Our engaged, multitalented new Paekākāriki.nz community team! Paekākāriki Informed Community (PICI) are thrilled to announce the appointment of three outstanding locals to help guide our community website platform Paekākāriki.nz forward. We salute them! Jenny Clark has taken over as fortnightly … [Read more...] about Introducing three Paekākāriki angels
Keeping Ahi Kā – the responsibility we have for the land we live on
January 25 2025 saw the passing of village kaumatua Karl Farrell of Ngāti Haumia ki Paekākāriki. A great loss, Karl with the support of his whanau and community has worked long to see their whenua better recognised. That work now needs to continue without him, honouring his legacy . In part two of … [Read more...] about Keeping Ahi Kā – the responsibility we have for the land we live on
‘Deepest gratitude’ from whānau for support of kaumātua but a long way to go
The campaign to support Ngāti Haumia's kaumātua, Karl Farrell, has raised over $15,000 in one week - but much more is still needed. We share a message of gratitude from the Farrell whānau. Karl Farrell, kaumātua of Ngāti Haumia ki Paekākāriki, has been diagnosed with cancer and we are asking … [Read more...] about ‘Deepest gratitude’ from whānau for support of kaumātua but a long way to go
Paekākāriki survey and magazine is here!
Expect to hear from a neighbour with a survey and magazine over June and July. Or see link below. Kia ora hapori You and other members of your household can do our vital one-off survey for emergency planning and connectedness. CLICK HERE for the survey. One of our volunteers will be coming … [Read more...] about Paekākāriki survey and magazine is here!
A different kind of Tsunami
An extract from Paekākāriki artist Ned Wenlock's remarkable debut graphic novel Tsunami, available now from leading publisher, Earth's End Publishing, followed by an interview with Ned on Paekākāriki.FM. An emotional rather than physical tsunami, this graphic novel deals with what could … [Read more...] about A different kind of Tsunami
Recovering Māori knowledge of the Tararua Ranges
Kāpiti researchers Te Kenehi Teira and Heeni Collins (Ngāti Raukawa, Ngāti Haumia) recently came to Paekākāriki to explain some of the background behind a Ngāti Raukawa claim to the Tararua Ranges, presented in June to the Waitangi Tribunal. Their research reveals fascinating background on Māori … [Read more...] about Recovering Māori knowledge of the Tararua Ranges
Paekākāriki and birdsong only a tap away
Introducing some special features of the Paekākāriki.FM radio app. This year’s cyclone has proven yet again that having a battery-powered radio on hand, together with local broadcasting, are vital for emergency preparedness. Paekākāriki has 88.2FM broadcast via a transmitter atop of Paekākāriki … [Read more...] about Paekākāriki and birdsong only a tap away
Paekākāriki Set to Get into the Groove
The popular foot-stomping Paekākāriki village dance and vinyl fair is almost upon us, inviting Paekākāriki and visitors for a vinyl action-packed day and evening at St Peter's Hall on Saturday 18 February. Paekakariki’s iconic radio station 88.2FM turns ten this year and its biggest … [Read more...] about Paekākāriki Set to Get into the Groove
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!
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