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📚💛 Get ready, book lovers!
Our Combined Lions Clubs of Kāpiti Monster Book Fair is on THIS WEEKEND! 🎉
Sat 18 Oct (8–5)
Sun 19 Oct (9–2) Waikanae Memorial Hall
Thousands of books, puzzles, music & more!
Stock up for your summer reading and support the Golf for Good … View more📚💛 Get ready, book lovers!
Our Combined Lions Clubs of Kāpiti Monster Book Fair is on THIS WEEKEND! 🎉
Sat 18 Oct (8–5)
Sun 19 Oct (9–2) Waikanae Memorial Hall
Thousands of books, puzzles, music & more!
Stock up for your summer reading and support the Golf for Good Project ⛳
🩺 The Lions Skin Cancer Bus will also be on site —
come on down and get a free skin check! ☀️
📘 Don’t miss Kāpiti’s biggest book event of the year!
Thank you for your patience while our preliminary results were processed today. It took more time than anticipated, as we had almost double what we received in the last few days of the previous election!
Thank you to all of you who voted. We don’t mind waiting if it means more of you … View moreThank you for your patience while our preliminary results were processed today. It took more time than anticipated, as we had almost double what we received in the last few days of the previous election!
Thank you to all of you who voted. We don’t mind waiting if it means more of you participated in local democracy.
Preliminary results, reflect about 95% of votes returned but do not include special votes. These give us a good indication of what our Council, Community Boards and the Māori Ward referendum might look like. But it is important to note, final results are not expected until Friday 17 October.
👉Preliminary results provisionally indicate the Kapiti Coast Māori Ward will remain in place for the 2028 and 2031 local elections.
👉Preliminary results show Janet Holborow re-elected as Mayor for the 2025–2028 triennium.
👉There are a couple of changes from yesterday’s progress results. These are for the Kapiti Coast Māori Ward and the Waikanae Community Board.
Full preliminary results for Council, community board seats, and the Māori ward are now available - www.kapiticoast.govt.nz...
It may be wet and windy, but the soil is warming up nicely. Still too early to be planting tomatoes outdoors but we have some nice early varieties suitable for starting out in a greenhouse or veggie pod.
We still have some 'Kimber' Zucchini, which are self-fertile and will set fruit even… View moreIt may be wet and windy, but the soil is warming up nicely. Still too early to be planting tomatoes outdoors but we have some nice early varieties suitable for starting out in a greenhouse or veggie pod.
We still have some 'Kimber' Zucchini, which are self-fertile and will set fruit even if the bees are not around to pollinate. Also a selection from our regular Zucchini varieties - 13 in total this year including some interesting new varieties.
Planning to be at the market in spite of the forecast but heavy wind may be a problem.
Second hand PGO 50 in great condition. Reliable and fast. Almost brand new tires, back and front. Has a couple of minor problems: horn and kick start do not work. It has never failed to start by electric start and the horn can be easily replaced. The scooter is fast and reliable. As any other 50CC … View moreSecond hand PGO 50 in great condition. Reliable and fast. Almost brand new tires, back and front. Has a couple of minor problems: horn and kick start do not work. It has never failed to start by electric start and the horn can be easily replaced. The scooter is fast and reliable. As any other 50CC scooter does not require WOF. Registration expires May next year. Selling because moving overseas. It comes with a back pack that can be easily removed. Selling as is. If interested, I have a couple of helmets for an additional 50NZD each. Scooter has 25900 Kms as per picture.
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Over the last 24 hours, we have received about 3,900 hand-delivered voting papers.
Our progress results reflect about 90% of votes returned but do not include hand-delivered votes received on Friday and Saturday morning (election day), or *special votes. Preliminary results will be issued … View moreOver the last 24 hours, we have received about 3,900 hand-delivered voting papers.
Our progress results reflect about 90% of votes returned but do not include hand-delivered votes received on Friday and Saturday morning (election day), or *special votes. Preliminary results will be issued tomorrow, with final results expected on Friday 17 October.
