Issue November 2014

WWF gave a $25,000 award to Energise Ōtaki so it can explore innovative solutions including alternative energies, energy conservation, a census to measure ‘Energy Poverty’ in the town and the establishment of an Energy Investment trust to stimulate uptake of renewable energy solutions.

WWF gave a $25,000 award to Energise Ōtaki so it can explore innovative solutions including alternative energies, energy conservation, a census to measure ‘Energy Poverty’ in the town and the establishment of an Energy Investment trust to stimulate uptake of renewable energy solutions.

The first kapahaka competitions for the Wellington region’s primary kura were hosted by Otaki’s three Mäori kura at the end of October.

by Margaret Andrews The annual Kapiti schools kapahaka festival –Takiri o te Ata, involved almost 800 children from 15 schools the length of the Kapiti...

Blended Fuel Solutions NZ Ltd has taken over the running of the Ōtaki Clean Tech Centre. The Centre has moved to a new location...

A trial of emulsified fuel on the Cook Strait ferry Arahura is about to begin.

The World Wildlife Fund for Nature began in 1961, the brainchild of Sir Julius Huxley. It works on issues regarding the conservation, research and...

When did a footpath become a speedway for disability scooters, push scooters and bikes? Walking up Main Street on what was once a footpath...

Kids, parents, grandparents and friends gathered to listen to the adventures of ‘Ethan the Incredible’ at a Montessori fundraiser last month. About 50 kids plus...

The Otaki Womens Community Club was formed from the demise of the Otaki Lioness Club 18 Years ago. Our members are aged from 40 to...

Year of celebration comes to a glorious end More than 170 people danced the night away at Te Horo Hall recently to celebrate her centenary....

Students at Otaki College can now be found trading pies for sushi at their school canteen. The school has launched a number of fantastic health...

It is with great sadness that I acknowledge the passing of two people this month, my colleague Cr Tony Lloyd, the Waikanae Ward councillor,...

By VIVIENNE BAILEY The Kapiti Coast District is home to an amazingly diverse collection of artists and artwork. The recent 2014 Arts Trail weekend provided...

Behind the Door: the Oscar Pistorius and Reeva Steenkamp Story   by Mandy Wiener and Barry Bateman  ehind the Door is a compelling narrative that unpacks the evidence...