Progress results are in!
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 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.
Ryman Village Open Days
Wednesday 10 December, 10am - 3pm
Join us this Wednesday and explore our lifestyle, show homes and amenities.
More than just a place to live, Ryman villages are places where friendships grow, hobbies flourish and a genuine sense of community thrives.
The best way is to experience it for yourself. No appointment necessary!
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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53.2% Yes
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46.8% No
A riddle to start the festive season 🌲🎁🌟
I'm a fruit. If you take away my first letter, I'm a crime. If you take away my first two letters, I'm an animal. If you take away my first and last letter, I'm a form of music. What am I?
Do you think you know the answer? Simply 'Like' this post if you know the answer and the big reveal will be posted in the comments at 2pm on the day!
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