Raglan Chronicle

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Whaingaroa Youth Movement celebrated their 20th anniversary over the weekend as they presented their end of year show, All Under the Same Sky, at the Town Hall. Image thanks to Molly McCabe. Full story on page 5.

corner James /Bow Streets

CHRISTMAS SERVICES

Communion service every Sunday, 9.30am

Church @ Stewart St

Wednesday 21 December – 7pm Blue Christmas (a reflective service for those who are feeling “blue” at Christmas)

Dec 17th 7pm Carols & Christmas Story (see ad,) Dec 25th Christmas Day Service at 9.30am All other Sunday Services at 10am Pastor Nigel Crocombe 825 8276 Mob: 021 295 8325

Christmas Eve 6.00pm – Christmas Carol service Outside the church, but inside if it’s raining!

Christmas Day 9.30am – Eucharistic service

Contact person : Hazel 0221065990

Christmas Carol Servi

A message from Raglan Police

From Linda, Raewyn, and Andrew.

Wow what’s happening in our town? Over the last two weeks alone, there have been 59 offences or incidents that police have attended. This is a marked increase on what was previously being reported during winter and spring.

Last two weeks include but not limited to :

• Attempted Unlawful Taking of Motor Vehicle = 11

• Unlawful Taking of Motor Vehicle = 2

• Burglary = 11

• Theft = 4

• Family Harm incidents = 6

The attempts by offenders to steal your vehicles have definitely increased and have been happening all over the town. Some have been from vehicles parked on the street during the day, typically around the CBD – James St, Bankart St, Stewart St, and Cliff St.

There were also at least eight attempts on vehicles parked in driveways on Upper Wainui Rd, with one being successful, and four attempted on vehicles on Lorenzen Bay Rd, all on the same night/morning. The vehicle that was successfully stolen from Upper Wainui Rd was then used to smash through the front of Raglan Roast West store.

Crime Prevention advice – lock your vehicles even when they are in your driveway, and especially overnight. If you can, garage your vehicles overnight. Use steering wheel locks. Offenders will see the steering wheel lock and will go to the next vehicle that does not have one. If you must leave your vehicle in the driveway overnight, use security lighting and seriously consider installing CCTV security cameras.

Stay safe Raglan, look out for one another and be good to each other. Enjoy Christmas and the holidays. Your Raglan Police Team.

Harry Potter: Raglan Theatre Academy work their magic!

by Leilani Goodall - Images thanks to Amy Hanna

On Saturday, November 26, I had the pleasure of attending the first showing of Raglan Theatre Academy's adaptation of Harry Potter. The hour-and-a-half show was directed by Ruth Hare, props by Amy Hanna and all costumes were designed by Maddie Alexander.

Four sold-out shows were run over the weekend showing the popularity of the Academy's yearly show!

Taking on such an iconic and well-represented story can't be an easy task - but the Raglan Theatre Academy managed to embed twists and turns throughout the story and work their Raglan magic on the piece - which clearly paid off. The amount of work that went into the performance was evident, with every detail being executed with quality and thought.

The costumes and props within the show were once again exceptional, with even a moving car included in the performance! Unfortunately, it was Alexander's last year designing costumes for the Theatre Academy, which she had done for the previous seven years. The amount of experience Alexander has with costume making and designing shone through- with many costumes being so realistic that it was easy to forget that there was a student underneath! From Harry to Dobby - every character was spot on.

The acting in the performance was terrific especially considering I attended the first public showing. The number of characters within the performance was commendable, with the stage full of actors on the curtain call. The age diversity of the actors was also admirable; the actors’ interactions with each other made the differences practically unnoticeable until reflection! Having attended previous academy performances, it is clear how they get more professional and compelling each year.

The size of the Raglan Theatre Academy reflects the excellent work that Ruth Hare does with students, who all seem to thoroughly enjoy being part of the Academy. We previously met with director Ruth Hare and costume designer Maddie Alexander in the November edition of the Local Rag to chat pre-performance. Hare noted that some leading characters were in their 7th or 8th year of the Theatre Academy. This was shown through the skill and confidence of these actors, who have developed so much in such a positive environment!

In summary, the show exceeded all of my expectations. Everyone involved in the performance should be proud, as all of the hard work that went into every aspect of the show paid off. I cannot wait to see what is next in store for the Academy!

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Small Gestures: Alison Simpson - room #28

Elisabeth Denis wants to tell the stories of the residents at Raglan Rest Home and Hospital. Elisabeth wants to show up for someone every month and bring awareness to the community about caring for our elderly and appreciating their memories and wisdom.

WEL comes aboard to remove risk for yachts

by Edith Symes

When I entered room #28, her perfect white bob was resting on her pillow, eyes closed, and her mind seemed to be located on a peaceful cloud somewhere unchartable.

Westlife was blasting to the max, consuming the entirety of the room. I swear the corridor was as quiet as an empty church before I entered. The decor was punctuated by an amalgamation of crucifix, countless memorabilia of all sorts, and one lonely Star of David held on the wall with Blu-tack. Half asleep and puzzled by the sight of an intruder, I pressed pause on her black CD player to explain myself.

The contrast between the crosses and the star was elucidated: a Jewish mother and a Protestant father. At the innocent age of four years old, her mother demanded for her choice to be made. The innumerable crosses in the room and the golden Christian emblem on her neck tells the answer. “I had to cope with a lot of things most young girls don’t have to cope with. Religion kept me safe. I pray every night and if I have a spare minute, I pray. I believe that’s what spare minutes are for, to pray.”

