Our latest news
There's a lot going on that we know you're keen to hear about. Here's the latest news and information from us.
Dangerous buildings policy updated and adopted
04 December 2024 | Your Council
Dangerous buildings policy updated and adopted
Following review and public consultation Kāpiti Coast District Council has adopted the Dangerous, Affected, and Insanitary Buildings Policy 2024.
The policy is a requirement of the Building Act and is...
Resource and building consents for beginners
02 December 2024
Resource and building consents for beginners
Thinking of building a new home, extending or renovating the one you have, or just putting in a new wood burner? You’ll probably need a building consent. If your plans affect neighbours, the wider...
Options for future-focused water services delivery take shape
02 December 2024 | Your Council
Options for future-focused water services delivery take shape
Kāpiti Coast District Council is exploring opportunities to retain three waters services (drinking water, wastewater, and stormwater) in-house or enter joint arrangements with councils to the north of...
Waste reduction projects get funding support
28 November 2024 | Get involved
Waste reduction projects get funding support
Projects funded through the latest round of the Kāpiti Coast Waste Levy Grant highlight the community’s commitment and innovation to waste reduction on the coast.
This year 10 community projects have...
Council reminds of rules for vehicles on Kāpiti beaches
28 November 2024 | Our community
Council reminds of rules for vehicles on Kāpiti beaches
With schools ending and summer on the way, Kāpiti Coast District Council is reminding people that vehicles are not allowed on most beaches in Kāpiti except in defined areas for launching...
Christmas on the Coast brings cheer for our community
25 November 2024 | Our community
Christmas on the Coast brings cheer for our community
Kāpiti Coast District Council invites you to put Sunday 8 December on the calendar when the Christmas Parade and Festival will offer a day of fun and festivities, and of course, a special appearance...
Our Meanwhile Space wins hearts and minds… and an award!
25 November 2024 | Your Council
Our Meanwhile Space wins hearts and minds… and an award!
Kāpiti Coast District Council was recognised at the 2024 Recreation Aotearoa Awards, winning the Outstanding Project (under $500,000) award for the ‘Meanwhile Space’, a vibrant community hub located...
Artists selected to depict local stories on Chorus cabinets
20 November 2024 | Our community
Artists selected to depict local stories on Chorus cabinets
Our stories as interpreted by local artists will soon adorn five more Chorus telecoms boxes around the district, says Kāpiti Coast District Council arts advisor Rosie Salas.
Council grapples with the options for future water services delivery
14 November 2024
Council grapples with the options for future water services delivery
As councils across the Wellington region deliberate how drinking water, wastewater and stormwater (the ‘three waters’) services will be delivered in the future, Kāpiti Coast District Councillors held...
Sensory sessions at the pool – dialling down the noise
04 November 2024 | Events
Sensory sessions at the pool – dialling down the noise
Have you got children in your life who would like to swim at the Coastlands Aquatic Centre but find its noise overwhelming?
Kāpiti Coast District Council is trialling new low sensory sessions to...
Kāpiti Coast representation arrangements for the 2025 local elections decided
31 October 2024 | Your Council
Kāpiti Coast representation arrangements for the 2025 local elections decided
Kāpiti Coast District Council today resolved their final representation proposal which retains the overall structure of ten councillors, one mayor, and five community boards, with the new Kapiti Coast...
Annual report reflects planning for future growth and building resilience
31 October 2024 | Your Council
Annual report reflects planning for future growth and building resilience
Kāpiti Coast District Council adopted their Annual Report 2023/24 today. This is the third and final Annual Report of Council’s Long-term Plan 2021–41.
Mayor Janet Holborow says Council’s financial...
Council funding for four Kāpiti museum and heritage projects
31 October 2024 | Our community
Council funding for four Kāpiti museum and heritage projects
Kāpiti Coast District Council has allocated funding totalling $35,000 for 2024/25 to four museum and heritage projects in the district. Customer and community group manager Brendan Owens said all...
Excavate the past during the Heritage Festival
25 October 2024 | Our community
Excavate the past during the Heritage Festival
Our past is full of great stories and fun facts just waiting to be dug up and shared, says Kāpiti Coast District Mayor Janet Holborow.
“We have incredible heritage right here on our doorstep, and...
Te Newhanga community centre demolition starting
10 October 2024 | Your Council
Te Newhanga community centre demolition starting
Work on demolishing the old Te Newhanga Community Centre in Paraparaumu will start on Monday 21 October and should be completed within two weeks, says Kāpiti Coast District Council infrastructure and...
Council plans for future cemetery space in Kāpiti
10 October 2024 | Your Council
Council plans for future cemetery space in Kāpiti
Kāpiti Coast District Council is starting to plan for future cemetery space as the district grows and more people choose to be buried here.
Council’s parks, open space and environment manager Gareth...
Council wants people and place put at the heart of growth
09 October 2024 | Your Council
Council wants people and place put at the heart of growth
Kāpiti Coast District Mayor Janet Holborow says the Council wants sustainable growth that meets the needs of residents and enables the district to thrive, while retaining the things people value most...
