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Eye-catching landscape art garden opens in Paraparaumu
Te Huarahi Raupo has many elements to it.
Surprise award for Raumati South's Rose Hipkins
Making a difference in the education field for a long time.
Waikanae's Alison Vautier awarded Queen Service Medal
Cameo founder recognised in New Year Honours List.
Paraparaumu carver Owen Mapp honoured
"If my parents were still alive they would be absolutely amazed and thrilled."
Relaxing Rarotonga brings replenishing respite
Mike Yardley rejuvenates in luxury in Rarotonga.
10 Questions with Finn Andrews
The Veils frontman gives a sneak preview of his solo outing at Womad 2019.
Big next step for Waikanae's Tayla Mason
Tayla Mason is off to work for NZ equestrian power couple Tim and Jonelle Price in the UK.
Kāpiti foodbank welcomes donation in time for Christmas
Kapiti Baby and Child Show have given donations from the show to the Kapiti foodbank.
Boaties urged to keep safe on the water
Maritime NZ have issued a warning for boaties: "nobody's faster than disaster".
Opinion: No initiatives to save Waikanae Estuary
DoC is sticking its head in the sand regarding the Waikanae Estuary.
Christmas wonderland in Paraparaumu Beach front yard
Santa making special visit to 57 Donovan Rd on Friday from 8.30pm
Road chip seal saga in Paraparaumu coming to an end
Mazengarb Rd and Guildford Drive to be asphalted. Work starts tomorrow.
Anti-violence vigil for Grace Millane held at Paraparaumu Beach
A vigil for Grace Millane was held at Paraparaumu Beach drawing around 100 people.
A thousand Kāpiti students perform at kapa haka festival
Students from around Kāpiti have come together celebrating New Zealand culture.
New Zealand lighthouses feature in new book
Sunset to Sunrise book is author Tim Nicol's legacy.
Kāpiti woman in shock after ute hits and runs
Julie was hit by a ute in a hit and run and is calling for witnesses to contact police.
Central North Island under severe thunderstorm watch
Surface, flash flooding and slips may affect low-lying areas like valleys and rivers.
Cruising with the Coastal Pacific
Mike Yardley goes cruising through Christchurch and Kaikoura on the Coastal Pacific.
Music Review: Mark Knopfler, Down the Road Wherever
Mark Knopfler has a knack for telling stories through song, writes Tony Nielsen.
Waikanae Library to remain closed for foreseeable future
Waikanae Library will remain closed as toxic mould is more widespread than first thought.
10 Questions with Oddisee
Sudanese-American artist wants to use the live platform to share an emotional experience.
Hungary family grow business in Kāpiti
Settling into NZ life has meant adding a cafe to their business for one Hungarian family.
Christmas grinch steals NZ Post van packed with parcels
NZ Post says it will compensate affected customers on a case-by-case basis.
Pitter-patter of tiny feet for rare dotterels
Dotterel chicks hatched in estuary for first known time.
SoundBites: Lettuce Inn, Soaked Oats, Kath Bee & Anna van Riel
News from the Live Music at Lettuce Inn festival, Soaked Oats, Kath Bee & Anna van Riel.
McLaren 650S Spider Can-Am supercar on show
Meet Southward Car Museum's latest family member.
State Highway 1 reopens at Otaki
State Highway 1 reopens but traffic signals are still out and significant delays remain.
Movie Review: The Grinch (+trailer)
Movie Review: The Grinch is a bland, disappointing version of the classic book.
Fiji: Island paradise just a boat ride away
Fiji has been another day in paradise for Rachel Grunwell.
Wonderful Wellington welcomes travellers
Wellington is full of welcome sights this summer, writes Mike Yardley.