Alison grew up in Onehunga at the end of WW2 when the wharf was mostly populated by Māori fishermen. Young girls were forbidden to approach, speak to, or speculate about Māori people; let alone study te Reo Māori. The prohibited world of Māori culture became a fascination for her, which was translated in to her drawings: often depicting Māori symbols and portraits. School was preferable for Alison because home wasn’t a harmonious

place to inhabit. Reading books was interdicted by her mother, for she feared her daughter would learn too much about the world. Despite the rigidity of the matriarch, Alison was determined to pursue her literary urges. The wardrobe was altered to an unseen secretive library, a cavern of silence. She was deeply interested in cultural differences. In particular, the Indian caste system (the idea of the lowest caste crushed her heart with empathy) and their arranged marriages which were outside of her understanding of love. Tragically, she subsequently found herself in the same position: her mother cherry-picked her daughter’s husband, an English man who was eleven years older than Alison.

At eleven years old, in the middle of the night, strange noises led her all the way to the bathroom to find her mother in a pool of blood, like she’d never seen before. The immediate order was to hold out her hands. He was as big as her two hands and wrapped in a caul. She’d previously read about the rarity of caul births that ignited cultural beliefs around newborns who could possibly hold significant powers. The veil was broken with her small fingers and just like that, she helped deliver her brother. Without any preparation at all, it seemed so natural to her. After the event, the only profession she dreamed of was nursing, and that’s exactly what transpired.

Today, Alison delivers daily cursive writing notes to the cook and nurses at the rest home to show appreciation. “As a child, I wasn’t appreciated for the goodness I did, and so I'm trying to break the circle and put more effort in loving others better.”

Yachties

are set for smoother sailing now that a Waikato-based electricity company has come to the rescue and buried dangerous overhead power lines around their Lorenzen Bay clubhouse.

“It was a constant worry,” says Raglan Sailing Club committee member Ross Henderson who wrote to WEL Networks recently, alerting it to the threat under which the club operated.

He pointed out they were continually trying to avoid contact between aluminium masts and overhead power lines in the marine reserve area.

“We were struggling to operate safely,” Ross told the Chronicle. “We had to have a safety person focused on managing the danger every club day or event, and we were weighing up whether to continue to operate.”

As soon as WEL came out to assess the situation and saw the obvious risk it didn’t hesitate to get the job done, says Ross.

The club never knew at the time just how big the task to underground the powerlines was, he adds. The project’s costs could have been in the order of $100,000 and “no way on God’s earth could we afford to do it”.

There were both private properties and a marine reserve area to be considered, he explains, in a project involving directional

drilling under the estuary. This required various consents and approvals as well as detailed environmental reporting.

The club’s now delighted at the results of the completed project, not least of which means its new Quest sailboat – among others with taller high-performance rigs – can get safely in and out of the water.

“We’ve always been about safety,” Ross insists.

Local yachties formed the sailing club 12 years ago after finding their “flagship” Coast Guard cutter – once stored in the Scout Hall shed in Cliff St – was in danger of being carted off to a Hamilton club.

Since then the club’s accumulated a fleet of more than 20 boats including old Optimists for the young ones, newer open-backed skiffs, and Lasers. It also has a chase boat for safety although, Ross says, there’s a need for one with a more reliable outboard motor.

He describes the assistance from all parties in the project as phenomenal, thanking WEL Networks for coming to the party, Bayonne Construction for the directional drilling and Tuatahi First Fibre for installing the optical cables.

His thanks also go to ward councillor Lisa Thomson, Tainui hapu and Ngati Mahanga for ongoing support. “It makes me proud to be a part of this community,” he adds.

If you want to get involved at Raglan Rest Home and visit or even write letters especially to those without family please get in touch with Raglan Rest Home and Hospital.

Small gestures can make big differences.

Keen young yachties like Harry Carter, pictured above with Ross, are delighted the sailing club continues to operate courtesy of the work done by WEL Networks.

Because we are — All Under the Same Sky

byAmy Rivers

This weekend the Whaingaroa Youth Movement were back to the Town Hall with their latest and 20th show, All Under the Same Sky.

As if in reflection of the performance, which felt like a break in the rain, the skies cleared and we were offered a gap in the clouds. With the stage roofed in upside down umbrellas, it was as if the performers extracted us from the weather of life to immerse us in their understanding of what it means to live in a world that is constantly changing.

Opening with a sequence to Imogen Heap’s ‘Wait it out’, the first group of dancers used their movements to pose questions reflected in the lyrics, “Where do we go from here?”, an apt contemplation after the last few years of disruptions, but also of those moments in time, especially when we are young, and ask ourselves who we are or what next?

Subsequent music, visuals and choreography suggested the value of collaboration, support for one another and companionship as we walk these questions together, but also the importance of making your own path - for example, though cohesive, each dancer performed in their own unique way, often in pairs or smaller groups using deliberate variations on the same movements.

With “Running out of Patience”, the familiar feeling of being in life’s waiting room was so clearly encapsulated, with the dancers running, but not going anywhere and alluding to the hands of a clock that move forward — only to move back again. Haven’t we all felt that we should be progressing but somehow we’re not, that we are blocked or even moving backwards? I remember this feeling being strong when I was younger, but recognise how especially relevant it is after the recent turbulence we are all now recovering from.