Keeping the local in water service delivery a priority for Council
08 October 2024 | Your Council
Keeping the local in water service delivery a priority for Council
Kāpiti Coast District Council welcomes the public release of the Wellington Region’s Advisory Oversight Group’s report recommending a joint council-owned company as the proposed regional approach to a...
All go in Ōtaki: fire loop project hits final leg, diggers everywhere
07 October 2024 | Work updates
All go in Ōtaki: fire loop project hits final leg, diggers everywhere
Kāpiti Coast District Council’s project to install a new ‘fire loop’ water main in Ōtaki reached an important milestone last week when work moved onto the old SH1 for its final leg.
The fire loop is a...
Heritage fund recipients 2024/25 announced
24 September 2024 | Your Council
Heritage fund recipients 2024/25 announced
Kāpiti Coast District Council is supporting nine projects with grants to help landowners restore or take care of significant ecological sites in the district.
The Council’s Grants Allocation Committee...
Economic development moving forward in Kāpiti
20 September 2024 | Your Council
Economic development moving forward in Kāpiti
Kāpiti Coast District Council has given the green light to progress steps to lift the district’s economic development to the next level.
Council’s Economic Development Kotahitanga Board (EDKB) was...
Council allocates funding for ‘age-friendly’ projects
20 September 2024 | Your Council
Council allocates funding for ‘age-friendly’ projects
Kāpiti Coast District Council has allocated funding to four local organisations as part of its ‘age-friendly approach’.
The funds will support community-based projects, programmes, and events that...
Trustees appointed to Kāpiti Coast Affordable Housing Trust
20 September 2024 | Our community
Trustees appointed to Kāpiti Coast Affordable Housing Trust
Seven appointees have now been confirmed for a new independent trust tasked with providing more affordable housing options in the Kāpiti Coast District.
District Mayor Janet Holborow and interim Trust...
Council urges car parking courtesy ahead of fines rise
19 September 2024 | Your Council
Council urges car parking courtesy ahead of fines rise
Kāpiti Coast District Council is reminding people to be courteous and think of others, rather than risk increased car parking fines due to come into effect on 1 October.
Council Environmental...
Kāpiti Coast to go car-free (for a day)
17 September 2024 | Get involved
Kāpiti Coast to go car-free (for a day)
We're encouraging Coasties to leave the car at home for the inaugural Kāpiti Coast Car-Free Day on Monday 23 September.
It coincides with World Car-Free Day, which is celebrated on or around 22...
Join the fun at the Ōtaki Try
13 September 2024 | Get involved
Join the fun at the Ōtaki Try
Kāpiti Coast District Council invites you to start summer the right way with the Ōtaki Try (ŌT), a fun and family-friendly multi-sport event hosted by the Ōtaki Pool from its base in beautiful...
Join our community beach clean-up Saturday 21 September!
13 September 2024 | Get involved
Join our community beach clean-up Saturday 21 September!
Join our community beach clean-up Saturday 21 September! Kāpiti Coast District Council invites you to join our community beach clean up as part of the annual Keep New Zealand Beautiful Clean Up Week.
Feedback sought on dangerous buildings policy
13 September 2024 | Get involved
Feedback sought on dangerous buildings policy
Kāpiti Coast District Council is seeking community feedback on changes to its existing policy that ensures buildings in the district meet minimum requirements to ensure they are safe.
As part of a...
Climate action: taking positive steps for a better future
11 September 2024
Climate action: taking positive steps for a better future
Want to be help fight climate change, but don’t know where to start?
Kei a koe te kaha Kāpiti: you’ve got what it takes!
We all face challenges to making change, but every small action helps. We've...
Kāpiti Mayor echoes public transport funding concerns
11 September 2024 | Your Council
Kāpiti Mayor echoes public transport funding concerns
Kāpiti Coast District Mayor Janet Holborow says she shares the Greater Wellington Regional Council’s (GW) concerns about the reduction in the Government’s public transport investment.
The Government’s...
Kāpiti know-how: essential tips for new locals
10 September 2024 | Our community
Kāpiti know-how: essential tips for new locals
Welcome to the beautiful Kāpiti Coast! Whether you’ve moved here recently or feel like an old hand, check out our checklist of how we do things a little differently in Kāpiti (and why!).
1. Know your...
Council shares concept plans for Te Ara Whetū
06 September 2024 | Work updates
Council shares concept plans for Te Ara Whetū
Kāpiti Coast District Council is opening the doors of the old Waikanae library to show the community how it’ll be transformed into Te Ara Whetū.
People are invited to drop in during the week of Monday...
Annual ‘Kāpiti Festival of Books’ gets Council backing
05 September 2024 | Our community
Annual ‘Kāpiti Festival of Books’ gets Council backing
Kāpiti Coast readers, writers, and booklovers of all kinds will be delighted with a new annual event due to launch in August 2025 – the Kāpiti Festival of Books.
Kāpiti Coast District Council has...
