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Unauthorised deposit: Car smashes through front window of bank
Police said no injuries have been reported.

'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.

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.

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.