“Burden”, a sequence to Ibeyi’s ‘I carried this for years’ offered a stunning visual image of what it is like to carry the impatience and confusion of living (and of youth), along with demonstrating how the WYM creates community with the older dancers working with the younger. This somewhat heavier interlude was followed by an upbeat, joyous sequence “You do You, I’ll do Me”, throughout which the glowing faces of the audience mirrored those of the beaming performers, who brought so much play to their movements. Even more levity came next with the youngest dancers in their gorgeous sequence that reminds us of how simple it is, to just enjoy being - and that they, our youngest, are still some of our greatest teachers — we must put down our burdens in order to find joy.

The concept of finding the threads of who we are within the fabric of us all and the forever changing world around us was clear through the closing three sequences, as the dancers moved in ways that recognised the changing, becoming and adapting required of us as we grow into ourselves - flowing together, moving as one and yet also as individuals.

The show concludes with an uplifting atmosphere and the suggestion that as we are moved by the weather of living; each of us has the capacity to adapt and choose our path both by connecting to what makes us individuals, and what makes us the same. It’s not all sunshine, but we can make it.

The Whaingaroa Youth Movement, led by the brilliant Patti Mitchley and her dedicated team, supported by an expertly curated soundtrack and inspired animation by Ella Green, manage to express their own experiences - of being young people in this world, and yet cleverly at the same time the experiences, thoughts and emotions we all feel as humans on this earth. We are together, yet individual, we feel, move, and express ourselves differently, but we are all under the same sky.

All images thanks to Molly McCabe.

Animal Health Column

Shop local at the Raglan iHub

Are you ready for Christmas? As we enter summer and the festive season ahead, the Raglan Whaingaroa iHub is brimming with local festive ideas to help you with your Christmas shopping list.

Not only is the iHub a community information centre, there is also a huge array of locally made products on offer made with love by local artisans.

Looking for that special and unique condiment to go with your summer party food platter? Then you won’t want to go past ‘Foraged in Raglan’. Check out Bea’s range of delicious goodies from midsummer pickles to festive treats – all made with love using local produce.

Get ready for summer reading for yourself and as gifts with a great selection of local authors’ books on offer for both adults and children. There is also beautiful handmade silver and copper jewellery, as well as earrings from Metal Moon, Labyrinth, Jessica Porch, and FE Rooney.

The Raglan Recycling Co-op always have a great range of upcycled clothing; in store right now is a new collection of fabulous aprons. Di Jennings and Hazel Lewis - part of the co-op team - say ‘all of us love creating something new out of something old’.

You can find all of this and lots more shopping ideas at the iHub, open 7 days a week 10am – 3pm daily. Our iHub volunteers would love to help you choose the perfect local gift for your whanau and friends.

For more online information you can find us @raglanihub and www.raglanihub.nz or email info@raglanihub.nz

Photo: From left, Di Jennings, Hazel Lewis and Maureen Dellow.

The festive season is here! It’s the time for giving and spending time with our loved ones. Through the festivities we need to be vigilant of our pets, avoid sharing human food, keeping toxins away from them.

Animals digest and metabolize food differently to humans, some food that is ok for us might be poisonous to them; our pets can also get pancreatitis from fatty and rich foods.

Common festive food that’s dangerous for our pets:

• Chocolate

• Fruitcake and Christmas pudding

• Alcohol and Caffeine

• Avocados

• Macadamias

• Onion’s, chives and garlic

• Pips seeds (peaches plums persimmons and apples)

• Xylitol (common ingredient in sugarless treats sugarless gum)

• Corn cobs

• Turkey skin /pork cracking

• Grapes

If you think your pet has eaten anything dangerous, call your vet immediately.

Things you can do instead.

• Freeze pet food or put treats inside toys for them to gradually eat.

• Walks or playing games with a toy is a great way of making sure they get the attention they need.

We also need to be vigilant this time of year when decorating our homes; use decorations that are pet safe - tinsel can be accidentally ingested and be a costly surgery; make sure your tree is safe and avoid toxic plants (lilies); make sure animals can’t reach/chew electrical cables or lights; be careful of sharp decorations/ornaments, and make sure trees are secure, off the ground, and any presents are not reachable.

Anexa Raglan wish you and your pets a Merry Christmas and a big thank you to Georgie and Iain, they will be greatly missed in the Anexa team and community.

Budgeting for your pet’s veterinary care

In recent times, budgeting has become more important. Our pets are part of our families, particularly cats, dogs, and rabbits. Their care is not optional; therefore, we need to allow for their healthcare within the household budget. Access to the vet, an annual health check, routine vaccinations, dental care, quality pet food, and flea and worm treatments are all high priorities for your pet to live a long and healthy life.

Anexa Vets are passionate about your pets. We want what is best for them. We have been working on a solution to make veterinary requirements more accessible. After listening to clients and considering the items on their wish list, we can now offer the BUNDLE pet plan.

BUNDLE pet plan is available to cats, dogs, and rabbits of all ages from the 12th December 2022. It includes a pet’s key veterinary care in an affordable monthly payment plan for less hassle and more joy. It offers the freedom of unlimited vet visits, and the peace of mind that the annual health care needs are covered, including unlimited consults, annual health

check including bloodwork and urine analysis, routine vaccinations, microchips and NZCAR registration, nail clips, and discounts on surgery, dental care, pet food, flea and worm treatments*.

Our vets take pride in tailoring each pet’s healthcare to the individual pet’s needs; it was essential to the team that BUNDLE did not override what was best for the pet. We had to be thoughtful about what was included. For example, medications have been excluded so the vet can provide the client and patient with the best options for their situation.

