Kāpiti Coast news
Is This the End of Spicer Landfill’s Bad Smell? January 15, 2025 A new tool at Porirua’s Spicer Landfill is aiming to put an end to the foul odours that have plagued nearby neighbourhoods for years. The… ...
Time for a Yarn at Whitby Library January 15, 2025 Community crafting group invites locals to connect over a cuppa and creativity. Whitby Library is calling all crafters to take part in “Time for a… ...
Porirua Business Gears Up for 2025 with Economic Update Breakfast January 13, 2025 Local businesses and community members are set to gather on February 11, 2025, for an insightful morning at the Economic Update Breakfast, hosted by the… ...
Run into 2025 with the Ara Harakeke Run January 13, 2025 The Ara Harakeke parkrun is providing a fresh outdoor option for runners and walkers. Ara Harakeke parkrun follows a dedicated off-road pathway along the top… ...
Phoenix Storm into Top Four with 3-0 Triumph January 11, 2025 The Wellington Phoenix Women's team delivered a commanding 3-0 victory over Western Sydney Wanderers in Sydney, propelling them into fourth place in the A-League standings.… ...
Wellington Man Tasered after Life Threatening Behaviour January 10, 2025 Police are appealing for witnesses after a family harm incident in Khandallah, Wellington, left a man in critical condition yesterday. Around 12pm on Thursday, 9… ...
More Than 300,000 Submissions on Treaty Principles Bill – Sets Record January 9, 2025 The Treaty Principles Bill has drawn more than 300,000 submissions—believed to be the highest number ever recorded in New Zealand’s legislative process—prompting the Justice Committee… ...
Eugene Ryder Honoured for Advocacy Work with King’s Service Medal January 8, 2025 Eugene Ryder has been awarded the King’s Service Medal for his dedication to supporting survivors of abuse in care, with a focus on Māori communities.… ...
Book Sale at Red Cross Op Shop in Porirua: Buy One, Get One Free! January 8, 2025 Book lovers in Porirua are in for a treat this week with a special promotion at the Red Cross op shop in the Megacentre, opposite… ...
Kiwi Boxer Nyika challenges Opetaia for Cruiserweight Crown January 8, 2025 Boxing fans will be glued to their screens tonight as Kiwi David Nyika steps into the ring for the biggest fight of his career. Nyika… ...
Ngāti Toa – Massive Investment in School Land January 6, 2025 Wellington iwi Ngāti Toa has secured over 80 hectares of land in the Hutt Valley, with the purchase of Crown land currently being occupied by… ...
Final Porirua Writers’ Walk Sculpture Honours Elizabeth Knox January 6, 2025 Porirua’s literary legacy was cemented just before Christmas, with the unveiling of the fifth and final sculpture in the Porirua Writers’ Walk. The artwork honours… ...
Remutaka Hill Closed Following Two-Vehicle Crash January 4, 2025 Remutaka Hill on State Highway 2 (SH2) is closed after a two-vehicle crash this morning. Emergency services were alerted to the incident at 11:30 am.… ...
Tributes Pour In for Dame Tariana Turia January 3, 2025 Commemorations are underway for Dame Tariana Turia, a trailblazing political leader and advocate for Māori rights, following her passing early this morning at the age… ...
Crash on SH58 Causes Westbound Delays Near Haywards Interchange January 3, 2025 A crash on State Highway 58 near the Haywards Interchange has disrupted westbound traffic this morning, causing delays for motorists heading toward Porirua. The incident,… ...
Man Faces Murder Charges in Court Today Over Police Officer’s Death January 3, 2025 A man accused of murdering Senior Sergeant Lyn Fleming by driving a car into her will face the Nelson District Court today. The incident occurred… ...
Mother Dies a Hero Saving Family at Waimamaku Beach January 3, 2025 Traci Te Paa, a 37-year-old mother from Wellington, tragically lost her life on Christmas Eve while saving her daughter and nephew from a rip at… ...
Community Honoured by Mahi of Taku Parai January 2, 2025 For the most part honours awarded at King's Birthday and New Year are to recipients who have distinguished themselves individually. In the honouring of Taku… ...New Year Honour for Whitby’s Graeme Blick (January 1, 2025) Whitby resident Graeme Blick has been awarded the prestigious CNZM (Companion of the New Zealand Order of Merit) in the New Year’s Honours List for… ...
