Nikau Valley, Paraparaumu

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416 days ago

Bryce Edwards Holding Labour Accountable for Global Events

Marie from Waikanae

My how love can so quickly turn to hate. We all loved Labour in 2020, now its being punished for a pandemic, climate change and natural disasters, supply side disruptions, inflation, the list goes on. For those people who are disillusioned with the government, how would you have felt if you had … View moreMy how love can so quickly turn to hate. We all loved Labour in 2020, now its being punished for a pandemic, climate change and natural disasters, supply side disruptions, inflation, the list goes on. For those people who are disillusioned with the government, how would you have felt if you had been left to your own devices? No immunization program, no Public Health input, (No Ashley) no information, no extra hospital resources, no disaster relief, no rescue services, no public transport subsidies, no petrol subsidies, wage subsidies, no government grants to disaster regions, no increases to benefits, winter energy payment and superannuation, and so on. I for one am very grateful to the Labour government for its "wellness budget" and humanitarian response to these events. I thank my lucky stars we weren't in a National government, who would have had the boarders open in an instant and every person left to tackle it alone.
To expect a government to initiate progressive policy with all this going on is not realistic. Nevertheless many expect just that. Its a thankless task being a politician it seems. The fact that the rest of the world was in an even worse position seems to have escaped some people.
Bryce Edwards in his recent publication, seems to have bought into Nationals spin also. According to Edwards, these global events are all Labour's fault. His piece has been described as an "obituary for Labour". More National spin. Its worth noting too, that the last political commentator and economist at Victoria who criticized a National government lost his job. Independent? Probably not?

This election is much closer than National likes to put about. They like to tell everyone "We've got this".
Newsflash: THEY HAVEN'T
The people will decide on Saturday who's got it, not National, not Edwards or anyone else. Edwards, more than anyone, as the leader of the democracy project, should know better.
Edwards is into the empty National slogans too.
Labour hasn't delivered......
Well lets get specific, delivered on what?
I await your replies with great interest.

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414 days ago

Thank you

Vincent from Waikanae

Thank you Resene Paint, The money will be donated to the IHC Paraparaumu i Nice bunch of guys they paint beautiful art

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414 days ago

LIONS MONSTER BOOKFAIR 14 & 15 OCTOBER

Terry Burch from Waikanae Lions Club

The Lions Monster Bookfair will be held at the Waikanae Memorial Hall on Saturday and Sunday 14th and 15th of October.

There will be a great range of books on sale most at $2 each.

The doors will open at 8am on Saturday until 5pm, and on Sunday opening at 9am until 2 pm.

Loads of fiction, … View more
The Lions Monster Bookfair will be held at the Waikanae Memorial Hall on Saturday and Sunday 14th and 15th of October.

There will be a great range of books on sale most at $2 each.

The doors will open at 8am on Saturday until 5pm, and on Sunday opening at 9am until 2 pm.

Loads of fiction, travel, cooking, gardening, hobbies, biographies, books, puzzles and games and musical material – enough to satisfy everyone on the whole of Kapiti Coast at least until next year’s Bookfair.

And as always, the funds raised will go to many needy organisations.

417 days ago

Poll: What issues influence your vote most?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

October 14th is the last day for voting in the General Election 2023. And while there are some policies that are nice to have, there are other issues that are imperative to us. Where do your priorities lie this election? From the options below, choose what is swaying your vote the most.

Type … View more
October 14th is the last day for voting in the General Election 2023. And while there are some policies that are nice to have, there are other issues that are imperative to us. Where do your priorities lie this election? From the options below, choose what is swaying your vote the most.

Type 'Not For Print' if you wish your comments to be excluded from the Conversations column of your local paper.