Anexa Vets are excited to be able to offer BUNDLE pet plan to our clients. The old adage “Prevention is better than cure” runs true in the veterinary world. A general rule of thumb is the sooner you identify a disease, the better the outcome for the pet – by taking the barrier away from seeing the vet, we hope to drive even better outcomes for our patients. For more information regarding BUNDLE, visit our website, or chat with one of our friendly team.

*detailed list of inclusions available www.anexa. co.nz/bundle

Recycling depot upgrade for rural residents

from Xtreme Zero Waste

The Te Uku recycling depot is getting a council upgrade but this means it will be CLOSED for works for two weeks from Monday, December 5.

We are asking rural residents to hold on to recyclables for this time, and then come and enjoy the new safer, cleaner, more accessible facilities when council re-opens this space. Please bring pre-paid bags to Xtreme Zero Waste, Okete Rd or Maungatawhiri Rd depots. Additionally, the Te Mata recycling depot is on the move to a safer location away from the school. This will be available for recyclables this summer. Thanks for your patience.

Some extra good news to share, Xtreme Zero Waste are also starting a pre-paid bags collection on some rural roads. On Monday 12, and every Monday afterwards (incl. public holidays) we will be picking up pre-paid bags from the kerb along Okete Rd, Bridal Creek Rd, Hauroto Bay Rd, Checkley Rd, Matakotea Rd, Wrights Rd & Te Mata Rd (up to and including the village) *The main road cannot be serviced due to the high speed limit* This service is run by Xtreme, NOT part of your rates.

Any questions please call us in the Xtreme office 07 825 6509.

The Te Uku recycling depot will be closed for two weeks while the site is upgraded.

Police dogs

Museum Exhibition: Through The Lens

Aphotographic

Images have been pouring in from local amateur photographers of scenes from all around Raglan Whaingaroa and surrounding districts. Some outstanding photos have been received, from people of all ages.

All submissions will be shown on a large TV screen slideshow, with many printed out for a collage style pin board.

Selected images will be featured in frames or canvas prints.

Come and check out this exhibition over the summer holidays.

Museum is open 10am - 3pm Monday to Friday, and 10am – 5pm on weekends.

Raglan Bowls Update

Winners

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exhibition opens at Raglan Museum this weekend, and will be on display all summer.

from Raglan Museum

Photo by Nicky Stewart

Ten teams competed on a glorious day in our mixed pairs event.

of the main event were Heather Dalbeth and Murray Eddy, from Bev McDavitt-Whyte and Gavin Crowley.

Plate Event was won by Alan Price and Raewyn Falconer, from Les Schlager and

Colleen Parkes, another new bowler. Some very close games were played over the day and great to see our new bowlers doing so well.

team in white tops were the winners and runners-up of the main event, and the team mainly in blue were the winners and runner-up of the plate event.

Aces High at Golf Club

by Peter Aim

Whenever you are playing golf, it’s always handy to have an ace or two up your sleeve!

As Ken Shea stood on the par 3, 15th hole a few weeks back, he had no idea he was about to unleash one of his aces! The ball sailed over the estuary, across the 135 metre fairway and landed surprisingly in the hole, in one shot!!

An Ace in golf terms! Ken, the current men’s club champion, has won many titles and tournaments over the years but never an ace.

Forming a golf guard of honour his club mates helped Ken celebrate the moment. Off the tee...

Te Mata School students take part in Rippa World Cup

ART ATTACK : Miriam Collins makes jewels out of juggernauts

By local ceramic artist Sarah Bing

On Tuesday, November 29, a group of Year 5 and 6 girls from Te Mata School took part in a Rippa World Cup Festival in Hamilton, run by Waikato Women's Rugby.

Teams from different schools were assigned countries and encouraged to dress up in their Flag colours - Te Mata were Fiji. The girls had the chance to meet 2 Black Ferns, Awhina TangenWainohu and Kennedy Simon and play against them too. It was a fun day of sportsmanship, music and getting outside and giving it a go. Go team Fiji!

At first glance, Miriam's illustrative works are a delightful melange of rich jewel tones, animalistic themes and graphic iconography, but she provides lots of useful clues to help the viewer into the work.

“A lot of my art is about the inner life…connecting to nature, each other, our inner selves, safe spaces, reflecting on movement through time and layers of reality. These all really interest me.”

Miriam spent her formative years here in Raglan, always wanting to return to the happy memories of a nurturing community.

After stints studying fine art, politics and economics, and WWOOFing and working around the world she returned here post covid with a determination to commit to the artistic practice which has provided lifelong nourishment.

Her illustrations often come to her as fully formed images inspired by time spent in nature.

Once a vision comes, Miriam puts ink to paper drawing the outlines, uploading this into digital format and filling it with that gorgeous zingy colour palette.

She enjoys working quickly, and is enthusiastic about the process of cocreating commissions - something she engages in more these days.

Give her 7-10 words and she creates a work for you around her interpretation of those words.

Her previous work was black and white and heavily detailed, but Miriam is relishing the freedom of her current process.

“I’ve stopped using black completely [and] working digitally has allowed me to really build that confidence around colour, something which would have taken a lot longer were I working in an analogue way.”

And in the future?

“I have ideas that I’d like to animate at some point, a workbook helping the user connect with nature and their own creativity. And, of course, the idea of collaborating in different ways is really exciting to me. I feel creating is essential, like water, it gives me a vehicle by which to navigate the beauty, mystery and everything in between that life holds.”

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@bittersweetjoy

Miriam Collins with ‘Abundant Life’

Ken Shea received a golf guard of honour from his club mates.

RAGLAN 8A Gilmour Street

Sweet Spot!