Kāpiti and Mana Islands return to Ngāti Toa (December 31, 2024) Porirua-based iwi Ngāti Toa Rangatira has retaken ownership of Kāpiti and Mana Islands, 10 years after its Treaty of Waitangi settlement with the Crown. The… ...
12-year-old Stopped by Police for Wearing a Boxing Club Shirt (December 30, 2024) By 1News Reporters There are concerns police have misused a new gang patch ban law after a 12-year-old boy was questioned on Christmas Day for… ...
Courtenay Carnival: Wellington New Year’s Eve Celebration (December 28, 2024) Wellington is gearing up for a spectacular New Year’s Eve celebration with the inaugural Courtenay Carnival. The event will take place on Tuesday, 31 December… ...
Help Identify Man Found Deceased in Wellington (December 28, 2024) Police are seeking assistance from the public to identify a man found deceased on Wellington’s south coast on 27 December. Officers were alerted at approximately… ...
Hutt Murder Suspect Appears in Court (December 27, 2024) A 28-year-old man, Wipuhara Kapene, faced charges of murder and possession of a firearm in the Wellington District Court today. The charges relate to the… ...
‘Deeply Disturbing’ Vandalism of Pou Whenua Along Abel Tasman Coast Track (December 26, 2024) The vandalism of several pou whenua along the Abel Tasman Coast Track has caused outrage among the local community, prompting an investigation by the Department… ...
Police Make Arrest in Relation to Hutt Murder (December 24, 2024) A 28-year-old man has been arrested and charged with the murder of Albert Enoka, following a homicide investigation into the incident that occurred on Tuesday,… ...
Ngāti Toa Foodbank Finds Strength in Connection Amid Tough Year (December 24, 2024) Pokere Paewai, Māori issues reporter for RNZ It has been a tough year for foodbanks with more people in financial hardship and funding hard to come by.… ...
Wellington Phoenix Triumph in Stormy Porirua Clash with Sydney FC (December 23, 2024) Wellington Phoenix's Women's A-League team secured their fourth consecutive unbeaten match with a commanding 2-0 victory over defending champions Sydney FC on Saturday at Porirua.… ...
Titahi Bay Christmas Fair Brings Cheer to the Community (December 22, 2024) The Titahi Bay Christmas Fair delighted locals and visitors alike this Sunday at Kura Street Park. The five-hour family-friendly event drew a large crowd eager… ...
Porirua City Digital Library 24/7 (December 20, 2024) Welcome to the digital world of libraries that never close. With your Porirua Library card, and library PIN / PASSWORD, you can log in and… ...
Disco Fever Hits Porirua Tonight (December 20, 2024) Te Rauparaha Arena will transform into a vibrant hub of music, lights, and skating excitement tonight as Skatescool NZ hosts its inaugural Roller Disco. This… ...
Car Fire Shuts Johnsonville Northbound Offramp on SH1 (December 20, 2024) A four-wheel drive has caught fire on the Johnsonville northbound offramp on State Highway 1, prompting authorities to close the offramp until further notice. The… ...
Senior Police Officer Under Investigation Over Alleged Inappropriate Conduct (December 18, 2024) Deputy Police Commissioner Jevon McSkimming, the country’s second-highest-ranking officer, is currently on leave as investigations proceed into allegations of inappropriate conduct involving a junior staff… ...
Police Seize Cars, Make Arrests, and Collect $4,500 at Porirua Funeral (December 18, 2024) Police actions at the funeral of a prominent gang member in Porirua yesterday have raised eyebrows, with checkpoints, arrests, and fines overshadowing what officers themselves… ...
Police Investigate Porirua Homicide (December 17, 2024) Police are now treating the investigation into the death of Sean Remnant as a homicide. In this early hours of Sunday 1 December, emergency services… ...
Magnitude 7.3 Earthquake Near Vanuatu: No Tsunami Risk for Porirua (December 17, 2024) The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) has confirmed there is no tsunami threat to New Zealand following a magnitude 7.3 earthquake near Vanuatu at 2:47… ...
Visible Police Presence for Gang Funeral in Hutt Valley and Porirua (December 17, 2024) Police are maintaining a visible presence in the Hutt Valley and Porirua today as they monitor the funeral of a prominent gang member, following the… ...
Rolling Car Causes Minor Collision at Porirua Station (December 16, 2024) A minor car park incident occurred at Porirua Station this morning, Monday, 16 December, at approximately 7:15 a.m. A parked vehicle, left without the handbrake… ...