Exciting Economic Future for Kapiti…

18 January 2012

The Kapiti Chamber says that the ‘Envisioning an Economic Future for Kapiti – 2031’ document is just what the District needs at this time – a clear vision of what is possible and how this benefits the Kapiti community, along with a call to action to take ownership of our economic future.
Set in 2031, the ‘vision’... Read More

Congratulations to the Aquatic Centre Trust

28 June 2011

The Management Committee of the Kapiti Coast Chamber of Commerce would like to warmly thank and congratulate the Kapiti Aquatic Centre Trust members for all their efforts and perseverance towards the construction of an Aquatic Centre for Kapiti.  Seeing the trucks moving... Read More

Ultra Fast Broadband provides opportunities for Kapiti

9 June 2011

The Kapiti Coast Chamber of Commerce is upbeat about the benefits of Ultra fast Broadband to the Kapiti and Horowhenua districts – it provides local opportunities; they say.

Not every organisation benefits directly... Read More

Big is good at business networking event

31 May 2011

BIG IS GOOD – a big turnout of over 100 people for the Kapiti Chamber of Commerce May BA5 function, held at Mitre 10 Mega Kapiti, were treated to an entertaining evening including brain teasers and enthusiastic hosts in Tricia & Vince Indo... Read More

Youth unemployment a priority

6 May 2011

The national headlines that the youth unemployment rate is at its highest since records began is a warning shot for Kapiti in particular,which is already short of employment across the board; says the Kapiti Coast Chamber of Commerce.

 “The ongoing social consequences... Read More

Use of local businesses for local work

12 April 2011

The Kapiti Chamber encourages anyone requiring work done in Kapiti to look to local businesses to do that work, wherever local businesses can do that work.

 In the case of a business setting up in Kapiti... Read More

Letter to Council on Water Meters

25 March 2011

The purpose of this letter is to express support for the Council’s recent decision to look at water meters as a part of the water project.

 The underlying concern ... Read More

There's no need to go to Porirua, says Chamber

25 March 2011

The Kapiti Chamber of Commerce congratulates the team at Mitre 10 Mega Kapiti on the grand opening of their new store today.

Chamber Chairman Mark Ternent said ... Read More

Submission to NZTA on Peka Peka to Otaki Expressway

18 March 2011

The Kapiti Chamber of Commerce supports:

• The building of the Expressway as soon as possible, for the broad reasons given on page 2 of the public consultation document.
• The proposed general locations and configurations for ... Read More

Christchurch recovery - business support

1 March 2011

The New Zealand Chambers of Commerce, of which the Kapiti Coast Chamber is a part, have been in touch with our Canterbury colleagues, who are operating from a home office.

Our purpose is to establish... Read More

Submission to NZTA on Mackays to Peka Peka public consultation

4 February 2011

The Kapiti Chamber of Commerce welcomes the revised interchange locations and the ability of local residents to use the Expressway as a second river crossing..

“These are significant improvements from... Read More

Flights to Auckland good for Kapiti

26 January 2011

The Kapiti Chamber of Commerce welcomes today’s news from Air Nelson about weekday Air New Zealand flights to Auckland commencing in October.

“To all the other things which make Kapiti a great place to live and do business, we will soon be able to... Read More

Road moving in the right direction

9 December 2010

The Kapiti Chamber of Commerce says that the latest NZTA consultation document is a significant step in the right direction for the future economic health of Kapiti and a testimony to the value of having the KCDC representing the interests of the Kapiti community as a part of the roading ‘Alliance’.

“Putting interchanges on Kapiti and Te Moana roads is smart... Read More

Chamber invites new Council to take Kapiti forward

13 October 2010

The Kapiti Coast Chamber of Commerce warmly congratulates Jenny Rowan, in being returned as the Kapiti Coast’s Mayor. The Chamber also congratulates the new and returning Councillors

We look forward to next three years to help take Kapiti forward.. Read More

Exercise your right, fulfill your responsibility

27 August 2010

The Kapiti Chamber is calling on people to exercise their democratic right to choose their political leaders in the upcoming local body elections.