This is the perfect location to enjoy quiet time away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. This original kiwi Bach has stood the test of time and been a cherished holiday spot for generations. 8a Gilmour features a well appointed, comfortable, homely three bedroom,

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RAGLAN 21 Cliff Street

Pristine Position

This may be the best positioned waterfront property in Raglan. The 1062m2 section allows for all day sun, shade or shelter. Large outdoor living areas on either side of the four-bedroom two-bathroom home with designer kitchen make this property perfect for entertaining or enjoying quiet moments. This property has a great shed with ample room for vehicles, boats, or a workshop and mature plantings that are well established and easy care.

Step out the front gate into the tide and enjoy a kayak, paddleboard, swim, or a fish. Lifelong treasured memories are what 21 Cliff Street is all about.

pggwre.co.nz/HAM36999

4 2 4 DEADLINE PRIVATE TREATY GST Inclusive (Unless Sold Prior) Closes 4.00pm, Wednesday 14 December VIEW 2.00-3.00pm, Saturday 10 December E richard.thomson@pggwrightson.co.nz M 027 294 8625

Richard Thomson

December Live and Local

Lawrence Arabia Tours the Developed World

This November, Lawrence Arabia released ‘The Developed World’, a song about the cognitive dissonance of living amid relative privilege in a world that seems to be going to hell.

In mindful celebration of this freedom, Lawrence and his band are touring this part of the developed world this December, specifically the parts whose scheduled Chant Darling shows were cancelled earlier this year due to the Covid pandemic, plus a visit to his home ground, The 03, with his tail between his legs.

We’re up to the final Live & Local for the year! Live & Local concerts run on the second Friday of the month, showcasing local performers. This month’s acts are: Matt Kambic, Wilkie Mac with Krissy Jackson, and The Blister Sisters.

Inspired by such artists as James Taylor, Gordon Lightfoot, and Dan Fogelberg, Raglan singer-songwriter Matt Kambic will be performing original compositions at December’s Live & Local, accompanied by Raglan muso Brian Wilson for a number or two. If you appreciate the kind of laid-back sound enjoyed back in the day, when records spun on a spindle and a quiet tune reflected a quiet muse, Matt’s your man.

WilkieMac duo (Lynne Wilkins and Michael Mackinnon) are long-time members of the Raglan music scene and have just completed 2 new CDs, due to be released early next year. One is a collection of Lynne’s songs and tunes, and the other of favourite covers. Songs from both these CDs will feature in the set. Krissy

Jackson, who is much in demand as one of the top fiddle players on the NZ folk scene, will be joining them on fiddle and vocals.

The Blister Sisters ukulele group formed two years ago out of a couple of local Timebank beginners’ ukulele workshops. Having played a few parties, they made their proper stage debut in the Live & Local NZ Music Month Special in May. They’re back for their second full spot this month, with a set of mostly 60s hits. They say, “The ukulele playing may be basic, but we promise to look frocking gorgeous!”

Live & Local will resume in February next year (no concert January). Contact the Old School Arts Centre if you’re interested in performing in 2023. Spots are paid and music, comedy, poetry are all welcome.

Live & Local is possible with the support of Waikato District Creative Communities, Raglan Light & Sound and Mark Frost (Bayley’s Real Estate)

Live & Local Raglan Old School

Friday December 9, 7.30, doors open 7pm

Koha entry

Lawrence Arabia is the pseudonym of Christchurch, New Zealand-born singer-

songwriter James Milne. Since the release of his first album in 2006, he has become one of the pre-eminent figures of New Zealand’s musical landscape, releasing five critically acclaimed and garlanded solo albums alongside a variety of diverse collaborative work.

Audiences can expect to hear songs from Lawrence Arabia’s extensive catalogue, as well as being treated to brand new songs.

Lawrence Arabia Tours the Developed World: Saturday December 10, The Yard, Raglan. Tickets from: www.lawrencearabia.com/tour

While the factors driving the housing market activity have shifted with the seasons, there’s one thing you can count on. With a unique blend of expertise, international networks and a suite of innovative marketing tools, Bayleys is the agency for all your property needs.

Residential, commercial, rural and lifestyle – we deliver the best results. Get in touch:

Mark Frost 022 150 2244 mark.frost@bayleys.co.nz

Graham Rope 021 222 7427 graham.rope@bayleys.co.nz

Michelle O’Byrne 021 969 878 michelle.obyrne@bayleys.co.nz

Stephen O’Byrne 021 969 848 stephen.obyrne@bayleys.co.nz

Residential / Commercial / Rural / Property Services

from Raglan Old School Arts Centre

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Wilkie Mac

Wilkie Mac

Camouflaged by lush, mature bush and native trees. A verandah leads the way into the open-plan lounge with a wood-burner fire. Decking on both sides of the lounge enables you to capture sun in the morning and end the day. A well-appointed kitchen provides for easy family interaction. Three double bedrooms are serviced by a family bathroom and separate toilet. An extra and very spacious fourth bedroom comes complete with its own toilet. The separate garage is double with an extra room attached. The 4391 sqm grounds are pretty and bordered by a stream, they also include a fenced paddock - ideal for the family sheep or horse. Our owners are packing, relocating and have told me to sell today!!!!

