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How do you want to see Kāpiti grow over the next 30 years?
Kāpiti’s expected growth over the next 30 years will see a need for about extra 14,000 homes as it makes room for at least 32,000 more people.
The council is suggesting more high rise buildings.
Tell us what you think and if you do not … View moreHow do you want to see Kāpiti grow over the next 30 years?
Kāpiti’s expected growth over the next 30 years will see a need for about extra 14,000 homes as it makes room for at least 32,000 more people.
The council is suggesting more high rise buildings.
Tell us what you think and if you do not want your commentsused on Stuff, please put NFP.
Get in quick, there's only a few days to go in our Local Likes competition. Nominate your favourite local business by telling your neighbours why they're best in their field and be in the draw to win a $50 voucher to go and spend with them. Get in quick, this ends Sunday!
… View moreGet in quick, there's only a few days to go in our Local Likes competition. Nominate your favourite local business by telling your neighbours why they're best in their field and be in the draw to win a $50 voucher to go and spend with them. Get in quick, this ends Sunday!
Share your business shout-out now.
SPECIAL SCREENING of Briar Grace-Smith's film 'COUSINS'
at Te Raukura ki Kāpiti
Saturday 23 October, 5pm
Based on the 1992 novel of the same name by Patricia Grace, the film follows the journeys of three cousins in their lifelong search for each other. “Cousins is a story … View moreSPECIAL SCREENING of Briar Grace-Smith's film 'COUSINS'
at Te Raukura ki Kāpiti
Saturday 23 October, 5pm
Based on the 1992 novel of the same name by Patricia Grace, the film follows the journeys of three cousins in their lifelong search for each other. “Cousins is a story about strength and resilience, touching on epic events in the history of Aotearoa ... however, at its heart it is an intimate story, about the theft of a child and her family's lifelong quest to bring her back home to her people," says Grace-Smith.
This is a one-off, final-push fundraiser for our building redevelopment project. All proceeds from ticket sales will go toward this project.
The event will be held under Covid levels one or two, with social distancing and Covid safety measures in place. Tickets may therefore be limited, so booking is essential. Bar service will be available and a refreshment is included in the ticket price.
TICKETS: $30 - available through Eventfinda online; by calling 0800 BUY TIX (0800 289 849); or at the Coastlands Information Desk.
Thanks to Te Raukura ki Kāpiti for their support.
I'm just a dandelion flower in your lawn. Enlarge for a much better view of the detail.
Hi neighbours! I am looking for a cleaning job.
With Level 2 restrictions in place, I will be happy to wear a mask. I am currently doing 1 house clean per week, & would like to do more. I have experience in hotel cleaning, and I'm very good at what I do. Reference can be provided.
Needing … View moreHi neighbours! I am looking for a cleaning job.
With Level 2 restrictions in place, I will be happy to wear a mask. I am currently doing 1 house clean per week, & would like to do more. I have experience in hotel cleaning, and I'm very good at what I do. Reference can be provided.
Needing a spring clean? Weekly cleaning? Daily, or what suits you, I can help! Ongoing cleaning preferred or one off clean is fine too.
I charge $20 per hour. I can provide my own cleaning equipment if needed.
Please text me or call me on 0221562034.
I am based in Levin, but can travel if necessary.
Thank you kindly.
Stay safe ❤️
Fresh pine mulch ,sold by the trailer load, pick up from Valley road Paraparaumu, $40 per standard trailer ,
Mahara Gallery is moving offsite while the building undergoes a much-needed redevelopment.
We're holding a Community Open Day, Saturday 30 October, 10am till 1pm to farewell the old building and celebrate our exciting future.
Come along to learn about the gallery's history, its … View moreMahara Gallery is moving offsite while the building undergoes a much-needed redevelopment.
We're holding a Community Open Day, Saturday 30 October, 10am till 1pm to farewell the old building and celebrate our exciting future.
Come along to learn about the gallery's history, its upgrade and our interim plans.
You'll be able to help make the final artwork in the gallery, which will be created by you sharing your memories of Mahara.
Join the rest of the motu on October 28 by taking part in our national earthquake drill and tsunami hīkoi, ShakeOut. Signing up only takes 2 minutes and when you do, you’ll be entered to win a personal emergency grab bag or civil defence wheelie bin kit from NZ Civil Defence.
ShakeOut takes … View moreJoin the rest of the motu on October 28 by taking part in our national earthquake drill and tsunami hīkoi, ShakeOut. Signing up only takes 2 minutes and when you do, you’ll be entered to win a personal emergency grab bag or civil defence wheelie bin kit from NZ Civil Defence.
ShakeOut takes place around the world to remind people of the right action to take during an earthquake:
DROP - down on your hands and knees. This protects you from falling but lets you move if you need to.
COVER - your head and neck (or entire body if possible) under a sturdy table or desk (if it is within a few steps of you). If there is no shelter nearby, cover your head and neck with your arms and hands.
HOLD - on to your shelter (or your position to protect your head and neck) until the shaking stops. If the shaking shifts your shelter around, move with it.
Head to www.shakeout.govt.nz... to sign up today and get involved!
The Kapiti Pakeke Lions Club are running their usual playhouse raffle with a closing date of 12 February 2022. First prize is the playhouse, second prize a 30 minute scenic flight and third prize is a Kitchen Wiz. Go to kapitipakekelions.org.nz... to purchase your tickets online.
Tickets will … View moreThe Kapiti Pakeke Lions Club are running their usual playhouse raffle with a closing date of 12 February 2022. First prize is the playhouse, second prize a 30 minute scenic flight and third prize is a Kitchen Wiz. Go to kapitipakekelions.org.nz... to purchase your tickets online.
Tickets will also be available at this years book fair at Waikanae Memorial Hall on 16/17 October 2021
Brand new and still in box it arrived in .It is kitset but looks easy to put together. The price is 1/3 price I paid.
The way this vase was fired creates a design that varies all the way round the pot. move it around . Turn it round and you have a different effect. Height is 29cm.
An interesting piece of pottery, made from terracotta clay and crackle glazed. 25 cm tall.
Great for storage and is a nice piece of furniture except the lid needs re varnishing.
91cm W.....47cm D....48cm H
The Interislander and Bluebridge ferry companies have cancelled multiple sailings as severe weather rolls through the Wellington and the Top of the South today.
Wellington is bracing for heavy swells of up to 6 metres as a front bringing heavy rain and gales makes its way up the country.
… View moreThe Interislander and Bluebridge ferry companies have cancelled multiple sailings as severe weather rolls through the Wellington and the Top of the South today.
Wellington is bracing for heavy swells of up to 6 metres as a front bringing heavy rain and gales makes its way up the country.
Metservice warned big waves were recorded on the capital's South Coast and Eastbourne. Wellington Region Emergency Management Office had reported that debris had already washed up along the coast as of 10:30.
All Interislander Services between Picton and Wellington today have been cancelled, with today's Bluebridge sailings cancelled and tomorrow's early morning services also scratched.
To keep up to date with the latest weather updates, visit the Metservice Warnings page.
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