Circle of Fifths presents Summer Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet!

As part of the 2024 New Zealand Fringe Festival, local producers Circle of Fifths is presenting an outdoor production of the classic Romeo and Juliet - but with a Paekākāriki twist. Staged from the 1st - 3rd March at Campbell Park, there may even be a skateboard or two.   There will … [Read more...] about Circle of Fifths presents Summer Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet!

‘Record’ number of sellers at a Village Vinyl Fair with vibe

“For the record, here’s a fun fact – a person born in ‘45 was ‘33 in ’78.” The village of Paekākāriki on the Kāpiti Coast is preparing to break a few records at its annual Village Vinyl Fair and Dance on Saturday 10 February at St Peter’s Hall. An increasingly popular event in the Wellington … [Read more...] about ‘Record’ number of sellers at a Village Vinyl Fair with vibe

Paekākāriki, how should we adapt to coastal hazards? 

The Takutai Kāpiti Coastal Adaptation Panel would like to hear what you value most about our coastline and how you think it should be protected at their community workshop on 7 November (or online). Takutai Kāpiti is a district-wide coastal adaptation project that will help guide community … [Read more...] about Paekākāriki, how should we adapt to coastal hazards? 

A fascinating talk with Julia Bevin, Principal of Paekākāriki School

Dayll McCahon talks to the Principal of Paekākāriki School, Julia Bevin, about the importance of play-based learning and how that relates to children's mental health and her PhD. You can also listen to an interview between Megan Salole and Julia about just this! Did you know the principal of … [Read more...] about A fascinating talk with Julia Bevin, Principal of Paekākāriki School

Matariki tree planting and plaque honours Paekākāriki kuia

Paekākariki School’s celebration for Matariki, the Māori new year, was extra special this year as it unveiled a memorial plaque and tree to remember a significant local kuia. The plaque recognised Jean Matekitewhawhai Andrews, QSM, a kuia of Ngāti Haumia ki Paekākāriki, Ngāti Toa and Te Āti … [Read more...] about Matariki tree planting and plaque honours Paekākāriki kuia

Paekākāriki Housing Trust: it takes a community to house us all

Seven years ago, The Paekākāriki Housing Trust was created in response to a local family being unable to find a house for rent in the village. As that project nears completion, with a sale of the house to the whanaū expected shortly,  two of the former trustees, Tina Pope and Holly Jane Ewens, talk … [Read more...] about Paekākāriki Housing Trust: it takes a community to house us all

Birds of a feather flock together: Forest & Bird celebrated

In late April 2023, Paekākāriki buzzed with excitement and activities commemorating 100 years of Forest & Bird | Te Reo of Te Taiao. Captain Val Sanderson, a pioneering conservationist, featured prominently in the celebrations. In brilliant autumn weather, Paekākāriki celebrated 100 years … [Read more...] about Birds of a feather flock together: Forest & Bird celebrated

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