The Kāpiti Magazine
We’re at a crossroads in our journey—but then that could be said for so many of us! For over 21 years, the Kāpiti Chamber of Commerce has been a consistent voice for local business, propped up by our members and the support of our key partners—many of whom are small...
Your Voice Matters
We'd love to hear from you! We are a collective voice for business, and a core part of our purpose is advocating for local businesses and their people. With rates on the rise and business needs changing daily, your voice is more important than ever. Every other person...
Stakeholder Mapping and Engagement
Stakeholder mapping is the collaborative process of identifying a list of key people within your community (and beyond if necessary) and organising them into groups. The below information will help you identify these key people, what impact they’re likely to have on...
Tech Pathways for Young People
Tech Step Initiative Launches in Kāpiti—Creating Tech & Innovation Pathways For Our Local Young People. Event details: Date: Wednesday 28th February 2024 Location: Te Raukura Ki Kāpiti Time: 9.45am—11.00am Cost: Free to attend—limited seats available for extended...
International Women’s Day Luncheon
Come and join us for International Women's Day 2024 Date: Friday 8th March 2024 Time: 11.30am Location: Paraparaumu Memorial Hall Cost: Tickets $65.00 each or a table of 10 for $600.00 BUY TICKETS We are very excited to have guest Speaker Rosie Overcomer join us this...
2024: Reflections from our Chair
Matiti (Summer) in Kāpiti Over the summer months, our town centres have been alive with visitors and locals picking up essentials or exploring new finds. Commerce includes the activity of buying and selling, just as much as it includes the noise and warmth that comes...
Kāpiti Chamber Turns Twenty-One – A Time for Celebration and Reflection
Past and present members, board representatives, and Key Partners of the Kāpiti Coast Chamber of Commerce gathered recently to celebrate a momentous milestone: the 21st birthday of the organisation. This occasion grants the opportunity to reflect on the remarkable...
Not just saving lives: latest research report reveals the importance of new roads in the Wellington region
A recently released report by the AA Research Foundation, Safety Benefits of New Roads, shows that the Mackays to Peka Peka section of the Kāpiti Expressway (M2PP) has significantly improved both the focus area of improvement and surrounding districts. The opening of...
Kāpiti Coast Chamber of Commerce Calls for Transparency Amongst Local Elected Members
The recent 2022 election campaigns established the futures of Te Uruhi and the Kāpiti Coast Airport as matters of importance to our local community. Having been two of the most hotly discussed topics in recent years amongst members of the Kāpiti Chamber and the public...
Kāpiti Chamber Elects Board and Co-Chairs for 2023
The Kāpiti Coast Chamber of Commerce elected a new board at last night’s AGM, with Co-Chairs Monique Leith and Heather Hutchings successfully re-elected for 2023 as the Chamber looks to continue supporting the local business community through challenging times....