Signing off on water tower mural makeover
Whāingaroa,Raglan Destination Management Organisation (WRDMO) invites the community to celebrate the completion of the community-led water tower mural project.
It’s all grow for simpleRaglan roadside stall
They say timing is everything, and Raglan West resident Matt Stockton wouldn’t disagree.
Surf lifeguards respond to several major incidents over busy weekend
It has been a busy weekend for surf lifeguards across the country who undertook 11 rescues and responded to several other significant incidents.
Weaving a future in chocolate with Raglan Chocolate
When you buy your bog standard bar of choccy, you don’t often think about where it all comes from and what goes
Mullets Matter
It’s the return of The Mullet Matters, a fundraising campaign in support of the Mental Health Foundation of New Zealand.
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.
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
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.
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
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
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!
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
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
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
Careerforce apprentice unlocks potential for neurodiverse youth
Morgen Forbes is a shining light for young people with a range of neurodiverse conditions.
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
Introducing: Jayd, A garden company for small spaces
In this months’ feature, the Local Rag chats to the team behind gardening company, Jayd.
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
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