Julie Hanna 027 441 8964

perfect person would;

be a great all-round communicator, and provide first class customer service to our office visitors and team members as their primary focus

have a good level of competency when it comes to all things computers and standard software packages

enjoy being busy doing a wide range of office tasksand learning a whole lot of new things along the way

be happy to work independently and maintain a proactive approach to ensure the office runs efficiently

are looking for someone who can work approximately 25 hours per week, with some flexibility around your working days and hours to suit changing demands. We offer a fun work environment with good remuneration for the right person. Please send a cover letter and your CV to denise.whitfield@raywhite.com

This four-bedroom home on the outskirts of Raglan in the exclusive Three Streams subdivision is sure to resonate with families. Brick construction gives a nod to low-maintenance living and the 6708sqm section is immaculately groomed, perfect for outdoor relaxation and entertaining. Kids and pets have loads of room to play with the large paddock to the rear of the property perfect for a few sheep or a pony. You also have your very own half-court! The home’s 186sqm-plus footprint is thoughtfully laid out, kitchen and dining mingle in a borderless, light-filled space that opens outdoors. Perfectly situated on a family-friendly lane, it is only a few minutes drive from Raglan and all it has to offer!

Blair Hanna 021 0200 8282

Julie Hanna 027 441 8964

91 Waitetuna Valley Road Waitetuna

7A Three Streams Raglan

23 Main Road Raglan

This expansive home offers the space families crave. Boasting five double bedrooms and two bathrooms, with a modern highly-functional kitchen this home is perfect as both a permanent residence or holiday home. Enviably positioned on a central prominent corner site in popular and sought-after Raglan, only a short walk to the vibrant cafes and shops. With ample space for parking, including the boat, the established low-maintenance gardens complement the home perfectly. Ideal for entertaining family and friends or relaxing after a long week. Soak up the sunset from the deck enjoying expansive views of Mount Karioi, complete with an outdoor dining area and brazier, pizza oven and bbq. Concept plans are available for the proposed deck and veranda extension. Reluctant to leave such an exclusive spot but nonetheless committed to the next chapter in their lives, our vendors are selling. Contact Melanie today! rwraglan.co.nz/RAG30187

18 Violet Street Raglan

section of just over 1-acre with wonderful views of the ocean. Tucked away with many established native trees and plantings as well as fruit and nut trees including avocado and macadamia. There are some great spots where you could build your dream home, or alternatively nestle some cabins amongst the trees for a real off-grid escape. There is a caravan on site for your benefit, to use whilst building or for the first of many memorable holidays. This is a one in a million opportunity, for anyone in love with nature, tranquility and the great outdoors!

Raglan 6 Tunarau Street

Make your move

With the owners moving overseas, this section presents an opportunity to secure a great section at an affordable price for you to then build your dream home upon. The section doesn't require much excavation or retaining in comparison to some, is high on a hill, yet is somewhat sheltered from the prevailing westerly winds. There are some rural views and with many of the surrounding sections now complete with new homes it is easier to see how your new home might fit this situation. The section size is 415m2. There has been a geotechnical report done on the site in preparation for a transportable home.

For Sale Buyers $610,000+

View By appointment Web pb.co.nz/RGL110175

Mark Crarer M 027 433 6083

For Sale Buyers $475,000+

View By appointment Web pb.co.nz/RGU110157

Mark Crarer M 027 433 6083

Debbie Crarer M 027 253 6344

Raglan 60A Government Road

Open Home

Raglan - Proud to be here

Luxury living

Sitting in pride of place at the top of Government Road, this four bedroom executive home exudes quality. Built in 2008 by well renowned local builder Mike McGowan, the craftsmanship and attention to detail are evident throughout. Greeted by large custom made decorative steel gates, the property feels grand and secure. The house is perfectly situated to capture the morning sunshine with stunning views out over native bush. Private and peaceful - this home is truly gorgeous. The interior offers luxurious and contemporary living. The open plan living / dining area flow seamlessly into a chef style kitchen, featuring a gas cook top and two independent wall ovens. There is also a second living space with large glass bifold doors that open out to a sheltered patio, creating another intimate area to entertain. A heat pump has been installed to keep you cosy in winter and cool over summer. The home is fitted with an alarm. The master bedroom suite feels like a luxury retreat. With a walk in wardrobe, ensuite and large sliding doors that open out to the wrap around deck, overlooking native bush. The four double bedrooms are generous in size and three of them also open to the deck.

Open Home

4 2 2 2

For Sale By Negotiation

View Sat 10 Dec 12.00 - 12.30pm Sun 11 Dec 12.00 - 12.30pm Web pb.co.nz/RGU110667

Jono Hutson M 021 488 766 E jono.hutson@pb.co.nz

New Listing

Location is key

This cute two bedroom home is centrally located, with a short easy stroll to Raglans cafes, beaches and the wharf. Set back from the road, this home is perfectly situated to capture the morning sunshine. The north facing deck makes entertaining easy as it flows inside to an open plan kitchen/living area. The space is light and open. Boasting two bedrooms, a bathroom and a separate toilet, this home is a blank canvas ready for the new owners to make their mark. Fully fenced, insulation and heatpump, this home is move-in ready. Viewing is encouraged.

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For Sale $835,000

View Sun 11 Dec 1.00 - 1.30pm

Web pb.co.nz/RGU110126

Privacy, seclusion and birdsong

• Arguably one of the best sites in the development, Lot 455 is located in “The Sanctuary”.

• This generous 930sqm freehold section, is located at the end of a private lane.

• One of the most secluded locations in the development, this unique site offers established native plantings and estuary views.

• Another very unique feature to this site, unlike any in the development is the additional land area included.

• For more information, call today !

For Sale Buyers $650,000+

View By appointment Web pb.co.nz/RGU111735

Jono Hutson M 021 488 766

Jono Hutson M 021 488 766

Raglan 20 James Street

Raglan 455 Waipatukahu Lane

what’s on

CROP SWAP.

