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![Artist's works reflect Māori cultural heritage](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=784)
Artist's works reflect Māori cultural heritage
“This particular exhibition highlights the different natural elements..."
![Poppy's spirit captured in award-winning film](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=784)
Poppy's spirit captured in award-winning film
Poppy has won awards in the United States, but now it's a winner in France too.
![Alliances align for Ō2NL project](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=784)
Alliances align for Ō2NL project
'Signing alliance agreements ... sets the project up strongly to move forward.'
![Cultivating future farmers: Programme empowers young women](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=784)
Cultivating future farmers: Programme empowers young women
'The next generation plays a critical role in sustaining our economy.'
![Rural Whanganui invests in emergency communication](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=784)
Rural Whanganui invests in emergency communication
Community board to buy Starlink devices after noting lessons of Cyclone Gabrielle.
![Small protest against MP’s taxpayer-funded housing allowance](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=784)
Small protest against MP’s taxpayer-funded housing allowance
'Yes, he’s entitled [to claim], but no he shouldn’t,' a protester said.
![Students cultivate park's growth as part of school planting day](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=784)
Students cultivate park's growth as part of school planting day
Year 5 and 6 students from Raumati South School planted at Queen Elizabeth Park.
![Race against elements: Endurance car racer completes milestone race](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=784)
Race against elements: Endurance car racer completes milestone race
Wayne Moore reflects on his 30th Nürburgring 24 Hours race.
![The heat of heroism: Police officers awarded for fiery rescue mission](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=784)
The heat of heroism: Police officers awarded for fiery rescue mission
'We do things like this all the time,' says Eddie Dunn.
![Paekākāriki man honoured for six decades of wildlife conservation work](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=784)
Paekākāriki man honoured for six decades of wildlife conservation work
Dr Murray Williams says he enjoys motivating others to get involved in conservation.
![Waikanae woman honoured with medal for decades of community service](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=784)
Waikanae woman honoured with medal for decades of community service
Robin Clarke has been doing work in the community since the 1970s.
![Kāpiti detective honoured for work in NZ Police](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=784)
Kāpiti detective honoured for work in NZ Police
'I really get fulfilment from helping people in their darkest hour,' Niall Deehan says.
![Stamp of excellence: Kāpiti woman honoured for philatelic contributions](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=784)
Stamp of excellence: Kāpiti woman honoured for philatelic contributions
Philately has taken Jeanette Banfield all over the world.
![Kāpiti woman honoured for pioneering work in health psychology, gerontology](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=784)
Kāpiti woman honoured for pioneering work in health psychology, gerontology
Christine Stephens has been honoured for her work with older people and psychology.
![Matariki-themed pottery festival celebrates artists near and far](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=784)
Matariki-themed pottery festival celebrates artists near and far
Artists from all over the Lower North Island will attend the festival.
![Student's poetry journey to continue under mentor's guide](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=784)
Student's poetry journey to continue under mentor's guide
'I was fully certain I wasn’t going to hear back – so it was definitely a happy surprise.'
![Community-led project sparks inspiration for change](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=784)
Community-led project sparks inspiration for change
The Raumati Community Board wants upgrades in the village, among other things.
![Wellness centre seeks council lifeline](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=784)
Wellness centre seeks council lifeline
Sarah Yuile says the importance of these services is not realised until they are gone.
![Kāpiti groups have say on Greater Wellington plan](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=784)
Kāpiti groups have say on Greater Wellington plan
Kāpiti locals submitted their concerns to the regional council's long-term plan.
![Whanganui funeral directors celebrate 30 years in business](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=784)
Whanganui funeral directors celebrate 30 years in business
“We’re not going anywhere," Craig Cleveland says.
![Council receives 370 submissions on Long-Term Plan](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=784)
Council receives 370 submissions on Long-Term Plan
Individuals and groups made submissions on plans for the coming 10 years.
![Mountain bike club celebrates $100k grant to improve trails](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=784)
Mountain bike club celebrates $100k grant to improve trails
Money will be used to develop Arapuke Mountain Bike Park in Palmerston North.
![Kāpiti car racer Wayne Moore gears up for 24-hour race](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=784)
Kāpiti car racer Wayne Moore gears up for 24-hour race
Wayne Moore will compete in his 30th race at the Nürburgring.
![Swimmers bring home multiple medals each](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=784)
Swimmers bring home multiple medals each
Kokoro Frost and Phoebe Nelson have returned from the Oceania Swimming Championships.
![School's new approach aims to boost student wellbeing](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=784)
School's new approach aims to boost student wellbeing
'Our mid-term break acts as the microbreak students need to achieve their best.'
