Haven't voted yet? There's still time to have your say!
đđŒ Drop off your voting papers at one of our service centres or libraries BEFORE 12 midday 8 October.
â Voting by post has now closed so don't put your papers in the mail as it won't make it in time to be counted!
âïž Missing your voting papers? You need to cast a special vote which involves completing a form and a declaration. You can do this at our Paraparaumu offices at 175 Rimu Road. We are open until 7.30pm on Thursday and Friday nights, as well as from 8am-12pm on Saturday.
Got questions? Call us on 04 296 4700 or visit www.kapiticoast.govt.nz...
Scam Alert: Fake information regarding December Bonuses from MSD
The Ministry of Social Development is reporting that fake information is circulating about new âDecember bonusesâ or âbenefit increasesâ
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Poll: Are Kiwis allergic to âexuberanceâ? đ„
In The Postâs opinion piece on the developments set to open across Aotearoa in 2026, John Coop suggests that, as a nation, weâre âallergic to exuberance.â
We want to know: Are we really allergic to showing our excitement?
Is it time to lean into a more optimistic view of the place we call home? As big projects take shape and new opportunities emerge, perhaps itâs worth asking whether a little more confidence (and enthusiasm!) could do us some good.
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41.5% Yes
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33.6% Maybe?
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24.9% No
Some Choice News!
Many New Zealand gardens arenât seeing as many monarch butterflies fluttering around their swan plants and flower beds these days â the hungry Asian paper wasp has been taking its toll.
Thanks to people like Alan Baldick, whoâs made it his mission to protect the monarch, his neighbours still get to enjoy these beautiful butterflies in their own backyards.
Thinking about planting something to invite more butterflies, bees, and birds into your garden?
Thanks for your mahi, Alan! We hope this brings a smile!
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