FIRST AND THIRD SUNDAYS OF THE MONTH. 9.30 -10.30am at Bowling Club, James Street Bring anything from kitchen or garden to swap – seedlings, plants, produce, preserves, baking. It’s not direct swapping, we share abundance, and everyone gets a bit of everything! All welcome.

CHURCH @ STEWART ST: Dec 17th 7pm Carols & Christmas Story (see ad,), Dec 25th Christmas Day Service at 9.30am, All other Sunday Services at 10am. Pastor Nigel Crocombe 825 8276 Mob: 021 295 8325

SURFSIDE CHURCH SERVICES: Sunday 18th Dec Christmas Service and lunchRaglan Area School Hall 10am | Christmas Day Service - Te Uku Church 10am | New Years Day ServiceRaglan Area School Hall 10am.

ART STUDIO - GALLERY / BUGWORKS

CREATIVE Work by Ross Thornton Jones & Isa June - 1 Bay View Road, Raglan.

ST PETERS ANGLICAN CHURCH CHRISTMAS SERVICES:

Wednesday 21 December 7pm –Blue Christmas (a reflective service for those who are feeling “blue” at Christmas) | Christmas Eve 6.00pm – Christmas Carol service. Outside the church, but inside if it’s raining! | Christmas Day 9.30am – Eucharistic service. Contact person : Hazel 0221065990

RAGLAN MUSIC AND DANCE FEST

Raglan Town Hall, Sturday 10 December, 3-6pm, Celebrating the colourful culture in Waikato through dance and showcasing some of the best young original music performers from Waikato! It is a free, family-friendly event.

WED 14 DEC

RAGLAN RAMBLERS

9am from James St near Wallis St - Matira Farm, Te Akau – bring lunch

gig guide

LIVE & LOCAL, Raglan Old School Friday December 9, 7.30, doors open 7pm, Koha entry

FRI 9 DEC @ YOT CLUB: Best Bets, Ratso, The Situations-Rock, Alternative SAT 10 DEC @ THE YARD: Lawrence Arabia Tours the Developed World: , The Yard, Raglan.

Pine $200 / Blackwood $205/ Gum $210 Ph: 021 0771524

45 Bow Street, Raglan

• Low Cost Counselling

• Free Budget Service

• Drop-in Lounge

• OpShop

• Rooms for Hire

• Justice of the Peace

• Alcohol & Drug Services

• Youth Programs

Notice of herbicide use

Waikato Regional Council advises that herbicide may be used on public land throughout the Waikato region from now until December 2023 for the control of species listed in the Waikato Regional Pest Management Plan.

The work will be carried out in accordance with the Waikato Regional Plan by biosecurity pest plant staff and/or contractors. A spray plan is available on request.

Herbicides which may be used, and their HSNO classes, include (but are not limited to):

• Associate 600WDG: 6.3B, 6.4A, 9.1A, 9.2A

• Conquest/Tordon Brushkiller: 3.1D, 6.1D, 6.3B, 6.4A, 6.5B, 6.9B, 9.1A, 9.2A, 9.3C

• Garlon 360: 3.1C, 8.1A, 6.1D, 8.3A, 6.5B, 6.9B, 9.1A, 9.2A, 9.3C

• Glysphosate 360/Weedmaster G360: 6.1D, 6.4A, 9.1B

• Green glyphosate 510: 6.3A 6.4A, 9.1B

WED 21 DEC RAGLAN

• Information Technology Support Please contact us for more information Ph: 825 8142 info@raglancommunity house.org.nz raglancommunityhouse. org.nz

RAMBLERS

9am from James St near Wallis Stlocal walk from 5c Waikowhai Place with pre Christmas pot lunch and games

5 Stewart St, Raglan

WHAT'S ON

SPIRIT OF CHRISTMAS EXHIBITION-SALE

Penguin Swim School is running a 6 day intensive swim school in Raglan from Sunday 22nd – Friday 27th January 2023. This school is open to children from 5 – 12 years old. For more information and enrolment details please email Justine at penguinswimschool@outlook.com

• Grazon: 6.1D, 6.3B, 6.4A, 6.5B, 6.9B, 9.1A, 9.2A, 9.3C

Haloxyfop 100: 6.1E, 6.4A, 6.9B, 9.1B, 9.1D

• Unimaz 250SL: 6.3B, 6.4A, 9.1A, 9.2A

• Vigilant II: 6.5B, 6.9B

• X-Tree Wet & Dry: 6.1E, 6.4A, 6.5B, 6.9B, 9.1A, 9.2A For more information,

www.waikatoregion.govt.nz

– TILL 11 DECEMBER

An eclectic array of local arts & crafts $5 - $500 – something for everyone! 10am – 4pm every day.

HULA HOOP CLASS – WEDNESDAYS Drop-in class, hula hoops provided. 6-7pm. Last class for the year 14 December. Call Evelyn for more details, 0220783889

LIVE AND LOCAL – FRIDAY 9 DECEMBER

A showcase for local performers, from songwriters to comedy – this month featuring Matt Kambic, Blister Sisters and Wilkie Mac with Krissy Jackson. 7.30-9.30pm, doors open 7pm. Koha entry. Licensed bar and café open.