![Council opts to reopen Ōtaki Gorge Rd](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=784)
Council opts to reopen Ōtaki Gorge Rd
'Opening the road is the best option,' Mayor Janet Holborow says.
![Stratford youth push for retention of youth voice in Whanganui](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=784)
Stratford youth push for retention of youth voice in Whanganui
'We are the voice of youth in our district,' Victoria Payne says.
![Kāpiti teen 'voice for cadets' in central region](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=784)
Kāpiti teen 'voice for cadets' in central region
Pyper-Alex Adams appointed to new role in NZ Cadet Forces.
![School's nursery sale supports gardening programme](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=784)
School's nursery sale supports gardening programme
The Mother's Day sale is one of two the school holds each year.
![Communities aim to reduce predator pests](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=784)
Communities aim to reduce predator pests
Two Kāpiti community groups have received funds for predator control.
![Artist aims to shift perspectives on ocean resources](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=784)
Artist aims to shift perspectives on ocean resources
Tim Li's new exhibition features many of his gyotaku prints of fish.
![Inside the story of Kāpiti Playhouse](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=784)
Inside the story of Kāpiti Playhouse
'We’ll continue to do great shows and involve the community.'
![Artist surprised and humbled by award](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=784)
Artist surprised and humbled by award
'Winning the award has validated that my art is appreciated and enjoyed.'
![New exhibition highlights weekend art group](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=784)
New exhibition highlights weekend art group
Ruth Cooper started the weekend art group for people who work during the week.
![Scout group out of pocket after thieves target den](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=784)
Scout group out of pocket after thieves target den
'This is like our second home,' Daniel Cottrell says.
![Home ownership dominates Kāpiti pecuniary interests report](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=784)
Home ownership dominates Kāpiti pecuniary interests report
Latest report reveals the financial interests of the district's elected members.
![Cash award to benefit Kāpiti touch community](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=784)
Cash award to benefit Kāpiti touch community
'That’s $5000 we don’t have to fundraise for.'
![$100,000 short film premiered in Kāpiti theatre](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=784)
$100,000 short film premiered in Kāpiti theatre
Mason Cade Packer's $100,000 film premiered on Monday night.
![Rainbow signs celebrate village's inclusivity](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=784)
Rainbow signs celebrate village's inclusivity
'Rainbow colours are a symbol of inclusion, and that means so much for our residents.'
![Waikanae Beach war veteran celebrates 100th birthday](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=784)
Waikanae Beach war veteran celebrates 100th birthday
Hector Davis was more than happy to share his life story with the French Embassy.
![Young Paraparaumu water-skier selected for international competition](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=784)
Young Paraparaumu water-skier selected for international competition
Samuel McKenzie was one of six students selected.
![Kāpiti swimmers set to make waves at swimming competition](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=784)
Kāpiti swimmers set to make waves at swimming competition
Kokoro Frost will represent Samoa and Phoebe Nelson will represent New Zealand.
![Historian helps revise renowned military book](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=784)
Historian helps revise renowned military book
Chris Pugsley thinks the revised book will fill a gap in the market.
![Artist wins award for unique gyotaku fish print](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=784)
Artist wins award for unique gyotaku fish print
One of Tim Li's prints has won a curator's choice award.
![Guide dog proves to be a lifeline for vision-impaired woman](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=784)
Guide dog proves to be a lifeline for vision-impaired woman
Sue Emirali’s guide dog Yazz has changed her life.
![Escaping Gloriavale: A mother's tale of growing up in the sect](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=784)
Escaping Gloriavale: A mother's tale of growing up in the sect
'I truly believed that the leaders were something special,' says Rosie Overcomer.
!['I love that it just captures what’s real': Lianna Nielsen wins international photography award](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=784)
'I love that it just captures what’s real': Lianna Nielsen wins international photography award
The mother-of-three has been interested in documentary family photography for many years.
![Mark Lyall's hair journey comes to an end](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=784)
Mark Lyall's hair journey comes to an end
Mark Lyall had been growing his hair and shaved it for charity.
![Sunny weather for women's triathlon attracts almost 600 competitors](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=784)
Sunny weather for women's triathlon attracts almost 600 competitors
“That’s definitely one of the highest number of entries we’ve had in years."
![Fishing competition cancelled, but money still raised for women in need](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=784)
Fishing competition cancelled, but money still raised for women in need
Despite bad weather nullifying the fishing competition, $17,000 was still raised.
![Mark Lyall's heartfelt mission to support cancer patients](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=784)
Mark Lyall's heartfelt mission to support cancer patients
Mark Lyall is trying to raise $800 for Shave for a Cure.
