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Issue #811

January 25th, 2024

INSIDE THE CHRONICLE: END OF AN ERA FOR WHAINGAROA HARBOUR CARE

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arking restrictions are in place in the Raglan area daily and extend to 24 hours a day in some respects (yellow lines, bus stops, flush medians, double parking etc). If you do park in anyone of these places you run the risk of receiving an infringement notice (fine). Between Police and Council staff, enforcement is carried out. Far too many infringement notices were issued this year and seemed to come as a surprise for many. Just because someone else parks like that doesn’t make it legal, it just means you both receive infringements. If you do receive a ticket, keep in mind council staff are doing their job and do not have to tolerate verbal abuse because you have made the decision to park there. Additionally, expect enforcement staff to be working when there are major events on, this is part of the traffic management strategy to ensure that there is no unnecessary congestion or risk to pedestrians due to unsafe or inconsiderate parking. A friendly reminder to you keyboard warriors and freelance journalists; that while you’re entitled to film anything in a public place, posting videos of incidents including assaults, thefts or driving matters can hinder Police operations and / or cause people to become enraged and others to take it upon themselves to “deal” with

someone they deem to be an offender. This is often made worse in a small town where everyone knows each other. Incidents require a balanced approach and a fair assessment. If you happen to video an incident, consider giving the footage to police in the first instance so we can not only build a picture of what is going on but ensure that everyone involved gets a fair trial. Be cautious when posting to social media, ask yourself what I am trying to achieve and will I achieve it, or will I make matters worse or be visited by police. Police were pleased with the crowd behaviour at the Soundsplash event this year. There were only minor matters to deal with and the number of intoxicated people that need Police or medical attention was lower than previous years events. Traffic Management worked better this year and the bus system was more efficient at transferring patrons once they had checked in at the Airfield on Friday. Some traffic congestion was experienced as event goers and their families packed up and left on Sunday, but drivers seemed to understand that no-one was going to get anywhere in a hurry and were well behaved and patient when sharing the road. Enjoy the Summer – be kind to one another! Raglan Police - Andrew, Raewyn and Linda

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THU 25

Spotty morning showers; otherwise, periods of clouds and sun

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Partly sunny and delightful

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St Peter's Anglican Church cnr Bow Street & James Street Holy Communion service every Sunday at 9.30 visitors very welcome Contact person : Hazel 0221065990

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Young surfer, Maya Mateja, stuns with win at National Champs from Surfing New Zealand

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Daniel Farr, left, and Maja Mateja.

n explosive final day of the 2024 National Surfing Championships has seen a young star emerge in the Women’s Division with 15-year-old Maya Mateja (Rag) stunning the field to win the Open Women’s title. Taranaki surfer Daniel Farr also claimed his second national title by the closest margin in the history of the event. The final day of the event was played out on a true ‘Dunner Stunner’ day earlier this month with 30 degree plus temperatures and clean 1.0m waves bringing a big crowd to the beach to watch proceedings. Maya Mateja stunned the field of surfers in the Open Women’s Division to claim the title, the third youngest surfer to do so. Mateja finished with a 12.90 point heat total for the win. “I prepared for this event to win but all the girls were ripping and I honestly didn’t know whether I was capable,” said the young surfer. Mateja first got a sniff of the title when she posted a 7.10 point ride to get close to Christchurch surfer Estella Hungerford who got off to an early start with a 6.9 point ride. “I thought that was a good score and maybe I can do it,” she said. Then Mateja added a 5.80-point ride to jump Hungerford for first. “I started to get nervous then, but the ocean went quiet. I could hear my friends screaming from the shore. I am so happy that I am at this level,” said the Raglan surfer who was at the event with her brother and friends. “The first thing I did was talk

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Raglan’s Maya Mateja, the newly crowned 2024 National Surfing Champion for the Open Women’s Division. Fifteen-year-old Mateja is the third youngest female to win the prestigious title. Photos: Mark Stevenson to Dad back at Raglan; he was so happy, and I also got a long message from mum in Mexico but my phone went flat and I didn’t get a chance to read the whole message.” Hungerford finished the final in second place, her career best result. 13-year-old Alani Morse (Rag) finished in third place with Brie Bennett (Rag) in fourth place. Over in the Mens' Division, Farr posted a 16.50 point heat total to claim the title. The 24-year-old tied with Piha surfer Dune Kennings but won by way of having the highest single wave score of a 9.0 vs Kennings 8.5 point ride. “Yeah that was an intense final. What a way to win it,” said Farr almost in disbelief at his win. “When I got that 9.0 point ride, I was extremely stoked, I landed that last turn and I knew I needed to. It was a good score,” added Farr who held the lead at that point. “I was happy with a nine but to see Dune come out with two 8.5 point rides and hearing that for the last seven or eight minutes of the final was nerve wracking. It just made me nervous and I was stressing out but it worked out in my favour by the end of the final,” he added. Farr’s title is his second, the first coming in 2022 at Westport. Farr becomes the eleventh surfer in the 61-year history of the event to claim more than one title. “I said before I came down here, talking to my mates and family ‘shall we go

number two’ and it happened. It worked out in my favour, I got the right waves and God blessed me with the ability to surf well on them. To make it two is unreal,” said an emotional Farr. Finishing in third today was eight-time champion Billy Stairmand (Rag) who could not find a rhythm with the ocean and Caleb Cutmore (Rag) finished in fourth place. Earlier in the day Kennings and Cutmore eliminated Elliot Paerata-Reid (Piha) and Dunedin’s final hope – Reuben Peyroux. In the second semi-final Stairmand and Farr eliminated Taylor Hutchison (Rag) and Spencer Rowson (Tara). In the Women’s Division Morse and Bennett defeated Saffi Vette (Gis) and Jaya Reardon (Dun) in the first semi-final and Mateja and Hungerford defeated the Piha duo Leia Millar and Liv Haysom. The boardrider club title went to Raglan’s Point Boardriders. The Volkswagen Highest Single Wave Score of the Day went to Open Men’s Division winner Daniel Farr for his 9.0 point ride in the final of the event. The event would not be possible without the support of the following partners: Sport NZ, Volkswagen and Sun Bum. The 2024 National Surfing Championships is proudly hosted by South Coast Boardriders and South Island Surfing Association.