“Kapiti really is at a pivotal point in its history” ... Read More

Chamber 'Inspirational Leadership' Lunch Draws Big Crowd

5 July 2010

Business on the Kapiti Coast is ‘alive and well’ as shown at a packed midwinter luncheon hosted by the Kapiti Chamber of Commerce with sponsors Ohau Vineyards.

“130 people attended the luncheon which ... Read More

Chamber Challenges Businesses to Support Aquatic Centre Fundraising

22 June 2010

The Kapiti Coast Chamber of Commerce supports and applauds the example being set by Thrive Chiropractic and Harry Phelps Chiropractor to raise funds for the Aquatic Centre.

“Many businesses and business people have already given... Read More

Local Body Elections Need Good Candidates

10 June 2010

The Kapiti Chamber of Commerce is calling for good Kapiti people to stand for this year’s local body elections.

“If you could go forward 100 years and look back, you would likely say that this time was a pivotal time in Kapiti’s history” ... Read More

Give Whales A Go, Says Chamber

19 May 2010

The Kapiti Chamber of Commerce supports in principle the raising of the $70,000 to fund a full business case as the first stage of the Whalesong idea. “On the face of it, it’s a very exciting idea” ... Read More

Early Days For Whalesong

29 April 2010

Initial feedback from business people is mixed, says Kapiti Chamber of Commerce Chairman Mark Ternent, ranging between “it’s a stupid idea” to “it’s brilliant”. More people seemed supportive when they understood that the money would not be coming from rates... Read More

TelstraClear Shows Kapiti Needs to Look After Its Own Economic Future

21 April 2010

We hope TelstraClear thinks this through carefully and has looked at alternatives such as keeping call centres in New Zealand and using this creatively to stand out from their competitors. But whatever results from the period of consultation... Read More

NZTA Expressway - Draft KCDC Objectives

13 April 2010

Thank you to yourself and Dr Gael Ferguson for taking time to consult with Chamber representatives on the formulation of the KCDC Objectives for the NZTA Expressway. While supporting the draft Objectives in their broad context, we believe they do not give sufficient justification to the presence of an Interchange in central Paraparaumu. Read More

Importance of Economic Health

31 March 2010

The Kapiti Coast Chamber of Commerce today made a short but significant submission to the KCDC on the scope of the forthcoming District Plan review. Chamber Chair Mark Ternent concludes in the submission that “It is time that the importance of economic health and vitality ... Read More

Letter to mayor on Alliance decision

4 March 2010

Dear Jenny, The Management Committee of the Kapiti Coast Chamber of Commerce would like to assure you of our support for the decision to join the NZTA Roading ‘Alliance’. We also believe that many in the business community support your decision. Read More

Submission on‘Water Matters’ Project

4 February 2010

The Kapiti coast Chamber of Commerce welcomes the opportunity to make a contribution to the Water Project. It strongly supports the Council’s approach to making progress on the critical issue of water as it impacts on the opportunity for the future economic development of Kapiti. Read More

Roading decision welcome but needs to deliver key factors for Kapiti economic health

17 December 2009

Now that the roading decision has been made, the Kapiti Chamber of Commerce Chamber reemphasises that the design must deliver the key factors for Kapiti’s long term economic health. Read More

Kapiti Chamber of Commerce submission to NZTA Board on proposed state highway 1 expressway routes through Kapiti

26 October 2009

This submission from the Kapiti Chamber of Commerce deals primarily with the way in which the road can assist regional and Kapiti in maximising economic development. Read More

Chamber roading workshop concludes Connectivity is key to Kapiti’s long term Economic Health

15 October 2009

“This is a huge issue for our community, and there has been a lot of confusion” says Chamber Deputy Chair Mark Ternent “but one thing is for sure – we and our children will be living with the effects of this decision a long time after the road is finished.” Read More