Why we want to keep our feathered friends safe
02 September 2024 | Our community
Why we want to keep our feathered friends safe
What’s special about the Kāpiti Coast? The clue’s in the name! We love living here because of our beautiful coast and natural environment. It’s one of the big draws for visitors and residents who help...
Good Sorts and Community Awards celebrate Kāpiti Coast champions
29 August 2024 | Our community
Good Sorts and Community Awards celebrate Kāpiti Coast champions
Kāpiti Coast’s humble heroes were recognised at the Kāpiti Good Sorts and Wellington Airport Regional Community Awards at Te Raukura ki Kāpiti last night.
The Kāpiti Good Sorts Awards celebrate people...
Council is helping you get sustainable this September
28 August 2024 | Your Council
Council is helping you get sustainable this September
Kāpiti Coast District Council have a calendar full of free and low-cost events to help people wanting to embrace a more sustainable way of life.
Council climate action and connected communities...
Kāpiti council staff rescue puppy, horses, sheep from floodwaters
28 August 2024 | Your Council
Kāpiti council staff rescue puppy, horses, sheep from floodwaters
Kāpiti Coast District Council staff rescued a caged puppy and moved horses and sheep out of the way of floodwaters this week and say it’s a timely reminder for people to plan ahead for care of their...
Rain easing but forecast remains dicey
26 August 2024 | Your Council
Rain easing but forecast remains dicey
While rain and river levels are easing Kāpiti Coast District Council will continue to monitor the weather overnight.
Kāpiti Coast District Council’s Emergency Operations Controller James Jefferson...
Kāpiti Coast preparing for high tide and another heavy burst of rain
26 August 2024 | Your Council
Kāpiti Coast preparing for high tide and another heavy burst of rain
As rain continues to fall in the Kāpiti Coast, Council’s emergency operations centre is keeping a close eye on the district’s rivers, roads and networks.
MetService has indicated the possibility of...
Kāpiti Coast District Council monitoring heavy rain warning and rising rivers
26 August 2024 | Your Council
Kāpiti Coast District Council monitoring heavy rain warning and rising rivers
A heavy rain warning is in place for the Tararua Range from 6am to 9pm Monday 26 August. 80–120mm is expected to accumulate with peak rates of 10–20mm/h, with possible thunderstorms.
Kāpiti Coast...
When your fees go to the dogs
26 August 2024 | Your Council
When your fees go to the dogs
We often get asked why we charge dog registration fees - what do dog owners get for it?
The law makes owners responsible for controlling their dogs; this means much more than just using a leash in the...
Funding available for heritage projects
16 August 2024 | Your Council
Funding available for heritage projects
Kāpiti Coast District Council has about $22,000 available in 2024/25 to share between projects that will showcase the rich heritage of our district or help our local museum and heritage groups do more...
Roadworks to build Raumati resilience
16 August 2024 | Work updates
Roadworks to build Raumati resilience
This spring Kāpiti Coast District Council will be resurfacing or completely rebuilding sections of Raumati Rd.
Work is scheduled for September and October and will see around 65 percent of the road...
New Council structure proposed for Kāpiti Coast’s 2025 local government elections
08 August 2024 | Your Council
New Council structure proposed for Kāpiti Coast’s 2025 local government elections
Kāpiti Coast District Council is seeking feedback on its proposed representation arrangements for the 2025 local government elections.
The review looks at the number of councillors, community board...
ThinkBIG 2024 recipients announced
06 August 2024 | Our community
ThinkBIG 2024 recipients announced
Kāpiti Youth Council and Kāpiti Coast District Council are pleased to announce the 15 recipients of the 2024 ThinkBIG grants.
These grants provide funding for youth-led community projects or personal...
Council has online info to help with your rates
06 August 2024 | Your Council
Council has online info to help with your rates
Rates invoices for the new rating year will be dropping into letterboxes and inboxes from this week, so Kāpiti Coast District Council is pointing to information that will help people understand and...
New Kāpiti Coast Māori ward re-affirmed
06 August 2024 | Your Council
New Kāpiti Coast Māori ward re-affirmed
At an extraordinary Council meeting today, Kāpiti Coast District Council re-affirmed their decision to establish a Māori ward.
Kāpiti Coast District Mayor Janet Holborow says re-affirming the decision...
Council maintains AA credit rating
02 August 2024 | Your Council
Council maintains AA credit rating
Credit rating agency S&P Global has re-affirmed Kāpiti Coast District Council’s AA credit rating.
The rating again comes with a ‘negative outlook’, driven by rising infrastructure costs and...
Waste Levy Grants now open for projects to reduce waste
26 July 2024 | Your Council
Waste Levy Grants now open for projects to reduce waste
Kāpiti Coast District Council is seeking applications from businesses, schools, iwi, and neighbourhood or community groups with great ideas for reducing waste in the district.
The Waste Levy Grants...
Wastewater upgrade set to begin in Ōtaki
26 July 2024 | Work updates
Wastewater upgrade set to begin in Ōtaki
The next big infrastructure upgrade for Ōtaki will get underway soon, reports Kāpiti Coast District Council.