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) 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 Wainui Road) Raglan Rest Home & Hospital (29 Manukau Road) 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.

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Whaingaroa Harbour Care closure a wake-up call

Before and after planting the drain below Before and after planting Wainui Reserve. the "rubbish dump."

Fred Lichtwark fears 30 years worth of Whaingaroa Harbour Care gains will be lost.

t’s a bitter sweet time for Fred Lichtwark as the organisation he’s fronted for nigh on 30 years closed its doors in late January.

“I was a diver and we had only about a week to 10 days every year where visibility was good enough that you could actually see more than a metre. And every time it rained, yeah, it was just mud.”

The last seed has been germinated, the last tree planted and Whaingaroa Harbour Care is no more.

Now he fears many of the gains made over the last 30 years are being lost. He says the environment is once again in decline – for a number of reasons - and the closure of Harbour Care should be a wake-up call for the community.

What started when Fred placed a small ad in the local paper in 1995 - lamenting the state of the harbour – grew into a world-leading environmental restoration project. The work of Whaingaroa Harbour Care became the focus of international studies, a blueprint for other communities throughout Aotearoa and led to the Whaingaroa Harbour becoming one of the cleanest in the country. Around 2.5million trees have been planted in the harbour environs and Fred says it’s immensely satisfying to see the changes that have taken place over the years. “Yeah, proud as hell to be able to change an entire landscape within a catchment, you know. It was amazing, and we started this before anyone was doing it in the whole country. We are world leading as a Harbour Care group.” Wainui Reserve, where the first Harbour Care trees were planted, was just bare land, with streams and wetlands ruined by stock, he says. The large stretches of seagrass evident throughout the harbour today were largely non-existent and at Manu Bay “when you looked down from the top, it was all cows. There was no vegetation, there was nothing,” Fred says. “That was one of the first jobs we did. We got rid of the cows, put hay bales all along the slips and revegetated it. And now look at it.” Inside the harbour, the work of Harbour Care staff and volunteers means there’s a good chance you can catch a few decent snapper; a far cry from the early days. “You know the fishery back then; we had to close down the fishing competitions in the harbour because the winning fish in the last competition was an undersized snapper. There were eels and bugger all of anything else.

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“You couldn't get a stronger advocate for Raglan or for the environment than me but we're going backwards. Raglan is now on the decline again. Things are slipping,” he says. Before and after planting the harbour edge. Sediment’s increasing in the harbour, there’s a growing population, climate change and the loss of Harbour Care means Raglan my trees or our community’s trees, the cows can no longer consider itself one of the most are in trouble, and the farmer that let them in environmentally friendly towns in Aotearoa, there.” he says. He’s convinced the closure of Harbour “How backwards are we going? We’ve lost our nursery, it’s sad for Raglan. We started it and we’re the first to fold. It's just gutting and who let us down? The people that live here, the ratepayers that didn't vote, our own community,” he says.

“It’s changed that much. When we first started Harbour Care, we had the commercial fishers Hartstone Fisheries, at the nursery. We had barbecues with fish from them. The guy from the quarry, he used to bring out truckloads of metal for our road, and all free. The community was there, helping growing plants, doing stuff and they’ve dwindled away. And then come the election, I got 1000 less votes.”

Care is a tipping point for environmental decline in Raglan, particularly with climate change making it even harder to fight back. “The problem now is in germinating mānuka seed at the nursery. Before, it would grow like weeds but we had to reseed three times over the last four or five years because of the heat and humidity, the climate’s changed that much. You're getting funguses and humidity diseases. And you go up the harbour now on an incoming tide at 3pm, the water is that hot it’s cooking. The plants, the Before and after planting at Manu Bay. crabs have gone.”

At the 2022 Waikato Regional Council elections, Fred – who had served two terms – missed re-election by 1321 votes to Pamela Storey and Noel Smith.

Alongside those challenges, Fred says anyone taking up the fight to reverse the current environmental decline has to take the community with them, particularly with many Raglan businesses reliant on a clean and healthy environment.

Fred says there’re several reasons Harbour Care has closed, some are what he sees as the privatisation of the work Harbour Care used to carry out, with outside organisations - and plants - being brought into the town.

“You can't live without a healthy environment. There's no economy without a healthy environment.” But we are not without hope, albeit not much, he reckons.

“There's no pride in having somebody else do that work on your whenua, there’s no pride in place.”

“Raglan’s proved it can be done. We've been to rock bottom and we’ve come back. But you’ve got to be strong and the community’s got to listen. But is our community able to support them? Is the council going to support them?”

“Like all that planting that was done up there at Ngāruawāhia; if the cows got in there, I couldn’t give a stuff. But if they were

Fred doesn’t have much hope either question will receive a positive answer so it’s no surprise he’s angry and bitter, but overwhelmingly, the glisten in his eye shows how sad he is about the closure of an organisation he’s so passionate about and one that’s achieved so much yet had so much more to do. “What a waste, when I’ve put so much in and offered so much, because it's been so positive, you know. Incredibly proud to see what was one of the dirtiest harbours become one of the cleanest. “The mistake, I think, was actually becoming a politician.”

Raglan Film Festival – industry experts here in Raglan, something for everyone News from the Raglan Old School Arts Centre

FILM FEST WORKSHOP WITH GUEST

MICHAEL BENNET (NGĀTI PIKIAO, NGĀTI WHAKAUE) A SCREENWRITER AND DIRECTOR. MICHAEL’S SHORT FILMS AND FEATURE FILMS HAVE SCREENED AND WON AWARDS INTERNATIONALLY, INCLUDING CANNES, TORONTO, BERLIN, LOCARNO, NEW YORK AND LONDON.

