Kids Market 1st anniversary a huge success
The first anniversary of the Ōtaki Kids Market in January 2024 was a huge success, boasting over 50 stalls operated by 80 enthusiastic tamariki and […]
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Kāpiti residents enjoy a summer free of water restrictions
While parts of the Wellington Region are facing water woes, Kāpiti Coast residents are enjoying a water-restriction-free summer thanks to sound investment in the district’s […]
Whitireia Park is closed as fire Investigated
Whitireia Park is closed to the public until at least Wednesday 17 January as Fire and Emergency New Zealand (FENZ) continues to bring a fire […]
Light Keeping by Adrienne Jansen
Reviewed by Karen McMillan Creative writing teacher, novelist and poet Adrienne Jansen releases her sixth novel, Light Keeping, a moving and tender novel that draws […]
Kāpiti opts for sinking lid on pokies
There will be no additional pokie machines added to those already in Kāpiti following the adoption of a sinking lid policy. Kāpiti Coast District Council […]
Nga Manu Nature Reserve – sharing the Love of Nature
Christmas may have passed but the spirit of giving is still alive and well. Ngā Manu Nature Reserve is inviting the community to embrace this […]
Residents encouraged to store emergency water over the holiday period
Storing emergency water over the Christmas and New Year period should be a priority for residents in the Greater Wellington region, says Wellington Region Emergency […]
El Rancho hosts Camp Purple Live 2024
On 9 January, 71 children and teens and 25 young adult volunteers will be arriving at El Rancho in Waikanae for a six-day camp on […]
Horowhenua Taking on the Affordable Housing Challenge
Opinion Piece by Horowhenua Mayor Bernie Wanden Like many regions across Aotearoa, Horowhenua is grappling with a shortage of affordable housing, particularly smaller one- and […]
Horowhenua Council pauses work on fluoridation
Horowhenua District Council (HDC) has paused work on fluoridating the Levin and Ōhau town water supply while it awaits the outcome of a High Court […]