Improving healthcare access in Kāpiti: how to start
By Ian Powell Being in the leadership of the union representing salaried medical specialists for over 30 years has meant that I have a very […]
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Incentives to protect nature on Kapiti rural land
Kāpiti Council is seeking feedback on draft changes to the District Plan to improve incentives for landowners to do more to protect indigenous biodiversity on […]
Everyone hates rates – well almost…
Ian Powell looks at the whys and why nots of Kāpiti rates If it is to maintain their trust and confidence, Kāpiti Coast District Council […]
Mental Health Awareness Week – Connections are important for maternal wellbeing and child health
The focus of mental health awareness week on “reconnecting” is timely as research published this year from the Growing Up in New Zealand longitudinal study […]
Focussed Tourism Strategy needed for Kapiti
By Ian Powell Good initiatives can benefit more than just their immediate objective. Promoting tourism on the Kāpiti Coast is a case in point. It […]
Wide range of events planned for Kāpiti Seniors’ Week
Kāpiti seniors can look forward to an extended array of activities and events aimed specifically at them as Te Wiki Kaumātua Seniors’ Week 2022 spills […]
Paraparaumu Transport Hub improvements on the way
A joint project between Kāpiti Coast District Council and Metlink to improve users’ public transport experience and better connect the Paraparaumu Transport Hub to the […]
Ōtaki welcomes triathlon after eight-year hiatus
After an eight-year break, the Kāpiti Council’s Ōtaki Pool is bringing the Ōtaki Triathlon back to Haruātai Park on 27 November 2022. The popular event […]
Let’s Talk About ME! The Musical hits Kapiti
Kāpiti has had an abundance of entertainment options this year and the gift keeps giving with the soon to be launched production of Let’s Talk […]
Kapiti Half ready to run – and walk
This November the Kāpiti Half Marathon is back for its second year of running and walking goodness. In 2022 you can make your steps go […]