

"This Summer I had my Mum over here from Europe for 3 months. My Dad suddenly past away last March, so having my Mum here was very special time for us. Of course I've planned a photo session for her. Thought in three months we can do couple of them. Unfortunately life is so busy we hardly made one. We planned all for one Thursday with makeup artist and costumes but my mum got sick and she was so stress that we had to cancel it all." Read more...

The Council this week hosted commercial building owners at an information and feedback event, as part of a series of events for regular users of regulatory services. Read more...

Over the next few months, the Kāpiti Coast District Council is teaming up with Red Cross, Volunteer Kāpiti and other community groups to help Kāpiti get tsunami ready. The November 2017 Kaikoura earthquake raised concerns about tsunami awareness and preparedness in Kāpiti and nationally. Read more...

Tara Fitzgerald is an absolute rockstar in the eyes of the youngsters she coaches at the Waikanae gymnastics club.

“The looks on their faces when they master a skill we have been working on makes it all worth it” the striking young athlete says. Read more...

The future is looking bright for New Zealand businesses when they begin integrating artificial intelligence (AI) and new technologies into products, NZTech chief executive Graeme Muller says. Read more...

A new bilingual children’s book written by a Victoria University of Wellington academic is using te reo Māori to connect with a new generation of speakers. Read more...

Jacinta Berkley started her Basketball journey right here with the Kapiti - Hoop Club.

"Jacinta has done extremely well in the USA both in Basketball and Academically. It is not an easy transition leaving everything you know here in NZ and being immersed totally in a very foreign system. She has coped and adjusted extremely well. She has and still continues to do extremely well and we are so proud of her and her successes and achievements."

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Future tech realities are beginning to change the face of how New Zealanders operate in their daily lives – at home and work, and coming research results will help shape the nation’s future, NZTech chief executive Graeme Muller says. Read more...

Future health facilities in New Zealand are unlikely to have patients in them, a leading health IT expert says. Read more...

Can the huia escape the re-extinction vortex?

The perils of resurrecting extinct species, such as the moa or huia, will be discussed when a new paper, led by University of Canterbury (UC) conservation geneticist Dr Tammy Steeves, is published in international journal Functional Ecology this week. Read more...

Once you have defined what motivates you through working through what you want to achieve in your life, and understanding where you are in terms of your all-around balance between Mental, Physical, Emotional and Spiritual desires the ability to set goals and make plans to achieve them is KEY to success. Read more...

Kena Kena School pupil Willow Bardsley was presented with a bike today for her participation in Movin’ March, an annual initiative that encourages kids to cycle, walk, scooter or skateboard to school. Read more...

It’s time for our annual libraries’ customer satisfaction survey! The short online survey, launching next Monday, will measure how satisfied people are with library services, spaces and staff. Read more...

Kāpiti Lights is about to get a makeover with work to upgrade the area commencing next week.

The Kāpiti Lights upgrade is a key project in the Council’s town centres transformation programme which aims to take advantage of the opportunities provided by the Kāpiti Expressway. Read more...

More than 600 residents turned up at a recent Waikanae event to find out what there is to do for older people living in Kāpiti. Read more...

The submission period for the Kāpiti Coast District Council 2017/18 annual plan and Wellington region Waste Management and Minimisation Plan ended on 1 May with 131 submissions received. Read more...

The Council has established a new group to lead discussion and help bolster the district’s economic performance. Read more...

It’s good to be cautious with money. However, is there such a thing as too much caution? When is it OK to take a risk? Throughout life there are significant events that require large amounts of money or which come with a high level of financial risk. The anxiety that comes with this risk can hold cautious people back from taking vital steps – whether it is taking on a student loan in order to study, getting married, buying a house, having children, setting up a business, paying for a medical procedure or making the decision to retire. Read more...

New Zealand Techweek, which is the biggest festival of tech events ever held in New Zealand, begins all over the country tomorrow. Read more...

Get the child restraints in your car checked out next Thursday! The Council, with The Warehouse and Kāpiti Plunket, are offering free checks as part of road safety week. Read more...

How many ways is your pet inducing chemicals on a regular basis? Read more...

