Surf film features big kahunas of the waves
It’s been 20 years in the making but the historical surf film AI. Tearoa is sure to hit all the right waves.
Neighbours Whaingaroa
Throughout March, communities across Aotearoa will be connecting, sharing and celebrating their neighbourhoods as part of Neighbours Aotearoa (formerly Neighbours Day Aotearoa). The 2025
Artist Zasha Skye to Lead RAW’s The Hatch Exhibition
The Raglan Arts Weekend (RAW) may seem like months away for some, but a lot of significant mahi is being done behind the scenes
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
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
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
Raglan mushroom farm launches brain-boosting supplements
Raglan mushroom farm, Mushrooms by the Sea, well-known for its gourmet mushrooms, has embarked on an ambitious new venture in the world
A new generation of ōi chicks takes flight
As the new year kicks off, the Karioi Project team are relieved to have made it through another busy ōi season, getting
Introducing Raglan Sewing Service
Meet Raglan Business Chambers latest member and local resident Gila Cohen. We chatted to her about her Business Raglan Sewing Service and
Waikato Screen brings film action to the region
The Waikato region is about to make a significant mark on the international movie industry, thanks to the efforts of Waikato Screen,
Banking on sand dune restoration
Tainui hapū advocate for the environment Angeline Greensill can explain the importance of a dune so simply that even kids can understand
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