Raglan Chronicle

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Raglan Police report

From Linda, Raewyn, and Andrew.

Sushi Raglan

Raglan Medical Practice Hours (by appointment)

Monday - Friday: 8.00am – 5.00pm Saturday / Sunday - Closed

Afterhours & Public Holidays

Anglesea Clinic provides face to face health services for our patients out of normal working hours and can be contacted on 07 858 0800.

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Healthline can be contacted 24 hours a day on 0800 611 116 for free advice from registered nurses.

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In the last 3 weeks, Raglan Police has received 60 reports, including:

• 11 x Family Harm incidents including Contravening Protection Orders, Assaults on family members, Harassment, Child Protection, family disputes;

• 16 x Dishonesty Offending including Burglary (4), Theft (5), Shoplifting (2), Fraud (3), Unlawfully Takes Motor Vehicle (2);

• 7 x Traffic incidents including crashes and driving complaints;

• 3 x Drink Driving offences;

• 2 x Threatening Behaviour/ Speech;

• 4 x Mental Health incidents.

Police are receiving more reports of stolen debit and credit cards being used to make unauthorised on-line and in-person purchases. This is the danger of having PayWave bank cards, as opposed to eftpos cards where a PIN is required. Yes, PayWave cards

are convenient and quick to use, but consider that they are also convenient and quick for a dishonest person to go on a shopping spree courtesy of you and your stolen PayWave card/s.

Just a reminder that if there is an emergency to use 111. If you need to report something that has already happened and is a non-emergency, use 105 or go online to 105.police.govt. nz. Please do not text or call our work cell phones to report something. We do not work 24/7 and when we are not working we have been told (sternly by our Supervisors) to turn our work phones off to ensure that we get the down-time that we need.

Stay safe everyone and have a good week

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Raglan Rest Home & Hospital (29 Manukau Road)

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event of an

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emergency. Here is where they are located in Raglan.  24 HOURS: St John Raglan (11 Wainui Road) St Peter's Anglican Chuch Hall (44 Bow Street) Raglan Club (22 Bow Street) Raglan Holiday Park (61 Marine Parade) The Institute of Awesome (5B Whaanga Road) The Hut Rangitahi (29 Rangitahi Rd) Poihākena Marae - Yellow Cabinet (222

Raglan Surf Life Saving Club (Ngarunui Beach) outside wall of the club (downstairs) 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 Coastguard (Raglan Wharf) Camp Raglan (578 Wainui Road) e-Coast Marine Consulting (18 Calvert Road)

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

Swinging for a cause, one hole at a time

by Janine Jackson

Swinging a golf club for 24-hours straight might sound a bit mad but Zane Jowsey is doing just that – and it’s all in the name of a good cause.

Raising money for a wheelchairaccessible van for Hillcrest High School’s Physical Assistance Centre his son Max attends is the motivation behind Zane’s golfing marathon.

From June 21 at 4pm to 4pm the next day, Zane is taking on the Te Kowhai Golf

Course for a whole day and night of nonstop golfing madness.

“Max is a student at Hillcrest High School and a superstar in a wheelchair. The school’s Physical Assistance Centre has been a game-changer for Max and many other students,” Zane says.

Every dollar raised will go directly towards purchasing the van, a muchneeded resource to provide a level of independence, and ease for the staff getting the students out and about in the world.

Currently the school relies on parents to support field trips or incur the costs of hiring a wheelchair accessible van.

Max was three-months old when he suffered his first seizure and the seizures have affected his ability to walk and talk.

Zane says that over the years they have tried lots of different medications and have found something that is keeping the seizures under control for now.

Like many 18-year-olds, Max loves spending time outdoors and enjoys being in the water and, Zane laughs, he could eat a horse.

Zane and his wife Rachel are bornand-bred locals. Zane’s grandfather went farming at Te Mata after WWII and Zane still runs the quarry, travelling in the opposite direction for work from the rest of Raglan.

The family only left the town they love to be closer to Hillcrest, which can provide for Max’s needs.

“The school is great; there are 17 students in the classroom, most are high needs, and 10 are in wheelchairs. But it’s just like a normal classroom” Zane says.

Most importantly, the teacher and teacher aids have heaps of fun with the students and provide access to educational opportunities much like their peers have.

When the Jowseys moved to Whatawhata five years ago, Zane discovered a passion for golf at the Te Kowhai Golf Course where he will undertake his 24-hour challenge.

With sunset around 6pm, Zane will be navigating much of the time on the greens in darkness, armed with a golf club and a headlamp to light the way.

“There will be missed swings, wild shots, and probably some conversations with imaginary golf buddies to keep me sane. It’s going to be a hilarious and exhausting adventure, but every swing is worth it if it means more freedom and opportunities for Max and his friends.”

Visit givealittle.co.nz/cause/zanes-24hour-golf-quest-for-mobility to show your support.

Max, along with Dad, Zane Jowsey, are embarking on a marathon golf fundraiser.

In the Bush with The Karioi Project

by Katie Lowes and Kiri Spiotta

Between the curves of Karioi’s peaks and the crest of glass blown waves lies the heart of all we hold dear as residents of this town - a biodiverse sanctuary. However, said flora and fauna is indeed finite if conservation organisations did not exist to mitigate the detrimental effects of introduced plant and animal species on our landscape.

Today we shine the spotlight on The Karioi Project, a Raglan based non-profit that works to restore the land's ecological landscape and educate the local population on how to do so. The Karioi project provides a myriad of ways to get involved, from community wide volunteer opportunities to providing traps to set up in your own backyard. Christine, Mami, Walter and Summer let us peek into their mahi, and in this article we hear from Summer who started with Karioi Project last year, and Christine who has volunteered for over a decade!

Q: What are the highlights of being part of the diverse volunteers at The Karioi Project?

Summer: One of the main perks is getting to meet people who are from all different walks of life. Meeting them gives me huge inspiration to how I can live my life differently. I really love it when I get buddied-up with someone for volunteer work, and once we finish our task my perspective on something has completely changed just because of meeting this person. It’s a really beautiful experience. And also just the fact that I can connect with like-minded, interesting people where we can openly talk about anything.

Christine: Doing a host of different activities in the open air with like-minded, energetic people

Q: What drew you to this work?

Christine: I’ve always loved outside activities like tramping, bush walks, learning more about our flora and fauna, and now I have a dog, it’s a daily thing. Also, I have more time to give now that I’m no longer working in a job.