The Exercise Association of New Zealand (ExerciseNZ) says Kiwis with mental health illnesses should be encouraged to exercise but it advises against starting off with extravagant exercise regimes. Read more...

Jon Winter Olympian and head coach of the Raumati Swimming Club is a world champion again after competing at the 2017 World masters games in Auckland. Read more...

Take a trip to Tutere Gallery, Waikanae Beach betoween 5th May and 5th of June to see Jane Toy's Art Exibition "Mapping Series". Read more...

The Kapiti Food Fair opened for vendor registration earlier in April and already 50 sites have been booked. Vendors who participate in the Fair have a clear objective to raise their profile and attract new customers Read more...

Over the past six months the Kāpiti Coast District Council has heard from around 1500 members of our community about their Maclean Park story – their memories, how they use the park and what people hope to see in the future. Read more...

Feedback on the wide range of services and facilities provided by the Kāpiti Coast District Council is once again being sought. Read more...

On Friday 28 April over 60 people turned up to celebrate the grand opening of the brand new Haruatai Playground in Ōtaki. Read more...

Council is advising people to take care around Raumati Beach School next week with term two beginning and improvement works to the area continuing. Read more...

Finance and Infrastructure Minister, Hon Steven Joyce, has signalled his support for a new interchange servicing the Peka Peka and Te Horo communities, as part of the next stage of the Kapiti Expressway. Read more...

Research on early detection of wear and tear of hip joint implants is set to make significant new progress following an infusion of funding. Read more...

The first step towards creating wealth is also the hardest. Being able to spend less than you earn is a pre-requisite of every other strategy for wealth creation. Despite good intentions, savings plans are easily de-railed by distractions, disasters and lack of discipline. Here are some simple tips for improving your chances of being a successful saver: Read more...

Restarts for Term 2 2017 Sunday 7 May and runs through to Sunday 2 July Read more...

Is New Zealand a butcher shop or a milking shed? Do Kiwis live on the sheep’s back with a glass of sauvignon blanc? These and other questions will be addressed when Victoria University of Wellington hosts a series of lively public discussions exploring primary products’ place in the national imagination and how they define us as New Zealanders. Read more...

There was a great turnout at the various events across the district yesterday to remember those that have served and fought for our country. Read more...

Two Kapiti Basketball Players, Victor Allen – Kapiti College player and Fraser Beggs – Paraparaumu College player, have been selected for the New Zealand Basketball Academy Age Group Teams to tour Las Vegas USA in July this year. Read more...

New Zealand exercise facilities score significantly higher than United Kingdom and United States operators when it comes to customers recommending the business and this has been put down to an exceptionally high standard of personal trainers and customer focus. Read more...

Around 500 business and rural property owners in Kāpiti will shortly be receiving surveys from Quotable Value (QV), as work gets underway for the upcoming property revaluations. Read more...

If you haven’t already provided feedback on the Council’s plans for the year ahead, there’s still time. Consultation closes at 5pm on Monday 1 May. Read more...

More than 400 people took the time to provide feedback and to put forward suggestions for renaming State Highway 1 (SH1) once it becomes a local road. Read more...

Inflation is on the rise and this often signals an increase in interest rates. The rate of inflation for the three months ended March, 2017 was 1%, which lifted the annual rate to 2.2% - the highest it has been for about six years. Read more...

More than 800 New Zealanders from the health and tech sectors will unite at the annual Health Informatics New Zealand (HiNZ) conference in Rotorua later this year which aims to help break down silo barriers and support the success of complex digital health projects to improve health outcomes for New Zealanders. Read more...

Computer programming jobs have previously struggled to attract women, but new technologies are providing substantial opportunities for a growing number of young girls seeking tech jobs, NZTech government relations director Andrea Hancox says. Read more...

Forensic brainwave analysis – or ‘brain fingerprinting’ – could add a revolutionary new dimension to criminal investigations in New Zealand, a NZ Law Foundation-backed research project led by the University of Canterbury has found. Read more...

Hon Steven Joyce will make his first visit to Kapiti as Finance Minister next week to speak to Kapitin based businesses, ahead of his first Budget in May. Read more...

Toyota has won back-to-back World Green Car of the Year awards, reaffirming its global leadership in automotive environmental responsibility. Read more...

