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Please tell your friends about this meeting on Tuesday 27th September 1030am upstairs in the Rimu Room in Coastlands.
As more and more grandparents find themselves needing to help with grandchildren, people like Cecilee Donovan from Grandparents raising Grandchildren and our community lawyers can … View morePlease tell your friends about this meeting on Tuesday 27th September 1030am upstairs in the Rimu Room in Coastlands.
As more and more grandparents find themselves needing to help with grandchildren, people like Cecilee Donovan from Grandparents raising Grandchildren and our community lawyers can provide a wealth of knowledge to help ease the pressure -
Hosted by Citizens Advice Bureau - please ring to say you are coming for catering purposes 0275 999 823 😊😊😊
Please come and join us for our concert commemorating the reign of our Queen and the close of the Elizabethan age. 12 noon 24 September at Paraparaumu Library.
Kapiti Brass Commemoration for Queen Elizabeth II.pdf Download View
If you felt the recent earthquake, your first thought was probably the safety of your loved ones.
So now’s the time to think about protecting them by making your home quake safe. The good news is there’s a lot you can do right now, like securing tall and heavy furniture, and getting a … View moreIf you felt the recent earthquake, your first thought was probably the safety of your loved ones.
So now’s the time to think about protecting them by making your home quake safe. The good news is there’s a lot you can do right now, like securing tall and heavy furniture, and getting a builder to look at your chimney.
Everything you need to know is at EQC’s site. Don’t wait for the next earthquake to shake you into action, get started now.
RELISTED ELSEWHERE.
Our storage shed , previously completely dry , sound and waterproof was damaged by a tornado some weeks ago.
We still have all the bits , including ranchslider but it is not economic for us to pay to get this fixed. If you are wanting a office or extra bedroom and are … View moreRELISTED ELSEWHERE.
Our storage shed , previously completely dry , sound and waterproof was damaged by a tornado some weeks ago.
We still have all the bits , including ranchslider but it is not economic for us to pay to get this fixed. If you are wanting a office or extra bedroom and are a handy person, it would be a worthwhile project given the cost of a new one. The roof is still watertight , it's just the back panel and ranch slider gaps that aren't.
3750mm long x 2540mm wide and 2200mm height
$1200.00
0272431058
OPEN HOMES with the Tall Poppy Otaki team this Sunday 25th Sept.
A busy weekend with some spectacular homes to view!
If you are viewing homes this weekend be sure to add these to your list!
Haven’t received your voting papers for this year’s local elections or didn’t enrol or update your details in time? 🤔
You'll need to cast a special vote before 12 noon, 8 October. Forms can be requested by calling 0800 486 486 and are available at Council offices in Paraparaumu.
… View moreHaven’t received your voting papers for this year’s local elections or didn’t enrol or update your details in time? 🤔
You'll need to cast a special vote before 12 noon, 8 October. Forms can be requested by calling 0800 486 486 and are available at Council offices in Paraparaumu.
For everything you need to know about special votes, visit kapiticoast.govt.nz...
** HIGHLIGHTS FROM THIS WEEKEND'S PROGRAMME SCHEDULE ON Coast Access Radio 104.7FM **
* Friday 4 - 6pm: "Drive Live" - with Tanya...
* Fri 7pm: "The Groove Yard" - with our jovial James Eaton!
* Saturday 8.30am: "Ratbag's Racing Show" - Thanks to the … View more** HIGHLIGHTS FROM THIS WEEKEND'S PROGRAMME SCHEDULE ON Coast Access Radio 104.7FM **
* Friday 4 - 6pm: "Drive Live" - with Tanya...
* Fri 7pm: "The Groove Yard" - with our jovial James Eaton!
* Saturday 8.30am: "Ratbag's Racing Show" - Thanks to the Railway Hotel, Otaki - a repeat from 10.30am this morning, in case you missed it - Nigel Hopkins and Chris Craddock's horse racing picks for you...
* Sat 8.45am: "A week of it" - The week's headline from the online paper for Kapiti and Horowhenua - www.kcnews.co.nz...
