Kāpiti Coast news
Wilson Dixon rides in to Levin August 20, 2025 Straight from Cripple Creek, Colorado, country music comedian Wilson Dixon brings his signature blend of dry humour and heartfelt tunes to Levin Little Theatre. A… ...
Horowhenua adopts water services delivery plan August 8, 2025 Horowhenua District Council has today unanimously adopted a Water Services Delivery Plan (WSDP) setting out how water services will be delivered in the future. The… ...
UCOL Horowhenua on the move July 24, 2025 In efforts to improve access for future learners and ensure suitable teaching and office space, UCOL says it is pleased to share with the community… ...
Horowhenua Resident satisfaction on the up July 21, 2025 Horowhenua residents say they’re more satisfied with Council than they were last year. Every year Council asks the community to provide feedback on how satisfied… ...
A Night Under the Stars for Mary Potter Hospice July 21, 2025 A fundraising Gala Dinner is being held at Southwards in August to support the work done by Mary Potter Hospice and renovate the Kāpiti Community… ...
Ghost Trio in Waikanae July 21, 2025 The Waikanae Music Society is hosting the Ghost Piano Trio, an ensemble which will be touring for Chamber Music New Zealand. On Sunday 3 August… ...
Will Govt impose a new Levy on suffering Health NZ empire? July 7, 2025 Commissioner Dr Lester Levy still seems to believe he will be reappointed board chair – but that’s because he thinks it should happen. His plans… ...
Cops cop copper chopper July 7, 2025 Acting Senior Sergeant Bernie O’Brien says Police officers working dedicated area patrols to prevent burglaries in the Horowhenua area last week caught a recidivist offender… ...
Severe weather warning – brunt of the front June 26, 2025 NZ Severe Weather Update – Thursday 26 June 2025 – Video below. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kk3-iwTwyD4&t=29s ...
Mayor’s Roadrage sees Ō2NL decision U-turn June 22, 2025 Horowhenua Mayor Bernie Wanden was outraged when NZTA decided to make major cuts to the Otaki to north of Levin (O2NL) highway and vowed to… ...
Fatal House Fire, Marton June 22, 2025 One person has been found deceased following a house fire in Marton Saturday morning. Emergency services were called to the Calico Line property, between Bredins… ...
Horowhenua – Green by Nature June 18, 2025 As sure as the leaves fall in Autumn, our friends at Green by Nature have been hard at work keeping the district beautiful and thriving.… ...
Two to appear in court following Marton incidents June 14, 2025 Two men are before the courts following two incidents in Marton. Detective Sergeant Carey Priest says at approximately 10pm on 10 May, Police were called… ...
Urgent review called for after proposed Ō2NL design changes June 11, 2025 Proposed design changes to the Ōtaki to North of Levin Expressway (Ō2NL) recently announced by NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi have not gone over well… ...
Council chooses water services delivery model June 11, 2025 Horowhenua District Council will join Palmerston North City Council and Rangitikei District Council to deliver water services and recognises Whanganui District Council and Ruapehu District… ...
Card Skimming Scam Surge June 4, 2025 Wellington District Police are urging residents to stay vigilant following a surge in card skimming incidents that have cost victims thousands of dollars in just… ...
Horowhenua Business sector building momentum May 17, 2025 By Andrew Reid, CE of The Horowhenua Company "June is shaping up to be an exciting month for Horowhenua. Andrew Reid, CE of The Horowhenua… ...
Police name release: Fatal crash, Levin May 16, 2025 Police can now release the name of the person who died in the two-vehicle crash on Oxford Street, Levin, on Monday 12 May. He was… ...Police seek witnesses to fatal crash (May 16, 2025) Motorists who were in the Pahiatua area yesterday afternoon may be able to help Police with the investigation into a fatal crash. About 3pm, a… ...
Residency pilot for storytellers launches in Ōtaki (May 16, 2025) Keep an eye out in August for a new pilot residency programme being held at Ōtaki beach. Local community organisation Kia rerekē te hua, Ōtaki… ...