Wednesday 3 May we have USA Coach Rewi Thompson coming out to Kapiti to run a Basketball Coaching Clinic for Coaches. Read more...

The fear of missing out is continuing to fuel the property market. Buying in a heated market can lead to impulsive decisions with negative financial consequences. Here are the top five mistakes people make when borrowing money to buy a house: Read more...

Over the last couple of weekends dozens of Kāpiti folk have taken part in community workshops to share insights, issues and opportunities as work on the 2018-38 long term plan gets underway. Read more...

The Kāpiti Coast District Council won the BERL Collaborative Government Action Award category at the 2017 McGredy Winder SOLGM Local Government Excellence Awards on Thursday 12 April for its work to get the Mackays to Peka Peka Expressway on the road. Read more...

Work will commence next week to upgrade the footpath on the north side of Poplar Avenue between Matai Road and Glen Road to a 2.5 metre shared path. Read more...

Wellington Curtain Bank is returning to Ōtaki to make it easier for local families to get free, lined curtains ahead of winter. The Curtain Bank, supported by Sustainability Trust, provides free curtains for people with Community Services Cards who need a hand warming up their homes. It’s for both people who own their own homes and those renting. Read more...

Hoop Club Kapiti wrapped up their Term 1 Programme in Otaki on Saturday 8 April and in Paraparaumu on Sunday 9 April. Read more...

As leading New Zealand economic forecaster BERL celebrates its 60th year, the Kiwi economy has just celebrated its seventh year of uninterrupted annual expansion, BERL chief economist Dr Ganesh Nana says. Read more...

Fantastic opportunity to purchase this family friendly five bedroom home on a large 1,112sqm section with possible subdivision potential. Downstairs features four double bedrooms plus WC with the master bedroom and bathroom situated upstairs. Read more...

Feedback is being sought on a draft Community Facilities Strategy that was developed with community input.
The Kāpiti Coast District Council has developed the draft strategy to plan for the current and future needs of the community. Read more...

There’s less than a week to go to put forward your suggestions for renaming State Highway 1 (SH1) once it becomes a local road. Read more...

Get involved in one of the biggest arts events in the lower North Island.

Applications for the 2017 Kāpiti Arts Trail on 28/29 October and 4/5 November are open, giving artists and galleries the opportunity to showcase their work and connect with the public. Read more...

The Kāpiti Coast District Council is advising people to wait until at least Sunday to swim in the sea or any of our district’s rivers due to the risk of contaminants resulting from this week’s weather events. Read more...

Health insurance is a popular product, with around 30% of the population having cover, often through a workplace scheme. However, there is a high cancellation rate amongst retirees due to the big increase in premiums as you get older. Read more...

The next book I recommend you invest in if you are truly interested in developing your personal skills – The Tipping Point by Malcolm Gladwell. Read more...

In my first post in this series about work related stress, I wrote that there is no such thing as workplace stress – workplaces are not full of stress – workplaces are full of people who are experiencing some level of stress. Read more...

There are many types of joint problems that affect animals of all ages, not just the elderly. Dogs and horses tend to be more prone than cats with some breeds of dogs being more predisposed to joint issues such as Hip, Knee or Elbow Dysplasia. Read more...

Local businesses exporting their products and services around the world are being encouraged to celebrate their success and enter the inaugural ExportNZ ASB Wellington Export Awards. Read more...

Never before has the club had three national champions from one national event. Fuelled by hard-core training and self-belief, young Raumati swimmers secured national titles and gold medal finishes - Wellington during late March. Read more...

Kapiti Karate - Where you can have fun while getting in shape and learning age old traditional Martial Arts that have been adapted for modern day application. Read more...

If there is one blog I hope my children (and eventually my grandchildren) read I hope it is this one. Read more...

The newly-aligned Goldsborough Avenue, which will form the northern arm of a new roundabout on Raumati Road, recently opened for traffic and now construction of the southern arm of the roundabout, into Hillcrest Road, is underway. Read more...

Kapiti Coast, Friday 31 March 2017 - Coastlands has extended its sponsorship of Coastlands Netball Kapiti to support their growth within the community. Read more...

