Doris Zuur fills us in on Paekākāriki's latest community food-sharing initiative - which has been a runaway success! Nā tō rourou, nā taku rourou ka ora ai te iwiWith your basket and my basket we will sustain the people What do you do in … [Read more...] about Pātaka Kai: give what you can – take what you need
Paekākāriki: the implications of population growth
If Paekākāriki’s population continues to grow, Dennis Rose argues that the village will have to convert to reticulated sewage rather than septic tanks. How Paekākāriki can accommodate more people and dwellings will also need to be considered. The Labour government mandated height and density … [Read more...] about Paekākāriki: the implications of population growth
Circle of Fifths presents Summer Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet!
As part of the 2024 New Zealand Fringe Festival, local producers Circle of Fifths is presenting an outdoor production of the classic Romeo and Juliet - but with a Paekākāriki twist. Staged from the 1st - 3rd March at Campbell Park, there may even be a skateboard or two. There will … [Read more...] about Circle of Fifths presents Summer Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet!
‘Record’ number of sellers at a Village Vinyl Fair with vibe
“For the record, here’s a fun fact – a person born in ‘45 was ‘33 in ’78.” The village of Paekākāriki on the Kāpiti Coast is preparing to break a few records at its annual Village Vinyl Fair and Dance on Saturday 10 February at St Peter’s Hall. An increasingly popular event in the Wellington … [Read more...] about ‘Record’ number of sellers at a Village Vinyl Fair with vibe
Paekākāriki, how should we adapt to coastal hazards?
The Takutai Kāpiti Coastal Adaptation Panel would like to hear what you value most about our coastline and how you think it should be protected at their community workshop on 7 November (or online). Takutai Kāpiti is a district-wide coastal adaptation project that will help guide community … [Read more...] about Paekākāriki, how should we adapt to coastal hazards?
Pae Cycle welcomes you!
Pae Cycle is going from strength to strength and is looking for new subscribers. Could this be you? We are very pleased to report that, thanks to some generous funding from the KCDC waste minimisation fund, we have completed the expansion of our composting system and now have two 3 bin systems … [Read more...] about Pae Cycle welcomes you!
A fascinating talk with Julia Bevin, Principal of Paekākāriki School
Dayll McCahon talks to the Principal of Paekākāriki School, Julia Bevin, about the importance of play-based learning and how that relates to children's mental health and her PhD. You can also listen to an interview between Megan Salole and Julia about just this! Did you know the principal of … [Read more...] about A fascinating talk with Julia Bevin, Principal of Paekākāriki School
Matariki tree planting and plaque honours Paekākāriki kuia
Paekākariki School’s celebration for Matariki, the Māori new year, was extra special this year as it unveiled a memorial plaque and tree to remember a significant local kuia. The plaque recognised Jean Matekitewhawhai Andrews, QSM, a kuia of Ngāti Haumia ki Paekākāriki, Ngāti Toa and Te Āti … [Read more...] about Matariki tree planting and plaque honours Paekākāriki kuia
Paekākāriki Housing Trust: it takes a community to house us all
Seven years ago, The Paekākāriki Housing Trust was created in response to a local family being unable to find a house for rent in the village. As that project nears completion, with a sale of the house to the whanaū expected shortly, two of the former trustees, Tina Pope and Holly Jane Ewens, talk … [Read more...] about Paekākāriki Housing Trust: it takes a community to house us all
Paekākāriki Lets Get Prepared!
At the recent Paekākāriki Resilient hui, a series of speakers spoke of their experience in a natural disaster, or how to plan for one, and others brainstormed ideas on how to survive one. Kerren Hedlund shares the details. On Sunday 7 May, we experienced a very enjoyable evening at St Peter's … [Read more...] about Paekākāriki Lets Get Prepared!