Progress results show for the 2025-2028 triennium, that the Māori Ward will remain in place with the following candidates provisionally elected:
Mayor:
👉 Janet Holborow
Districtwide Councillors:
👉Liz Koh
👉Rob McCann
Kapiti Coast Māori Ward Councillor:
👉Deanna Rudd
Ōtaki Ward Councillor:
👉 Heniti Buick
Paekākāriki-Raumati Ward Councillor:
👉Bede Laracy
Paraparaumu Ward Councillors:
👉Martin Halliday
👉Glen Cooper
👉Glen Olsen
Waikanae Ward Councillors:
👉Steven Botica
👉Jocelyn Prvanov
Ōtaki Community Board members:
👉Cam Butler
👉Simon Black
👉Rhyna Taratoa
👉Jackie Elliot
Paekākāriki Community Board members:
👉Tina Pope
👉Himiona Grace
👉Kelsey Lee
👉Elyse Robert
Paraparaumu Community Board members:
👉Glen Olsen
👉Karl Webber
👉David Ogden
👉Kathy Spiers
Raumati Community Board members:
👉Fiona Vining
👉Zelda Edwards
👉Sue Harris
👉Jonny Best
Waikanae Community Board members:
👉Michael Moore
👉Richard Mansell
👉Phil Byrne
👉Tonchi Begovich
See more at 👉🏼 www.kapiticoast.govt.nz... including details about preliminary and final results.
The final confirmed results of all votes are legally required to be announced by Sunday 19 October however, we hope to release them on Friday 17 October. Results are not final until they are declared by the electoral officer.
Hi ! I’m selling these cushions from my art !
45x45 cm $25 ea
Inner cushion included
Pick up Paraparaumu beach
Thanks :)
Where:- Waikanae Beach Community Hall
22 Rauparaha Street,
When:- Sunday 12 October
- 10am - 1pm
The weather might be inclement but it is nice and warm and dry in the hall so why not enjoy a Sunday outing with your family by visiting this great Community Market where you will discover … View moreWhere:- Waikanae Beach Community Hall
22 Rauparaha Street,
When:- Sunday 12 October
- 10am - 1pm
The weather might be inclement but it is nice and warm and dry in the hall so why not enjoy a Sunday outing with your family by visiting this great Community Market where you will discover handmade treasures and local creativity by highly talented stallholders where every piece tells a story.
You will find a huge variety of quality items and GIFTS plus local natural Honey, Prenzels, Oils and Sauces.
Bring the Kids along so they can meet local author Michael Peryer and view his latest Children's Adventure Books. Jane will also be there with her hand made Crochet Toys along with Helen and her incredible range of Children's Dress Ups and Dolls Clothes.
Meet up with Friends and enjoy a day out on the Kapiti Coast and visit this great friendly Community Market then spend the rest of the day at other events and attractions including a visit to our awesome cafes.
Don't miss it... support local!
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Friday 17 & Saturday 18 October, 10am - 2pm.
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🚗 Vehicle parked in a visible location, or off the street if possible.
🚙 Valuables, including keys, removed from vehicle, or stored safely out of sight.
🚗 Vehicle locked & keys taken with you.
🚙 Keys & key chains do not display names, addresses, or license plate numbers.
… View more🚗 Vehicle parked in a visible location, or off the street if possible.
🚙 Valuables, including keys, removed from vehicle, or stored safely out of sight.
🚗 Vehicle locked & keys taken with you.
🚙 Keys & key chains do not display names, addresses, or license plate numbers.
🚗 Number plates secured with anti-theft screws (available at car accessory stores).
🚙 Alloy wheels secured with fit locking, anti-tamper wheel nuts.
🚗 Car ownership information stored at home, not in the vehicle.
🚙 Vehicle fitted with an anti-theft device, such as a steering wheel lock or alarm.
🚗 If the vehicle is keyless, ‘keys’ (or entry device) kept a safe distance from the car, away from doors & windows so the signal cannot be interfered with.
🚙 Get to know neighbours & their vehicles so you’ll know if you see something that doesn’t seem right.
Always report suspicious behaviour in your neighbourhood.
If it's already happened, phone 105 or report at 105.police.govt.nz.
If it's happening now, call 111.
Want to make an anonymous report? Contact Crime Stoppers
For more tips on keeping safe, visit the police.govt.nz website.
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