“Workplace stress” is a misnomer. Workplaces aren’t full of stress, they’re full of employees experiencing some level of stress. Read more...

Young people are being encouraged to get involved in a competition which commemorates World War One (WW1). Read more...

It’s time to recognise the volunteers in our community who make Kāpiti great.

Nominations for this year’s Civic and Community Awards, which honour the work of groups and individuals, open on 1 April 2017. Read more...

Want to pay less to register your dog? Apply for approved dog owner status by 1 May! Read more...

Planning how much money you will need in retirement is no easy task. With life expectancies around 90, there is a period of 20 to 30 years to plan for. A simple planning framework can help get around some of the uncertainties to make it easier to work out how much money you will need. Read more...

A small but innovative Christchurch app developer is today rubbing shoulders with the cream of New Zealand’s top chief information officers (CIO) by being named among the top 100 CIOs in the country. Read more...

New Zealand can expect many more people taking out drone insurance as the number of drones rapidly multiply meaning potential for accidents significantly increases. Read more...

This Saturday Kapiti Basketball Association is hosting the KBA Junior College Invitational Tournament at Paraparaumu College, Mazengarb Road. Read more...

Once you understand that whatever your age you should be learning, keeping your mind active becomes even more crucial as we grow older. Committing to personal development will help you stay young and of course provide you with new skills and awareness. Read more...

Well I am glad to say I tried the new VR tool from the New Zealand Fire Service and managed to 'escape my house'. However, it immediately reminds you to check if everyone managed to get out. This VR app should be applauded it really send you a strong message. It feels real and the fact it uses clever technology so that when you finally escape your house, you find yourself actually outside your real house the real impact of a fire at home hits you. Read more...

From next week, Kāpiti Coast District Council will be seeking feedback from locals on the plans for the coming year. Read more...

Retirement is not what it used to be. There are many options for making the transition from full time work to being fully retired, ranging from early retirement to late retirement or a gradual shift through working part-time or choosing a less stressful job. Read more...

The golden years can be the most enjoyable years of people’s lives and New Zealand exercise experts say regular exercise is a golden ticket for those who strive for elderly independence. Read more...

We are looking for a savvy, self-starter with a natural flair for people to join the Plunge Café team. This is a part-time Café Assistant role located in the Coastlands Aquatic Centre. The position is a minimum of 20 hours per working a combination of weekdays and weekends. Read more...

Kāpiti Coast District Council is committed to building an organisation that is respected for its caring, dynamic and effective “open for business” approach. We are looking for an enthusiastic and conscientious Records Officer to join our records team. Read more...

Subsidised desexing and microchipping of dogs with a menacing classification is being offered by the Kāpiti Coast District Council. Read more...

A disused Raumati Beach boatshed has been repurposed to form the base for local abstract painter, Tania Dally. Read more...

A University of Canterbury professor leading worldwide research into the effects of ground-shaking caused by earthquakes has been presented with one of New Zealand’s top science prizes. Read more...

The Web Genius Kapiti Run for Youth (KR4Y) took place on Sunday 19 March. “The weather was a truly amazing Kapiti Coast day, clear, warm and little wind making for perfect walking and running conditions on the beach”, said Richard Calkin of Web Genius. Read more...

Green shooters, Irish Tea cake and a selection of Irish music, courtesy of Colleen Hooper, set the scene for a fun filled, three game melee in celebration of St Patrick’s day. Read more...

New Zealand is potentially at risk of damaging its economy, unless the government does not act on improving rural health services, a national rural leader says. Read more...

Too many people do not start down the path of investing in their own personal development as they perceive it to be too expense. Or they feel they know it all or are too old to get into this personal development malarky… Read more...

Reach out to those who live near you for ‘Neighbours’ Day’ weekend next Saturday and Sunday (March 25/26)! Read more...

Kāpiti Coast District Council is inviting the community to visit their pop-up display space at 3 Mahara Place in Waikanae next week to find out more about its work to make the most of the opportunities the Expressway brings to the district. Read more...

A new 2.5 metre wide shared path on the south side of Kāpiti Road between Magrath Avenue and the Airport Control Tower will make it easier to walk and cycle between Paraparaumu town centre and the beach. Read more...

