Bad Brother’s top toasties
Since opening his sandwich store the week before Labour Weekend last year, Hata Puriri reckons he’s found his calling. … Keep Reading
SH23 Raglan Road rebuild works and night time closures
Work is set to start on State Highway 23 near Maungatawhiri Road from Monday 12 February for 3 weeks, with a mix … Keep Reading
Exercise groups thriving as more retirees choose Raglan lifestyle
Two long-running recreational groups are reaching new heights – one quite literally – as more older people choose to retire in Whaingaroa. … Keep Reading
Girls Rock Aotearoa music programme launches in Kirikiriroa
The first ever To The Front Kirikiriroa holiday programme is coming to Hamilton in the school holidays of July 2024. Born from … Keep Reading
Whaingaroa Writers World at the Old School
It’s official – we are hosting a new programmeme for the year ahead which will include workshops, seminars, writing events, books by … Keep Reading
Chamber Spotlight: Two new GP’s join the Raglan Medical Team
Kia ora! I am thrilled to be working in Raglan as a locum physician for 6 months. What an amazing place! … Keep Reading
Breathing new life into the Sunday Sessions
It’s lucky 13 for Finn Jackson and Jana Wernicke as they take on the mantle of promoting a Raglan institution that hit … Keep Reading
Talking About Mental Health with Ruby Gibbs – creator of the Mental Health Toolbox
Welcome back to the Mental Health column for 2024. This month I spoke with Resa. Resa has lived in Raglan for seven … Keep Reading
Tōkū Kainga Kids with Ruby Gibbs
Tōkū Kainga Kids was started by Bryony Wilson and Ruby Gibbs. We aim to provide a safe, supportive, and encouraging space for … Keep Reading
Careerforce apprentice unlocks potential for neurodiverse youth
Morgen Forbes is a shining light for young people with a range of neurodiverse conditions. … Keep Reading
Catching up with the Raglan Surfing Academy
As we begin a new academic year, we connect with Larry Fisher, who teaches Surfing at Raglan Area School, to learn about … Keep Reading
Introducing: Jayd, A garden company for small spaces
In this months’ feature, the Local Rag chats to the team behind gardening company, Jayd. … Keep Reading
Creativity at Raglan’s IHub: A Spotlight on Anastasia
Summer, so far, has been a refreshing change after the challenges of last year. The village has been bustling with activity and … Keep Reading
Deaf Defying Cunning Stunts at the Hamilton Arts Festival
Penni Bousfield aka Penni Feather was a full time singer in Auckland and Queenstown throughout her 20s and 30s. Penni is hearing … Keep Reading
Whaingaroa Harbour Care closure a wake-up call
It’s a bitter sweet time for Fred Lichtwark as the organisation he’s fronted for nigh on 30 years closed its doors in … Keep Reading