The $11 million Ōtaki wastewater upgrade will form the backbone of the town’s future...
Under-age alcohol check catches out one retailer
23 July 2024 | Your Council
Under-age alcohol check catches out one retailer
Kāpiti Coast District Council regulatory staff are satisfied with the results of a recent check of off licensed premises selling to under-age youths where just one business allegedly broke the law,...
Keeping Kāpiti pools in tip-top condition
18 July 2024 | Work updates
Keeping Kāpiti pools in tip-top condition
We’re working hard this winter to keep our Kāpiti Coast aquatic centres in top shape.
Kāpiti Coast District Council says important maintenance work is underway or beginning soon at two pools -...
Final climate action grants announced
15 July 2024 | Your Council
Final climate action grants announced
Kāpiti Coast District Council has announced 12 recipients of the 2024 climate action grants.
Climate and environment subcommittee chair Jocelyn Prvanov said Council had again received numerous...
Community say on alcohol licensing getting easier
11 July 2024 | Your Council
Community say on alcohol licensing getting easier
Recent changes to the alcohol laws have made it easier for communities to have a say on alcohol licence applications, and now people can sign up to be notified by email when an application is lodged...
Regional Waste Forum held on Kāpiti Coast brings people together to reduce waste
09 July 2024 | Your Council
Regional Waste Forum held on Kāpiti Coast brings people together to reduce waste
Kāpiti Coast District Council is hosting a regional waste forum to look at ways of reducing the amount of waste to landfill, especially from the construction and demolition sector.
In Kāpiti, as in...
Poplar Ave dual crossing built, time to adapt
08 July 2024 | Work updates
Poplar Ave dual crossing built, time to adapt
Motorists, cyclists and pedestrians are asked to take care while adapting to the new dual raised crossing that has been built on Poplar Ave in Raumati.
The pedestrian and cycling crossing where the Te...
Council settles on building option for Te Ara Whetū
27 June 2024 | Your Council
Council settles on building option for Te Ara Whetū
Development of the new library in Waikanae, Te Ara Whetū, reached an important milestone this week when Kāpiti Coast District Council confirmed which building option will progress to concept...
Kāpiti adopts Long-term Plan to reduce debt
27 June 2024 | Your Council
Kāpiti adopts Long-term Plan to reduce debt
Kāpiti Coast District Council today adopted its Long-term Plan 2024-34, confirming a 17.19 percent average rates rise in 2024/25 and committing to reduce debt.
Mayor Janet Holborow said the Council...
New players join Kāpiti major events
26 June 2024 | Your Council
New players join Kāpiti major events
Three new events have been funded in the latest round of the Kāpiti Coast District Council Major Events Fund, promising more cool things for the coast with the most.
The Major Events Fund supports big...
Maramataka 2024/25 launched
24 June 2024 | Our community
Maramataka 2024/25 launched
Launched today is the Maramataka 2024/25, the third in a highly successful series of calendars featuring local rongoā, traditional Māori healing and wellbeing practices.
It is published by the Rongoā...
Kāpiti Coast Heritage Fund open for applications
21 June 2024 | Your Council
Kāpiti Coast Heritage Fund open for applications
Landowners with heritage features on their properties are invited to apply for funding to help manage or protect these taonga.
Kāpiti Coast District Council’s Heritage Fund, established to support...
Coastal adaptation recommendations report received by Council
20 June 2024 | Your Council
Coastal adaptation recommendations report received by Council
Kāpiti Coast District Council received the independent Takutai Kāpiti Coastal Advisory Panel’s recommendations for coastal adaptation pathways at their Council meeting today.
Mayor Janet Holborow...
Annual dog registration begins
17 June 2024 | Your Council
Annual dog registration begins
Dog registrations for the 2024/25 year are open and the Kāpiti Coast’s canine community are encouraged to get this done early to avoid penalty fees.
Dog owners will receive invoices in the coming days...
Coastal adaptation recommendations report to be tabled at Kāpiti Coast District Council meeting
14 June 2024 | Your Council
Coastal adaptation recommendations report to be tabled at Kāpiti Coast District Council meeting
The independent Takutai Kāpiti Coastal Advisory Panel’s recommendations for coastal adaptation pathways will be tabled at a Kāpiti Coast District Council meeting on Thursday 20 June.
Mayor Janet...
Antisocial car mayhem harmful for people and businesses
13 June 2024 | Your Council
Antisocial car mayhem harmful for people and businesses
Kāpiti Coast District Mayor Janet Holborow says recent boy racer mayhem in Ōtaki is unacceptable and the “car enthusiasts” involved are not welcome in the community.
When a mass gathering of boy...
Major Paraparaumu stormwater upgrade makes Kāpiti more resilient
10 June 2024 | Work updates
Major Paraparaumu stormwater upgrade makes Kāpiti more resilient
Building infrastructure on the Kāpiti Coast means engineering around low-lying swamp and wetland areas, with an ever-present high flooding risk.
We’re proud to have recently completed a major...