The Waikanae Community Board endorsed the local community’s vision and action plan for Waikanae Beach at their meeting at the Waikanae Boating Club on Tuesday night. Read more...

One of the best incentives for young people to join KiwiSaver is the ability to withdraw funds for the purchase of a first home. All but $1,000 can be withdrawn providing certain criteria are met. Read more...

Free desexing and microchipping of dogs with a menacing classification are being offered by the Kāpiti Coast District Council.The initiative is part of the Government’s national strategy to reduce the risk and harm of dog attacks. Read more...

Community representatives have been appointed to the Grants Allocation Committee (GAC) which makes decisions on how funding should be allocated from five grants programmes. Read more...

Feedback on the Kāpiti Coast District Council’s draft 2017 Public Places Bylaw and draft 2017 Trading in Public Places Policy is due by the end of the month. Read more...

More than 100 people have put forward suggestions for renaming the existing State Highway 1 (SH1). Read more...

The increase in pollution and contamination incidents in New Zealand means businesses are becoming increasingly vulnerable to the potentially high financial cost of such events, a leading insurance expert says. Read more...

Kapiti College have set up an official Alumni Facebook page to keep in touch with all ex students and staff of the college from the past 63 years. It's new but they hope in time to be able to keep in touch with as many alumni as possible, sharing stories, photographs and getting friends back together who have lost touch over the years. Read more...

Some useful advice on ways to plan a stress-free and happy wedding day. You may not need (or want) all of these suggestions, but they’re all pretty good. Read more...

The annual Māoriland Film Festival 2017 is filled to the brim with some of the hottest indigenous films on the planet. Read more...

Firstly, don’t let yourself stress about this. In my experience, most people do not actually know what they want as a career. It makes you no better or poorer than those who do. What’s important is what you want to get out of your life. Read more...

New Zealand is finally catching up with the rest of the world and considering changing the age of eligibility for NZ Superannuation from 65 to 67. However, the four-year process to make this transition doesn’t start for another twenty years. In the interim, the number of pensioners is burgeoning and life expectancy is increasing. Read more...

Kāpiti Coast District Council is advising people to keep their dogs on leashes if heading near Waimanu Lagoon in Waikanae this weekend due to the potential presence of a toxic algae. Read more...

Kāpiti canines will be able to cool off at Waikanae Pool next week for the first ever Dogs in Togs summer swim event on the coast. Read more...

Kapiti Coast, Friday 10th March 2017 - Inspirational speakers encouraged bold change in Kapiti, as part of the Be Bold For Change Campaign for International Women’s Day held on the 8th of March. Read more...

Kāpiti residents have a chance to check out the newest park in the district next week.

Kāpiti Coast District Council is inviting the community to the Otaraua Park Experience between 1 and 5pm on Sunday 19 March. Read more...

Kāpiti Coast District Council is inviting the community to visit their stand in Coastlands next week to find out more about its work to make the most of the opportunities the Expressway brings to the district. Read more...

Kāpiti Coast Deputy Mayor Janet Holborow has been appointed to the Local Government New Zealand (LGNZ) Policy Advisory Group. Read more...

Kāpiti kids and those young at heart are been called on to give feedback about what they would like to see at their neighbourhood playgrounds. Read more...

Friday 10th March 2017 - The Prime Minister has praised the new Kapiti Expressway, calling it a platform for growth across the Wellington region over the next 30 years. Read more...

Are you friendly, vibrant, welcoming, love meeting people and enjoy creating a positive environment? Then this could be the role for you! We are looking for outgoing volunteers to welcome and assist visitors and customers of our Centre. Refer to tasks and skills below. Read more...

Prime Minister Bill English spoke today at a luncheon put on by the Kapiti Chamber of Commerce at Southwards. Read more...

Leading national food and beverage innovators say non-dairy powdered food products are in high demand world-wide and New Zealand needs to act quickly to take advantage of an untapped export growth opportunity. Read more...

Prime Minister Bill English will be taking in the best of Kapiti when he visits Paraparaumu and Otaki tomorrow. Read more...

Rural women are vital to resilience in rural communities and families and New Zealanders should pay tribute to their role tomorrow, which is International Women’s Day, a rural health leader says. Read more...

