Final local election results for Kāpiti Coast
The final results for our 2025 local elections are in! All votes have been counted and officially declared. You can view the full list of elected members and detailed results at www.kapiticoast.govt.nz...
🔹Janet Holborow has been re-elected as Mayor of the Kāpiti Coast District for a second term.
🔹The Māori ward poll results confirm that a Māori ward will be established for the 2028 and 2031 local elections.
Thank you to everyone who put their hand up to represent our community, and to all 46.9% of our eligible voters who took the time to vote – local democracy only works when our community gets involved 💙
Elected members officially take office on Sunday 19 October, with inaugural Council and Community Board meetings to follow.
Ngā mihi nui, Kāpiti.
Poll: Should we be giving the green light to new mining projects? 💰🌲
The Environmental Protection Authority announced this week that a proposed mine in Central Otago (near Cromwell) is about to enter its fast-track assessment process. A final decision could come within six months, and if it’s approved, construction might start as early as mid-2026.
We want to know: Should mining projects like this move ahead?
Keen to dig deeper? Mike White has the scoop.
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53.1% Yes
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46.9% No
Make the holidays easier this year!
We’ve pulled together a few clever Christmas hacks thanks to Ryman resident, Sullen - simple ideas to save time and stress so you can enjoy more of the festive fun.
A few favourites:
- Hang tree lights vertically for an even glow
- Use reusable gift bags for quick, eco-friendly wrapping
- Prep food ahead to keep Christmas Day relaxed
Click read more for the full list of tips.
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