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Daily Archives: May 25, 2018

KCDC tells GWRC regional rate increase is excessive

Several councillors joined Mayor Gurunathan in making a case to Greater Wellington Regional Council (GWRC) regarding the “Excessive rates increase”  on behalf of Kapiti residents. “Greater Wellington Regional Council has proposed a 6.7 percent average rates increase across the region in 2018/19, but this amounts to

5 Tips To Stay Warm This Winter

The cost to heat our homes over winter makes up a major portion of our power bill every year. Here are a few easy tips to keep your home warm without getting a massive power bill. 1. Curtains Open all your curtains to let in

In the Footsteps of the Marines

Back in 1942-43 over 15,000 Marines were stationed in three camps north of Paekakariki. They were here to train for the Pacific war against Japan, and, if necessary, defend New Zealand from invasion. On Sunday and Monday, this crucial time in the history of the