A tribute to a beloved village member, Trish Delaney. It was fitting that our beloved Trish Delaney had the last laugh when we farewelled her in true Paekākāriki fashion under a full sun and a super blood moon. We heard her laugh and her cheery voice boom out through St Peter’s Hall after the … [Read more...] about Haere rā Trish
Poipoia te kakano kia puawai
As we welcome new coordinating editor Nik Bullard, the outgoing editor looks back to look ahead at paekākāriki.nz Nurture the seed and it will blossom. Having been involved in Paekākāriki.nz since germination, it’s been a wonder to watch it grow. Now, as I hand over my tools to our new … [Read more...] about Poipoia te kakano kia puawai
A small village makes a big impact in Nepal
When a quake devastated communities in Nepal in 2015, a small Kāpiti Coast community on the other side of the world responded. Years later, support from this community continues to flow. Just ten days after the quake struck, Paekākāriki, held the first of several fundraisers. Collectively, … [Read more...] about A small village makes a big impact in Nepal
Hanging up her hat
Holly Jane Ewens is to step down from her role as Paekākāriki.nz coordinating editor. A heartfilled thank you from many of us. There’s something missing in my life that I would hazard may be missing from yours, too. I want to be shown the wonders of Holly Jane Ewens’ hat room. She has to … [Read more...] about Hanging up her hat