Latest Kāpiti news
Opinion: How historic commemoration paves way for future unity
Over 1000 from Ngāti Whātua Nui Tonu marked 200 years since Te Ika a Ranganui.
Marist qualify for Coastal Challenge final after 36-run upset
Connor Rees scored 61, leading Marist to a total of 190-8 in Masterton.
Midway retains Ralph Morse Shield in surf lifesaving competition
Emily Petro won the U17 ski and board, with strong finishes in iron races.
Blues, board games and Find & Go Seek this weekend
A roundup of events happening in Gisborne-Tairāwhiti this weekend, beyond and regularly.
'Totally dropped the ball': ANZ staff helped scam victim send $250k to known 'money mule'
The victim is shocked to learn the bank was on notice about the suspect account.
‘He scammed me too’: CEO denies laundering $1.53m, says he was also duped
'I stand to be incarcerated. Who will look after my boys?'
What to do if you encounter a 'zombie' snapper this summer
The sick snapper with cloudy eyes and missing flesh should not be eaten, authorities warn.
Mumpreneur revolutionises property management
How Chelsea Gill created a family-friendly business.
Rural news
Tropical atmospheric river hits NZ, more than 24 hrs of rain forecast for some regions
Some parts of the Tasman District could get 500mm of rain or more, the council said.
The Country: Dr Victoria Hatton on the future of red meat
Christopher Luxon, Dr Victoria Hatton, Ray Smith, Komal Mistry-Mehta, and Hunter McGregor.
Silver Fern Farms records $21.8m loss
The company said it bore the brunt of the costs to retain high farmgate returns.
Car news and advice
These are the only profitable EV makers in 2025
Tesla is still the EV-profit king, but BYD is closing fast.
Hyundai Insteroid revealed with drift mode and gamified styling
Automotive design and gaming collide in Hyundai's wild little EV concept.
Aston Martin Valkyrie sets blistering road-car record at Top Gear track
Aston's 'F1 car for the road' has crushed the record by more than a second.
OneRoof property news
Former fertility boss selling her coastal retreat after anal cancer fight
Dr Mary Birdsall wants to spend more time with her family overseas.
$5m Auckland mansion for sale with $1 reserve
Agent says his vendor isn’t worried about high-stakes gamble.
Country’s cheapest suburbs leading the house price recovery
The five things you need to know about the housing market this week.
More Kapiti news
'Get help': Brave teen faces rapist in court, pleads for him not to harm anyone else
The girl has battled daily suicidal thoughts since the rape two years ago.
Gisborne clubbies gearing up for Whangamatā Classic
World champion Irving is leading Gisborne's charge at the Classic.
'Compelling' case to evolve Kāpiti Health Centre into a polyclinic
A modern polyclinic would have 'numerous benefits'.
'He would have mowed down a lot of kids': Mother's fears after driver ploughs through primary school
'Had it been 10 minutes later, he would have mowed down a lot of kids.'
Fleeing driver ploughs through school grounds
The driver crashed through the gates and then continued across the grounds.
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.
Artist tackles water quality issues with stunning mural
Drab alleyway gets splash of colour and a message on water quality.
Councillor not sure 'lavish' bus shelters with living roofs would be approved today, minister calls the shelters 'crazy'
A Paraparaumu Community Board member called it 'gold plated'.
Unauthorised deposit: Car smashes through front window of bank
Police said no injuries have been reported.
Cause of 'zombie fish' snapper illness still unknown
Tests are now being run in sick snapper for high levels of aluminium.
'Devastating': Home engulfed in flames north of Wellington
Emergency services attending blaze at Paraparaumu Beach property.
Company gifts charity prime position on rugby jerseys
Charity's important role gets a major boost.