Summer: I wasn’t truly passionate about anything I was learning at school, so I started to look elsewhere for that passion. I think on the Raglan Notice Board I saw a post from the Karioi Project and I realised that conservation could be an avenue I could go down. So I asked my gateway coordinator at school if she could mark me present while I volunteered over here in Raglan lol (she did luckily). During my first time volunteering on Karioi, I just felt so soulfully connected and at home. I realised that this is one of my passion projects, not just because it benefitted me, but also benefited te Taiao, and Karioi. My reason why I stick to it is because I know that we take so much from the natural world -- we literally wouldn’t be able to survive without it -- so why not take some time

to give back to the Earth, as a gesture of appreciation of all she has done for us. Being in the bush is also like therapy for me, probably because it grounds me back into the present moment and into my body.

Q: What does the future hold for your team and your mahi at the Karioi Project? Are there any big dreams or goals you are working towards?

Summer: I think it would be awesome to get more people involved with the Karioi Project. The main reason being that it is a great gateway for humans to deepen their connection with Mama Papatuanuku, and Te Taiao as a whole. To get people to realise that we aren’t separate from nature. That we need to start working in harmony with her, and not in a way that separates ourselves from our innate home where we can re-wild, reconnect with, and return to ourselves. I feel like I would like to start sharing this message with people in general, just casually in conversations, and in Divine timing.

Christine: It would be great to have more people involved in pest control (both plant and animal), not only here in Raglan but throughout NZ.

Q: How would you sum up your work with the Karioi Project in three words?

Summer: fun, passion and connection

Christine: Satisfying; Interesting; Enjoyable

Summer in the bush.

Christine, left, and Walter.

Walter pictured with a trapping box.

Latest exhibition all set to light up winter gloom

by Edith Symes

creations:

Tennis Courts

Opening

from Rangitahi Peninsula

The grand opening of the tennis and half basketball courts at Rangitahi Peninsula was a great success over the weekend. It was the perfect sunny day for the community to get together and get a taste for our latest sports reserve.

Hamilton Mayor Jacqui Church made an appearance, and Suvi and Andrew from Hamilton Tennis Academy were there to play an official opening match to mark the occasion!

Local businesses and community members were hands-on, chipping in to help with food and preparations for all the families who came along.

Kids and adults alike were right into the games with some great prizes up for grabs—nothing like a bit of friendly neighbourhood competition! The day even featured a good old fashioned lolly scramble for the kids.

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with the idea of the shield as a symbol of protection for our

has produced rockpool-like "observations of nature" reminiscent of

collaborative exhibition entitled ‘Iridescence’ opens at Raglan Old School Arts Centre tomorrow to, as show coordinator Susanne Giessen-Prinz puts it, “bring some glow into the darkest time of year”.

Featuring the work of 10 potters along with that of 10 painters or multimedia artists, the exhibition explores the lustrous rainbow-like play of colour caused by the refraction of light waves – such as an oil slick, soap bubbles, fish scales, and opal.

Susanne regularly encourages local creatives to come up with something beyond their usual scope but admits iridescence has been a “very challenging” brief.

It’s all about sparkle and sheen, she says, which is in stark contrast to last year’s exhibition ‘Shades of White’ when artists worked with a reduced palette to represent calm and clarity.

To get the required glimmery effect clay artists like herself have been experimenting for months with new procedures and multiple glazes, Susanne reveals. “We have been firing at five different temperatures. Sometimes it works, sometimes not.”

Special firings with iridescence to get a gold lustre have also been organised at the clay shed, she says.

She and fellow potter Merren Goodison have both produced birds among their interpretative works. Susanne’s shimmering, gull-like forms depict sea travellers in flight while Merren has worked with the idea of the shield – threaded in gold – as a symbol of protection for our native birds.

Susanne has also produced rock pool-like “observations of nature”, reminiscent of sea anemones.

Meanwhile illustrator Denise Fort has completed a large multimedia artwork built up with layers of acrylic ink and silver spray paint, and painter Hayley Hamilton has created an “off-beat” version of iridescence in acrylics on board.

Sole fabric artist Anita Seddon has created two works of art for the exhibition, both of which were inspired by the everyday Raglan she knows so well. Entitled simply Mt Karioi, one depicts the way the mountain seems to sparkle in certain lights, while the other captures the shimmer on the water Anita observed recently when waiting to cross the one-way bridge. “It was so blimming beautiful,” she enthuses.

*Iridescence opens at the Old School in Stewart St on Friday June 14 at 6pm and runs through to Sunday June 23. The exhibition can be viewed daily, 10am-4pm.

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Susanne, left,

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Stitching Together Community and Creativity

from Learn to Sew Club

In our beautiful small coastal town, a group of passionate individuals gathers weekly to celebrate the art of sewing.

The Learn to Sew Club, founded by the Budget Service Raglan Community House in April 2024, is a hub for creativity, sustainability, and community connection.

Every Wednesday from 2pm to 4pm, the Raglan Community House transforms into a bustling sewing haven.

The club welcomes all ages and skill levels, embodying its mission to support people in developing life skills while promoting sustainable practices like mending, upcycling, and reducing waste.

With up to 15 sewing machines available, members have the opportunity to dive into a variety of projects, from crafting stylish bags and clothing to making practical items like machine covers and hot water bottle cosies.

In addition, the club provides materials and equipment for members to use, and there's always a helping hand - experienced members generously share their skills, offering guidance to those eager to learn.

Beyond the joy of creating, the Learn to Sew Club is deeply committed to giving back to the community.

Members take on charitable projects, such as crafting draft stoppers for CEWH Healthy Homes, embodying the club's ethos of making a positive impact locally.

It also has Partnerships with local businesses and organizations, like the Tool Shed Whaingaroa Environment Centre, which ensures the club's sustainability and growth.

The sewing club isn't just about stitching fabric together and conquering new techniques - it's about weaving bonds and

creating memories, having a laugh and sharing life stories over a cup of tea and cookie.

The club's inclusive atmosphere ensures that everyone feels welcome, leaving the Community House inspired and with a smile on their face, plus a new, unique hand crafted piece.

Best of all, participation in the sewing club is free, with a large selection of donated fabric, cottons and ribbons inspiring creative ideas.

For those curious about joining or wanting more information, contacting the Raglan Community House or simply showing up on a Wednesday afternoon is all it takes to get started on a sewing adventure. Whether you're an experienced sewer or just beginning your stitching journey, there's always room at the table - and plenty of fabric to go around. So grab your scissors and thread, and join in the joy of sewing with the Learn to Sew Club!

