The Paekākāriki Station Museum updates its website
Take five to have a look at Paekākāriki Station Museum’s stunning new website.
Dennis Rose: An Obituary
Long-time Paekākāriki resident Dennis Rose passed away on February 6, 2026, aged 92. While Paekākāriki locals might best remember Dennis for his ever-decreasing walking circuits of the village, Dennis leaves behind a legacy of research. This includes his efforts to find Pouawha.
A Dog and Dave story
Murray Williams, Paekākāriki resident and a wildlife biologist in his working years, reflects upon a couple of his valued fieldmates, a gifted conservation dog and its dying owner.
Paekākāriki Tool Library Opening with a Tool Drive
The Paekākāriki Tool Library (Scout Hall in Campbell Park) is about to open thanks to a group of resourceful village residents. Everyone is invited to the open day on Saturday 31 January from 9am to midday.
Steaming through the Manawatū Gorge
Steam Incorporated is a key part of Paekākāriki community and railway life. It has several steam train trips coming up so if you fancy experiencing the retro joy of steam travel head onto their website.
Review of Joanna Margaret Paul and Frances Hodgkins exhibitions on at Toi Mahara
Harriet Bright, a Paekākāriki potter with a background in Fine Arts, reviews two exhibitions currently on at Toi Mahara Gallery in Waikanae – Joanna Paul’s Daily Kapiti and Further revelations: Frances Hodgkins and British modernism 1920–1935.
DAILY KĀPITI: The work of Joanna Margaret Paul at Toi Mahara Gallery
Artist and curator Gary Freemantle discusses the work of artist Joanna Margaret Paul in Daily Kāpiti currently being exhibited at Toi Mahara Gallery, Waikanae (21 Nov 2025 – 21 March 2026). This includes a focus on Paekākāriki.
Our Fire Brigade celebrates its Eightieth Birthday!
Read Dani Deluka’s story about the legendary Paekākāriki Fire Brigade. They will be celebrating eighty years of service to the Paekākāriki and Kāpiti Coast Community with an open day on Saturday 8th of November 10-12pm. There will be station activities, a sausage sizzle, community education, a chance to explore inside the fire truck, and some time to get to know our local 361 crew.
GRACE: A Prayer for Peace, 2025
Well known New Zealand artist and Paekākāriki resident Gerda Leenards reviews GRACE: A Prayer for Peace, a movie that brings two Dames, filmmaker Gaylene Preston and artist Robin White, together in a remarkable collaboration.
An update on the Argentine ants of Paekākāriki
Following a community meeting, Amelia Geary provides practical advice on how to control Argentine ants