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What issues influence your vote most?
  • 3.2% Education
    3.2% Complete
  • 24.2% Health
    24.2% Complete
  • 8.1% Environment
    8.1% Complete
  • 6% Housing
    6% Complete
  • 18.7% Justice/Law
    18.7% Complete
  • 2.2% Infrastructure
    2.2% Complete
  • 0.4% Defence and foreign affairs
    0.4% Complete
  • 2.5% Community & Inclusion
    2.5% Complete
  • 7.5% Income & Employment
    7.5% Complete
  • 22.3% Economy
    22.3% Complete
  • 4.9% Other - I'll share below
    4.9% Complete
1929 votes
414 days ago

Waikanae Arts and Crafts Society - Indoor Market Day

Jocelyn from Waikanae

Forget housework! Come along to our indoor market day, this Saturday 14 October, 9.00am to 3.00pm at our rooms 27a Elizabeth St, Waikanae (over the railway line). Items for sale include embroidery, spinning, knitting, weaving, paintings, cards, fresh produce, plants, scrummy baking and raffles. For… View moreForget housework! Come along to our indoor market day, this Saturday 14 October, 9.00am to 3.00pm at our rooms 27a Elizabeth St, Waikanae (over the railway line). Items for sale include embroidery, spinning, knitting, weaving, paintings, cards, fresh produce, plants, scrummy baking and raffles. For the first time there will also be a ‘craft stash’ table. Come along and see what’s available. Cash sales please!

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415 days ago

Ryman Healthcare & Black Ferns: It takes a village

The Team from Ryman Healthcare

Ryman Healthcare is proud to champion the women's game like never before. We are committed to supporting initiatives that empower women and celebrate their achievements, showcased through our official partnership with the Black Ferns and Black Ferns Sevens.

Our partnership brings a host of … View more
Ryman Healthcare is proud to champion the women's game like never before. We are committed to supporting initiatives that empower women and celebrate their achievements, showcased through our official partnership with the Black Ferns and Black Ferns Sevens.

Our partnership brings a host of benefits that contribute to the growth and development of women's rugby. Together, we aim to inspire the next generation of players and foster a vibrant community around the sport. Click here to learn more.
Learn more now

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415 days ago

Free

Rena from Paraparaumu

Fence blew down in storm , free wood to anyone who can use it .

Free

415 days ago

Vision Kāpiti - Have your say on education

The Team from Kāpiti Coast District Council

With kids heading back to school this week we thought it's a good time to ask your thoughts on education in Kāpiti – what could be improved? Share your vision for Kāpiti and have your say online now 👉🏼haveyoursay.kapiticoast.govt.nz...

We want to make sure everyone in Kāpiti can … View more
With kids heading back to school this week we thought it's a good time to ask your thoughts on education in Kāpiti – what could be improved? Share your vision for Kāpiti and have your say online now 👉🏼haveyoursay.kapiticoast.govt.nz...

We want to make sure everyone in Kāpiti can access a range of education services to help them to pursue fulfilling careers. We also need to make sure they’re the right type of education services so we can encourage rangatahi (young people) to study here and then stay on to work locally. ✏️🎓📚

We’re already exploring options for an education hub to help students find pathways to employment right here in Kāpiti – and we’d like to hear what you think Kāpiti needs now and for the future.

Visit haveyoursay.kapiticoast.govt.nz... to share your ideas and aspirations! Your feedback will help to inform a districtwide vision to enable a sustainable future and guide Council planning now, and over the next couple of decades.

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415 days ago

Veon Television

Sandie from Paraparaumu Beach

48 inch Veon TV with remote and stand. Does work but has problem. Probably an easy fix for someone who knows what they're doing. FREE

Free

415 days ago

Poll: What Hits Hardest?

The Team from NZ Compare

Hello Neighbours! We all understand bills are piling up for everyone.
What's been hitting your wallet the hardest lately, making you cringe every time you pay for it?