Strategic Roading Picture Workshop – Summary

8 September 2009

Purpose - The overall purpose was to bring a rationale and balanced long term perspective to the roading decision facing Kapiti now. Following on from this; to help the Chamber Executive put together a submission which highlights important points for NZTA to consider, and adds value and clarity to the public debate. Read More

Letter to the Editor

5 September 2009

To date, members of the Chamber have given a strong mandate to support a full western link expressway. This is on the basis that all other options involve up to 10 years in the planning, consent and construction, and provide no certainty of land tenure for years to hundreds of potentially affected homeowners. Read More

Chamber Congratulates Council

25 June 2009

The Kapiti Chamber of Commerce congratulates the Kapiti Coast District Council on the approval of the 10 year long term development plan today.
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LTCCP Submission Form

14 May 2009

Submission to the Kapiti Coast District Council long term plan. Read More

Support of the Aquatic Centre

27 February 2009

The Kapiti Chamber of Commerce, while mindful of the impact large capital developments have on the Kapiti ratepayers is totally committed to the development of an Aquatic Centre now. Wendy Huston, Kapiti Chamber of Commerce chair said “Now is not the time to become timid and stop moving forward. Read More

Letter in Support of Coastlands Development

14 January 2009

On behalf of the Kapiti Chamber of Commerce my congratulations to the Board of Coastlands for having the commitment and confidence in the Kapiti community to undertake the $17 million proposed upgrade of the shopping precinct. Read More

New operation for Wellington exporters to be established

2 December 2008

EMA Central and the Wellington Regional Chamber of Commerce are delighted to announce their intention to establish a one stop shop for exporters in the Greater Wellington region. Read More

Recession bites but Kapiti still s good place to do business

28 November 2008

The Kapiti Chamber of Commerce is concerned at any redundancies in the area, especially just before Christmas, but won’t comment on specific events, such as the changes to the Car Haulaways operation at Paekakariki, says Deputy Chair Mark Ternent. Read More

KCDC Submission on the rating system

18 November 2008

The Kapiti Chamber of Commerce Submission form on the KCDC Rating system. Read More

Chamber says get on with Link now

18 September 2008

Kapiti Chamber of Commerce said the Western Link Road project should not be delayed any further. Its chairwoman, Wendy Huston, said the Chamber wanted to see immediate action on starting the project. “We agree that any outstanding negotiations with the land owners need to be settled immediately,” She said. Read More

Letter to the Editor

8 August 2008

It was encouraging to read the lead story on page one of The Observer on Monday August 11. At long last the voice of the wider Kapiti community is being heard, to balance out the highly emotive and constantly erroneous views of an extremely vocal minority, in terms of views held on the Kapiti airport development. Read More

Press Release Kapiti Observer

14 July 2008

Perhaps by now we should be use to some of our councillor’s unusual views on democracy. However, Councillor McIntyre’s comments (Observer 3 July) “there should be a community debate about how big Kapiti should be allowed to grow…” does surprise and dismay. Read More

Non-elected appointments to KCDC standing committees not the best way forward

29 May 2008

The Kapiti Chamber of Commerce wishes to give support to Councillor Molineux’s stance against the appointment of Maori to non-elected positions, with voting rights, on KCDC standing committees. (Kapiti Observer, 29 May 2008) Read More

Annual Plan Submission

April 2008

The Kapiti Chamber of Commerce has reviewed your Annual Plan for 2008/9 and would like to make the following comments.
1.  While we applaud Council’s effort to keep increases in rates to a minimum, we do have concerns that any reduction in infrastructure expenditure now will only aggravate future costs.  Read More

Letter to the Editor

April 2008

Councillor Jack’s statement in The Observer 28 April, regarding the inclusion of non-elected groups having voting rights on Council matters may need some clarification. The Kapiti Chamber of Commerce has never demanded a place around Council’s table, nor can it imagine doing so. Read More

KCCC Press Release

13 March 2008

The Kapiti Chamber of Commerce is extremely pleased with the recently announced decision of the independent commissioners’ to fully support the plans of Noel Robinson for the development of Paraparaumu Airport.
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After 58 years, Link must happen, business says

