2026

Kāpiti Coast District Council’s Annual Plan 2026/27 will progress activities for 1 July 2026 to 30 June 2027 as outlined in Year 3 of the Long-term Plan 2024-34.  Kāpiti Coast District Mayor Janet...

Kāpiti Coast District Council is considering its options following the Government’s decision to fast-track plans to simplify local government. Mayor Janet Holborow says the Council’s focus is on...

This year marks a very special milestone: 20 years since New Zealand Sign Language became an official language of Aotearoa New Zealand. New Zealand Sign Language Week is a time to celebrate NZSL,...

Kāpiti Coast District Council is seeking feedback on its draft Emissions Reduction Plan that aims to cut the district's greenhouse gas emissions as part of Council's goal of a ‘net zero’ emissions by...

Applications open today for a new round of contestable seed funding. $85,000 is available through the Community and Affordable Housing Seed Fund which is funded from the previous government’s Better...

Kāpiti Coast District Council is starting a district-wide land assessment to identify a suitable future cemetery site to ensure there is enough capacity to meet the district’s burial needs over coming...

How nice was it to have another long weekend? Thank you to everyone who joined us for Anzac commemorations across the district, remembering those who served, those who sacrificed, and those who did...

If someone asked you what your rates pay for, you’d probably be able to name a few things like maintaining roads and footpaths, mowing reserves, and looking after pools, sportsgrounds, parks, and...

On Wednesday, 22 April, we proudly marked a significant milestone – 90 years of Ōtaki Library serving our community from its current location. This anniversary is not only a celebration of the...

We’re planning ahead to make sure there is enough cemetery space for future generations on the Kāpiti Coast. Current cemeteries are expected to reach capacity over the coming decades, with Waikanae...

Kāpiti Coast District Council is strengthening community resilience by installing solar panel and battery systems across eight community buildings, in partnership with the Energy Efficiency and...

Every year, New Zealanders gather on 25 April across the nation to remember and honour those who served and those who never returned home. 111 years have passed, and Anzac Day remains a National Day...

Kāpiti Coast District Council is continuing to keep a close eye on the complex weather system passing through the Wellington region. Duty Controller Richard Hopkins says Council officers have been...

It's been a soggy few days and while our district has been spared the worst of the complex weather system moving through the region, not all of our neighbours have been as fortunate. Our thoughts are...

Ōtaki is growing, and we need to make sure the infrastructure that supports daily life grows too. That means investing in the services people rely on every day – drinking water, wastewater,...

Last night’s signing of the Kāpiti NZ Trust deed was a significant milestone for Kāpiti Coast’s new operating model for economic development which focuses on delivering better returns for the...

A new, year-round grant supporting less waste community projects in Kāpiti Coast is now open for applications. The $20,000 fund supports practical initiatives that encourage participation and...

It's week two of the school holidays and we have plenty for tamariki (children) to do in our pools and libraries – or head along to Ōtaki for a day of fun seeing all it has to offer! In this week's...

Kāpiti Coast District Council is calling for nominations for two annual awards that celebrate people and groups who make a real difference in our community. The Kāpiti Good Sorts Awards recognise...

Kāpiti put on the weather for us over the long weekend. Did you get out and see something new? There's plenty to keep tamariki and the young at heart entertained these school holidays at our libraries...

We’re monitoring the fuel situation closely. Our team is following Government direction and national guidance and is putting plans in place should conditions change.

It's almost Easter which marks the end of daylight saving and of our summer dog zones – make sure to check out how the zones change.  If you're staying close to home, check out our local tracks and...

Kāpiti Coast District Council is seeking insurance for its below ground three waters assets as part of its work to establish an in-house business unit under the Government’s Local Water Done Well...

Last week we celebrated the last of summer at Waikanae Pool, thanks to everyone who joined us for a swim this season. This week we’ve got plenty to share with you. Local restoration group, Friends of...

What a lovely weekend in Kāpiti. It was so great to see our sky covered in colour with the Ōtaki Kite Festival. The action in Ōtaki isn't stopping either, with Māoriland Film Festival coming 24–28...

