Paekākāriki resident Birnie Duthie enjoys checking and clearing the predator traps that help protect our kororā (little blue penguins). Birnie Duthie, a Paekākāriki resident, has been checking a trap line along the south beach of Paekākāriki since early 2020. During that time Birnie has cleared … [Read more...] about Paekākāriki Beach Rat Patrol
Running for a cause
Help former Paekākāriki resident Noa Woolloff with his ambitious, generous gesture to raise much-needed funds to get his friend the life-saving cancer treatment he needs. Between Friday 11 and Sunday 13 November, Noa Woolloff will undertake an ambitious endurance challenge - to run 6.4 … [Read more...] about Running for a cause
Say a Paekākāriki Ave Maria!
Introducing local filmmaker Celestina Sumby's 1980s Paekākāriki party people production! Paekākāriki resident Celestina Sumby's first short film, Ave Marie, is a story and a dream that’s been a lifetime in the making. And there’s a place in that dream for the home she's made with partner John … [Read more...] about Say a Paekākāriki Ave Maria!
Beyond Transmission Gully: the future of Beach Rd
The Paekākāriki Station Museum received a grant from KCDC to ask the community how Transmission Gully will affect the village. You are invited to participate in a facilitated discussion to help shape the future of Beach Road. Help shape Paekākāriki for the future. Bring your insights and … [Read more...] about Beyond Transmission Gully: the future of Beach Rd
Paekākāriki Pride turns five with an intergenerational programme
Paekākāriki bursts with Pride this coming Labour weekend with a diverse programme of events. There is something for everyone so don't miss out on this fun-filled celebrated annual festival! The Paekākāriki Pride Festival is Kāpiti’s leading LGBTTQIA+ celebration and is back this year bigger, … [Read more...] about Paekākāriki Pride turns five with an intergenerational programme
The Paekākāriki Wind Generation Project
Wind electricity power generation in this region is a viable sustainable option. Graeme Mills updates us on a proposed Paekākāriki wind generation project that has been in development for the last eight years. A potential wind electricity-generating project exists on the hills above … [Read more...] about The Paekākāriki Wind Generation Project
In pictures: Paekākāriki winners at Wellington Airport Regional Community Awards 2022
Paekākāriki groups and individuals were well represented at the Wellington Airport Regional Community Awards 2022. Paekākāriki community legend Graham Coe was also recognised with a nomination for a Civic Award, recognising his immense contribution. KĀPITI FINALISTS Energise … [Read more...] about In pictures: Paekākāriki winners at Wellington Airport Regional Community Awards 2022
Behold The Live New Things
After an explosive beginning, Paekākāriki band The New Things go live in their founding village September 24 and Wellington October 7. Here's Mark Amery with the words and radio interview, Kirsten Drysdale with the camera. Band The New Things are, as their label tells you, a new thing on the … [Read more...] about Behold The Live New Things
The Paekākāriki seawall renewal: phase one
Tim Barlow is lead concept developer for the artwork that will accompany the first stage of the renewed seawall. He updates us on where the project is at, how mana whenua and others are involved and the kaupapa behind the mahi. In late 2021 the Kāpiti Coast District Council announced plans to … [Read more...] about The Paekākāriki seawall renewal: phase one
SH59 to re-open on 15 September
Waka Kotahi updates us on the state of SH59 and its imminent opening. Contractors are now clearing the major roadworks site on State Highway 59 north of Pukerua Bay ahead of its reopening on Thursday 15 September 2022 at 5.30 am. The section of the state highway between Paekākāriki and … [Read more...] about SH59 to re-open on 15 September