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What Hits Hardest?
  • 14.5% Power/Gas
    14.5% Complete
  • 60.9% Groceries
    60.9% Complete
  • 2.2% Broadband/Phone
    2.2% Complete
  • 22.5% Insurance
    22.5% Complete
1051 votes
415 days ago

Kāpiti Christmas Parade and Festival

The Team from Kāpiti Coast District Council

Kāpiti, your Christmas wishes have come true! 🎄🎅 Join us for a fantastic day of holiday celebrations on Sunday, 10 December, from 11am to 4pm.

Be enchanted by the Christmas floats as they parade around Southward Car Museum's driveway starting at 11am. Santa himself will be there, so … View more
Kāpiti, your Christmas wishes have come true! 🎄🎅 Join us for a fantastic day of holiday celebrations on Sunday, 10 December, from 11am to 4pm.

Be enchanted by the Christmas floats as they parade around Southward Car Museum's driveway starting at 11am. Santa himself will be there, so make sure to give him a friendly wave! 🎅

And the fun doesn't stop there! Head behind the museum for a festival filled with bouncy castles, delicious food trucks, live music, and more. And of course, remember to visit Santa in his Grotto.

A free Christmas Bus will leave Paraparaumu train station every 30 minutes to bring attendees to the event and back again – first bus departs at 10.30am for the parade.

Thinking about joining the parade with your own float? Make sure you read our parade rules before completing the entry form. To learn more about entering, visit www.kapiticoast.govt.nz...

Thanks to our main sponsor, Voyle & Co Realty, for helping us make this event possible.

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416 days ago

THE MAHARA PLACE MID- WEEK MARKET IS ON TODAY

Gary from Waikanae

Come on down to the Mahara Place mid-week MARKET which is on TODAY (Tuesday) from 9.30am until midday near the new library in Waikanae. Fresh Fruit & Veg, Plants, Seedlings and Fresh Flowers, Olive Oil, Sewing Crafts, Prenzel Products, The Rawleigh's Man, Bric-a-Brac, Books and lots lots … View moreCome on down to the Mahara Place mid-week MARKET which is on TODAY (Tuesday) from 9.30am until midday near the new library in Waikanae. Fresh Fruit & Veg, Plants, Seedlings and Fresh Flowers, Olive Oil, Sewing Crafts, Prenzel Products, The Rawleigh's Man, Bric-a-Brac, Books and lots lots more. Grab a coffee, lunch and visit the market and the local shops. See you there...SUPPORT LOCAL!!

416 days ago

Food Recall: Regal brand Epicurean Bourbon BBQ, Chinese 5-Spice, and Lemon Pepper Hot Smoked Salmon

James from Waikanae

The New Zealand King Salmon Company Limited is recalling specific batches of its Regal brand Epicurean Bourbon BBQ, Chinese 5-Spice, and Lemon Pepper Hot Smoked Salmon due to the products being labelled with an incorrect date mark. Affected products should not be consumed.

READ MORE: … View more
The New Zealand King Salmon Company Limited is recalling specific batches of its Regal brand Epicurean Bourbon BBQ, Chinese 5-Spice, and Lemon Pepper Hot Smoked Salmon due to the products being labelled with an incorrect date mark. Affected products should not be consumed.

READ MORE: www.mpi.govt.nz...

416 days ago

Monkey bars

Aimee from Paraparaumu Beach

2.1m high
2.7m long
Can deliver
$450

Negotiable

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416 days ago

CompServ Computer Services, trusted on the Kapiti Coast since 2004

Glen from Paraparaumu

PC running slow, need more storage, is it overdue for a health check, virus or malware check, a generally security check, are you up to date with windows and software updates?

Or are you still running now obsolete and at risk windows 7 or 8

Give the friendly team at CompServ a call, CompServ… View more
PC running slow, need more storage, is it overdue for a health check, virus or malware check, a generally security check, are you up to date with windows and software updates?

Or are you still running now obsolete and at risk windows 7 or 8

Give the friendly team at CompServ a call, CompServ has been your trusted mobile computer service team on the Kapiti coast since 2004.

www.compserv.co.nz... 04 902 0081

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