Update from the Raglan Football Club

by Katie Lowes Photo credits Melanie Vink - @nichecreativehaus

Let’s hear it for the GIRLS! Again Raglan Football Club strikes with huge female representation in the sport.

Over 40% female players on the pitch again this year. The club would like to thank everyone that makes this happen; sponsors, funders, coaches, managers, parents and whanau who stand there in the rain cheering on our players.

RFC was one of the first clubs to celebrate female players. 2012 saw the introduction of our first female team, and as you can see, this has simply grown and grown with this statistic being maintained for multiple years. Girls love football. And our Raglan girls have some epic coaches with them on the fields this year.

As we approach the end of the first half of the season some of our junior players have played their first ‘away games’ (7th grade+), some of our older players are getting used to having a goalie (9th grade+), and some of our First Kicks players are enjoying rotating across the fields and playing different teams.

I have watched some amazing sport over the last few weeks, right here in Raglan. Don’t forget to support the Raglan Roosters - the senior team welcomes you all to come along and watch them play, give them local support, and a great opportunity for our juniors to watch and learn the sport.

Raglan Junior Rugby Club

Results 8th June 2024

6th Grade vs Te Rapa U6 Blue

Win 40-35

POD: Kaharoa Bosch

ROD: Remy Wood

OPOD: Lachie van den Bemd

7th Grade vs Marist

Loss 50 - 60

POD: Sammy Bourke ROP: Alex

Ashplant OPOD: Finn Kenyon

8th Grade vs Suburbs White

Win 60 - 35

POD: Jax Whiting TOD: Hughie

Barker OPOD: Ridge Munns

9th Grade vs old boys

Win 55 -40

POD Jackson Wood TOD George

Jackson OPPD Phoenix Rata

10th Grade vs Pirongia Black

Loss: 80-20

POD: Myles Hawken TOD: Anthony

Fyalka OPOD: Louenn Arnaud

11th Green vs Suburbs 11 Gold

Loss 25 - 20

POD: Frejvid Gordon TOD: Miller Kirk

OPOD: Tommy Rowe

11th Black vs Pirongia White

Loss 30 - 25

POD: Henry Fagan

TOD: Ngawai Rice Edwards

OPOD: Kieran O’Brien

Matariki ki Whaingaroa 2024

from Whaingaroa Raglan Destination Management Organisation

Titiro

The large cluster of stars known as Matariki has a rich history and cultural significance in Aotearoa.

Some consider the full name for the cluster to be ‘Ngā Mata o te Ariki Tāwhirimātea’ (the eyes of the god Tāwhirimātea). Tāwhirimātea became so angry when his siblings separated their parents, Ranginui and Papatūānuku, that he tore out his eyes, hurling them into the sky where they landed on the chest of Ranginui.

In Aotearoa the Matariki star cluster rises in midwinter, heralding seasonal change and the start of a new year. Island nations across the Pacific also use Matariki as the name for this star cluster. Cultural traditions across the world know Matariki as Pleiades, the Seven Sisters, or Subaru, and also in many places use the Matariki cluster to mark seasonal change.

Iwi and hapū across Aotearoa understand and celebrate Matariki in different ways and at different times. Matariki is a time to acknowledge those who have passed as their spirits are released into the sky as stars. The different stars in the Matariki cluster are also associated with the various domains from where we source our food.

Matariki reaffirms the concept of whakapapa - the interconnectedness of all living things, and the relationship with our environment. Matariki is a time to reflect, share kai, give thanks, plan ahead and focus on our collective wellbeing. The introduction of the Matariki public holiday in 2022 means everyone can celebrate Matariki.

Following the success of ‘Toitu Te Tiriti Whaingaroa Waitangi Day 2024’ we are proud to present to the community Matariki ki Whaingaroa. Inspired by the whakatauki ‘Matariki ki tua o ngā whetū - Matariki of endless possibilities’, we have created a programme of film, art and kōrero which celebrates the power of Indigenous knowledge.

Running from June 28th - July 7th at the Raglan Old School Arts Centre, we have a selection of feature and short filmsall of which celebrate the power of Indigenous knowledge, and pay homage to a Matariki of endless possibilities. This includes the award winning story of the Whanganui river ‘I am the River and the River is Me’; Te Kūmara, a beautifully crafted documentary about traditional ways of growing and storing kūmara produced by Whaingaroa’s own Te Mauri Tau; and short films by taonga pūoro artist Komako-aroha Silver. A

MA TA R IK I

OF ENDLESS POSSIBILITIES

JOIN US IN CELEBRATING THE POWER OF INDIGENOUS KNOWLEDGE

Educate | Create | Activate

Matariki opening | Friday 28 June at 3pm

Local Māori Artists Exhibition | Fri 28 June - Sun 7 July, 10-2

Kōrero | 28, 29, 30 June and 5 July

Films | 28, 29, 30June and 5 July

At the Raglan Old School Arts Centre

Visit www.raglanihub.nz

Whaingaroa-Raglan Destination Management Organisation

multi-medium exhibition by local Māori artists and collectives will fill the gallery exhibition space.

The community can also hear from local inspirational speakers who celebrate and live the power of Indigenous knowledge in their daily lives. On the Matariki public holiday Angeline Greensill, a political and environmental rights campaigner who has served our community tirelessly, will be speaking.

The story of the Toreparu Wetland Restoration Project is also a feature. An intergenerational, hapū driven, collaborative multi-agency project, Toreparu is a wetland just south of Whaingaroa, nestled between Karioi maunga and Aotea Harbour. It is a significant site for Ngati Whakamarurangi and Tainui. Mahuru Robb and Millie Grant-Mackie, Landcare scientists and researchers who work alongside iwi and hapū to restore and connect to their taiao in ways meaningful to them, and Ngati Whakamarurangi hapū representative, Taruke Thomson will share their journey of the Toreparu wetland restoration

As Mahuru says “The Toreparu provides an essential role in the environment, filtering water that comes from a number of streams, ensuring clean and clear water when it reaches the sea. Swamps help reduce and hold sediment, and create a buffer which takes up excessive nutrients from the surrounding farmland runoff. All these things lead to ocean acidification and algal blooms if wetlands aren’t there to do their job. They also help buffer the effects of climate change by slowing water in floods, and holding water in droughts. Wetlands are amazing and I wish more people cared about them!”

Matariki ki Whaingaroa is presented to you by Raglan Naturally and the Whaingaroa Raglan Destination Management Organisation, with funding support from Waikato District Council Creative Communities Scheme, Department of Internal Affairs and Matariki ki Waikato.

