From Services Club to Community Trust
Read Jane Cherry’s engaging story about the old Paekākāriki Services Club, including her own childhood memories. Also, applications are now open for funding from the Paekākāriki Services Club Trust. Closes 30 September. There’s $14,000 available this year and there is only one round each year, so don’t miss out. If you have any questions about making an application, please text Tina Pope on 027 232 9998.
September 11, 2001: The Day the World Changed
September 11 2001. The day the Twin Towers came down as viewed by a Paekākāriki family living in Ithaca, upstate New York.
Review of The Zimmermans’ Concert Sunday 23 August 2026
The Zimmermans do it again in Paekākāriki! Read Ian Clark’s review.
Algernon: A Dog’s Life
A look into the world of Algernon, the canine chum of illustrious poet Denis Glover. Algy lived in Paekākāriki for the duration of his short life.
Tea, Biscuits and Poetry by the Sea
An enchanted afternoon spent in the company of four fabulous poets.
Village Health Hub – Blessing and Viewing
On Sunday morning, 26 July, the newly restored Village Health Hub on Beach Road received a blessing and was open to view. Read here about how to enrol.
The Great Wattle Battle on the Station Escarpment
Weeds are threatening to take over the former Perkins farm. But Ngā Uruora is fighting back.
The Tool Library: A Resounding Success!
Here is an update on the progress of Paekākāriki ‘s Tool Library launched in January and already a huge success.
Having fun in Queen Elizabeth Park shouldn’t be this destructive!
Dirt bikes are damaging important ecological and cultural sites in Queen Elizabeth Park.
Two Great Dames Come to Town
Read about a wonderful Paekākāriki event involving two great Dames!