Grants allocated to 25 community groups improving social outcomes in Kāpiti
07 June 2024 | Your Council
Grants allocated to 25 community groups improving social outcomes in Kāpiti
The Kāpiti Coast District Council Grants Allocation Committee has awarded community grants to 25 non-profit and community groups to support a diverse range of projects.
The Community Grant Scheme...
Kāpiti Coast District Council focussed on debt reduction in Long-term Plan
31 May 2024 | Your Council
Kāpiti Coast District Council focussed on debt reduction in Long-term Plan
Kāpiti Coast District Mayor Janet Holborow says prioritising the reduction of debt was the strongest message Council received leading into the Long-term Plan 2024–34 considerations.
“A 17 percent rate...
Festivals receive Creative NZ funding
30 May 2024 | Our community
Festivals receive Creative NZ funding
Two Kāpiti festivals have received funding in the one-off Creative Communities Scheme Festival Fund.
The $15,000 fund was established to support festivals that celebrate the life experiences, stories,...
TOI Mahara wins big at awards season
27 May 2024 | Our community
TOI Mahara wins big at awards season
The recently opened TOI Mahara Kāpiti Coast District Gallery won two prestigious awards last week.
Kāpiti Coast District Mayor Janet Holborow described the awards as “the icing on the cake for such an...
Council sets fees and charges for 2024/25
27 May 2024 | Your Council
Council sets fees and charges for 2024/25
Kāpiti Coast District Council has agreed fees and charges for 2024/25 as part of its Long-term Plan (LTP) 2024-34 deliberations.
Kāpiti Coast District Mayor Janet Holborow said most fees and...
Drinking? Don't drive. There’s no excuse
24 May 2024 | Your Council
Drinking? Don't drive. There’s no excuse
Kāpiti Coast District Council has joined forces with NZTA Waka Kotahi, Police and other councils in the Wellington region to drive down the number of people getting behind the wheel under the...
Alcohol bylaw introduced for Kāpiti Coast
24 May 2024 | Your Council
Alcohol bylaw introduced for Kāpiti Coast
Kāpiti Coast District Council has introduced a bylaw allowing it to set its own alcohol licensing fees so it can pass more of the costs to those selling alcohol, rather than ratepayers. This will mean...
Ōtaki e-waste closed until further notice
21 May 2024 | Your Council
Ōtaki e-waste closed until further notice
Kāpiti Coast District Council is reluctantly suspending its Ōtaki e-waste recycling service until further notice due to repeated and escalating vandalism and theft from the e-waste disposal...
Te Ara Whetū – Te Ātiawa ki Whakarongotai gifts a name for the new Waikanae Library
15 May 2024 | Your Council
Te Ara Whetū – Te Ātiawa ki Whakarongotai gifts a name for the new Waikanae Library
Kāpiti Coast District Council today formally accepted from Te Ātiawa ki Whakarongotai their gift of the name ‘Te Ara Whetū’ for the new Waikanae Library.
Kāpiti Coast District Mayor Janet Holborow...
Te Ara Whetū – the name of the new Waikanae Library
14 May 2024 | Your Council
Te Ara Whetū – the name of the new Waikanae Library
This week Council accepted from Te Ātiawa ki Whakarongotai their gift of the name ‘Te Ara Whetū’ for the new Waikanae Library.
Results are in for City Nature Challenge 2024
13 May 2024 | Get involved
Results are in for City Nature Challenge 2024
The results of the Hoake ki te Taiao City Nature Challenge 2024 have been finalised and it has been a fantastic result.
The City Nature Challenge is an annual international event that encourages...
Council opts to re-open Ōtaki Gorge Rd at Blue Bluff
10 May 2024 | Work updates
Council opts to re-open Ōtaki Gorge Rd at Blue Bluff
Work to reinstate road access to the Ōtaki Forks and Tararua Forest Park will begin in the new financial year following a decision by Kāpiti Coast District Council yesterday (Thursday 9 May).
Kāpiti welcomes artist for stunning new mural
06 May 2024 | Our community
Kāpiti welcomes artist for stunning new mural
Work on a new mural that celebrates the Kāpiti Coast’s ecology and the waka that travelled on its waters has started in Raumati Beach.
Renowned artist Taupuruariki (Ariki) Brightwell (of...
Kāpiti Good Sorts and Community Awards are open for nominations
01 May 2024 | Get involved
Kāpiti Good Sorts and Community Awards are open for nominations
Kāpiti Coast District Council invites nominations for two awards that recognise the local residents and community groups who make outstanding contributions to our community.
The Kāpiti Good Sorts...
Road safety infrastructure being installed across Kāpiti
30 April 2024
Road safety infrastructure being installed across Kāpiti
Work to install raised crossings and pedestrian refuges at key areas on the Kāpiti Coast has started and will continue over the coming weeks.
Three of the five projects being constructed are raised...
Encouraging chatter that matters
29 April 2024 | Our community
Encouraging chatter that matters
In partnership with Coastlands Shopping Town, Kāpiti Coast District Council has installed our district’s first Chatterbox seat in the western plaza of the new Paraparaumu Transport Hub.
