Survey shows local businesses are cautiously optimistic
The 2010 Annual Regional Business Survey of Kāpiti Horowhenua businesses conducted in June indicates a core level of confidence in the local economy within the […]
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Kāpiti Fly Fishing Club (Inc.)
CLUB PURPOSE: To promote the art and sport ofFly Fishing. To respect the ownership ofland adjoining waterways. To promote the protection of fishand wildlife habitat. […]
We need to invest in saving lives
The cost, both personal and to the system long-term, of not providing access to bariatric surgery has again reared its head. It raises questions about […]
Time to teach Whanganuitanga
The time has come for schools within the rohe of Whanganui, to be teaching Whanganuitanga. Our Whanganuitanga our affiliations to Whanganui and the river is […]
Matariki celebrated
Last week’s announcement to repeal the Foreshore and Seabed Act of 2004 came in the exact time that we know in Whanganui and Taranaki as […]
Youth employment cycleway project dumped
A $5 million government fund to employ young workers on cycleway projects has quietly been shelved after delivering just a quarter of the jobs envisaged. […]
Late rush for Business Awards
Organisers of the Electra Business Awards for Horowhenua and Kāpiti received a late rush of entries over the last week before the closing date. For […]
A Celebration of womens leadership
Stand by for outrageous comedy from the Topp Twins and stimulating global perspectives from Ann M. Veneman (Forbes top 50 most powerful women) and Rt […]
Music legend back for Lembas gig
Kāpiti and Kiwi music legend Wayne Mason will back in town next week after touring the North Island.“Im really looking forward to playing back at […]
Whareroa Guardians complete Ramaroa northern planting
Planting is proceeding well with completion of the northern section of the Ramaroa site. Holes were again pre-dug (Yeah!) and the 11th was a magnificent […]