FEBRUARY 17, 2024 | 9:30AM-5:00PM RAGLAN OLD SCHOOL ART CENTRE HOSTED BY MARYANN TUAO

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REFRESHMENTS AND LUNCH WILL BE PROVIDED

Registration link: www.raglanfilmfestival.co.nz/workshops/

Matt Hicks is a Waikato based writer/producer/director/ actor best known as the Producer of Waikato indie feature ‘Home Kills’ (which premiered at the 2023 NZIFF) and the forthcoming indie feature ‘The Tavern’.

re you an environmental group or have an interest in sustainable actions that make a difference? The Raglan Film Festival can provide a platform for you to document and record your story for sharing to a wider audience and we would LOVE to hear from you! With new funding support received from Raglan Food Co. we are looking to support, encourage and actively engage key community groups who are doing ‘good and great’ things in our community. We would love to have films that tell a story to raise awareness and further profile the important mahi which supports our environmental & sustainable community infrastructure here in Whaingaroa Raglan. We also have lots in store for emerging, new and experienced film makers planned over the month of February. We are excited to have two workshops coming up to help hone your film making skills. Jacqueline, Film Festival Coordinator says ‘we are extremely fortunate to have workshop leaders of the calibre of Matt Hicks and Michael Bennet visit Raglan to share their film making skills and knowledge with our community’

Michael Bennet (Ngāti Pikiao, Ngāti Whakaue) is a screenwriter and Director. Michael’s short films and feature films have screened and won awards internationally, including at Cannes, Toronto, Berlin, Locarno, New York and London. Our first workshop ‘Producing Films. What I’ve learnt so far’ presented by Matt Hicks is scheduled for Saturday 10th February. Matt is a Waikato based writer/producer/director/ actor best known as the Producer of Waikato indie feature ‘Home Kills’ (which premiered at the 2023 NZIFF) and the forthcoming indie feature ‘The Tavern’. Matt’s workshop will detail the highs and lows he’s experienced making low budget features in an honest, warts and all fashion. In the workshop, Matt will cover his journey from making YouTube videos with friends to producing feature length films. The course will cover many topics including writing scripts/ pitching/ preproduction/ post-production. The course promises to be raw, honest and practical with lessons applicable to filmmakers of any age/experience. This is a two-part workshop. Come along for either the morning or afternoon workshop or both.Lunch is provided, and bookings are essential. Our second workshop on Saturday 17th February will be presented by Michael Bennet (Ngāti Pikiao, Ngāti Whakaue). A screenwriter and Director, Michael’s short films and feature films have screened and won awards internationally, including at Cannes, Toronto, Berlin, Locarno, New York and London. Hosted and organised by Maryann Tuao – refreshments and lunch will be provided. This one-day rollercoaster ride will be

The Raglan Film Festival Workshop is a one-day rollercoaster introduction to writing for the screen. The workshop is a fun, fast-paced tour through the writing toolbox of an acclaimed screenwriter, using short films, music videos and excerpts from great movies to explore the fundamentals of storytelling for the screen. The workshop is suitable for new screenwriters, for artists coming to screenwriting from other disciplines, and for experienced writers in search of a bootcamp refresher.

THIS WORKSHOP IS MADE POSSIBLE THANKS TO RAGLAN OLD SCHOOL ARTS CENTRE, WAIKATO SCREEN AND WAIKATO DISTRICT COUNCIL CREATIVE COMMUNITIES.

an introduction to writing for the screen. The workshop will be a fun, fast-paced tour through the writing toolbox of an acclaimed screenwriter, using short films, music videos and excerpts from great movies to explore the fundamentals of storytelling for the screen. The workshop is suitable for new screenwriters, for artists coming to screenwriting from other disciplines and for experienced writers in search of a boot camp refresher. Registration online for both workshops is essential, to secure your spot at either one or both workshops, book online https://www.raglanfilmfestival.co.nz/workshops/. Both workshops are $5 each to attend thanks to the funding support from Waikato Screens NZ, Waikato District Council Creative Communities and Raglan Community Board. If you want to be a part of the Raglan Film Festival 2024, submit your entry form online – all films must be submitted by Friday 1st March. Our Raglan Film Festival opens Thursday 16th May and our RAFFA awards ceremony is Saturday 25th May. For further information, contact Film Festival coordinator Jacqueline jacqueline@raglanartscentre.co.nz check us out on FB @raglanfilmfestival or visit our website www.raglanfilmfestival.co.nz

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FROM DTI LAWYERS

Employment Law Update: Changes to 90-Day Trial Periods

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By Jaime Lomas, Director DTI Lawyers

ollowing legislation changes in December 2023, employers of all sizes are legally allowed to use trial periods again.

Common pitfalls Some of the most common reasons for trial periods being deemed to be invalid and termination resulting in an unjustified dismissal claim include:

Trial periods (if introduced legally) allow employers to terminate employment within the initial 90 days without facing personal grievance claims for unjustified dismissal. However, while this flexibility is advantageous for employers, trial periods have faced strict interpretation, which often results in employers being held liable for errors in their implementation. For this reason it is important that employers are aware of those legal requirements in order to avoid pitfalls and liabilities.

• An employee has worked for the employer previously. • The employee was informed about the 90-day trial period after they accepted a verbal or written offer of employment. • The employee was not given a written employment agreement. • The wording of an employment agreement does not comply with section 67A of the Employment Relations Act. • The employee was not advised they were entitled to seek independent advice about the agreement and given a reasonable opportunity for that to happen (in breach of s63A of the Employment Relations Act).

What are the legal requirements? The foundation for a legally sound trial period lies in Sections 67A and 67B of the Employment Relations Act 2000: 1. Applicability to New Employees: Trial periods are exclusive to new hires, and employers must confirm there are no prior employment relationships.

• The employee did not sign the employment agreement, or, did not sign the agreement until after starting work.

2. Written Agreement: A valid trial period must be included in the employment agreement and be explicitly agreed upon and signed in writing before the employee starts work.

• The employer gave notice after 90 days. • The employment agreement referred to a trial period of 3 months, not 90 days and notice of dismissal was given at 3 months, which was 91 days and therefore fell outside the 90 day statutory timeframe.

3. Key Terms Inclusion: The employment agreement must explicitly state the trial period terms, including the right to dismiss within the first 90 days without the possibility of a personal grievance claim.

• The employment agreement referred to a probationary period not trial period. (Language matters, these are not the same).

4. Notice Period: A distinct notice period must be included in the agreement, separate from the general termination provision.

Given this significant legislative change, it is an opportune time for all employers to be reviewing their employment agreements to incorporate the use of trial periods and to ensure the clause is legally compliant. For further advice on the use of trial periods, please contact Jaime Lomas at DTI Lawyers: jaime@dtilawyers.co.nz

5. Employee Awareness: Employees should be informed in writing of their right to seek independent advice, with a reasonable opportunity provided to obtain that advice.