![University student showcases vibrant art pieces](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=784)
University student showcases vibrant art pieces
Gabrielle Clark painted the artworks while studying at Otago University.
![Two students from same college selected for global science forum](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=784)
Two students from same college selected for global science forum
“It’s the kind of thing you only get to do once in a lifetime."
![Escaped rabbits caught wandering the streets of Paraparaumu](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=784)
Escaped rabbits caught wandering the streets of Paraparaumu
Six rabbits were caught wandering on a Paraparaumu street.
![Overjoyed: Paraparaumu man to have life-changing surgery](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=784)
Overjoyed: Paraparaumu man to have life-changing surgery
Matt Stanley has finally received the good news that his health struggles are nearly over.
![Councillor secures scholarship for sustainability internship in Tokyo](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=784)
Councillor secures scholarship for sustainability internship in Tokyo
Kāpiti councillor Sophie Handford will be spending two months in Tokyo.
![Nutritionist fills gap with easy-to-make healthy recipes](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=784)
Nutritionist fills gap with easy-to-make healthy recipes
Bailey Scott has paired up with author Linda Duncan for her first recipe book.
![Former Kāpiti College student rings his way to Windsor Castle](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=784)
Former Kāpiti College student rings his way to Windsor Castle
Dylan Thomas' interest in bellringing has allowed him to ring in Windsor Castle.
![Waikanae Community Market: How it became what it is today](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=784)
Waikanae Community Market: How it became what it is today
“It’s about putting the community in community market.”
![Food truck brings a taste of the Netherlands to Kāpiti](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=784)
Food truck brings a taste of the Netherlands to Kāpiti
Eloise Helms started the Dutch food truck about 10 years ago.
![Bridge too far: Drivers and businesses hit by Waikanae River clip-on work](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=784)
Bridge too far: Drivers and businesses hit by Waikanae River clip-on work
Protest planned over long detour and traffic buildups.
![Well-renowned dance teacher retires and passes on legacy to former student](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=784)
Well-renowned dance teacher retires and passes on legacy to former student
Judith Fuge is retiring after 59 years, and handing her business off to a former student.
![Kāpiti College student claims podium spot in national running competition](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=784)
Kāpiti College student claims podium spot in national running competition
Jack Gregory did well in the NZ Secondary Schools Athletic Championships.
![Daughter takes on The Goat adventure race in honour of her late father](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=784)
Daughter takes on The Goat adventure race in honour of her late father
Naomi Dyer is competing in the adventure race to honour her late father, Malcolm.
![Waikanae's The Bookshelf seeks a new chapter](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=784)
Waikanae's The Bookshelf seeks a new chapter
Zebunisso Alimova transformed The Bookshelf into a Waikanae icon — and now its for sale.
![Ōtaki woman honoured for services to community-led development, governance and education](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=784)
Ōtaki woman honoured for services to community-led development, governance and education
Mary-Jane Rivers says founding Inspiring Communities has been the highlight of her career.
![Dr Cherie Chu-Fuluifaga recognised for work in education](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=784)
Dr Cherie Chu-Fuluifaga recognised for work in education
“Never in my lifetime I thought I would be getting this type of honour.”
![Foodbank receives huge gift donation from real estate agency](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=784)
Foodbank receives huge gift donation from real estate agency
Voyle & Co co-owner Mike Voyle said he was touched by the support the food bank needed.
![Waikanae author's new novel highlights realities of addiction](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=784)
Waikanae author's new novel highlights realities of addiction
Cathy Kern's novel was inspired by various parts of her own life.
![Bakers aim to spread kindness through tasty treats](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=784)
Bakers aim to spread kindness through tasty treats
“It’s about being kind to somebody who isn’t expecting it.”
![MenzShed crafts special play trailer for school kids](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=784)
MenzShed crafts special play trailer for school kids
The new play trailer will help the children get creative.
![Unique blend of pharmacy and hobby shop proves popular](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=784)
Unique blend of pharmacy and hobby shop proves popular
Tracey and Scott Bowman's store is split in two - it's a pharmacy and a hobby shop.
![Well-known Kāpiti doctor set to retire](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=784)
Well-known Kāpiti doctor set to retire
Dr Sue Wilson has been working in the health sector for a long time.
![College librarian to retire after more than two decades](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=784)
College librarian to retire after more than two decades
Joanna Donovan has been working at Paraparaumu College since 1998.
![Double 100 birthdays celebrated at retirement village](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=784)
Double 100 birthdays celebrated at retirement village
About 100 Kāpiti Village residents gathered to celebrate the occasion.