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'Compelling' case to evolve Kāpiti Health Centre into a polyclinic
A modern polyclinic would have 'numerous benefits'.
New toilets a colourful addition to Kāpiti
'That’s what my work is all about – celebrating places you see all the time.'
Last hurrah for ex-AB in club rugby
News the former All Black was playing a senior reserve club game spread fast.
Picturesque golf course suited to all levels of players
Kāpiti Golf Club is a hit with all levels of players.
Cultivating future farmers: Programme empowers young women
'The next generation plays a critical role in sustaining our economy.'
Small protest against MP’s taxpayer-funded housing allowance
'Yes, he’s entitled [to claim], but no he shouldn’t,' a protester said.
The heat of heroism: Police officers awarded for fiery rescue mission
'We do things like this all the time,' says Eddie Dunn.
Former principal's passion for education and sports recognised
Rex Kerr made a difference in college, community, and rugby circles.
Stamp of excellence: Kāpiti woman honoured for philatelic contributions
Philately has taken Jeanette Banfield all over the world.
Kāpiti groups have say on Greater Wellington plan
Kāpiti locals submitted their concerns to the regional council's long-term plan.
Council receives 370 submissions on Long-Term Plan
Individuals and groups made submissions on plans for the coming 10 years.
'Third-world stuff': Energy minister praises chilly Kiwis' restraint amid grid crisis
The country’s grid operator issued a warning notice in advance.
Motorist leaves car and threatens driver in commuter road rage
Police are seeking two witnesses who saw the early-morning incident.
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
'We’ll continue to do great shows and involve the community.'
Special dawn service honours two fallen Vietnam veterans
New joint plaque placed on War Memorial Arch.
Scout group out of pocket after thieves target den
'This is like our second home,' Daniel Cottrell says.
Cash award to benefit Kāpiti touch community
'That’s $5000 we don’t have to fundraise for.'
Principal bids farewell, paves way for new leadership era
New adventures for Paraparaumu College principal Craig Steed.
'Sorry to be intrusive': Polite bank robber gets home detention for two armed heists
It's very unusual for such cases to not result in imprisonment, the judge acknowledged.
How a teen saved his granddad's life after a heart attack – and the app that could save your loved one
What was done to save Stuart Jones' life could lift falling cardiac arrest survival rates.
One person dies in suspicious house fire north of Wellington
Crews took eight minutes to put out the fire, but a person was found in critical condition
Paraparaumu Beach house fire deemed suspicious
Two fire crews arrived at the scene of the fire just before 6.15pm.
Retiring biology teacher has loved her career
Michele Murphy has taught at Paraparaumu College for 22 years.
Friends of Kāpiti District Libraries disbands
The group had been operating for over four decades.