Matariki ki tua o ngā whetū

Matariki of endless possibilities.

Be educated, inspired, challenged and activated. For the full Matariki ki Whaingaroa programme go to www.raglanihub.nz

To reserve a film/movie booking go to https://www. raglanartscentre.co.nz/films/

Michelle Levy (Waikato, Ngāti Mahuta) lives in Whāingaroa/Raglan, where she is a writerpoet-artist-photographer-researcher. She wrote this story as a way of remembering this historic moment in time for Aotearoa, a moment from which there can be no going back.

i was born in new zealand in 1958 the only language that we were taught was the official language of new zealand and it was english i can’t even understand what they are saying on the news these days

“Titiro Nan! Titiro! Titiro! Titiroooooo! Look what I got!”

Bursting through the door, our baby plonks her school bag on the floor. Almost as big as her fiveyear-old self, she fishes around in it, pulling out a fistful of shiny gold cut-out stars.

this is new zealand not aotearoa

“Look what we made today, Nan! Ngā whetū e pīataata i te rangi e, Nan!”

Concentrating hard, she carefully lays out each of her stars.

When happy with her arrangement, she whirls around, words tumbling out one after another. mate they take an inch they will take a mile it will not stop until you cannot take it anymore

Pointing, “Nan, this one is Waipuna-ā-rangi. She watches the sky and rain!

And Ururangi, he looks after all the winds that go whooshing around.

And Tupu-ā-rangi, everything that is up in the trees. The fruits and berries and all the manu up there, Nan!”

Still pointing, “And this one, she’s Tupu-ā-nuku! She looks after things in the ground that make us strong.” Quietly, “She is the one Koro would have liked the most.”

ever seen a maori calendar? neither have i

Still going, “Nan, this is Waitī! That’s all the creatures in our awa and roto, Nan.

And Waitā, the salty water things, the yummy stuff from the moana, Nan!”

She picks up one of the stars and goes to hand it to me.

“This one Nan, she’s just for you – Hiwa-i-terangi! You wish on her, Nan!”

“Or maybe this one is for you, Nan? Matariki, the Māmā to them all!”

Looking at the floor she points to her last remaining star.

what about public holidays in remembrance of people like captain cook and abel tasman? the founders of this country

“Who are you? Ah,” she says, “I remember now. It’s Pōhutukawa, Nan.

She remembers all those who have gone this year, Nan. You know, like Koro and Aunty.”

Taking her hand in mine, we walk down the hall to her room. The door is closed.

“Close your eyes,” I tell her.

She squeezes them tight.

“Keep them closed. No peeking,” I say, pulling her into the room, and clicking the door shut behind us.

Surrounded by the twinkling of a thousand lights. My own eyes, without hesitation, hurled far out into the heavens.

E kore au e ngaro he kākano i ruia mai i Rangiātea “Titiro my baby, Titiro.”

New Additions to the Raglan Medical Team

Hi, I’m Michele (Shelly), I’ve enjoyed being a part of the reception team at Raglan Medical since my husband and I moved to Raglan in March.

I have worked as a medical administrator for over 20 years and in my spare time, I enjoy kayaking, paddle boarding and spending time with all my family.

I was born and raised in Raglan, moving between here and Kāwhia.

I finished my last year of school at Raglan Area, gaining all my levels and have now started working at the Raglan Medical Centre, as a Trainee Medical Care Assistant. I’ve enjoyed every part of working here and look forward to all the experiences and eye openers to come.

Hi, I’m Tara, I joined the team as a receptionist in May.

I grew up in Waitetuna and finished Girls High in Hamilton at the end of 2023.

I am looking forward to a new challenge at Raglan Medical and working alongside our community. Outside of work, I am interested in media and film editing.

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RAGLAN AREA SCHOOL NEWS

Student

Pink Shirt Day

Leaders for 2024

On May 17th it was Pink Shirt Day all over the country. At Raglan Area School we understand the importance of anti-bullying and kindness.

Keira Hishon: I wanted to be in the team as I felt like I could give more to help the school and students by making connections with all year groups.

The Colour Run

Years 9-13 student Careers Day

Everyone was preparing for the colour run, white shirts and lots of coloured corn flour ready to throw.

along the track, getting drenched in colour.

Around the start of the term Matuta Joe and Whaea Betty arranged a team of students to lead Pink Shirt Day. We arranged a bake sale, a kindness rock hunt, a special assembly for all of the Year 9

Shannon Marquand: I joined the leadership team to take on the opportunity to lead and be a part of helping the school improve where needed.

students Matua Joe talked about what truly makes people happy, and about kindness.Our guest speaker was Matuta Johnny. Matua Johnny was there to tell us about how his life changed after he was diagnosed with cancer. He explained that he used to be a security guard, so he had to act tough. But when the doctor told him that he had developed cancer, that changed his view on life. All his life he has welcomed every person he saw and shared his love for life and people.

Pipiri Kelly: I feel I am a natural leader and I want to help out others around the school. Also I feel like some aspects could be changed in school and as a leader you get more of a voice.

Rory Sargent: I was motivated to get involved with the student leadership team to help guide our Raglan Area School community and also so that I could wear a suit.

A track was set using fences, obstacles like a net or tires you have to jump through and a waterslide. The teachers were armed with paint. The race started. Every student

Adults always ask “What do you want to be when you grow up?”

Some people chose to walk, while others went as fast as they could. Even some teachers got covered in the colourful corn flour. At the end of the day everyone had a good time, and were all covered in colour.

Year 11 Careers Day

Yr 11 Parkour Maths Trip

Mia Paisnel: I believe that you need to take every opportunity you get. It allows me to make a positive difference at our school and interact with all year levels.

Learning about Te Tiriti

WLeo O'Loughlin: I wanted to give back to the community by supporting the younger students coming up through our Kura. I wanted to represent this school and be able to leave knowing I've made a positive impact.

But the truth is we don't know…yet; it's hard to decide or figure it out when you're young. Experiences can help

It included a visit from the NZ Navy, business owners, hospitality workers, hairdressers, and even Raglan Rock. Events like these help students figure out their futures or be inspired as to what they want to do. For me it opened my eyes to possibly starting my own

The Treaty has been discussed in the news a lot this year. Raglan Area School’s Year 9 and 10 students had the opportunity to attend the Toitu Te Tiriti Exhibition at the Old School Arts Centre.

On Monday the 27th of May, Raglan Area School’s year 11 students went on a day trip into Hamilton, to “Project Air”.