Kāpiti youth are encouraged to ThinkBIG
26 April 2024 | Your Council
Kāpiti youth are encouraged to ThinkBIG
Kāpiti Youth Council has funding available through its ThinkBIG grants and is partnering with the Kāpiti Coast District Council to administer the funding.
The ThinkBIG grants were established to help...
Council to support new Kāpiti training pathway
26 April 2024 | Our community
Council to support new Kāpiti training pathway
Kāpiti Coast District Council has welcomed the announcement of a new training hub in Kāpiti that will build skills for life and careers in the civil construction sector, and committed to support its...
Council calls for climate action grant applications
24 April 2024 | Your Council
Council calls for climate action grant applications
Anyone with a project or idea that promotes climate action that will benefit the Kāpiti Coast District is invited to apply for a grant to help bring their idea to fruition.
Kāpiti Coast District...
Responsibility for old SH1 transferred to Kāpiti Coast District Council
22 April 2024 | Work updates
Responsibility for old SH1 transferred to Kāpiti Coast District Council
NZ Transport Agency (NZTA) Waka Kotahi has today handed over responsibility for the old State Highway 1 (SH1) between Poplar Avenue (Raumati) and Peka Peka to the Kāpiti Coast District...
Council creating temporary pop-up space in Waikanae
22 April 2024 | Your Council
Council creating temporary pop-up space in Waikanae
A temporary pop-up space for businesses and community activities is being created on a Waikanae Main Road property owned by Kāpiti Coast District Council.
Councillor Liz Koh said Council wanted the...
City Nature Challenge back for 2024
19 April 2024 | Get involved
City Nature Challenge back for 2024
The City Nature Challenge is an annual international event that encourages people around the world to find and record wildlife in their cities, districts or regions.
Areas compete to see which one can...
Where oh where do my Council rates go?
17 April 2024 | Your Council
Where oh where do my Council rates go?
If someone asked you what your rates pay for, you’d probably be able to name a few things, like maintaining roads and footpaths, fixing leaky pipes, mowing reserves, and looking after pools,...
Rainbows now a sign of pride in Paekākāriki
12 April 2024 | Our community
Rainbows now a sign of pride in Paekākāriki
Kāpiti Coast District Council and Paekākāriki Community Board are proud to showcase the new rainbow signs that were installed at Campbell Park earlier this month.
Kāpiti Coast District Mayor Janet...
New speed limits coming to Kāpiti school zones
12 April 2024 | Your Council
New speed limits coming to Kāpiti school zones
Kāpiti Coast District Council says new variable 30km/h speed limits around 13 Kāpiti schools will be up and running by June.
Installation of new 30km/h variable speed limit signs will begin in April...
Join us in building a stronger and more resilient Kāpiti
09 April 2024 | Get involved
Join us in building a stronger and more resilient Kāpiti
Have you had your say on our proposed Long-term Plan 2024–34?
Every three years, we review our Long-term Plan (LTP), which lays out the mahi (work) we plan to do over the next 10 years and how we’ll...
Kāpiti Coast District Council responds to Māori wards announcement
05 April 2024 | Your Council
Kāpiti Coast District Council responds to Māori wards announcement
Council is considering the implications of local government minister Simeon Brown’s announcement around a proposed Bill to restore binding polls on Māori ward decisions for Kāpiti Coast District...
Community Grants open for applications
05 April 2024 | Your Council
Community Grants open for applications
Kāpiti Coast District Council’s community grants fund is open for applications. The grants support community-based projects, programmes, and events that provide positive social outcomes for people...
Historic Paraparaumu North Beach tree reaches the end of its life
05 April 2024 | Work updates
Historic Paraparaumu North Beach tree reaches the end of its life
Kāpiti Coast District Council has made the sad decision to fell a notable macrocarpa tree that has been a feature of the Paraparaumu North Beach skyline for generations.
The century-old macrocarpa in...
Kāpiti Coast District Anzac Day Services 2024
05 April 2024 | Our community
Kāpiti Coast District Anzac Day Services 2024
Lest we forget. Please join us on Thursday 25 April and support our RSAs in remembering those New Zealand and Australian soldiers who bravely served together to defend Aotearoa New...
Paraparaumu Transport Hub now part open
04 April 2024 | Work updates
Paraparaumu Transport Hub now part open
Access between the Paraparaumu train station and retail areas got better today with the opening of a new pedestrian crossing and part of the new transport hub plaza, reports the Kāpiti Coast District...
Council consults on bold proposals to reduce debt
28 March 2024 | Your Council
Council consults on bold proposals to reduce debt
Kāpiti Coast District Council released its Long-term Plan consultation document today and is seeking community feedback on bold proposals to actively reduce debt and build resilience without...
Council commits to join Local Water Done Well regional kōrero
28 March 2024 | Your Council
Council commits to join Local Water Done Well regional kōrero
Kāpiti Coast District Council has agreed to collaborate with other councils in the Wellington region to explore options for a joint water services delivery plan.
Mayor Janet Holborow says working...
