Category: News

  • Innovative eLearning in New Zealand

    Innovative eLearning in New Zealand

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    In the ever-evolving landscape of eLearning, Pipi Learning stands as a beacon of innovation, inclusivity, and cultural richness. This post explores the story of Pipi Learning, a team that’s reshaping the world of online education with a unique New Zealand touch. The Genesis of Pipi Learning: Nestled in the scenic Kāpiti Coast of Wellington, Pipi…

  • New Zealand motorsport eStore excited to enter the Australian market

    New Zealand motorsport eStore excited to enter the Australian market

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    Harris Race Radios is a family business, selling motorsport gear online out of Paraparaumu, New Zealand. They are active in the New Zealand racing community and provide almost all New Zealand teams with equipment. The business involves 3 generations and is likely to expand further in the future. They have always provided for New Zealand racers…

  • Shamanic & Angelic Sound Bath

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    Take time out for yourself and receive the benefits of a Vibrational Sound Bath with both Shamanic & Angelic resonance as you experience bathing in the unique blend of pure vibrational sounds allowing the frequencies of crystal singing bowls (7 perfectly resonating with each major chakra), crystal singing pyramids, hand-made native American drums, flutes, rattles,…

  • Plant Based Diet Workshop with Nutritionist Lucy Edwards

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    Saturday 17th August 1-3pm $30 early bird or 2+ for $25 each At enSoul Yoga and Wellness Level 1- 345 Kapiti Road For more information or to book please email [email protected] or go to lucynutrition.co.nz Addtional information; Thinking of moving towards a plant based diet? There is a lot of confusion in the media about…

  • Labour’s Rob McCann launches campaign for KCDC

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    Rob McCann, The Labour Party Candidate for Otaki for the last two general elections has announced he is standing for KCDC as a District Councillor. His campaign is being launched at this year’s annual comedy debate. An event which has featured three local Mayors, the Prime Minister, Finance Minister, ACC Minister, Broadcasting Minister and Police…

  • Love Tenis

    Love Tenis

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    Fall in Love with tennis at ‘Love Tennis’ Open Weekend Tennis Clubs across New Zealand are encouraging Kiwis to ‘Love Tennis’ during an open weekend on 7th and 8th September. Paraparaumu Beach Tennis Club will be joining more than 120 clubs across the Country and opening its doors to the local community from 1-4pm each…

  • Local Model Yacht Racing Sport Growing

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    Kāpiti Radio Yacht Club race radio controlled yachts regularly at Awatea Pond Paraparaumu (Wednesdays Fridays and some Sundays) and Winstones Lake Otaki (Sundays). We welcome visitors and can often let people have a go at this exciting sport. For more details: https://kapitradioyachtclub.wixsite.com/kapiti-radio-y-club

  • Te Horo Hall Xmas Market – Saturday 12th December

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    Come and join in the fun of the 15th Te Horo Xmas Market… 10am – 1pm. Locallly-made gifts, crafts, produce all available at our over 60 stalls. Plus fabulous raffles, entertainment, Santa & free fruit/lollies for the littlies. All proceeds go the Earthquake Strengthening work starting in January. Please help us to save the 106…

  • Directions in Jazz: The Hard Bop Session

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    Award-winning pianist Duncan Haynes, recently returned to Aotearoa after 20 years abroad, presents “Directions in Jazz”, a series of concerts celebrating different aspects of the jazz tradition. “The Hard Bop Session” May 7th at Kapiti Playhouse, Paraparaumu features the all-swinging, hard-blowing sound of Hard Bop (Herbie Hancock, Horace Silver, Lee Morgan, Cedar Walton, Donald Byrd,…

  • The Extravaganza Fair

    The Extravaganza Fair

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    The Extravaganza Fair is a community centred event with a creative and sustainable focus. It is a family affair, FREE ENTRY, fun day out with a full weekends free entertainment. We bring a spark of fun, zero entry cost, grassroots shows & old school values which is a thrill for young and old. Unique &…

  • New Baby Sign Class in Paraparaumu – “Sing and Sign”

    New Baby Sign Class in Paraparaumu – “Sing and Sign”

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    Baby sign is a lovely way to communicate with your baby before they can speak. I loved taking Sing and Sign classes with my girls and now I’m keen to share with families on the Kapiti Coast and beyond. The “Sing and Sign Babes” course runs over 5 weeks and focusses on the fundamental framework…

  • Pilates for Golf Starting Monday 18th February

    Pilates for Golf Starting Monday 18th February

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    Pilates is a wonderful complementary exercise for Golfers. Quoting American Golf, “A stronger and more stable core helps golfers: • Attain an optimal back-swing and follow-through with increased range of motion in shoulders • Get more distance and power because of added hip and torso flexibility • Have a stronger and bigger hip turn for…

  • The Great Car Boot Sale – Paraparaumu College

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    The perfect time to have a clear out and sell your pre-loved items. Sellers Car Boot Stall $20 Book a car boot space by calling Adele 021973665 or email [email protected]. Set up time from 7.30am Come on down to the Paraparaumu College PA Big Car boot sale. Grab amazing bargains and treasures just for you.…

  • More kiwis are getting emergency alerts than ever – are you?

    More kiwis are getting emergency alerts than ever – are you?

    Almost twice as many people received the test Civil Defence emergency alert to their mobile phone at its last test – meaning more New Zealanders than ever are capable of getting a heads-up in an emergency. Minister of Civil Defence Hon Kris Faafoi says six out of 10 Kiwis (60 per cent) received the test…

  • Too many people killed over Christmas

    Too many people killed over Christmas

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    The official holiday period has ended with nine people tragically killed in crashes on New Zealand roads. The holiday period runs from December 24th to January the 3rd. This years road toll is 3 less then last years total, of 12. “My thoughts are with the families, friends and communities of the nine people who…