Kāpiti Coast District Council will progress work to implement a new operating model for economic development following a commitment to move forward from Councillors.   The new operating model for...

We’re making the most of the daylight hours and pushing ahead with projects across the district. This includes relocating some local lizards from the Paekākāriki seawall in preparation for replacing...

Lest we forget. Please join us on Saturday 25 April and support our RSAs in remembering those New Zealand and Australian soldiers who bravely served together to defend Aotearoa New Zealand.

As the Kāpiti grows, more people are visiting our busy areas, and time‑limited parking helps keep these spaces turning over so everyone has a fair chance to find a park. Under the Transport Bylaw,...

Thanks to everyone who has completed our Everything Kāpiti survey so far, we have loved hearing your thoughts and suggestions. Make sure to fill out the survey to tell us what you think, plus go in...

Kāpiti Coast District Council’s new Supplier Hub has increased the transparency of their tender opportunities and encourages more local suppliers to get involved. Group Manager Corporate Services Mark...

Kāpiti Coast District Council has opened a new funding round for their Major Events Fund, designed to attract high-impact events that bring visitors into the district and showcase the very best of the...

What a busy weekend we had here on the Coast. The Quinovic NZ PGA Championship was a great success, Movies in the Park did not disappoint, and the Kāpiti Women's Triathlon team delivered another epic...

Work to establish a new skatepark, toilet block, and replace ageing playground equipment at Waikanae Park will get underway next month following consultation with skatepark users and playground...

Sending a wild weather shout-out to teams across the district in clean-up mode – we see you and appreciate your mahi. Remember if you spot something that needs our urgent attention call 0800 486 486,...

Mayor Janet Holborow says the Annual Plan 2026/27, or Year 3 of the Long-term Plan, set a 7 percent average rates revenue increase. “Where we’ve got to so far is a 6.4 percent rates revenue increase,...

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Council and the Economic Development Kotahitanga Board are excited to support Paraparaumu Beach Golf Club hosting the championship. This major event is a great opportunity to showcase the Kāpiti Coast...

Kāpiti whānau, hapū, iwi, ngā mātāwaka and Māori businesses are invited to apply to the Māori Economic Development Fund, with $80,000 available in the 2026 contestable fund. To be considered, projects...

It's another short week for many of us with Waitangi Day on Friday. Join us in commemorating Te Tiriti o Waitangi from past to present with Waitangi ki Taumanuka, hosted by Ngā Hapū o Ōtaki. There's...

Our annual initiative is back!  Supported by Kāpiti Coast District Council and Neighbours Aotearoa, Over the Fence Cuppa encourages people to organise an event in their street or surrounds and creates...

It's all go here in Kāpiti this week. Our summer reading challenge runs until 6 February, so get involved in some summer reading activities and log your reading minutes. Have you been meaning to...

The long-awaited upgrade of the children’s area at Paraparaumu Library is finally complete –and it was well worth the wait. This project has been in development since last year and...

In the heart of the Kāpiti Coast, Bike Yard Kāpiti (BYK) is helping build a more sustainable community by rescuing bikes from landfill and giving them a second life. Supported by a Council Waste Levy...

How good are long weekends in Kāpiti? And we still have another before the summer is done! Have your kids been completing our summer activity sheet? Don't forget to enter our giveaway to be in to win...

Ngā Hapū o Ōtaki, in partnership with Kāpiti Coast District Council, warmly invite the community to commemorate Te Tiriti o Waitangi at Taumanuka on Friday 6 February 2026. The free whānau-friendly...

Happy New Year Kāpiti! Stay in the know with the latest of what's happening in the district. The sun is shining so get out and enjoy summer, but make sure to keep yourself safe when exploring.

The sand dunes across Kāpiti are vital ecosystems, they protect our coastline from erosion and rising sea levels caused by climate change, especially during king tides and storms. Sand dunes are an...

Solo or with your mates? Join us and get ready to ride and win.  The Aotearoa Bike Challenge is a free, inclusive challenge designed to get more people riding – for fun, fitness, transport, community...