The Kāpiti Coast community is being asked to put forward suggestions for naming seven sections of State Highway 1 (SH1) between Paekākāriki and Peka Peka that will be renamed as part of the Kāpiti Coast District Council’s work to make the existing SH1 a local road. Read more...

Collective Marketing is the commitment of a group of businesses with a common agenda to build a marketplace, using a structured form of collaboration. Read more...

Hoop Club and KBA made the most of the recent sunshine and had their annual picnic bar b que and KBA awards at Mazengarb Park. Games of cricket, softball and now traditional egg throwing contest was interspersed with the KBA awards for a number of very talented local athletes and officials. Read more...

What does an animal naturopath do? An animal naturopath is trained in animal anatomy and physiology, small animal nutrition, nursing, therapeutics along with natural remedies; homeopathy, herbs for animals, bach flowers and tissue salts Read more...

Financial service providers are regulated by the Financial Markets Authority (FMA). Part of the FMA’s role is to educate consumers of financial services and for that reason they have released a checklist of things you can expect from your financial services provider. Read more...

Te Ātiawa Park courts will be getting new lights.

Kāpiti Coast District Council’s Operations and Finance Committee has approved funding for $31,500 for new lights at the courts. Read more...

Kāpiti Coast District Council has increased Chief Executive Pat Dougherty's fixed remuneration to $310,500 per annum, effective from 26 January 2017 Read more...

It’s time to dust off your trainers for next Wednesday’s Walk2Work day.

This is New Zealand’s national day to celebrate walking, initiated by Living Streets Aotearoa to encourage people to leave the car behind and walk to work, or use public transport for part of their journey and walk the rest of the way. Read more...

Kāpiti residents are being encouraged to enjoy the outdoors for Parks Week, starting tomorrow [4 March]. Read more...

Kāpiti Coast District Council is inviting the Kāpiti Coast community to come up with names for sections of State Highway 1 (SH1) that have a strong historical connection to the district. Read more...

Plans to transform the Paraparaumu town centre remain firmly in the Kāpiti Coast District Council’s sights, with work progressing over the next few months to upgrade the Kāpiti Lights area and establish Rimu Road as the main street. Read more...

Did you know the 16km of shared pathway alongside the Expressway is able to be used as well? Cyclists, pedestrians and horse riders in some places can make the most of our late summer and get out there. Read more...

The Mackays to Peka Peka section of the Expressway opened to traffic in the early hours of Friday morning and many Kāpiti Coast residents have embraced the opportunity to experience the first section of the Wellington Northern Corridor road of national significance. Read more...

Relationships aren’t like they used to be a generation or two ago. The path to a ceremony is a more gradual one, with couples typically living together beforehand and sharing expenses. Women, through both necessity and choice, continue to earn an income after marriage and are confident in managing their own money. Read more...

We are very excited to introduce the Kapiti Youth Choir to the region. Find out more about it Read more...

Restarts for Term 1 2017 Sunday 12 February and runs through to Sunday 9 April
KCDC Sportshall, Paraparaumu College, Mazengarb Road, Paraparaumu Read more...

Support the Kapiti Community Centres application for funding visit the link in this article... Read more...

Ōtaki Pool will be closed from Saturday 25 February to undergo a $5.4 million redevelopment. Read more...

We have yet to see summer in parts of New Zealand this year but we live in hope that it is still coming! When it does (positive thinking in action) our waterways will grow what is called toxic algae. We see headlines warning of toxic algae but do you really know why it is dangerous? Why should we not let our dogs swim in rivers during the warmer months? Read more...

Kate Hartmann owns and operates the Tutere Gallery in Waikanae Beach. It is a beautiful space dedicated to local Kapiti Artists as well as running workshops for those of us who dare to follow our creative dreams. Recently opened I recommend you visit sometime soon. Read more...

The Waikanae Show is calling for registrations of interest from businesses, food trucks/stalls, community groups/clubs to be part of this years Waikanae Show. Read more...

There is nothing wrong with spending money. In fact money has no value unless it is spent. As they say, you can’t take it with you, so if you don’t spend your money during your lifetime, then someone else (the beneficiaries of your estate) will get the pleasure of spending it Read more...

