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New toilets a colourful addition to Kāpiti
'That’s what my work is all about – celebrating places you see all the time.'
Kāpiti artists shine in annual Parkin Drawing Prize shortlist
Two Kāpiti artists have been selected as finalists in the Parkin Drawing Prize.
Tram museum medal recipient praises colleagues
Henry Brittain is a key person at the Wellington Tramway Museum.
Kāpiti woman honoured for pioneering work in health psychology, gerontology
Christine Stephens has been honoured for her work with older people and psychology.
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.
Artist surprised and humbled by award
'Winning the award has validated that my art is appreciated and enjoyed.'
New exhibition highlights weekend art group
Ruth Cooper started the weekend art group for people who work during the week.
Long search continues for golden labrador spooked by fireworks
The family is doing everything they can to find the beloved dog.
Dr Cherie Chu-Fuluifaga recognised for work in education
“Never in my lifetime I thought I would be getting this type of honour.”
Helen Gordon awarded QSM for work with girls and visually impaired
The Waikanae stalwart's connection to Girls' Brigade dates back to the 1970s.
Traffic diversion in place as Waikanae Bridge clip-on construction resumes
Southbound traffic will have to detour via an expressway.
Well-known Kāpiti doctor set to retire
Dr Sue Wilson has been working in the health sector for a long time.
Friends of Kāpiti District Libraries disbands
The group had been operating for over four decades.
Artist selected to create in the silence of a Scandinavian winter
'It’s an opportunity that, at the age of 70, I never thought I’d get.'
Cause for celebration: Toi Mahara set for grand opening
The new art gallery in Waikanae is set to be a major drawcard.
New Ōtaki MP Tim Costley humbled by result
'I don't know if all the emotions have sunk in.'
'We will love you forever': Grieving family pay tribute to celebrity physician Dr Tom
"He was so much to so many, but to us, he was everything.”
Influential child welfare advocate remembered
Lesley Webb wanted children to have the best upbringing possible.
'She's not coming home alive' missing woman's mum told
A year on from her disappearance, Breanna Muriwai's mum has shared new information.
'Someone out there knows': Breanna Muriwai has been missing for a year
The 22-year-old was last seen on Te Horo Beach on August 28 last year.
'Give me your money or I’ll shoot': Gunman jailed following kidnapping rampage
Two victims - including a teenager - leapt from their second-storey to escape the gunman.
Author and conservationist honoured, praises help of colleagues
New ONZM recipient Chris Maclean is quick to credit others for his success.
Local artist's work revealed at Waikanae Beach Tennis Club
Stunning artwork unveiled at Waikanae Beach Tennis Club.