3 March 2008 Kapiti Observer

Debate over the shape of the Western Link Road has heated up, with the Kapiti Coast Chamber of Commerce accusing councillor Lyndy McIntyre of using "overly emotive" words and "red herrings" to divert attention from the real issue.  Read More

Chamber say 'big box' a myth

3 December 2007 Kapiti Observer

The Kapiti Chamber of Commerce told the airport hearing commissioners last week that it did not support major retail development on the airport land, beyond what was necessary to service the airport. Questioned by the panel, however, the chamber’s secretary, Wilson Lattey, agreed the airport faced major costs to upgrade the airport. Read More

Why the Airport Development is so important to Kapiti's Future

1 October 2007 kapiti Observer

The development of Paraparaumu Airport will bring extensive employment opportunities to the Kapiti region into the next 20 years, jobs for our children and grandchildren. The number of businesses in kapiti is very low compared to other communities and this means a low rates contribution thus rate payers are bearing most of the District Council rate increases. Read More

Paraparaumu Airport Submission

18 May 2007

Submission to proposed change 73, Paraparaumu Airport The Kapiti Coast Chamber of Commerce Incorporated represents about 150 members and is the primary independent business support organisation on the Kapiti Coast.
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Kapiti: The Coast with the Most

22 March 2007

We Know you love the Kapiti lifestyle, that's why you live here. Laid back, family friendly, a great climate and close to the beach... So what about the future? Wouldn't you like to know that kapiti will deliver plenty of local jobs and all the community services and facilities that a modern town should have? Read More

Chamber of Commerce supports airport zone change

2 November 2006

The Kapiti Coast Chamber of Commerce says it supports Paraparaumu Airport Holding’s applications for a zone change on the Paraparaumu airport land. Read More

Chamber of Commerce opposes Greater Wellington representation changes

2 November 2006

The Kapiti Coast Chamber of Commerce says it is against the Greater Wellington Regional Council’s proposal to merge the Porirua and Kapiti areas into a single ward for electing councilors. Read More

Wellington Regional Strategy Submissions

November 2006

The Kapiti Coast Chamber of Commerce represents the business sector on the Kapiti Coast and has approximately 150 members. The Kapiti Coast Chamber generally supports the Wellington Chamber of Commerce submission.
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Airport Plan Change

31 October 2006

The Kapiti Coast Chamber of Commerce wishes to support your application for a zone change to Paraparaumu airport as proposed - and including that the airport will remain as an operational airport. Read More

Kapiti representation on the Regional Council

27 October 2006

The Kapiti Coast Chamber of Commerce has 165 members and represents business interests from Paekakariki to Otaki. The Kapiti Coast is still one of the major growth areas in NZ . The Chamber is against the proposal to merge the Porirua and Kapiti areas in terms of representation on the Greater Wellington Regional Council. Read More

Community Plan - Motels and Home stays

12 May 2006

In view of the very large increase in rates in 2003 for this sector of business and the proposal which indicates a typical; increase over 30% the Kapiti Coast Chamber of Commerce believes it is necessary for Council to reconsider its current proposals to a much more moderate increase. Read More

Town Centre forum advertisement for Kapiti Observer

1 May 2006

Kapiti Coast District Council has plans for a major redevelopment of the Paraparaumu town centre. How will these, and other, changes affect business in Kapiti over the next 10-20 years? Will the town centre become the cultural and social heart of Kapiti? Read More

The KCDC Annual Plan Submissions

2005/2006

The following submissions relate to PART 1 of the Draft Annual Plan.
The Kapiti Chamber notes the following as being Issues that need to be prioritized as not doing so will continue to have a negative effect on the local business economy. Read More

Western Corridor Submission

4 November 2005

The Kapiti Coast Chamber of Commerce’s views on the Proposed Western Corridor Plan are similar to those of the Wellington Regional Chamber of Commerce. Read More