RAGLAN CREATIVE MARKET – SUNDAY 11 DECEMBER 10am – 2pm at the Old School Arts Centre on Stewart St. For more info - www. raglanmarket.com

BEST WEST CLAY FEST – SATURDAY 28 JAN

A family fun day celebrating all things clay, 10am – 3pm. Save the date, more details coming soon

REGULAR EVENTS

Ragtimers Ukulele Group Weekly on Wed, 4pm (restarts Feb)

Clay Shed Members’ Night Weekly on Wed, 5-7pm (closed Dec 28, Jan 4)

Karioi Quilters Monthly on 2nd Thurs, 10.30am (restarts Feb)

Raglan Art Group Monthly on 1st Fri, 10am (restarts Feb)

LOCATION OF DEFIBRILLATORS IN RAGLAN

Defibrillators can save lives in the event of an accident or medical emergency. Here is where they are located in Raglan.

24 HOURS:

St John Raglan (11 Wainui Road)

Raglan Club (22 Bow Street)

Raglan Holiday Park (61 Marine Parade)

Enabling Housing Supply Variation 3 to the Proposed Waikato District Plan

Summary of Submissions

Waikato District Council has prepared a summary of decisions requested by persons making submissions on the Enabling Housing Supply Variation 3 to the Proposed Waikato District Plan (‘the summary’) and is now calling for further submissions. The summary is being notified in accordance with clause 7 of Schedule 1 of the Resource Management Act 1991.

All submissions and the summary can be inspected from 5 December 2022 on Council’s consultation page https://www.waikatodistrict.govt.nz/variation3, Council’s website www.waikatodistrict.govt.nz and at the following locations during normal opening hours: Waikato District Council - 15 Galileo Street, Ngaruawahia

• Huntly Area Office and Public Library - 142 Main Street, Huntly Raglan Area Office and Library - 7 Bow Street, Raglan

• Ngaruawahia Library - 4 Jesmond Street, Ngaruawahia

Te Kauwhata Library - 1 Main Road, Te Kauwhata

• Tuakau Area office - 2 Dominion Road, Tuakau

Tuakau Library - 72 George Street, Tuakau

The following persons may make a further submission: a) any person representing a relevant aspect of the public interest, and b) any person that has an interest in Variation 3 to the Proposed Waikato District Plan greater than the interest that the general public has; and c) the local authority itself.

A further submission can only be made on an original submission or a submission point.

MOVIES

MUNCH

(Exempt | 90 mins)

Sat 3 Dec 5pm

Backgammon Club Monthly on last Fri, 6pm (restarts Feb) subject to availability

GOOD LUCK TO YOU, LEO GRANDE (M | 97 mins) Sat 3 Dec 8pm

Door sales 30min prior raglanmovies.co.nz

Contact 825 0023 | info@raglanartscentre.co.nz | https://www.raglanartscentre.co.nz/

The Institute of Awesome (5B Whaanga Road)

Raglan Surf Life Saving Club (Ngarunui Beach)outside wall of the club (downstairs) that public can access 24/7 when they phone 111 for the lock combination.

WORK HOURS:

Raglan Gym (32 Bow Street)

Raglan Medical Centre (9 Wallis Street)

Raglan Police (3 Wi Neera Street)

Xtreme Zero Waste (186 Te Hutewai Road)

Raglan Surf Life Saving Club (Ngarunui Beach)

Raglan Coastguard (Raglan Wharf)

Camp Raglan (578 Wainui Road)

e-Coast Marine Consulting (18 Calvert Road)

Poihākena Marae - Yellow Cabinet (222 Wainui Road)

This info can be found on https://aedlocations.co.nz/ or the AED app. You can download it for free on your phone.

M11506

Further submissions must be in the format of RMA Form 6 and must state whether or not you wish to be heard. Paper forms for further submissions may be obtained from Council offices or downloaded from the website.

Any person who lodges a further submission with the Council must, within 5 working days of doing so, serve a copy of it on the person who made the original submission.

All further submissions must be received no later than 19 December 2022 by Waikato District Council at one of the following addresses for service:

By e-mail to: districtplan@waidc.govt.nz

By post to: Waikato District Council, Private Bag 544, Ngaruawahia 3742

By delivery to: Any of the Waikato District Council offices or libraries listed above.

G J Ion Chief Executive 0800 492 452 www.waikatodistrict.govt.nz www.facebook.com/WaikatoDistrictCouncil

Introducing Helen & Cass

Helen West is the hub of the busy Raglan branch. 'Property Brokers are family run', she says, 'It feels like we are all part of that family’ . Born in a small Cotswolds village in England and having lived and worked in South Africa, Germany and Sweden she brings a wealth of knowledge and skill. "I came to Raglan with my husband on the very first day we arrived in New Zealand 15 years ago and now we are lucky enough to live here,' Helen explains, 'I love the beach, the smalltown community, the people, and I love my job.' She enjoys competing in dog agility events around the country and has just passed her full motorbike licence. Exploring, camping and getting out with her dogs are her favourite things.

Property Brokers Raglan 25 Bow Street 07 825 7170 raglan@pb.co.nz

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I came to Raglan on the first day of Covid lockdown in March 2020 to isolate with friends, who soon became like family. Shortly afterwards I met my partner and now I am happy to call Raglan home’, says Cassie Meissner, who comes from Halle, Germany. Cassie is one of the two Admins who keep Property Brokers

Raglan running 7 days a week. Cassie loves ‘being in nature’, and what better place to do it. She enjoys surfing and hiking, spending time with friends and family and is also completing a Master's Degree in Business Informatics. ‘I like being part of the fun team at Property Brokers, there is a good atmosphere and we learn together’, she says. ‘I love working locally and being part of the community’ .

Helen Cassie

Helen & Akela

Cassie