This trip was to give the students an idea on how they would design a parkour course for their upcoming maths assessment. After arrival, the year 11s were split into 2 groups. Group 1 started with gymnastics, and group 2 with parkour.

Lisa Thomson, a Raglan Ward Councillor at Waikato District Council and community member, met us there to talk about the Treaty and what happened in 1840. She worked alongside Michelle Levy and Lara Sweetman to create opportunities for our community learning on Te Tiriti under the Raglan Naturally umbrella.

The exhibition was originally displayed in the Town Hall on Waitangi Day. It showed a timeline of all the Treaty events leading up to the signing and what happened after. We learnt about the first flag, local rangatira and much more! It was an awesome learning experience.

Then after they completed their separate courses, the groups swapped. The gymnastics consisted mainly of cartwheels, forward and tuck rolls, handstands, and other fun activities on the spring floor; the parkour involved balancing on all sorts of equipment, parkour vaulting (jumping over obstacles using a specific technique), running up walls, jumping from platform to platform, and playing in the foam pit. The outing was not only extremely fun, it was also a total success - and is sure to help the year 11s with their assignment.

Usually we start the week with double science, but this week we drove to the “New Zealand Careers Expo” in Kirikiriroa with Whaea Linda, Matua Larry and Matua Brendan, as well as some awesome parents. The Expo had a variety of interesting things to do and learn about for example; virtual reality at the aviation training stand, Milk bottle toss at the Fontera stand and heaps of free

Roots of Empathy

Babies aren't usually teachers, but for one whole year RAS will have two baby teachers.

stuff such as lollies, pens and other trinkets everywhere else. We also learnt lots of interesting information about the different career options such as New Zealand Police, New Zealand School of Tourism and even game creation with Media Design.

From this experience we have learned about a variety of options that could be potential careers paths, we believe that these expo’s are great because they give us young people an insight into the different career options that we may want to pursue.

Raglan Area School is on the hunt for a sponsor to help us showcase positive student

For more info contact joseph_rao@raglanarea.school.nz or info@raglanchronicle.co.nz

The Roots of Empathy program is designed to help young people understand others feelings and emotions as well as their own through the teaching from a baby.

As Year 9s in our first session we were introduced to Whaea Melody and her daughter Rauhuia. Rauhuia

was only 2 months old when we first met her but she was already ready to teach us. We also have Whaea Emily and her baby Waikare. Immediately when Whaea Melody and Rauhuia came into our classroom I felt so grateful and excited that we would be able to watch her grow up and develop. In the words of the Roots of Empathy founder “ Emotional literacy is the foundational literacy of life. When a child develops emotional literacy, academic literacy fall into place more readily” Mary Gordon

Raglan Ara School's 2024 student leaders from left to right Keira Hishon, Shannon Marquand, Mia Paisnel, Prinicipal Louisa Barham, Pipiri Kelly, Rory Sargent, Leo O'Loughlin.

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Local Community Champions Promote Sustainable Living at Hakea Retreat

Written by Liz Yorston Photos Shelley Rikys

In a world where environmental concerns often leave us feeling anxious and helpless, it's inspiring to find individuals in our community who are dedicated to making a positive impact. Dan Whittington and Merve Yesilkir at Hakea Retreat embody this spirit of stewardship with their commitment to sustainable living, guided by the belief: ’’Te toto o te tangata he kai, te oranga o te tangata, he whenua, he oneone " meaning that while food provides the blood in our veins, our health is drawn from the land and soil.

The journey of Hakea Retreat began on land previously farmed using traditional methods.

Dan and Merve transformed this property into a vibrant, sustainable environment by adhering to permaculture principles, which emphasize the importance of not harming the land. Recognizing their dedication, Dan's parents gifted him the land, confident that their stewardship would yield positive impacts.

Dan shared an amusing anecdote about the property's history before his parents purchased it. A scientist and professor from Waikato University, deeply involved in researching artificial limbs, once lived there. Before there was a road, the professor would navigate the ridgeline in his Land Rover to reach his small hut for his studies. However, disturbances from planes flying overhead, especially near Hakea, disrupted his work. Frustrated, he wrote to Air New Zealand, requesting a change in the flight path. Despite his efforts, the disruptions continued, leading him to sell the property, which Dan's parents subsequently discovered.

Dan and Merve's complementary skills—Dan's engineering background and Merve's scientific expertise—allow them to plan and execute practical, workable, and environmentally sound projects. Since taking over the property, they have developed systems to use water and waste sustainably and manage to live completely off the national grid. They

have also continued Dan's father's efforts to grow the surrounding forest, which has attracted many native birds, including some endangered species. Visitors to the retreat can relax and enjoy the birdlife and the tranquility of the environment.

The gardens and food forest at Hakea Retreat are a testament to the abundance of nature. According to Dan, one could satisfy hunger just by walking through the garden. The retreat boasts goats for milk and meat, bees for honey and pollination, and an array of organic vegetables and fruits, ensuring a diet that meets all health requirements.

A picturesque walk leads down to the sea, where the upper reaches of Aotea Harbour border land that Dan and his father have donated as a reserve. Visitors can enjoy a stroll through native bush and refresh themselves with a swim or by using the provided kayaks for a paddle around the estuary.

In recent times, Dan and Merve have hosted families for longer stays, aware of the local accommodation challenges. They also welcome interns eager to learn about permaculture and off-grid living. Teaching others to live sustainably and giving back to the earth is central to the philosophy of Hakea Retreat.

Every year, Hakea Retreat hosts the Hakea Gathering, an event encapsulated in a captivating video created by Dan and Merve. This video, which took four months to produce, aims to convey the festival's spirit and beauty to a wider audience and invites you to attend. It can be found on YouTube under the title "Hakea Gathering."

Camping at Hakea Retreat has become a popular experience, offering campers the joys of nature alongside access to various facilities. These include a communal space for daily yoga practice, art materials, music, and a creative environment.

The retreat also offers a range of courses advertised on their website, https://www. hakearetreat.com/. These courses cover topics such as ecology, succession planting, food forests, permaculture design, and beekeeping, providing opportunities for participants to

Raglan golf club hosts

9-hole tournament final

from Pete Aim

The car park was full, golf carts were warming up, stretches were under way, and golf swings were aerial!

It was the Waikato 9 Hole Pennants Final and expectations were in the air as clubs played for top placings. With teams from Walton, Cambridge, Tieke, Hukanui, Horsham Downs, Hamilton, Te Awamutu, Cambridge, Ngaruawahia and Raglan it was all drive for show and putt for dough!!!

deepen their understanding and practice of sustainable living.