Toxic algae warning for Waikanae River at old State Highway 1
28 March 2024 | Your Council
Toxic algae warning for Waikanae River at old State Highway 1
A red alert level warning for toxic algae is in place for the Waikanae River at the old State Highway 1, Kāpiti. Toxic algae, or cyanobacteria, is harmful to humans and lethal for dogs if...
Mayors Taskforce for Jobs comes to Kāpiti
26 March 2024 | Your Council
Mayors Taskforce for Jobs comes to Kāpiti
A first cohort of Kāpiti youth have taken steps towards employment through the Mayors Taskforce for Jobs programme.
Kāpiti Coast District Council has received funding from the Mayors Taskforce for...
Council to consider consultation document for Long-term Plan
22 March 2024 | Your Council
Council to consider consultation document for Long-term Plan
Kāpiti Coast District Council is to consider a draft consultation document for its Long-term Plan 2024-34 on Thursday (28 March). If adopted, formal consultation on the Long-term Plan (LTP) will start...
Tuatara a loss but business potential remains
22 March 2024 | Your Council
Tuatara a loss but business potential remains
In the wake of news that one of Wellington’s oldest craft breweries will leave Kāpiti later this year to join the Brewtown hub, Kāpiti Coast Mayor Janet Holborow says she is optimistic about the...
Council calls for feedback on new health strategy
18 March 2024 | Get involved
Council calls for feedback on new health strategy
The Kāpiti Coast District Council is seeking feedback on its new health strategy, with consultation open until 20 April.
The proposed health strategy will strengthen Council’s existing public health...
Haere mai - new community space open!
18 March 2024 | Your Council
Haere mai - new community space open!
Everyone’s welcome to visit the vibrant and interactive hub developed by the community for the community which opened this week, reports the Kāpiti Coast District Council.
The ‘Meanwhile Space’ is...
No fishy business in our parks and reserves
15 March 2024 | Your Council
No fishy business in our parks and reserves
Kāpiti Coast District Council have recently detected invasive fish species in our lakes.
Council Environment and Ecological Services team lead Andy McKay says the discovery of dead tench in Kotuku...
Kāpiti Coast District Council first district council to be an accredited Living Wage Employer
15 March 2024 | Your Council
Kāpiti Coast District Council first district council to be an accredited Living Wage Employer
Kāpiti Coast District Council is now an accredited Living Wage employer, the first district council in New Zealand to achieve the milestone.
After a long process Council received accreditation from...
Walking the talk – are you prepared for a long walk home in an emergency?
12 March 2024 | Our community
Walking the talk – are you prepared for a long walk home in an emergency?
One of our staff, Sarah, took part in the Long Walk Home - a long-distance challenge walk from Wellington City to Mana, Porirua (30 kilometres), organised by Wellington Region Emergency Management...
Kia hiwa rā! Māori Economic Development Fund open for applications
07 March 2024 | Our community
Kia hiwa rā! Māori Economic Development Fund open for applications
Kāpiti Coast District Council invites Kāpiti whānau, hapū, iwi, ngā mātāwaka and Māori businesses to apply to the Māori Economic Development Fund which is now open.
The contestable fund has $65,000...
Council battery recycling trial extended to Ōtaki Library
06 March 2024 | Your Council
Council battery recycling trial extended to Ōtaki Library
The success of a recycling trial for household batteries at Paraparaumu Library has prompted Kāpiti Coast District Council to extend the trial to Ōtaki.
Waste projects manager Robbie Stillwell said...
Do the right thing with rubbish
05 March 2024 | Hot tip
Do the right thing with rubbish
Fly-tipping. Littering. Illegal rubbish dumping.
Whatever you call it, it’s not great for a bunch of reasons – it pollutes the environment, spoils our shared spaces, can be dangerous for people and...
How would you like to be represented, Kāpiti?
04 March 2024 | Get involved
How would you like to be represented, Kāpiti?
Following the decision to establish a Māori ward in November last year, Kāpiti Coast District Council is seeking feedback to help inform future representation arrangements.
Kāpiti Coast District Mayor...
Local artists sought for Kāpiti Coast Art Trail 2024
29 February 2024 | Get involved
Local artists sought for Kāpiti Coast Art Trail 2024
It’s that time again! We’re looking for local artists who would like to be part of our iconic Kāpiti Coast Art Trail in 2024, held over the first two weekends in November.
Kāpiti Coast District...
Council to set up Affordable Housing Trust
29 February 2024 | Your Council
Council to set up Affordable Housing Trust
Kāpiti Coast District Council is to set up an independent charitable trust to develop and run additional affordable housing options in the district.
Mayor Janet Holborow said councillors today...
Growing community togetherness through Over the Fence Cuppas
29 February 2024 | Get involved
Growing community togetherness through Over the Fence Cuppas
If you’ve met Monique Engelen, Principal Policy Advisor with the Sustainability & Resilience team, it will come as no surprise that she has been co-hosting Over the Fence Cuppas with her neighbour...
New book blossoms from community writing workshops
27 February 2024 | Our community
New book blossoms from community writing workshops
A book of memories and reflections written during community writing workshops has been published.
