Judith Galtry embarks on an exploration of marine monikers to figure out the correct designation for the body of water that we can see from our shores. Denis Glover, New Zealand poet extraordinaire and onetime Paekākāriki resident, had a Royal Navy and sailing background. He also wrote many … [Read more...] about What are you looking at? The Paekākāriki Seascape
Excavate the past during the Heritage Festival
The Kāpiti Coast will come alive over the weekend of 9 - 10 November as the Kāpiti Coast Heritage Festival (part of Wellington Heritage Festival) and the Art Trail coincide. Paekākāriki attractions include the Station Museum and Steam Inc. - also check out the Art Trail, which begins 02 November as … [Read more...] about Excavate the past during the Heritage Festival
Paekākāriki School tamariki get predator-free creative
Tamariki in Ngā Kākāno at Paekākāriki School got creative recently and wrote a story based around the theme of 'predators and me'. Some great stories were created - here's a selection of them. Whaea Loutje tells us more: Tamariki had the opportunity to write their own stories, either based on … [Read more...] about Paekākāriki School tamariki get predator-free creative
Seven Years and the Fight for Queer Joy Continues
Our village's pride and joy, Paekākāriki Pride Festival is fast approaching. Jessica Barnes lets us how to get your dose of aroha and Rainbow good times over Labour Weekend. This year marks seven years since the inaugural Paekākāriki Pride Festival, and the need for safe spaces for the … [Read more...] about Seven Years and the Fight for Queer Joy Continues
The last hermit of Paekākāriki
Local history writer, Judith Galtry, lived next door to who she describes as the last hermit in Paekākāriki for many years. She shares her neighbour's complex story with insight and compassion. Read an excerpt here then the full article on Newsroom. The last hermit … [Read more...] about The last hermit of Paekākāriki
Rangi Mārie Peace Festival returns to Paekākāriki
To celebrate peace and commemorate Parihaka, Himiona Grace and Julia Truscott are creating a major Paekākāriki event - their second Rangi Mārie Peace Festival, 22- 23 November.After the success of the first festival, held on Parihaka Day 2022, event organisers Himiona Grace and Julia Truscott are … [Read more...] about Rangi Mārie Peace Festival returns to Paekākāriki
Hilary Baxter: Nothing humdrum about Hilary
Hilary Baxter, a powerful but not widely recognised poet, was a Paekākāriki identity. Judith Galtry has updated her original story with new content and we share it here. Hilary came from illustrious literary stock. Her parents, James K. Baxter and Jacqueline C. Baxter (née Sturm) were both … [Read more...] about Hilary Baxter: Nothing humdrum about Hilary
Come Gardening with Potty Potters
Potty Potters is a local voluntary group enabling kids to learn gardening skills at Paekākāriki School. And they need your help! Potty Potters is a group of volunteers who grow plants in the nursery at the back of Paekākāriki School. We have two big sales per year - the Saturday of Mother’s Day … [Read more...] about Come Gardening with Potty Potters
Recipients of the Mercedes Webb-Pullman Poetry Award announced
The Webb-Pullman family take great pleasure in announcing the honours for the inaugural Mercedes Webb-Pullman Poetry Award, on the theme of 'Rebellion'. Formerly of Paekākāriki, poet Mercedes Webb-Pullman passed away last year. Other residents may know her for her Paekākāriki FM radio show … [Read more...] about Recipients of the Mercedes Webb-Pullman Poetry Award announced
Tell us your tail
Predator Free Paekākāriki has heard some great tales over the years. Share yours and go in the draw to win one of our prizes - one of two trapping tunnel packages, or a jar of premium Fix and Fogg human consumable peanut butter, kindly donated by Paekākāriki Village Grocery Store. Submit your tale … [Read more...] about Tell us your tail