Latest Kāpiti news
Eden Park to host Heartland rugby match
The Horowhenua-Kāpiti is heading up north to play at Auckland's Eden Park.
Raumati wins top award for engaging with communities at LGNZ ceremony
The Ōtaki, Waikanae, and Raumati community boards were all finalists.
Paraparaumu student’s design shines in fashion competition
Molly McGregor's design will be showcased at the Whitecliff College Graduate Showcase.
Consultation to take place over tolling three new state highways in the North Island
NZTA assessments showed that tolling was feasible for each of these roads.
College dance team ready for two national finals
Kāpiti College hip-hop team ready to seize dance opportunity.
Inaugural charity auction raises money for food provider
Mills Albert and Wellington Rugby combine to help Bellyful with charity jersey fundraiser.
Heavy rainfall in Kāpiti a reminder to be prepared
There was a lot of rain throughout Kāpiti on Monday.
Kāpiti news in brief: The Warratahs to feature at food fair
The Warratahs will be part of the Kāpiti Food Fair entertainment.
Kāpiti Concert Orchestra set for special performance
The performance marks its 20th anniversary.
Te Raukuru ki Kāpiti to showcase The Kingdom of Bling musical
The satirical musical is by Richard O'Brien.
Nicotine-stained paintings turn out to be masterpieces by renowned artist
'I said do you want the good news or the good news?'
Secure your spot: Early bird pricing ends soon
'We’re excited to have renowned journalist Paddy Gower as this year’s MC.'
Premium
From Sundance to Ōtaki: How the tiny beach town became a hub for creativity
Māoriland is a little film festival with big dreams - meet the young woman behind it.
Officials investigated cutting Ōtaki Expressway in half as costs ballooned to $1.6b
The road is now one of NZ's most expensive - the Govt says it remains committed.
Shirley Murray wrote more than 400 hymns that are sung around the world
Anne Manchester will share the story of a biography.
Arthavidu grateful for the gift of cricket
Not only did he shrug off the effects of jetlag, he anchored the innings.
Ōhau Breweriana collection fills a house
Breweriana collectors will be in Ōhau the weekend of November 5 for their AGM.
Mild to red hot: Chilli sauces going for gold
There are many flavours and degrees of heat, from savoury, to fruity, as well as HOT.
Sport news
Eden Park to host Heartland rugby match
The Horowhenua-Kāpiti is heading up north to play at Auckland's Eden Park.
Last hurrah for ex-AB in club rugby
News the former All Black was playing a senior reserve club game spread fast.
Proud moment as young player joins Junior Davis Cup team
Tennis player Cody Atkinson continues to impress.
Lifestyle news
From Sundance to Ōtaki: How the tiny beach town became a hub for creativity
Māoriland is a little film festival with big dreams - meet the young woman behind it.
Police puppy Blitz wins shoppers' hearts
Police officers speak to hundreds of shoppers during mall cops event.
Palmy couple's walker stalking leads to unique hut
Whiowhio Hut in Palmerston North is Aotearoa's only urban tramping hut.
Rural news
The science behind Dannevirke's odourless shelter of steaming cow poo
A farmer uses the manure from its 650-cow-shelter to make its own fertiliser.
Bay of Islands invasive caulerpa battle gears up with $10m boost
World-leading caulerpa eradication trials are taking a major step forward.
Liquidators appointed to investigate Waitonui Group
The company operates three large dairy farms - one in Taupō and two in North Otago.
Car news & advice
Volkswagen Golf GTE PHEV review: from I to E
Is the Volkswagen Golf GTE really a plug-in hybrid alternative to the legendary GTI?
Aston Martin Vanquish: brand's fastest, most powerful front-engined V12 to date
Move over DBS, the Aston Martin Vanquish is back... with a brand new V12.
2024 MG HS: new look, conventional values
A conventional compact SUV, but the 2024 MG HS is a solid step up.
OneRoof property news
Revealed: The hidden costs of buying a luxury home in NZ - could you afford a $100,000 rates bill?
The mortgage is just the start of it.
‘Yuck’ South Auckland home back on the market after unbelievable transformation
Overgrown deceased estate unrecognisable after 8-week renovation.
Overseas owners of quake-damaged home get $1m surprise
They abandoned the Christchurch property 14 years ago.
More Kapiti news
Onam festival a blend of tradition and modernity
Onam is set to be celebrated in Waikanae.
Retro band coming to Paekākāriki
The BeatGirls are bringing groovy moves and well-known tunes to St Peter's Village Hall.
Heads up: Major roadworks on the horizon for Raumati Rd
The repair work will take place in spring and will involve stop/go traffic management.
Arohanui Hospice seeks community feedback to shape future services
'Your input is vital to our success.'
College students help improve life in Vietnam village
The work was physical but rewarding.
First they stole the wharepaku - now the whare's gone too
The building was used for tangi, hui and other events for the community and hapū.
Prolific burglar arrested after trove of stolen items discovered
The burglaries occurred in the Kāpiti district.
Athlete channels negatives into positives after Olympic taekwondo dream shattered
Eisa Mozhdeh is keeping his Olympic dream alive despite setback.
Waikanae Gymnastic Club celebrates 40 years
The club has celebrated its birthday by naming two new life members.
Lotto win for Kāpiti Coast player
The player is one of 36 players nationally who won Second Division in last night's draw.
Renowed Indian potter begins Te Horo residency
Tinni Arora will work at The Kilns until the end of September.