K N OW YOU R L AW Y ER — JA IM E LO M AS Jaime Lomas is a Director at DTI Lawyers, and alongside Andrea Twaddle, heads the Employment Law Team. Jaime has extensive experience in employment law and dispute resolution. She takes a pragmatic and practical approach to achieve commercial and workable solutions for her clients. She is committed to understanding the issues her clients face and the impact on their businesses or on them personally. Her working philosophy is that obtaining a better understanding of her clients’ needs is key to give them tailored advice to enable them to achieve their goals and objectives. With both a specialist Employment Team and a Commercial/Property Team, Jaime and the team at DTI are well placed to meet your legal needs and look forward to working with you.

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aglan mushroom farm, Mushrooms by the Sea, well-known for its gourmet mushrooms, has embarked on an ambitious new venture in the world of mushroom supplements. The farm's new venture, Mynd, aims to change New Zealand’s mushroom supplement industry with native New Zealand varieties. Mynd, born out of four years of meticulous research and cultivation by Mushrooms by the Sea, wants to help move New Zealand’s mushroom industry forward. The company's co-founder, Sean Mills, expresses his enthusiasm for Mynd, stating, "Four years of growing and studying New Zealand medicinal mushrooms has led to Mynd, our new venture, offering native New Zealand mushroom supplements—proudly grown in New Zealand." According to Mills, the mushroom supplements industry has seen rapid growth globally, but in New Zealand, 99% of products are imported from overseas. Mynd aims to change this by offering a local alternative, free from potential contaminants associated with overseas cultivation practices. The shift from gourmet mushrooms to mushroom supplements is also driven by a desire to provide a natural alternative for brain health and cognition. “Our audience ranges from those hoping to enhance productivity and creativity in their daily work, all the way to those focusing on recovery from brain injury or trauma and want to escape pharmaceuticals”, says Mills. Mynd’s first product, New Zealand Lion's Mane (Pekepeke-Kiore), is a natural mushroom supplement for brain health and performance, referred to as the "Smart Mushroom." It is cousin to the international species of Lion’s Mane (Hericium Erinaceus) and has been independently tested by

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government research agency Callaghan Innovation. Results indicate the presence of bioactive compounds Erinacines and Hericenones, the same two bioactive compounds that are responsible for its cousin’s brain function and health benefits. The venture aligns with the emerging bioeconomy opportunities identified by the New Zealand Ministry of Business, Innovation, and Employment (MBIE). Native NZ medicinal mushrooms are recognised as a significant opportunity in the country's bioeconomic future. The global medicinal mushroom market was valued at $3.5 billion in 2022 and continues to grow. The shift from gourmet to medicinal mushrooms may have opened a door of many possibilities for both Mynd and New Zealand’s mushroom industry. As Mynd takes its roots in the fertile grounds of Raglan, one can't help but be intrigued by the potential benefits of New Zealand's native mushrooms.

Raglan marks global day Mindfulness Talk of action for Palestine supplied by Suz Hall

supplied by Kate Hayward

An advocate of human rights for Palestine took up a lone, but central position in the Bow Street roundabout.

he median strip of Bow Street, Raglan offered welcome shade to the half-dozen who hosted an Information and Ceasefire Petition table to mark the Global Day of Action for Palestine on Saturday, January 13. Cooling watermelon slices were also on offer to those who stopped to chat from midmorning to noon. Kate Hayward, a resident

of Raglan (on and off) for over 30 years organised the petition table. “There are quite a few Raglan people who make the trip to Hamilton to attend Saturday Palestine solidarity rallies,” says Hayward. “I thought folks would appreciate being able to do something to support the children of Gaza right here in Whaaingaroa.” Anyone interested in another information day or documentary film for locals are invited to email PHRCWaikato@gmail.com.

till mind; an introduction to zen life. For the past 40 years Paul Taylor has been living and teaching a way of life which has its roots in Buddhism, adapted to suit the Western mind and the modern world – an approach pioneered by his own teacher, John Garrie Rōshi. Paul’s approach is to go deeply into the body/mind relationship, unlocking physical tension patterns and behaviours which

impede our attempts to find wellbeing and keep us from our freedom. Only by cultivating familiarity with the way the body and mind work can we begin to recognise the true causes of unhappiness and find a path out. Paul will be giving a free talk about this practice Wednesday 31 January 6:30pm - 8:00pm, at the Old School Art Centre, Stewart St, Raglan. He also teaches weekly classes in Raglan. For more details email Suz Hall raglansuz@hotmail.com

A new generation of ōi chicks takes flight Written by Holly Dove their burrows and fly seaward as adult birds.

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Seabird ranger Georgia while out banding chicks this season.

s the new year kicks off, the Karioi Project team are relieved to have made it through another busy ōi season, getting six new ōi chicks to the stage where they can safely leave

Despite a few challenges, the ōi population which nest in burrows around the coastline of Whāingaroa is growing slowly but surely with the help of volunteers and the local community. Each week over the breeding season - which runs from May to December - a dedicated team of ‘burrow buddies’ visit the burrows to monitor the bird’s activity and respond to predator threats. Seabird ranger Georgia Cummings leads the programme and checks the 24-hour field cameras near the burrows. “We started the season with a good amount of activity and adult ōi regularly visiting burrows and laying eggs, but unfortunately as the season progressed we had a notable fall off in activity including quite a few abandoned eggs,” Georgia says. “Despite these setbacks, we ended up with six ōi chicks fledging from the burrows.” “A highlight for me was seeing our 50th chick fledge - a big milestone for these seabirds and something we’ve been

working towards over the past ten years,” Georgia says. “I love getting up close and personal with ōi chicks while helping with banding and it feels really rewarding knowing our population here in Whāingaroa is growing – we’re on the right track,” she says. The resilient chicks who survived to fledge will head to sea for approximately seven years before coming back to their natal colonies to pair and breed. During this time they roam thousands of kilometres, mainly staying in the Tasman Sea and the Australian coast, but also north into the Coral Sea. “The next step for our team is maintaining and extending our trapping and bait station network so we can better protect next season's chicks,” says Georgia. Thanks to long-term monitoring and intensive predator control, 53 ōi chicks have fledged from Karioi in the past six years. This result is a testimony to a community that has come together and made a real difference to a vulnerable bird species and a threatened ecosystem. Want to contribute? Become a regular volunteer, trap at home, or donate to the project.