For those seeking a unique experience where they can observe and learn how to make a difference, a visit to the Hakea Retreat website is highly recommended. Discover how you can contribute to creating a better world by learning from Dan and Merve's dedication to sustainability and environmental stewardship.

Hakea Retreat is just one of the many appealing destinations in Raglan. To explore all there is to offer, make your first stop the Raglan iHub.

Co Club Captains Lynn Rogers and Annie Highet were excited to be hosting this event and mentioned the organisational support from the Raglan 9 Hole members. Denise Hunt’s support from Golf Waikato was also recognised.

At day’s end with golf trundlers parked up, final scores were collated with Cambridge, Walton, and Hukanui taking out the top three places. Top effort 9 Hole members. off the tee....Pete Aim.

Located at 13 Wainui Road, the Raglan iHub is open 7 days a week from 10 AM to 3 PM. Here, you can meet our friendly volunteer team, who are eager to share their local knowledge and provide excellent tips on the best places to visit and things to do. While you're there, take the opportunity to shop local and support our Whaingaroa information centre.

Whether you're planning a visit to Hakea Retreat or looking for other exciting activities in Raglan, the Raglan iHub is your go-to resource for a memorable and enriching experience. www.raglanihub.nz

First Home Grant Gone

Financial advice and mortgage management tips with local mortgage advisors, Loan Market - award winning mortgage advisors

Mortgage advisor Brendan Brits. Contact 021 913 302 and email brendan.brits@ loanmarket.co.nz

In a blow to First Home Buyers, the Government has recently abruptly ended the First Home Buyers Grant.

First Home Buyers had previously been able to access up to $5,000 per person to go towards the purchase of an existing house or $10,000 per person towards a new build. Since 2017, an average of 12,000 first home buyers per year had accessed the grant, giving them a good leg up into the housing market.

The Governments reasoning for ending the grant is that they estimate they will save $245million over the next 4 years, $140m of which they intend to redirect into social housing.

So what options does that leave first home buyers with?

Most banks will lend first home buyers up to 90% of the purchase price of a home (with one bank recently improving on this and lending up to 95%). Banks require first home buyers who have less than 20% deposit to have at least 5% of the purchase price as ‘genuine savings’. Genuine savings can come from a Kiwisaver withdrawal.

The Reserve Bank of NZ (RBNZ) limits the amount of low equity home loans (that is anything without 20% deposit) to the point where most banks have to save those loans for their existing customers. Banks reach their RBNZ enforced limits and often shut the door to new low deposit applications. Generally the banks will charge a low equity fee, a low equity interest rate margin or both if you don’t have a 20% deposit.

Kainga Ora (the old Housing NZ Government department) has a useful first home buyer’s scheme called the ‘First Home

Animal Health Column

Keeping your pets warm this winter!

Aswinter rolls in and the temperature drops, we start to light our fires, turn on our heaters, bask in the warmth under our blankets, and drink our hot drinks. Our cats and dogs love to curl up next to us to soak up the warmth.

Mortgage advisor Brett Wood. Contact Brett on 021 886 444 email brett.wood@loanmarket. co.nz

Loan’. Several banks and lenders are signed up to this, the biggest of which are Westpac and Kiwibank. Via the ‘First Home Loan’, first home buyers can borrow up to 95% of the purchase price of their first home and the remaining 5% can come from a gift. A few things to note:

• •Your before tax income in the previous 12 months has to be:

• $95,000 or less for an individual buyer without dependants

• $150,000 or less for an individual buyer with one or more dependants

• $150,000 or less (combined) for two or more buyers, regardless of the number of dependants

• For owner occupied homes only

• For property sizes of less than 1 hectare

• 0.5% of the loan amount is payable as a fee to Kianga Ora

• No low equity interest rate margin is applied

• Bank affordability and other criteria still applies

Although the removal of the First Home Buyers Grant is now undoubtably making things harder for first home buyers, there are still options to get into the market. If you’re applying for a mortgage and have less than 20% deposit, your application will be looked at in minute detail so it’s essential to prepare yourself at least 3 months in advance so you can put a good looking application in front of the banks and possibly Kianga Ora. Contact us to find out more.

Message from Whaingaroa Netball

Whaingaroa Netball (Raglan Netball Club Inc) would like to take this opportunity acknowledge a few of the groups that have helped us get started again so far this year:

Raglan 4Square, Toi Ora ki Whaingaroa, Pac Steel and Harbour View Hotel for sponsoring our new dresses.

Raglan Medical for supplying our teams with first aid kits.

Whaingaroa Whanau Hoe Waka for again supporting our fundraising efforts tjis year.

From those who participate in our local twilight competition every summer, to all those in the community, our whaanau and friends who support our fundraising efforts time and again and our players without whom, we would not exist, Thank you.

Ngaa mihi maioha

Whaingaroa Netball

However, some of our pets live outside where it isn’t so cozy! They receive some warmth and protection from their fur, but this is not enough! So how can we make winter more enjoyable for our outside pets? Providing suitable shelter away from the elements is the best way to do this.

Kennels should be well insulated, have a sloped roof, and an adequate drainage system. Kennels and beds should be raised off the ground and placed in a sheltered area to avoid cold draughts. Winter bedding should be warm and cozy, if your pet is a blanket shredder, you can staple carpet down on the kennel floor for extra padding and warmth. Remember to always use non-toxic materials.

Feeding a good quality food is important, as this will help to give your pet the energy, they need to keep their body temperature up and not use fat reserves. Make sure fresh water is always available and is not frozen.

Another option is a pet coat, these come in many different sizes and styles. These provide the pet with an extra layer of warmth and protection, which is especially important for short haired dogs, older, or younger animals. Make sure you are washing the coat regularly to prevent a build-up of bacteria. Once the temperature heats up take the coat off to prevent the animal getting too warm, and to help prevent skin irritation and dermatitis.

Our senior pets need extra care over the cooler months. They often have arthritis and/or joint pain, and the cold damp weather can worsen these conditions; if you see your pet slowing down, please talk to your vet about specific foods, supplements, and treatments you can offer your pet.

In their search for warmth animals can end up in some sticky situations! Cats are notorious for sleeping beneath a car or in the motor! Animals can also “hug” the heat a bit too much and end up overheating, or in severe cases scalding themselves, so you may need to put safeguards in place to prevent this happening. Also, modern heat pumps blow out quite dry air so if your pet lazes in front of it they could develop corneal (eye) drying and secondary conjunctivitis as a result.