Levin Club is Closing after 114 years (May 15, 2025) The Levin Club was established in 1911 – sadly the Club has now announced it is closing saying it’s been a difficult time for hospitality… ...
Horowhenua Council votes for Local Waters Bylaw (May 14, 2025) Horowhenua Council has today voted to adopt the Local Waters Combined Bylaw, following a period of public consultation. The bylaw brings rules about drinking water,… ...
The Great Kiwi Butter Swindle (May 14, 2025) If you fly over New Zealand and look down you quickly realise we are basically just one very big farm, and a lot of that… ...
Fatal crash: Oxford Street, Levin (May 12, 2025) Police can confirm a person has died following a crash on Oxford Street, Levin earlier today. Emergency services were called to the collision involving a… ...
Community voice ignored in speed limit decision, says Horowhenua Mayor (April 23, 2025) Horowhenua District Council Mayor Bernie Wanden is disappointed speed limits on two state highways in the region will soon revert from 80 to 100 km/h. … ...
Horowhenua College students riding high (April 18, 2025) Horowhenua College students Makayla Fitzgerald, Ruby Knight, Magenta Van Dusschoton and Jorja Shaw from the Levin pony club won the 4 bar show jumping at… ...
Horowhenua ANZAC Day Observances 2025 (April 13, 2025) Observed annually on 25 April, ANZAC Day is one of Aotearoa New Zealand's most important days of national commemoration. It marks the anniversary of the… ...
Extra train and bus capacity for Hurricanes vs Crusaders game (April 10, 2025) Metlink is making it easy for fans to travel to and from the upcoming Hurricanes vs Crusaders game on Friday 11 April, with extra capacity… ...
Fatal crash: Newbury Line, Bunnythorpe (April 9, 2025) Police have confirmed one person has died following a crash in Bunnythorpe this morning. Police were called to the crash, involving a truck and a… ...
Take Back Your Health – by Yossarian Fay (April 6, 2025) Take Back Your Health: reclaim your health and well-being without breaking the bank. That is the message in the latest book from Yossarian Fay. After… ...
Pupil off to dentist after biting hard plastic in school lunch (April 5, 2025) A Palmerston North primary school wants to change school lunch providers after a child bit into a hard piece of plastic in their lunch. The… ...
Four before the courts following firearm incident in Levin (April 5, 2025) In the early hours of Thursday 3 April, Police received a report of an aggravated robbery in which four people entered a store on Oxford… ...
Horowhenua BA5 – Meet the Local Experts (April 2, 2025) The next Electra BA5 event is being held on Thursday 10th April at Te Takeretanga o Kura-hau-pō at 5.30 - 7pm. Meet the Local Experts:… ...
Council welcomes Economic Development Review (April 2, 2025) Horowhenua District Council is welcoming the findings of a review which will help strengthen the district’s approach to driving investment, supporting local businesses, and fostering… ...
Have your say on the proposed Dog Control Policy and Bylaw 2025 (April 2, 2025) The Horowhenua District is home to more than 6000 registered dogs and their owners. Horowhenua District Council is reviewing its Dog Control Policy and Bylaw… ...
Council votes in favour of reimagined Levin War Memorial Hall (March 28, 2025) The Levin Town Centre Transformation has reached a major milestone and a new-look Levin War Memorial Hall and Village Green, with a concept plan for… ...
‘Aunty Gabe’ Rikihana gone at 98 (March 20, 2025) By Mishy Rikihana-Vieira Ōtaki lost one of its most remarkable citizens when Gabrielle Rikihana died peacefully aged 98 at her Waikanae home on March 2.… ...
Troubadour Steve McDonald back for Southwards Gig (March 16, 2025) Many who attended the memorial variety concert for Sir Jon Trimmer at Southwards in May last year were surprised and amazed with the performance of… ...