Argentinian Ants might be tiny but do not underestimate them. They are competitors for resources in the environment, outcompeting local ants and dominating the ecology of the gardens they invade. Read Amelia’s Argentinian Ant story to find out if you have an infestation at your place and, if so, what to do about it.
The 1996 Paekākāriki Whale Stranding: A Poem
Nearly thirty years ago, on 17 March 1996, on one of the wildest day imaginable, three massive sperm whales / parāoa stranded along the length of Paekākāriki beach.
The Last Dance Band Gig in the old Paekākāriki Hotel
A Paekākāriki story set in the early 1970s when the village was still predominantly working class. Written by the legendary Gilbert Haisman: brilliant musician, story teller and long term contributor to Paekākāriki’s vibrant art scene.
Paekākāriki’s Legendary Book Fair 2025
Read MoreSand Creatures: Building Something from Nothing & Losing it Again
A Mermaid was found lying on the beach at Easter? Was it an omen? Read and find out!
Paragliding and hang gliding Paekākāriki style
Members of the Wellington Hang Gliding & Paragliding Club have been flying the escarpment between the village and Pukerua Bay since 1973. Solomon Amery Zwartz and Sven Ericksen take us flying.
Te Āhuru Mōwai to Build 10 Rental Houses in Paekākāriki
Read MoreANZAC Day 2025 Memorial Address
I am honoured to give the memorial address at this ceremony on the 110th anniversary of the Anzac landing at Gallipoli in 1915.
ANZAC Day 2025: A glorious day for a commemoration
Read MoreThe ship in a bottle
Read this classic ship-in-a-bottle tale by long time Paekākāriki resident and former journalist (among many other things) Mark Te One. Here he brings to life one of The Bowler’s talented old characters, Bob Upham.