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EnviroMatters whāingaroa.org.nz

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Our year in review:

2023

116 Food security events 7,858 participants 2,368 packets of seeds distributed

Growers markets

6,985

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48 member households 1,538 Tools loANED

Beach Cleans

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91.90

KGs of trash retrieved

89 events with Timebank 558 timebank trades 1,184.50 timebank hours exchanged 196 timebank members

9 Science nights 300 participants

4 repair cafes 52 items repaired 110 Kgs of waste prevented

6 other community events 204 more participants

12-4pm | Saturday 2 March 2024 | Papahua Reserve Māui Dolphin Day is back! Māui Dolphin Day is a collaborative community festival which highlights the endangered Popoto/Māui Dolphin, the importance of our marine environment and our community's creative spirit. The first Māui Dolphin Day was in 2004 - that’s 20 years ago! Throughout the event, there will be live entertainment on stage, activities and performances around the site, food stalls fundraising for community groups, information from different nationwide organisations, ending with the impressive, hilarious, “fall-aparty” Recycled Raft Race. Māui dolphins are the smallest out of the 30 identified dolphin species in the world's oceans. Raglan is known for its close connection to this dolphin, we’re right in the middle of their limited range - the Whāingaroa catchment flows into the west coast waters which are home to the Māui Dolphin. In the 1970s, it’s estimated there were around 1,600 Māui dolphins, now there is an estimated population of only 48-64 left. Māui dolphins are endemic to Aotearoa, and they should be treated no differently to the more effectively protected endemic species such as the iconic Kiwi. Most of the Māui Dolphins threats are human induced and its survival depends on how our coastal communities change our behaviour to reduce these threats and bring back our iconic dolphin. The focus of Māui Dolphin Day is to share the current situation for the dolphin, what’s next in terms of its recovery plan and what coastal communities like ours can do to save and protect them and more widely our marine environment.

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Get your name/teams name engraved on one of the trophies! Race categories are: 1st: Raddest Recycled Raft 2nd: Best Team Raft 3rd: Most Ambitious Raft + Best Junior Raft (Under 16) + Fastest Raft Rafts must be made out of at least 80% recycled material. You can't use existing water vessels like kayaks/SUP etc. Go up to Kaahu's Nest at Xtreme Zero Waste and get 50% off building materials or create a raft from what’s lying around your shed and garden! We’re also looking for Clubs/Organisation/Community Groups keen to host a fundraising stalls. Get in touch! For information about the event or to sign up for the Recycled Raft Race, head to: www.whaingaroa.org.nz/maui-dolphin-day Massive thank you to Raglan Food Co. for sponsoring Māui Dolphin Day 2024 Huge appreciation to The SHACK for sponsoring our EnviroMatters page every month for so many years.

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Star-studded Sunday Session coming your way in Raglan

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Planning ahead for your business I

t's important to take time to reflect on your business strategies and plan. It does not have to be a difficult or time consuming task and this time of year -before you get into the next financial year - is an ideal time to do it. Taking time to plan can make sure you work on the right thing every day and ensure you are clear and focused about what you want to achieve. This will help align your team so you’re all working toward the same thing. You can choose the type of business plan that works for you – you may like to have a document, or a business canvas might work better. No matter the template you use it is important to keep it short, simple and easy to understand. Keep your goals realistic and relevant to what is going on in the economy and in your industry. Use Stats NZ’s Data for Business website to find useful business tools and statistics. If it’s relevant for your business get out and speak with your customers to gain understanding of how your product works for them and whether it’s something they would pay for.

Daddy Ad from Trojan Sound System joins the Raglan Sunday Sessions lineup.

aglan is set to host a banging Sunday Session this Auckland Anniversary Weekend, featuring the illustrious DJ Colleen Cosmo Murphy hailing from the U.S.A. and the distinguished London-based Trojan Sound System with Selector Daddy Ad. As testimonials go, this one provided by Vinyl Factory when discussing Colleen ‘Cosmo’ Murphy takes some beating: “The biggest heroes of the underground typically wouldn’t describe themselves as such. Frankie Knuckles, Kelli Hand, Andrew Weatherall...all possessed a humility that made them even more honourable and endearing, and they went about their business with little regard for fame and a distaste for industry bullshit. Colleen ‘Cosmo’ Murphy falls firmly into this category.” But really, anyone who has followed Murphy’s endlessly fascinating life in music shouldn’t be surprised to see her lauded in such terms. She is – much like the electronic totems she’s compared to above – a lifer: someone that has dedicated every inch of her soul and being to the pursuit of music. As such, she’s been guided by an array of motivations. Whether she’s DJing at her Love Dancin’ sound system at Gilles Peterson’s We Out Here festival, musically hosting the Loft parties, curating a Classic Album Sundays event at the Royal Albert Hall, presenting her weekly Balearic Breakfast radio show or remixing Róisín Murphy there’s always an abundance of impulses bubbling away. There’s the desire to entertain – to put a smile on people’s faces; a need to curate – to give the audience more than just a song; and an extension of this is education. Not in any dictatorial fashion, it’s more about turning people on to new sounds, new ways of thinking, maybe even new ways of living.

