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Cycling club celebrates another triumphant winter series
The series showcased the Kāpiti district.
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Curator’s labour of love: 8000 photos sifted for Adkin’s lasting legacy
"People always seem to love Adkin’s photographs."
![Community rallies to support kaumātua's cancer treatment](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=820)
Community rallies to support kaumātua's cancer treatment
Givealittle page raises more than $25,000 for Karl Farrell's medicine.
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Kāpiti honours local heroes at community awards
The awards celebrate the local legends who serve the community.
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Critically threatened bird gets regional council's support
The shy swamp bird has plenty of support for Bird of the Year 2024.
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![From Sundance to Ōtaki: How the tiny beach town became a hub for creativity](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_p.png?d=820)
From Sundance to Ōtaki: How the tiny beach town became a hub for creativity
Māoriland is a little film festival with big dreams - meet the young woman behind it.
![Officials investigated cutting Ōtaki Expressway in half as costs ballooned to $1.6b](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_p.png?d=820)
Officials investigated cutting Ōtaki Expressway in half as costs ballooned to $1.6b
The road is now one of NZ's most expensive - the Govt says it remains committed.
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Shirley Murray wrote more than 400 hymns that are sung around the world
Anne Manchester will share the story of a biography.
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Arthavidu grateful for the gift of cricket
Not only did he shrug off the effects of jetlag, he anchored the innings.
![Ōhau Breweriana collection fills a house](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_p.png?d=820)
Ōhau Breweriana collection fills a house
Breweriana collectors will be in Ōhau the weekend of November 5 for their AGM.
![Mild to red hot: Chilli sauces going for gold](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_p.png?d=820)
Mild to red hot: Chilli sauces going for gold
There are many flavours and degrees of heat, from savoury, to fruity, as well as HOT.
Sport news
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Eden Park to host Heartland rugby match
The Horowhenua-Kāpiti is heading up north to play at Auckland's Eden Park.
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Last hurrah for ex-AB in club rugby
News the former All Black was playing a senior reserve club game spread fast.
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Proud moment as young player joins Junior Davis Cup team
Tennis player Cody Atkinson continues to impress.
Lifestyle news
![From Sundance to Ōtaki: How the tiny beach town became a hub for creativity](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=820)
From Sundance to Ōtaki: How the tiny beach town became a hub for creativity
Māoriland is a little film festival with big dreams - meet the young woman behind it.
![Police puppy Blitz wins shoppers' hearts](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=820)
Police puppy Blitz wins shoppers' hearts
Police officers speak to hundreds of shoppers during mall cops event.
![Palmy couple's walker stalking leads to unique hut](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=820)
Palmy couple's walker stalking leads to unique hut
Whiowhio Hut in Palmerston North is Aotearoa's only urban tramping hut.
Rural news
![Sara's side hustle is blooming](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=820)
Sara's side hustle is blooming
Sara Patetrson creates unique, handmade greeting cards using locally grown flowers.
![Generous rural spirit shines through tough times at stock donation drive](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=820)
Generous rural spirit shines through tough times at stock donation drive
About 370 sheep were donated by farmers from throughout the region.
![Bee Aware Month: Beeing there for our tireless workers](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=820)
Bee Aware Month: Beeing there for our tireless workers
The humble honey bee is critical for the survival of the planet.
Car news & advice
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Mustang 7th-gen: how Ford is 'doubling down' on the V8 (it's partly thanks to EVs)
Mustang chief engineer Laurie Transou explains how Ford can continue with a pure-petrol V8
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Fernando Alonso takes delivery of custom Aston Martin Valkyrie
Some company cars are better than others...
![Michael Jordan’s Mercedes-Benz SLR 722 is up for grabs](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=820)
Michael Jordan’s Mercedes-Benz SLR 722 is up for grabs
The basketball legend’s ultra-rare Mercedes-Benz SLR 722 can be yours for a cool $1m.
OneRoof property news
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House-hunting for diplomats: I had one property turned down because of sniper fears
What ambassadors look for in a Kiwi home.
![Tauranga families living 2.5km apart swap homes](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=820)
Tauranga families living 2.5km apart swap homes
"Oh my god, how did you come up with this idea?"
![Mansion that’s too dangerous to step inside finally sells](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=820)
Mansion that’s too dangerous to step inside finally sells
"Mystery house on a hill" snapped up, but buyer and sale price remain a secret.
More Kapiti news
![Paraparaumu student’s design shines in fashion competition](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=820)
Paraparaumu student’s design shines in fashion competition
Molly McGregor's design will be showcased at the Whitecliff College Graduate Showcase.
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Consultation to take place over tolling three new state highways in the North Island
NZTA assessments showed that tolling was feasible for each of these roads.
![College dance team ready for two national finals](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=820)
College dance team ready for two national finals
Kāpiti College hip-hop team ready to seize dance opportunity.
![Rescue of caged puppy from floodwaters prompts pet safety reminder](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=820)
Rescue of caged puppy from floodwaters prompts pet safety reminder
The puppy was 'at real risk' of drowning.
![Restorative youth justice oasis Te Kāhu Tiu prepares to soar](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=820)
Restorative youth justice oasis Te Kāhu Tiu prepares to soar
Securing a funding stream is the centre's final hurdle.
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Inaugural charity auction raises money for food provider
Mills Albert and Wellington Rugby combine to help Bellyful with charity jersey fundraiser.
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Heavy rainfall in Kāpiti a reminder to be prepared
There was a lot of rain throughout Kāpiti on Monday.
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Artist tackles water quality issues with stunning mural
Drab alleyway gets splash of colour and a message on water quality.
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Kāpiti man to be first Kiwi commissaire at Paralympics
Zac Prendergast is going to be the first Kiwi to commissaire in the Paralympics.
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Kāpiti news in brief: The Warratahs to feature at food fair
The Warratahs will be part of the Kāpiti Food Fair entertainment.
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Kāpiti Concert Orchestra set for special performance
The performance marks its 20th anniversary.
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Te Raukuru ki Kāpiti to showcase The Kingdom of Bling musical
The satirical musical is by Richard O'Brien.