Ballet icon farewelled in special celebration service
Paekākāriki's St Peter's Hall packed to celebrate amazing life.
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Police urge Kāpiti Coast residents to check properties for missing kayaker
The kayaker was last seen on Saturday, October 21, paddling out to sea.
Kāpiti news in brief: national award, final vote count, Māori constituency, food-beverage hub, missing man
Paraparaumu designer wins national award.
Golf club’s green efforts recognised at national awards
“We’ve really worked hard to make this land a stunning example of our local environment."
Kiwi man missing in Sydney found
The 24-year-old had been last seen on Monday night heading towards a train station.
Lower speed limit locked-in for Paekākāriki
"The arguments in favour of reducing speed village-wide were compelling ... "
Rascal the dog leads fundraising drive for animal charity
Residents of a Waikanae retirement village have been getting behind Rascal's Appeal.
Legal action launched over $1.25b Transmission Gully motorway
Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency says it will defend the case.
Missing Ōtaki kayaker disappeared days before she was due in court
Police have now issued a warrant for her arrest.
‘My world fractured’: Man imprisoned after raping woman, indecently assaulting 9yo
The judge said the victim's statements were the most eloquent he's heard.
Watch: College staff and students face-off in epic dance challenge
"The kids loved it and I think they were quite surprised by how good the staff were."
Paraparaumu College staff/student dance-off
Paraparaumu College staff versus students dance-off. Video / Debbie Cowens
Police release new information in search for missing Ōtaki kayaker
The woman may have been in a single-seat yellow kayak, not a two-seater.
Lasting impact: Remembering ballet icon Sir Jon Trimmer
Tributes for Sir Jon Trimmer, "a unique person, loved by anyone his path crossed".
Giving back to the community important to Ōtaki farming family
Max Lutz and his family have been heavily involved in the community.
Timeline photographic book about Transmission Gully released
Alastair Grant had a unique opportunity during the motorway's construction.
Burns survivor's inspiring Crispy Avo business success story
After being electrocuted twice, life looked grim for Troy Hall, but he never gave up.
Civil engineering company wins Kāpiti and Horowhenua's top business award
'We were massively excited and immensely proud,' the co-owner says.
Paddle found as search continues for missing kayaker
Michaela Leger was last seen entering the water at Raumati Beach on Saturday night.
Cause for celebration: Toi Mahara set for grand opening
The new art gallery in Waikanae is set to be a major drawcard.
Retired man volunteers skills to upgrading community centre
Roy Opie has been working on the community centre for a long time.
Residents of a busy Waikanae road advocate for safer driving environment
Gerald Ponsford has been spearheading the residents' campaign for safer speeds.
Ōtaki Pottery Club gearing up for another show
Anam Cara Gardens will again host the Festival of Pots and Garden Art.
Kāpiti student Breanna Muriwai - missing or murdered?
Breanna's mum Jasmin hasn't given up hope that her daughter will be found.
Kāpiti news in brief: glossy magazine, Xmas parade, Easter trading
The 11th edition of the Celebrating Kāpiti magazine has been published.
Teen takes on adventure challenge in honour of father
Ashley Balejko will be honouring her father and raising money for Gumboot Friday.
New Ōtaki MP Tim Costley humbled by result
'I don't know if all the emotions have sunk in.'
Liaison group set to form in wake of proposed Kāinga Ora housing development
Kāinga Ora wants to build about 100 homes in Raumati Beach