Raglan Community Radio Marks 30 Years of Local Sounds and Spirit
Raglan Community Radio, the voice of Whaingaroa, is celebrating 30 years on air. The community is invited to join the milestone celebration, hosted by
Raw another roaring success
Whilst some people around the country were indulging in gardening over Labour Weekend as is tradition in NZ, Raglan locals and visitors were immersing
Artist making a splashwith mural makeover
Raglan’s water reservoir facelift is underway and the community are invited to pick the creative brains of local muralist Theo Arraj as he tackles
5.99% – as good as it looks?
An already slow autumn housing market is heading into winter and NZ owned challenger bank SBS (Southland Building Society) has come out
So Floral: Making It Work
Meet Sophia, the owner of So Floral. Creator of earthy, unique and creative floral pieces.
Celebrating the past with pizazz at Zinnia
Raglan’s very own treasure trove Zinnia is a tribute to owner Marie Nicholls’ love for vintage and retro.
Talking to Raglan Botanical & Anya Silver Jewellery
The Local Rag hears from Fabi Henderson owner of Raglan Botanical and Anya Silver Jewellery about her path in business and her
Talking About Mental Health
This month I sat down with Wanda Barker, an artist and retired social worker and therapist. Wanda creates in Little Hill Studios,
Whāingaroa YouthWORK Collective Ngā Whakaruruhau Māhuri
For this edition of the Whāingaroa Youthwork Collective – Ngā Whakaruruhau Māhuri Rangatahi Page, Matua Joe chats to Luna De La Cruz.
Annual Hurley Boardriders Teams Championships in Whangamata
The annual Hurley Boardriders Teams Championships was held on April 13th to 14th in Whangamata in great waves.
Top talent coming together for writing workshops
A spiring and experienced writers have the chance to spend a few days learning and working with some of the best in
Sculptor’s work taking off
Zane MacDonald’s side hustle is attracting plenty of attention and helping him achieve his ultimate goal of taking to the skies.
Rising star from Raglan set to shine at Miss Vintage Australasia
Jo Tweedie, a rising star in the vibrant 1950s pin up scene, is poised to take the stage representing New Zealand next
Coffee roasting a growing niche industry about town
Raglan Roast may be a name on people’s lips around much of the country these days but no fewer than three backyard
New Zealand Junior Surfing Team Readies for World Champs
A fresh-faced New Zealand Junior Surfing Team is about to touch down in El Salvador ready to tackle the World Junior Championship this
Wills & States: Check out these FAQs
When somebody dies, the paperwork involved in the administration of a loved one’s estate can be daunting for the family, let alone
Vet reluctantly moving on from water’s-edge sanctuary
Longtime local vet Shane Massey reckons lounging in the spa pool with a beer at his water’s edge Raglan West home, and
Chats with Karen Holmes and Chris Aitchison from the Volunteer Raglan Fire Brigade
Our Volunteering in Whāingaroa series showcases volunteer-run groups in Raglan.
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