* Sat 9am: "Conversations" - Our techy-friend Jack Penman (pictured) is soooo clever, and he was a recent sepaker at the TEDx talks in Kapiti....hear about his invention, the 'JackBord' as he has a chat with Graeme Joyes.
* Sat 10am: "Jazz Actualities" - Adam Melville's turn this week for an hour of jazz.
* Sat 12noon: "Radio Rotary Roundup" - Todd Zaner speaks with local rotarian, Steve Botica.
* Sat 1.30pm: "Then & Now" - Vivienne Bailey talks to Tarn (Tania) Sheerin from 'Kapiti Kindness Trust' - tune in to learn more!
* Sat 8pm - 12am: "Rock Back the clock with Dave Dee" - This guy knows how to rock your Saturday night!
***** DAYLIGHT SAVING STARTS 2am SUNDAY - WIND CLOCKS FORWARD ONE HOUR WHEN YOU GO TO BED *****
* Sunday 7am: "Suzy & Friends" - Whatever the weather, it's always a good time for Suzy!
* Sun 9am: "Children's Story" - Vivienne Bailey reads from Tom E. Moffatt's book, 'Barking Mad' - such fun!!!
* Sun 1pm: "Well-Able" - Tanya chats with Naomi Yeoman, General Manager at 'Well-Able", 110 Rimu Road, Paraparaumu about what they have to offer in the way of mobility aids, education and assistance - right in time for Senior's Week!
* Sun 6pm: "Book Reading" - Bill reads from Angela Robertson's Book, 'Creating Life on our own terms' - This time the subject is Mike Elliot.
***** MONDAY 26th SEPTEMBER - PUBLIC HOLIDAY - No live 2 air broadcasts as we are commemorating Queen Elizabeth II Memorial Day.
* Monday 8am: From Wellington Access Radio - A very special interview with Paula Tesoriero.
* Mon 10.30am: "Political Point of View" - Graham Priest interviews local body candidates.
* 1 minute of silence on air (104.7FM and online) at 1400hrs/2pm Monday 26th September 2022.
Stay safe and have a lovely long weekend.
Should Aotearoa become a republic? Debate reveals 'stark division' between Kiwis, politicians and experts weigh in
Should Aotearoa become a republic?
… View moreShould Aotearoa become a republic? Debate reveals 'stark division' between Kiwis, politicians and experts weigh in
Should Aotearoa become a republic?
Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern says yes, in her lifetime - but not under her Government.
Regardless, the low-level debate has begun - revealing a "stark division" between Kiwis.
It wasn't long after Queen Elizabeth II's death the debate on whether or not Aotearoa should become a republic began and Ardern was asked if it was something the Labour Government will seek to do.
"I do believe that New Zealand will become a republic in my lifetime but I don't believe there is a sense of urgency from New Zealanders, so it's not something we are pursuing or intend to pursue," she said.
National leader Christopher Luxon is on the same page - he too expects a change in his lifetime.
"There will be a conversation in New Zealand where there is a burning platform and people are ready for that conversation. I just sense that it's not now."
NZ Republic chair Lewis Holden told AM Kiwis are generally divided on the issue and it seems to be amongst the younger and older generations.
But the division is not just seen amongst the age demographic. Historian at Auckland University Felicity Barnes said Māori are divided on the issue too.
"There's never one unified voice… Treaty [of Waitangi] arrangements are something that are going to be something that's thought about very carefully."
Becoming a republic is a topic Holden wants Ardern and her Government to find a definitive answer on.
"We would like her to commit for there to be a referendum on this issue but, look, at the moment, the public is generally divided and it's quite a stark division," he said.
But Barnes said Ardern has "read the room quite well" and believes there isn't an appetite amongst Kiwis for constitutional change right now.
"New Zealanders enjoy the quiet life in constitutional change, it's galvanising a lot of attention away from the average person."
She said history shows Aotearoa is slow to act on constitutional change.
Holden agreed, saying he predicts it would take other Commonwealth countries with the monarch as head of state to move before New Zealand does.
"Like we talked about before… [it's] those outside influences that tend to make New Zealand do things."