When it comes to keeping your pet happy and healthy through the winter months there are several options available to you, if you need any advice ring the clinic, we are always happy to help!

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RAGLAN 154 Hills Road Prepare to be Impressed

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your investment, fully fenced with power to the gate, and with newly formed tarsealed and tree-lined shared driveway. Purchasers have the opportunity to make an offer on the section of their choice, with exceptional views and great location.

shared driveway. Purchasers have the opportunity to make an offer on the section of their choice, with exceptional views and great location.

for you to create your dream home. The three sections of approx 8000m² are covenanted to protect your investment, fully fenced with power to the gate, and with newly formed tarsealed and tree-lined shared driveway. Purchasers have the opportunity to make an offer on the section of their choice, with exceptional views and great location.

RAGLAN 3578B State Highway 23

RAGLAN 3578B State Highway 23

Big Rural Views

Big Rural Views

This 10.8ha block (more or less) of flat to rolling contour has a long road frontage and multiple breath-taking possible building sites all with impressive rural and ocean views. This property's location, size and setting is a cut above the usual lifestyle blocks or sections in the ever popular Raglan area.

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RAGLAN

Here is a chance to own a flat bare block with a sunny and easy building site on 8,021m² with amazing rural views. You have your own vantage point here, with big sky views and rural vistas in all directions. Newly formed tar-sealed driveway right to the section boundary

Here is a chance to own a flat bare block with a sunny and easy building site on 8,021m² with amazing rural views. You have your own vantage point here, with big sky views and rural vistas in all directions. Newly formed tar-sealed driveway right to the section boundary 350m from the road, with new fencing and power to the boundary. Section is fully

pggwre.co.nz/HAM38829

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functional layout makes good use of space. This home is ideal for couples or families seeking rural tranquility. This 9,400m² property boasts a large shed and additional room for a workshop, garden storage and tack room as well as a solar-powered energy system.

9,400m² property boasts a large shed and additional room for a workshop, garden storage and tack room as well as a solar-powered energy system.

RAGLAN 104 Te Papatapu Road

RAGLAN 697 Maungatawhiri Road

Charming 1950's Home with Acreage

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RAGLAN 104 Te Papatapu Road

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The land is perfect for lifestyle living at just under 7,500m2 and currently fenced into three paddocks. The surrounding area is all farmland, offering views and privacy. The

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what’s on

BADMINTON FOR ADULTS at Raglan Area School Hall.

7-9pm Thursdays, starting 2 May. $30 per term or $5 per night. Contact Celia 0277636974

FRIENDS OF KAITOKE

WALKWAY meet on the 1st and 3rd Saturdays every month at 9am to remove pest plants and restore the native environment. Email Whāingaroaweed busters@gmail. com for the meeting point.

CROP SWAP. First and third Sundays of the month. 9.30 -10.30am at Bowling Club, James Street. Bring anything from the 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.

TE TIRITI O WAITANGI WORKSHOP, Saturday June 15, 9am - 4.30pm - head to raglannaturally. co.nz for more information.

BADMINTON FOR ADULTS at Raglan Area School Hall. 7-9pm Thursdays, starting 2 May. $30 per term or $5 per night. Contact Celia 0277636974

For Sale

FIREWOOD DRY, DELIVERED. Phone 021 0771524. Trailer Load Pine $205, Oldman Pine $210, Gum - $215

RAGLAN RAMBLERS WED 19 JUN: Carters Beach is a 3km walk from the Te Akau coast road to the Raglan Limestone blocks, which slope into the sea (photo on p31 of WDC’s geology paper). There’s also a view of the coast to Karioi, about 17km to the south - bring lunch.

FRIENDS OF KAITOKE WALKWAY meet on the 1st and 3rd Saturdays every month at 9am to remove pest plants and restore the native environment. Email Whāingaroaweed busters@gmail. com for the meeting point.

SCIENCENIGHT27: TAIEA TE TAIAO, MAUNGATAUTARI AND PIRONGIA ECOLOGICAL CORRIDOR. 7-8pm, Wednesday 19 June 2024 at the Harbourview Hotel in the back courtyard -

DRESS WARM!

ODESSA LIVE AT THE YARD, RAGLAN 7:30pm, Fri 21 June, 2024 tickets from https:// moshtix.co.nz/ RAGLAN

RAMBLERS WED 26 JUN: Kakepuku - 449m former volcano near Te Awamutu, rising from the plain to the lookout tower on a well-formed track, with many views –bring lunch.

Service Offered HORSE HEALING ANIMAL COMMUNICATION

Online or in person. Contact Jane Forkert 0211333069 www. happilyheart.com

RAGLAN CHRONICLE / UPCOMING PUBLICATION SCHEDULE: June

13/6 Chronicle 27/6 Chronicle

4/7 Local Rag

11/7 Chronicle 25/7 Chronicle August

1/8 Local Rag

8/8 Chronicle

22/8 Chronicle September

5/9 Local Rag

12/9 Chronicle

5 Stewart St, Raglan

WHAT'S ON

CHECK OUR WEBSITE FOR UPDATES

BRICK BY BRICK FUNDRAISER

Help us raise the money we need to complete the Creative Space building and have your kindness and generosity permanently commemorated with an engraved brick – full details on our website www.raglanartscentre.co.nz, call 07 825 0023, email info@raglanartscentre.co.nz.

EXHIBITION – 15 – 23 JUNE

Iridescent – a multimedia themed group exhibition featuring 19 local artists. Opening Friday 14 June 6pm, all welcome. Then open daily 10-4.

EXHIBITION – 28 JUNE – 7 JULY

Matariki ki tua o ngā whetū | Matariki of endless possibilities – exhibition by local Māori artists. Open daily 10-2.

MATARIKI FESTIVAL OF FILMS – 28 JUNE – 5 JULY

A curated selection of films celebrating the power of indigenous knowledge, plus a complementary programme of kōrero from local inspirational speakers – 5 sessions, check our website for full details www.raglanartscentre.co.nz

POTTERY WHEEL WORKSHOP SERIES FOR ADULTS

6-week programme with Sarah Bing | Thursdays 8 Aug – 12 Sept | 7pm – 9.30pm | $295 RCAC+Clay members $315 RCAC members $335 nonmembers | all materials and firing included | Bookings essential www.raglanartscentre.co.nz/ workshops

MOVIES AT THE OLD SCHOOL

THE MOON IS UPSIDE DOWN

(R16 | 100 mins) Sat 15 June 5pm ONE LOVE – BOB MARLEY

(M | 107 mins) Sat 15 June 7.30pm THE GREAT ESCAPER

(M | 96 mins) Sun 16 June 4.30pm

Door sales 30min prior raglanmovies.co.nz

REGULAR EVENTS AT THE OLD SCHOOL

Ragtimers Ukulele Group 2nd and every subsequent Wed 4pm

Clay Shed Members’ Night weekly on Wed 5-7pm

Karioi Quilts & Crafts Monthly on 2nd Thurs, 10am

Raglan Art Group Monthly on 1st Fri, 10am

Backgammon Club Monthly on last Fri, 5pm

Mens’ Group Wed 12 June 7pm, then fortnightly

Contact 825 0023 | www.raglanartscentre.co.nz/

45 Bow Street, Raglan

Regular Services

• Drop-In Lounge Mon-Fri 9am-4pm

• Low-cost Counselling Low cost and by appointment.