Kāpiti resident Angela Robertson has run Write Your Story workshops over the last four years,...
Parks Week
23 February 2024 | Your council
Parks Week
Parks Week focuses on the how spending time in our parks and open spaces positively influences our wellbeing. Here on the Kāpiti Coast we're renowned for our stunning parks, from tranquil river tracks...
Popular Movies in the Park kicks off Parks Week in Kāpiti
23 February 2024 | Our community
Popular Movies in the Park kicks off Parks Week in Kāpiti
Kāpiti Coast District Council is kicking off Parks Week with their popular Movies in the Park on Saturday 2 March** at Waikanae Park from 4pm. **Due to rain, this event has been postponed to 16...
Affordable housing matters to Kapiti
16 February 2024 | Your Council
Affordable housing matters to Kapiti
Access to suitable and affordable housing is pivotal to one of Kāpiti Coast District Council’s core long-term goals – a resilient community that feels safe and connected and has support for basic...
Suspected avian botulism cases in birds in Waimanu Lagoons
15 February 2024 | Our community
Suspected avian botulism cases in birds in Waimanu Lagoons
A number of dead waterfowl have been removed from Waimanu Lagoons, Waikanae. It’s suspected that avian botulism, a disease that causes paralysis and death in birds and fish, is the cause of the...
Maclean Park upgrade – the end of an era signals the beginning of a better park for all
14 February 2024 | Work updates
Maclean Park upgrade – the end of an era signals the beginning of a better park for all
Following 18 months of engagement, design and planning, construction of the refreshed skatepark and installation of the new amenity block at Maclean Park, Paraparaumu will begin in March reports...
Designer appointed for new Waikanae Community Hub
14 February 2024 | Work updates
Designer appointed for new Waikanae Community Hub
Following a competitive tender process, Kāpiti Coast District Council has appointed Studio Pacific as architect for the new Waikanae Community Hub. “Studio Pacific’s commitment and track record of...
Accessible car parking and cycle parks assured
09 February 2024 | Work updates
Accessible car parking and cycle parks assured
We are making changes to the district plan to ensure accessible car parking for people with mobility permits and cycle parking will continue to be provided in new developments.
Creative Communities Scheme funding round opening
02 February 2024 | Get involved
Creative Communities Scheme funding round opening
Kāpiti creatives and festival organisers are invited to apply for funds to support their projects.
Kāpiti Coast District Council has grant funding available through the Creative Communities Scheme to...
Growing Together with Over the Fence Cuppas
02 February 2024 | Get involved
Growing Together with Over the Fence Cuppas
Kāpiti Coast District Council are encouraging community-minded people to host Over the Fence Cuppa events with their neighbours this March.
Kāpiti Coast District Mayor Janet Holborow says that...
Waitangi Commemoration event for our Kapiti Coast community
30 January 2024 | Events
Waitangi Commemoration event for our Kapiti Coast community
Waitangi commemorations, hosted by the Whakarongotai Marae Trustees under the rangatiratanga of their local iwi Te Āti Awa in partnership with Kāpiti Coast District Council, will be held on Saturday 3...
Stormwater outfall being replaced on Paekākāriki beach
24 January 2024 | Work updates
Stormwater outfall being replaced on Paekākāriki beach
A stormwater outfall on the beach near Beach Road, Paekākāriki will be replaced in mid-February, reports Kāpiti Coast District Council.
Sean Mallon, Council’s Group Manager – Infrastructure, says the...
Kāpiti residents enjoy a summer free of water restrictions
18 January 2024 | Your Council
Kāpiti residents enjoy a summer free of water restrictions
While parts of the Wellington Region are facing water woes, Kāpiti Coast residents are enjoying a water-restriction-free summer thanks to sound investment in the district’s water infrastructure and...
Drainage work to complete Mazengarb Reserve field upgrade
15 January 2024 | Work updates
Drainage work to complete Mazengarb Reserve field upgrade
Work to complete an upgrade to the drainage system at the Mazengarb Reserve playing fields is kicking off this week to future proof the surface for many years of sporting endeavour.
Half of the field...
No changes to household kerbside recycling in Kāpiti
11 January 2024 | Your Council
No changes to household kerbside recycling in Kāpiti
The Ministry for the Environment is standardising the items that can be collected for kerbside recycling across Aotearoa New Zealand – for Kāpiti this means no changes.
Kāpiti Coast District Council...
Call for concept designs for Maclean Park public art installation
09 January 2024 | Get involved
Call for concept designs for Maclean Park public art installation
The Kāpiti Coast District Council invites local artists to submit their ideas for a temporary public artwork commission as part of the Maclean Park upgrades. The artwork will be installed on the new...
Explore hidden Waikanae Beach these summer holidays
06 January 2024 | Hot tip
Explore hidden Waikanae Beach these summer holidays
We all know and love summer in Waikanae Beach! From lazy days on the sand to summer ice creams (or fish and chips) under the macrocarpas looking at Kāpiti Island, and the awesome cafe culture, retro...