Originally from Massachusetts via New York City and now in London, she started out collecting classic rock and pop albums, moved on to punk and dance music, and began her own radio show in high school. She then started spinning records and was mentored by David Mancuso, known for his seminal parties at The Loft in NYC. A highly respected and experienced musical selector and curator, she is an authority on music, sound and the vinyl renaissance Daddy Ad: Trojan Sound System (UK) Reformed in 2004, London based Trojan Sound System are an institution in Sound System culture, representing the most seminal reggae and ska record label in history. Daddy Ad hails from the Roots and Reality Sound System, which he originally founded with Earl Gateshead before re-founding Trojan Sound System together with Trojan Records. He has worked with legends including; Eek-A-Mouse, Tappa Zukie, Dennis Alcapone and Horace Andy amongst many others, and has always pushed for new sounds and acts to break through. Ad believes many contemporary forms of music are direct descendants of reggae and its varied sub-genres and his mission has been to cross reggae music and culture back into contemporary clubs and festivals, which they successfully achieved. His experience as a drummer and audiophile has led Ad in a direction to be responsible for the crew’s FXs, mixing and trademark Hi-fi sound. Legendary recording artists including Lee ‘Scratch’ Perry, Dr Alimantado, Tippa Irie, Big Youth, Ranking Joe, Dawn Penn, Dillinger & Dennis Alcapone have all worked with the Trojan Sound team. SUN 28th JAN (THE YOT CLUB) COLLEEN 'COSMO' MURPHY (NYC) & TROJAN SOUND SYSTEM (UK)

Do a SWOT analysis to determine your strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats. Ask your advisor or mentor to review your plan and give you feedback and suggested improvements. If you don't have an advisor, contact us at the chamber to have a chat about your options to find support in your industry. When it comes to implementing your plan: • Keep your business plan as a living document – don’t leave it to gather dust on a shelf. • Make sure it’s easily accessible and top-of-mind for you and your team. • Reflect your goals in the day-to-day operations of your business. • Outline the most practical and cost-effective way to achieve each goal – make a note of any extra resources you’ll need. • Make it clear these goals are the top priority for the business. Business.govt.nz has two excellent business plan templates for use. One plan takes you right back to the beginning of business basics - with thinking prompts for a Vision and Mission and helping you define your strategy. It also helps you define key roles and key responsibilities, so this is also excellent if you are looking for a change in your business direction or staffing. If you are confident with the overall vision and mission of your business and just want to get some key objectives set out and able to be measured, you can use the 10-step quick focus business plan that keeps everything on a series of ‘snapshot’ pages. This plan helps outline clear tasks and goals, right down to jobs and tasks you and the team can all understand and participate in. https://www.business.govt.nz/getting-started/ business-planning-tools-and-tips/how-to-write-a-business-plan As always, contact us for any support: info@raglanchamber. co.nz

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3578 State RAGLAN 201 Road 23 3578Checkley State Highway Highway 23 RAGLAN 201 Checkley Checkley Road Road RAGLAN 201 Pretty Productive 38ha 3578 State Highway 23 RAGLAN 201Retreat Checkley Rural PrettyNative Productive 38haRoad RAGLAN Rural Native Retreat Checkley Road RAGLAN Quality, easy 201 contour, fertile, beautiful, practical, productive Pretty Productive 38ha

With rural views and mature bush providing privacy Quality, easy contour, fertile, native beautiful, practical, productive Rural Native Retreat With rural views and mature native bush privacy Withversatile rural views and mature native bush providing providing privacy Rural Native and are all that accurately describe this 38ha and and no covenants to restrict the home you build versatile areRetreat all words words that accurately describe this 38ha Quality, easy contour, fertile, beautiful, practical, productive and shelter, shelter, and no covenants to restrict the home you build With rural views and mature native bush providing privacy and shelter, and no covenants to restrict the home you build property. Located only 6km from Raglan this property can With rural views mature native bush providing privacy or limit development these sections provide an opportunity property. Located 6km from Raglan this property can and versatile are and allonly words that accurately describe this 38ha or limit development these sections provide an opportunity and shelter, and no covenants to restrict the home you build or limit development these sections provide an opportunity grow almost anything; quality pasture and horticulture with and shelter, and noonly covenants to Raglan restrict the home youcan build to build your dream home. Building platforms are nearly flat, grow almost anything; quality pasture and horticulture with property. Located 6km from this property to build your dream home. Building platforms are nearly flat, or limit development these sections provide an opportunity to build your dream home. Building platforms are nearly flat, established avocados and citrus orchards nearby to name aa or limit development these sections provide anare opportunity so no need for complex earthworks and power to established avocados and citrus orchards nearby tothe name grow almost anything; quality pasture and horticulture with so no need for complex earthworks and power to the to build your dream home. Building platforms nearly so nomaking need for complex earthworks and power to the flat, few, this farm suitable for all sorts of opportunities. to build your dream home. Building platforms are nearly flat, sections is connected. Titles for the 8,000m² and 1.6ha few, making this farm suitable for all sorts of opportunities. established avocados and citrus orchards nearby to name a sections is connected. connected. Titles for the the 8,000m² 8,000m² andto1.6ha 1.6ha so no need for complexTitles earthworks and power the sections is for and so nomaking need for complex earthworks and power to1.6ha the sections are yet to come through but are all approved. few, this farm suitable for all sorts of opportunities. are yet to come through but are all approved. sections is connected. Titles for the 8,000m² and sections are yet to come through but are all approved. sections Titles for the 8,000m² 1.6ha sections is areconnected. yet to come through but are all and approved. pggwre.co.nz/HAM37618 sections are yet to come through but are all approved. pggwre.co.nz/HAM39008 pggwre.co.nz/HAM37618 pggwre.co.nz/HAM39008 pggwre.co.nz/HAM39008 pggwre.co.nz/HAM37618 pggwre.co.nz/HAM39008 pggwre.co.nz/HAM39008

$750,000 $750,000 22 11 $750,000 GST Inclusive GST $750,000 GST Inclusive Inclusive 2 1 PRICE BY NEGOTIATION $750,000 PRICE BY NEGOTIATION GST Inclusive Plus GST (if any) GST Inclusive Plus GST (if any) Only VIEW PRICEBy BYAppointment NEGOTIATION VIEW By Appointment Appointment Only Only VIEW By Plus GST any) By(ifAppointment Only VIEW By Appointment Only VIEW By Appointment Only VIEW By Appointment Only VIEW Richard Richard Thomson Thomson Richard Thomson Richard Thomson M 027 294 8625 Richard Thomson M 027 294 8625 Richard Thomson M 027 294 8625 richard.thomson@pggwrightson.co.nz E Richard Thomson M 294 8625 richard.thomson@pggwrightson.co.nz E 027 richard.thomson@pggwrightson.co.nz E richard.thomson@pggwrightson.co.nz M 027 294 8625 E Richard Thomson richard.thomson@pggwrightson.co.nz M 027 294 8625 E richard.thomson@pggwrightson.co.nz E M 027 294 8625 richard.thomson@pggwrightson.co.nz E E richard.thomson@pggwrightson.co.nz

