One of NZ's first Vietnam War casualties finally laid to rest on home soil
Sergeant Alastair Don was remembered as a man who "represented the best of New Zealand armed forces in a difficult war".
Toxic algae covering 60% of Waikanae River site
Dangerous levels of the algae have been found in the Waikanae River, prompting a warning for swimmers and dog owners.
Candidate who lost asks for vote recount and loses again
The Greater Wellington Regional Council candidate believed mistakes were made in the vote count. A judge has disagreed.
Kāpiti Coast District Council adjourns Te Uruhi vote
A motion to pull the plug on the controversial Te Uruhi/Kāpiti Gateway project at the Kāpiti Coast has been adjourned by the district council by the slimmest of margins.
Kāpiti Coast district councillor wants to pull plug on visitor centre project
The council will vote on whether on the controversial project after the resource consent process ends, but a councillor wants to axe it now.
Whānau alienated from Kāpiti Island
A whānau once had blocks of land on the island but over time were forced to sell by the Crown.
Janet Holborow takes out tight mayoral race in Kāpiti
The newly elected mayor says the close result should send a message to the council.
Retiring mayors warn newcomers to ignore the haters
Avoid the trolls, assume nothing and say goodbye to your weekends: outgoing mayors warn of the perils of public office.
Million-dollar council project in doubt, unsupported by mayoral candidates
Residents are calling for a halt to a visitor centre at Paraparaumu Beach, set to cost millions, as it is unlikely to be supported by a new council.
Slip closes key coastal route for at least 10 more days
SH59 between Paekākāriki and Pukerua Bay has been closed since August 21, with one affected business saying it's been the worst week in 11 years.
Missing woman last seen at train station on Kāpiti Coast
Police have concerns for 22-year-old Breanna Muriwai, who hasn't been seen by family since August 26.
What are Wellington regional council's priorities as local elections loom?
In just over a month, 13 people will be chosen from a list of 30 to tackle decisions about transport, environmental protection and emissions reductions.
'Halfway to Kāpiti Island': Man flees into ocean to escape police
A homeowner is 'in shock' after the man, who was staying at her house, fought police and had to be 'retrieved' from the water.
Family accuse TSB of 'inhumane' treatment of dying mother
A family forced to drag their mother off her "deathbed" so she could verify her identity and access her bank accounts says TSB has done nothing to make the process easier.
Scientist who always had the good dirt
OBITUARY: Dr Bruce Miller was a pioneering soil scientist who enjoyed a good laugh.
Race to be mayor of Kāpiti is hotting up
Deputy mayor Janet Holborow has joined race – wide open since K Gurunathanwith announced isn't seeking re-election – alongside two others.
Driverless house bus starts up, travels across road while on fire
Steve Richards purchased “Martha” to travel with wife Hilda before she died from cancer. He cried as he watched the memories go up in flames.
School investigating allegation of racist remarks at rugby match
A Kāpiti Coast high school is investigating claims made on social media that its supporters made racist comments to opposition players.
'Access point for adventure' to improve for Ōtaki walkers
A new walking track to improve access to Ōtaki Forks has delighted trampers but the council says it will be years before vehicles return to the area.
Kāpiti Island buzzing with honey money
Kāpiti Island, regarded as one of our most important bird reserves, is now the home to a succcesful honey business
Huia found in Kāpiti two years after it was stolen
The stuffed bird is worth upwards of $15,000 and will be returned to the Dannevirke museum from which it was stolen in 2020.
The coastal community where Lotto luck struck twice in the same draw
One couple planned to toast the win with a meal out; the other had a celebratory coffee and "a nice biscuit".
Plant-based food company granted million-dollar Government loan to lift production
“We've got another 2 billion people joining the planet by 2050," the company's owner says. "Our current systems are not sustainable.”
More parking for Kāpiti Escarpment walking track
An old service station will make way so more people can make use of the popular 'Stairway to Heaven' 9km track.
Kāpiti coastal hazard stoush continue, with mayor refusing to meet residents
A ratepayer group is questioning the council's coastal hazard study. But mayor K Gurunathan says they have a “jaundiced interpretation of reality”.
Paving the creative road to Kāpiti
Jenna-Lea Philpott looks at the need for creative industry investment across the Wellington region.
Yachts used to traverse the Waikanae River – now it's ankle deep
Sediment and gravel, brought downstream by the flow of water, have formed islands for seagulls, and raised the riverbed by more than a metre.
Dilworth tutor given home detention for sexually abusing boys
Survivor of abuse says it "reverberated through my entire life", as Jonathan Stephens is sentenced to six months' home detention.
Waikanae lawyer announces mayoral bid in Kāpiti
Frustrated by council inaction and residents' groups being shut out of decision-making, Chris Mitchell is making a bid for the top job.
Coroner: Person who died at anti-mandate camp site suspected to have Covid-19
Paramedics wore protective clothing at Friday's incident on private property, where it is believed a group of Parliament protesters are staying.
Concerns for Wellington woman missing over a week
Shane MacGowan doco a stunning, jaw-dropping, warts-and-all portrait
“Sympathetic to the tobacco industry” - Labour critical of National minister’s ties to big tobacco
It's getting hard for the PM while the 6%-er snipes alongside him
Group launches last-ditch effort to save hall
Rare chance to buy in pretty Queens Wharf
Show your favourite plant some love
Luxon takes aim at public service
Fire on Capital Connection rail wagon
Introducing 'Lupesey' with a call for curtains on 'Jessica Jessica Tova Tova'
Young woman left with 300 bed bug bites after spending night at Wellington hotel
Tova O'Brien: Dynamite dynamics between the country's three leaders
Tova O'Brien: 41 days later, it's deal day!
Being co-deputies 'sounds pretty woke for Winston and David' says Robertson