The Haka Party Incident – 5.30pm Sun 22 June
The Haka Party Incident 2024 Sun 22 June 5.30pm St Peter’s Hall Directed by Katie Wolfe In 1979, group of young Māori and Pasifika activists sought to stop Pākehā students at the University of Auckland performing a parody of haka each capping week. Unfortunately, the consequences for those activists were severe – many were convicted of crimes. Director […]
Matariki & Paekākāriki History Weekend – Fri 20 to Sun 22 June
Matariki & Early Paekākāriki History Exhibition & Talks St Peter’s Village Hall – Friday 20 – Sunday 22 June – 11am-4pm Paekākāriki Station Museum presents an exhibition showcasing the early history of Paekākāriki – as well as celebrating Matariki – through stories, speakers, displays, poetry and film – giving you a glimpse into the rich cultural […]
How Paekākāriki keeps informed and gets emergency prepared: the results of our 2024 survey are in
Earlier this year, Paekākāriki Informed Community Inc surveyed the village to gain feedback on village comms and participation. Here’s a summary of the results.
What are you looking at? The Paekākāriki Seascape
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.
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.
ANZAC Day 2024: Paekākāriki soldiers remembered
Ian McGibbon’s memorial address at the recent ANZAC Day event commemorates some of the young Paekākāriki men who served in World War I.
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.
‘Record’ number of sellers at a Village Vinyl Fair with vibe
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 region.
Pari Pari
In this story, Dani Deluka celebrates Mahuru Māori, the recent month-long kaupapa aimed at using te reo in everyday situations. Pari Pari refers to the historic Māori settlement found just south of Paekākariki on the escarpment. The story beautifully expresses how to overcome adversity through aroha, whakapapa and pākahukahu (strength).
Paekākāriki Set to Get into the Groove
The infamously popular Paekākāriki village dance and vinyl fair is almost upon us, inviting Paekākāriki and visitors for a vinyl action-packed day at St Peter’s Hall on Saturday 18 February.