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RAGLAN 826 Ruakiwi Road

Large Lifestyle

$3.5M

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4 $995,000 $1.35M $995,000 $1.35M 4 $1.35M GST Inclusive GST Inclusive GST Inclusive $995,000 $1.35M GST Inclusive $1.35M GST Inclusive 1.00-1.30pm, VIEW GST Inclusive 1.00-1.30pm, Sunday Sunday 12 12 November November VIEW GST Inclusive By Appointment Only VIEW By Appointment Only VIEW 1.00-1.30pm, Sunday 12 VIEW By Appointment Only November By Appointment Only VIEW Richard Thomson Richard Thomson Only By Thomson Appointment VIEW Richard Richard Thomson M 027 294 8625 Richard Thomson Richard Thomson M 027 294 8625 M 027 294 8625 richard.thomson@pggwrightson.co.nz EE027 Richard Thomson 027 294 8625 MM 294 8625 richard.thomson@pggwrightson.co.nz richard.thomson@pggwrightson.co.nz richard.thomson@pggwrightson.co.nz M 027 294 8625 E Richard Thomson richard.thomson@pggwrightson.co.nz richard.thomson@pggwrightson.co.nz EE M 294 8625 richard.thomson@pggwrightson.co.nz E 027 M 027 294 8625 richard.thomson@pggwrightson.co.nz E E richard.thomson@pggwrightson.co.nz

4 24 2 4 $1.45M 2 $895,000 $1.45M $895,000 2 $895,000 GST Inclusive

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This 27.09ha rural block is move in ready with wellestablished gardens, a comfortable home and handy farm improvements. 11 Parker Access Road WAITETUNA 9B, 9C, 61 Pond Road 11for Parker Access Road RAGLAN WAITETUNA 9A, 9B, 9C, 61 and and 93beef Pond Road The farm is 9A, set up sheep or93 with yards in place 9A, 9B, 9C, 61 and 93 Pond Road RAGLAN Access Granted 11supply Parker Access Road WAITETUNA and a great water from the newly installed bore. 9A, 9B, 9C, 61 and 93 Pond Road Raglan Rural Sections Access Granted RAGLAN Raglan Rural Sections 9A,condition 9B, 9C, 614-stand andfor 93those Pondshed Roadcould RAGLAN The excellent wool This is an exciting opportunity looking aabe newly Access Granted Five sections to Sections choose from, all all flat land, for easy This sections is anRural exciting opportunity fornearly thoseflat looking for newly Raglan Five to choose from, easy Five sections to choose from, area. all nearly nearly flat land, land, easy Raglan Rural Sections used as sites, aexciting calf shed, workshop, accommodation oraKarioi built home in aafantastic friendly quiet Situated on an elevated building rural views including Mount built home in friendly quiet area. Situated on an elevated This is an opportunity for those looking for newly building sites,tofantastic fantastic rural views including Mount Karioi Five sections choose rural from,views all nearly flat land, easyKarioi building sites, including Mount sunny north rise, this high quality and thoughtfully storage. Five sections to choose from, all nearly flat land, and the Raglan windfarm. Hamilton is an an easy commute sunny north facing rise, rural thisHamilton high quality and thoughtfully built home infacing afantastic friendly quiet area. Situated on aneasy elevated and the Raglan windfarm. is easy commute building sites, views including Karioi and the Raglan windfarm. Hamilton isthe an original easyMount commute laid three bedroom home has aaincluding huge kitchen, dining Setout back from the roadrural for privacy, building sites, fantastic views Mount Karioi being only 32km away. laid out three bedroom home has huge kitchen, dining sunny north facing rise, this high quality and thoughtfully being only 32km away. and the Raglan windfarm. Hamilton is an easy commute being only 32km away. and living areas. The 8,059m2 section fenced with aa homestead has four bedrooms including the and the Raglan windfarm. Hamilton isis easy commute Sections ranging from approximately 6,000m² tomaster 8,000², with living areas. The 8,059m2 section isanwell well fenced with with laid out three bedroom home has a huge kitchen, dining Sections ranging from approximately 6,000m² to 8,000², being only 32km away. Sections ranging frompaddock, approximately 6,000m² to 8,000², with water trough in each aawill large chicken coop with bedroom with ensuite. You will find the floorplan to be being only 32km away. freehold titles, ready to go and be fenced by settlement. water trough in each paddock, large chicken coop with and living areas. The 8,059m2 section is well fenced with a freehold titles, ready to go and will be fenced by settlement. Sections ranging fromtoapproximately 6,000m² to settlement. 8,000², with freehold titles, ready go and will be fenced by run and aaranging dog for the precious pooch. generous and laid out with family living in mind, and Sections from approximately 6,000m² to settlement. 8,000², Get in early to select your dream section. run and dog motel for the precious pooch. water trough inmotel each paddock, awill large chicken coop withwith Get in early to select your dream section. freehold titles, ready to go and be fenced by Get in early to select your dream section. there isatitles, adog swimming for the warmer months. freehold ready for topool go and will bepooch. fenced by settlement. run the precious Get and in early to motel select your dream section. pggwre.co.nz/HAM37630 Get in early to select your dream section. pggwre.co.nz/HAM38947 pggwre.co.nz/HAM37630 pggwre.co.nz/HAM38947 pggwre.co.nz/HAM38947 pggwre.co.nz/HAM37630 pggwre.co.nz/HAM36677 pggwre.co.nz/HAM38947 pggwre.co.nz/HAM38947

$1.25M

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GST Inclusive $1.45M GST Inclusive $895,000 GST Inclusive $895,000 GST Inclusive By VIEW GST Inclusive By Appointment Appointment Only Only VIEW GST Inclusive Appointment Only VIEW By Appointment Only By Appointment VIEW By By Appointment Only Only By Appointment Only VIEW Richard By Thomson Appointment Richard Thomson Only VIEW Richard Thomson

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$640,000

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RAGLAN RAGLAN RAGLAN RAGLAN Bare LotSale 5 1549 Whaanga Road Bare Land Land for for Sale

Bare Land for Sale Land forSection Sale •Bare 34 Manukau Road, Outstanding • 34 Manukau Road, 607m², 607m², asking asking $440K $440K

