Conservation visionary Captain E.V (Val) Sanderson devoted much of his life to preserving Aotearoa New Zealand's unique flora and fauna. Judith Galtry profiles this tenacious and committed man, a one-time resident of Paekākāriki, where he restored his property to native bush and from where he could … [Read more...] about Captain Sanderson: a visionary among the Paekākāriki dunes
Paekākāriki’s Summer of Love: The Pickle Pot Be-In
The annual youth-run Pickle Pot Be-In festival is going from strength to strength. From its humble beginnings in 2020, the event has grown every year and 2023 is looking like a stunner! Inspired by the 1968 'Summer of Love’s Be-In' and Paekākāriki’s 'Eyeball Eyeball' events of old, our 'Pickle … [Read more...] about Paekākāriki’s Summer of Love: The Pickle Pot Be-In
Art wonderful art
The Paekākāriki Art Show is a major fundraiser for St Peter's Village Hall and a must-see event on the local cultural calendar. Held this Waitangi Weekend (Friday 3 until Monday 6 February 2023), Julie Warren reflects back on the success of the show and those who make it possible. Art, … [Read more...] about Art wonderful art
New QEP tracks open the park to regeneration and recreation
In great news for walkers, cyclists and horse riders formerly farmed areas of Kāpiti’s Queen Elizabeth Park have been opened to the public following the completion of 7.5 km of new tracks to the park’s northern section. Greater Wellington Regional Council tells us all about it. “The tracks … [Read more...] about New QEP tracks open the park to regeneration and recreation
End of an era: haere rā to the Surf Lifeguards clubroom
McKenzie Jones has been part of the Paekākāriki Surf Lifeguards for 18 years. At the recent closing ceremony of the old club building, McKenzie shares her farewell speech full of rich memories and fulfilling experiences of her years with the club. I’ve been a part of the Paekākāriki Surf … [Read more...] about End of an era: haere rā to the Surf Lifeguards clubroom
Heylo at the Crafty Christmas Market
Gina Goad wants her new jewellery range, Heylo, to pack a punch – but she’s not trying to pick a fight. It’s more of a dirty little secret. The Paekākāriki Community Trust profiles Heylo ahead of their annual Christmas Market at St Peter's Hall - check them out along with all the other crafty … [Read more...] about Heylo at the Crafty Christmas Market
The Wonders of Photography: kohekohe in bloom
Catherine Adam from Paekākāriki's Wonderbird Photography & Design Studio shares in words and images her experience of local kohekohe in bloom. What a pleasure it was to walk our local kohekohe loop track at the base of the escarpment track (with friend and fellow local photographer Bob … [Read more...] about The Wonders of Photography: kohekohe in bloom
Running for a cause
Help former Paekākāriki resident Noa Woolloff with his ambitious, generous gesture to raise much-needed funds to get his friend the life-saving cancer treatment he needs. Between Friday 11 and Sunday 13 November, Noa Woolloff will undertake an ambitious endurance challenge - to run 6.4 … [Read more...] about Running for a cause
Beyond Transmission Gully: the future of Beach Rd
The Paekākāriki Station Museum received a grant from KCDC to ask the community how Transmission Gully will affect the village. You are invited to participate in a facilitated discussion to help shape the future of Beach Road. Help shape Paekākāriki for the future. Bring your insights and … [Read more...] about Beyond Transmission Gully: the future of Beach Rd
Paekākāriki Pride turns five with an intergenerational programme
Paekākāriki bursts with Pride this coming Labour weekend with a diverse programme of events. There is something for everyone so don't miss out on this fun-filled celebrated annual festival! The Paekākāriki Pride Festival is Kāpiti’s leading LGBTTQIA+ celebration and is back this year bigger, … [Read more...] about Paekākāriki Pride turns five with an intergenerational programme