But Te Pāti Māori co-leader Rawiri Waititi doesn't want to see Aotearoa become a republic at all, instead a constitutional model unpinned by Te Riti o Waitangi.
"Nope, not a republic but something more unique, that's underpinned by Te Tiriti o Waitangi."
Waititi said it's vital for Te Riti o Waitangi to be protected and remain centre of Aotearoa's constitution.
"In the building and the development of a constitution, Te Riti o Waitangi must be there to ensure it protects not just Māori, not just Tangata Whenua but also Tangata Te Tiriti."
If Aotearoa did become a republic, Holden would like to see the Governor-General take office and become the head of state - with the aim of keeping politicians away from the role.
"We would like to put some sort of rules like Barbados did when they made the move back in 2021, to say no politician, no sitting members of Parliament can be head of state."
Waititi said a "mature" conversation needs to be had about what a constitution in Aotearoa looks like without the monarchy before the questions of who would be head of state can be answered.
Our House of the Week this week is a piece of Paekākāriki history, a four bedroom homestead with sea views. For sale through Doug Palmer and Magno Vieira from Harcourts. Read more about it on page 3 of Homed!
Looking for an agent to market your home?
Check Homed Kāpiti to find agents who are… View moreOur House of the Week this week is a piece of Paekākāriki history, a four bedroom homestead with sea views. For sale through Doug Palmer and Magno Vieira from Harcourts. Read more about it on page 3 of Homed!
Looking for an agent to market your home?
Check Homed Kāpiti to find agents who are actively marketing in your area and chat to them about getting your property featured in the Homed Kāpiti.
Distribution & Delivery:
Homed Kāpiti gets delivered to 26,500 letterboxes every Thursday from Paekākāriki to Ōtaki Beach, and is also available in stands throughout the area.
For more information:
Please ask your agent to contact Cameron Beattie on 021 973 105 or cameron.beattie@stuff.co.nz OR Niko Perez on 021 501 913 or niko.perez@stuff.co.nz
Not receiving your weekly delivery?
Please phone 0800 339000 or e mail distribution@stuff.co.nz
Our Vivienne Bailey talks with Tarn (Tania) Sheerin from "Kapiti Kindness Trust" this Saturday at 1.30pm on her programme "Then & Now", on 104.7FM (repeats Tuesday 27th at 8.30pm) and is also available as a podcast on our website from this Saturday morning, so you can listen… View moreOur Vivienne Bailey talks with Tarn (Tania) Sheerin from "Kapiti Kindness Trust" this Saturday at 1.30pm on her programme "Then & Now", on 104.7FM (repeats Tuesday 27th at 8.30pm) and is also available as a podcast on our website from this Saturday morning, so you can listen at your convenience...
Hear about the good they do and other's do within the community and follow them on Facebook too!
As Tarn said, "Small acts make big changes"..... 😊
🌊 Our Coastal Advisory Panel is engaging with communities up and down our coast to get your views for how your area should adapt to coastal changes resulting from climate change.
First off the block is the ‘Northern Adaptation Area’. This covers the coast from Ōtaki to Te Horo and Peka … View more🌊 Our Coastal Advisory Panel is engaging with communities up and down our coast to get your views for how your area should adapt to coastal changes resulting from climate change.
First off the block is the ‘Northern Adaptation Area’. This covers the coast from Ōtaki to Te Horo and Peka Peka. We’re grouping these areas together because they are experiencing similar coastal processes and changes.
If you live in or have connections with Ōtaki, Te Horo and Peka Peka, come along to share your views on what you value about this part of the Kāpiti Coast, what concerns you most about the coastal changes you’re seeing, and your ideas for how the community should adapt.
Saturday 24 September, 2-4pm, Ōtaki Rotary Lounge, 25 Aotaki Street, Ōtaki.
Simple stripes create stunning results with these great craft ideas. Brighten up some old napkins (or plain new ones) with eye-catching designs inspired by traditional patterns using Resene paint. Plus paint your own height chart and Ti rakau.
Find out how to create your own.
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