Latest Kāpiti news
Luxon should tell David Seymour to shut up – Jim Bolger
The ex-PM reflects on kidney failure, the Act leader, and turning 90.
Golfing prodigy among teens picked to represent NZ at junior world cup
The tournament has produced some of the world's most prestigious golfers.
'Take this one seriously': Destructive winds peak in Wellington
WREMO is telling people to stay away from windows and doors.
Society Insider: Former Black Cap's return to India; new power couple; True Bliss star on homophobic abuse
Plus, Nick Mowbray and Liam Lawson team up in California.
'Blown away': Auckland Harbour Bridge may close as severe winds hit rush-hour commute
Auckland faces severe gales at rush hour tomorrow, with harbour bridge closures possible.
Why you should choose a nature reserve as your next NZ getaway
Guests can book encounters with native wildlife, including a night-time visit with kiwi.
'Resorted' to drone: Body corporate wins case against Paraparaumu unit owner
'Drone wash was not as effective as a manual wash would have been' - tribunal decision.
On The Up: Air Chathams and Air NZ in partnership talks
'Smaller operators play a critical role and do an excellent job.'
Rural news
'Look up': Public urged to report missing monarch clusters in Hawke's Bay
No winter clusters have been recorded in Hawke’s Bay, which once had multiple known sites.
Primary sector unimpressed by Govt's horticulture reforms
Those in the primary sector say the new targets don’t go far enough.
$15b boost to NZ economy: Fonterra sets milk price forecast and earnings
Fonterra forecasts a milk price range of $8-$11 per kg for the 2025/26 season.
Car news and advice
Suzuki NZ partners with local animator for a unique ad
The Suzuki Swift is a fun car. Now it's even more fun in stop-motion animation.
Godzilla lives: Nissan confirms work on next-gen GT-R
We don't know when, or even how, but Nissan has confirmed that the mighty GT-R will return
Honda hits 500 million motorcycles: that’s a Super effort
It's a milestone number... and one iconic bike accounts for 20% of it.
OneRoof property news
Radio star Matty McLean sells his Auckland home in under a week
He praises his agent husband for the quick sale: "He's the best."
Kāinga Ora selling flood-damaged Auckland homes with huge discounts
"For the right price, everything sells," says agent.
'I love auctions’ - Trophy home breaks this year's record with $7.41m sale
Sixty-nine bids made during heated contest.
More Kapiti news
Marist qualify for Coastal Challenge final after 36-run upset
Connor Rees scored 61, leading Marist to a total of 190-8 in Masterton.
New Zealand comes to Minecraft: Which six NZ destinations made the cut?
It's hoped that the popular online game will help boost tourist numbers.
‘Black hole’: Crown quitting 109 new homes underwritten by KiwiBuild
First home buyers did not snap up these 109 homes: now we the taxpayers have bought them.
Listen: ‘Appalling on all levels’ – Experts slam ANZ for failing to prevent $250k scam
The victim says ANZ's failures directly contributed to her loss.
Lifeguards rescue swimmers caught in rips outside flagged areas
A man and a woman were rescued from rips at Midway on Sunday in two separate incidents.
‘Unheard of’: Family astonished at landing 100kg marlin near Kāpiti Island
A family fishing trip off the Kapiti Coast landed something a little heftier than snapper.
Midway retains Ralph Morse Shield in surf lifesaving competition
Emily Petro won the U17 ski and board, with strong finishes in iron races.
Blues, board games and Find & Go Seek this weekend
A roundup of events happening in Gisborne-Tairāwhiti this weekend, beyond and regularly.
'Totally dropped the ball': ANZ staff helped scam victim send $250k to known 'money mule'
The victim is shocked to learn the bank was on notice about the suspect account.
‘He scammed me too’: CEO denies laundering $1.53m, says he was also duped
'I stand to be incarcerated. Who will look after my boys?'
Awash with guns: Frontline cops face chilling daily arsenal of lethal firearms
The deadly arsenal includes military-style semi-automatic assault rifles.
Man charged with attempted murder after Kāpiti cyclist run in
Police were called to the incident where it appeared a cyclist had been hit by a car.
What to do if you encounter a 'zombie' snapper this summer
The sick snapper with cloudy eyes and missing flesh should not be eaten, authorities warn.
Mumpreneur revolutionises property management
How Chelsea Gill created a family-friendly business.
Kāpiti news in brief: Award-winning nature photo features rare bird nesting
A ute came close to the nesting dotterel.