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Artists set to open doors

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“Warkworth Toyota assists with Goat Island and Kawau Island and we decided this year it would be good to run our first event at Leigh,” Thompson said.

“We will be hosting snorkelling, swimming, mini-games, access to the Discovery Centre and lots of other fun things to do.

“Goat Island is a great place to have in our community and for us to be part of. We want children to know how we can maintain our environment and how we look after it for the next generation.”

She added that she hoped this would be the first of several such activities.

“I want Warkworth Toyota to be part of more community events and there is scope and opportunity to look at other sites and activities in the future.”

The Goat Island Kiwi Guardians day is free, but reservations would be appreciated for catering and activity purposes –info and registration here: https://www. eventbrite.com/e/warkworth-toyotas-goatisland-kiwi-guardians-adventure-daytickets-516353275547

Artists and makers in and around Mangawhai will again be throwing open their doors to the public for the annual Mangawhai Art Trail next month. This year’s event takes place over the weekend of February 25 and 26 and, as ever, will showcase the diverse range of artistic activity that takes place throughout the community, from painting and drawing through photography and pottery to sculpture and jewellery making. Venues also cover all bases, from galleries and shops to studios and garden sheds, with visitors able to see many artists at work creating new pieces. Maps and guides will be available in the coming weeks – follow Mangawhai Artists on Facebook or visit www.mangawhaiartists.co.nz for details.

Leigh Sawmill talk at museum

Everything from logging to live music will be on the menu when a talk on the Life and Times of the Leigh Sawmill takes place at Warkworth Museum next month. The talk will be presented by Carolyn Cooper, a descendant of the early Leigh settlers with a keen interest in the history of the coastal community. She will tell the history of the old mill, which was first established by the Wyatt family at the head of the harbour in the 1800s before it moved to its present location in Pakiri Road in the 1930s, where it stayed until it was converted into a bar, café and live music venue 40 years ago. The Tea & Talk session will take place at 10am on Friday, February 10 at Warkworth Museum. Bookings essential – email warkworthmuseum@xtra.co.nz

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