Two local security companies have partnered together to invest in the local economy, reversing the trend of outsourcing services to main centres.
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Hayden has been involved with IT for many years and has spent his time recently developing software for Point of Sale applications. Now based in Kapiti, Hayden joined our team in November 2014 to provide technical assistance to the growing numbers of clients living between Paekakariki and Levin. Read more...

This year, Z will give away a total of more than $1 million to neighbourhood groups and projects that help people who need it and/or the environment. You can apply to be part of Good in the Hood by visiting www.z.co.nz/GoodintheHood. Applications are open until 28 February. Read more...

KAPITI MUSIC CENTRE is taking enrolments for 2017! Come along on Saturday 11th February 10.30 – 12.00 and check it out in the Kapiti College Hall Read more...

Kapiti is set to reap the business benefits from the new McKays to Peka Peka Expressway with a formal ceremony marking its completion on the 16th February. Read more...

A new approach to seeking residents’ opinions is being implemented by Kāpiti Coast District Council. Read more...

Kāpiti Coast District Council is encouraging the district’s residents to get ready to express themselves at the Kāpiti Coast ExpressDay on Saturday 18 February. Read more...

Kāpiti Coast District Council gathered community feedback on playgrounds in Paraparaumu and Ōtaki that are due to be upgraded in the next financial year. Read more...

Kāpiti residents have helped shaped the design of the free-to-use outdoor water park destined for Haruatai Park, next to Ōtaki Pool. Read more...

The Mackays to Peka Peka Expressway is scheduled to open this month, four months ahead of the original scheduled completion date of June 2017, Transport Minister Simon Bridges has announced. Read more...

Kāpiti Coast District Council welcomes the decision by the NZ Transport Agency to open the Mackays to Peka Peka section of the Kāpiti Expressway this month. Read more...

Despite the gloomy weather, lots of people turned up for yesterday’s Waitangi Day commemorations at the Ōtaki Māori Racecourse. Read more...

Don’t miss a great line up of things to do and see at Monday’s Waitangi Day commemorations at the Ōtaki Māori Racecourse. Read more...

Kāpiti Coast District Council is urging residents to stay clear of Wi Parata Reserve in Waikanae for their own safety. The Council has closed the reserve due to a risk overhanging plant clumps, ephiphytes or astelias, may fall onto the tracks. Read more...

Heavy rain on Thursday night caused some flooding in Kāpiti, particularly in the north of the district, with the Ōtaki River mouth topping seven metres. Read more...

Kapiti Now is excited to have secured a few FREE spots at a significant local event. If you’re keen to showcase your business and are free on the 18th and 19th of February, please get in touch! Read more...

The Web Genius Kapiti Run for Youth (KR4Y) is open for registration and individuals and groups are encouraged to go online and register for free. Read more...

Coastlands Aquatic Centre’s main pool is closing this week for maintenance work.
The pool will be closed from 8am Friday 3 February and reopening 5.30am Wednesday 22 February. Read more...

Kāpiti Road has undergone a dramatic facelift over the past 12 months in preparation for the Mackays to Peka Peka section of the Kāpiti Expressway opening. Read more...

Maclean Park was buzzing at the weekend as crowds made their way to the Paraparaumu Beach park for a day of entertainment, food and activities. Read more...

When 9 year old Ben Spies showed a passion and skill for writing at a very young age, his parents Renata and Robert did what great parents do… they encouraged him. Read more...

A long, long time ago, in fact over ten thousand years ago, on an Island somewhere in the south Pacific Ocean was a beautiful enchanted forest... Read more...

Those caught driving illegally on Kāpiti beaches are likely to face fines in an effort to keep these areas safe for all users.

This measure follows a significant number of complaints made to the Council and Police that there are too many people driving vehicles on our beaches where they shouldn’t. Read more...

Kāpiti Coast District Council is starting door-to-door surveys this week asking Kāpiti residents what they’ve considered when it comes to emergency preparedness. Read more...

Kāpiti Coast District Council inaugural meeting for 2017 will be under new standing orders.

The orders were adopted by the Council on 15 December 2016 following a Local Government New Zealand (LGNZ) review last year of local authority standing orders. Read more...