• Budgeting Service (Free) Tues-Weds 9am-4pm.

• Technology Support (Free) Thursdays 3—4pm

• Kupu Cafe(Te Reo) Contact us for more info.

• NA Support Group (Free) Mondays @ 7.00pm

• Probation Services Weds 10am-12pm

• Health Transport Service (Koha) Raglan-Hamilton

• Mon-Fri Bookings essential

• Kickboxing4Youth (Free) 4.15pm Mondays in RCH Basement Room.

• Justice of the Peace Available Weds 1pm-1.30pm

• Toy Library Tues 9am-11am.

• Raglan Maori Wardens Tues 9.30am-3.30pm

• Family Court Navigators By appointment. Contact Raquel 0272598775

• Enabling Good Lives Rachel Jowsey from Enabling Good Lives (supporting families with disabilities) is with us the last Friday of each month. Drop in to arrange an appointment.

Please contact us for more information Ph: 825 8142

info@raglancommunityhouse.org.nz www.raglancommunityhouse.org.nz

email: classifieds@raglanchronicle.co.nz

CAFÉ MANAGER AND BARISTA

We are looking to build a team of people that are passionate about good food and coffee to come and work at The Hut Café at Rangitahi Peninsula, starting 1st of July.

Two positions available:

- Full Time Café Manager & competent barista (30-40 hours per week)

- Part Time Front of House (also must be a competent barista) (10-25 hours per week)

Looking for casual staff also

To apply, please send your CV and cover letter to sophie@ rangitahi.co.nz

TE UKU SCHOOL OUT-OF-ZONE ENROLMENTS

For 2024 and 2025 Enrolment at Te Uku School is governed by an enrolment scheme.

RAGLAN HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY NEXT MEETING

Tuesday 18 June at 12pm in the Church Hall, Stewart Street. This is the Society’s Winter Lunch - soup and bread provided, bring a slice to share. Followed by the normal June meeting.

Guest Speaker - Ann Crocombe talking about truffles.

Floral Art theme –Versatile Flax. Normal competitions, display table, Garden Vibes, raffle, tea and biscuits. All welcome.

The Board has determined that the following places are available to out-ofzone students:

X10 Year 0/1 places to start 2024 X30 Year 0/1 places to start 2025

For students seeking enrolment within the enrolment period of the rest of 2024, the deadline for receipt of out-of-zone applications is 3:00 pm on Friday 5 July 2024 . Please fill in the “Enrolment enquiry form” on our website, or call into the school office.

Parents of students who live within zone should also apply by this date to assist the school to plan appropriately for the rest of the year. Students who live in zone are entitled to enrol at the school.

Enrolment enquiry forms may be collected from the school office or found on our website https://www.teuku.school.nz under “Enrolment at Te Uku School’.

If the out-of-zone applications exceeds the number of places available, students will be selected by ballot supervised by a Justice of the Peace, a Practicing Lawyer or a Police Officer in accordance with Section 11G (1) of the Education Ace 1989.

If a ballot for out-of-zone places is required, it will be held by Monday the 21st of June, 2024. Parents will be informed of the outcome fo the ballot within 4 school days.

Raglan 64 Ruapuke Road

Absolute steal and brand new

This brand-new lifestyle property represents fantastic buying, so good, in fact that the owners are taking a significant loss at this asking price. The 1.2 hectare (2.9 old fashioned acres) section is very gently rolling with sweeping rural views, partly comprising 'the sleeping lady' that is Mt Karioi. Whether you choose to extensively garden the property or fence off small paddocks for your grazing animals, the land lends itself to both options. The bright and airy 158m2 home consists of generous open plan living and kitchen space, complete with DVS system and walk-in pantry. 3 bedrooms, master with ensuite, plenty of heating and cooling is provided with 2 heat-pumps and a log burner. There is 96m2 of elevated wide plank decking, and a double internal access garage complete with 3 phase power and a fast charger for electric vehicles. The 112m2 shed has generous 3.9m x 3m openings built to potentially accommodate a motorhome, boat, and/ or a workshop. There is also a new 3x3 m garden shed. 64 Ruapuke Road is located right in the heart of the Te Mata district and just 640 metres from Te Mata school and just a short commute to either Raglan or the wild Ruapuke beach.

Views both ways

It is rare to find a home in Raglan that offers fantastic views of both the Raglan harbour mouth and bar as well as eastwards over Kaitoke Bay. The home consists of open plan Kitchen, Dining and Lounge with a warm and sunny conservatory to one side, 2 of the 4 generous bedrooms, large bathroom, separate toilet and laundry are situated downstairs. Upstairs is another lounge, the other 2 bedrooms, walking wardrobe, ensuite bathroom, and deck. Built for the views and sun and lovingly maintained, the home sits amongst easy care and seasonally colourful gardens and comes complete with 3 bay garage.

Crarer

3 2 1 8 For Sale $999,000

View By appointment Web pb.co.nz/RGL186387

Debbie Crarer M 027 253 6344 E debbie.crarer@pb.co.nz

Mark Crarer M 027 433 6083 E mark.crarer@pb.co.nz

Very rare indeed 469m2 section adjacent the Kaitoke walkway with no restrictive building covenants. Lovely views of Kaitoke Bay through an assortment of attractive native trees. The owners of the property regretfully offer this section to the market and are on the move... they have purchased elsewhere.

Offered for sale are 3 possible purchase options:

•The 4-bedroom home on a 709m2 section.

•The 469m2 section.

•The 4-bedroom home + the section. Deadline Sale 4pm June 26th (Can be sold Prior)

Mark Crarer M 027 433 6083

Crarer

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Raglan 49 Norrie Avenue

Raglan 49A Norrie Avenue