•• 34 Manukau Road, 607m², asking $440K 3956A State Highway 23, asking $750K 3956A State Highway 23, 8,002m², 8,002m², asking $750K •Up for 34 Manukau Road, lifestyle 607m², asking grabs is a prime section$440K overlooking 3956A State Highway 23, 8,002m², asking $750Kthe ••• 565 Okete Road, 8,004m², asking $850K 565 Okete 8,004m², asking $850K 3956A StateRoad, Highway 23, 8,002m², asking $750K amazing Ruapuke beach. Secure this spot now and •• 565 Okete Road, 8,004m², asking $850K State Highway 23, by 3578B State Highway 23, 8,021m², 8,021m², by negotiation negotiation •enjoy3578B 565 Okete Road, 8,004m², asking $850K the best views for decades to come! The title has 3578BWhaanga State Highway 23, 8,021m², by negotiation ••• 1517 Road, asking $690K 1517 Whaanga Road,to8,025m², 8,025m², asking $690K 3578B State 23, 8,021m², bynow! negotiation issuedGetHighway talking your builder ••been1517 Whaanga Road, 8,025m², asking $690K Road, 1.1007ha, asking $690K 1597 Whaanga 1.1007ha, asking $690K •This 1597 1517 Whaanga Road, 8,025m², asking $690K section is 1.1007ha (more or less), giving you 1597 Whaanga Road, 1.1007ha, asking $690K ••• 116 Maungatawhiri Road, 1.3164ha, asking $875K 116 Maungatawhiri Road, 1.3164ha, asking $875K 1597 Whaanga Road, 1.1007ha, asking $690K forMaungatawhiri a family lifestyle home and the asking land to$875K go ••space116 Road, 1.3164ha, 154 Hills Road, 10.825ha, asking $2M 154 Hills Road, 10.825ha, asking $2Masking •with 116 Maungatawhiri Road, 1.3164ha, $875K it. In one direction you have incredible and unique •• Pond Road, 7.498ha, asking $900k 646 Te Road, 15.0492ha, asking 646 Te Mata Mata Road, 15.0492ha, $1.2M •views154 Road, 10.825ha, $2M $1.2M of Hills Ruapuke beach, and asking in theasking other have •I have154 Hills Road, 10.825ha, asking $2M you aa diverse variety excellent sections and I have diverse variety of excellent sections and bare bare •spectacular 646 Te Mata Road, of 15.0492ha, asking $1.2M mountains. The driveway has been • 646 Te MataforRoad, 15.0492ha, asking- give $1.2M land properties sale to suit all buyers me aa for sale toexcellent suit all buyers - give me Iland haveproperties a diverse variety of sections and bare constructed. Areas of covenanted and tracked native Icall have a diverse variety of excellent sections and bare today to find the right site for your dream build. call today to find the right site forbuyers your build. land properties sale to suit all - give me ayou bush, habitat forfor abundant bird aredream all around land properties for sale to suit alllife, buyers - give me a call today to findlocation. the right site for your dream build. in this stunning call today to find the right site for your dream build. pggwre.co.nz/staff/richard-thomson/current-listings/ pggwre.co.nz/staff/richard-thomson/current-listings/ pggwre.co.nz/staff/richard-thomson/current-listings/ pggwre.co.nz/staff/richard-thomson/current-listings/ pggwre.co.nz/HAM34524

SOLD - 11 Parker Access Road, Waitetuna

FOR FOR SALE SALE FOR SALE FOR SALE $795,000

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The DeSotos make their debut in Raglan

Music at the Raglan Old School Arts Centre

he DeSotos are a leading New Zealand Americana roots act and released their first album 'Cross Your Heart' to great acclaim back in 2008, with it being chosen as NZ Album of the Year by the then National Radio music reviewer Manu Taylor. It went on to become the soundtrack to TVNZ's 'South' TV series. This album was followed up by 2011's Your Highway for Tonight, described by Tony Moon of the Weekend Sun, Tauranga as "New Zealand music at its best". Both these albums featured cameo appearances by local legend Midge Marsden on the blues harp, and keyboard player Ron Stevens - also a Raglan local. In 2023 the band acquired the services of legendary drummer Greg Tell on the skins. L A born, Greg has a massive international music CV including performing live with Renee Geyer for many years, and recording four albums with her. The DeSotos tour regularly and performed at Tauranga's 60th Anniversary National Jazz Festival in April 2023 amongst a bunch of other concerts and shows, but this will be their first time performing in Raglan.

Lead singer and guitarist Paul Gurney released his new album 'Blue Horizon' in late 2022 which went on to become the most-played NZ album on international roots radio stations for five weeks in April / May 2023. He performed showcases in Nashville and other international dates in September 2023 on the back of the album's success. With a classic line-up of guitar, keyboards, bass and drums, The DeSotos perform an eclectic show that touches on Americana, country rock and blues, and is defined by strong vocals and top musicianship. As well as their original material they play selected covers from some of their favourite artists including Tom Petty, Neil Young and the Allman Brothers Band. The band will be back in the studio in 2024, and are looking forward to rocking their first Raglan show at The Yard on February 2nd! Tickets are available through Eventfinda or at the door. The Chronicle has a double pass to give away to the Raglan show. To enter the competition, email info@ raglanchronicle.co.nz with the subject line 'DeSotos' and your name and contact number.

wo of the best contemporary folk duos from the UK and AUS/NZ come together for a unique double show at Raglan Old School Arts Centre on Saturday 17th February. Grounded in Anglo/Celtic tradition, Winter Wilson and Sadie & Jay's contemporary music steers toward Americana folk and roots. Kip Winter & Dave Wilson are one of the UK's hardest working acts, performing original songs in stunning harmony, interspersed with wicked humour. Besides touring the UK, Europe, Australia, NZ and Canada they have released ten critically-acclaimed albums. Individually they are talented but together they are simply glorious.

Sadie & Jay's exquisitely crafted songs, harmonies and magnetic stage presence will leave their music indelibly echoing in your musical memory. Jay's intricate finger style guitar and Sadie's melodic double bass create a vivid soundscape for their passionate song writing, from compelling epic tales and ballads to comical ditties and lively rag-time blues. Either one of these duos coming to town would be a sensational must-see. The two together will be an extraordinary double concert. Raglan Old School Arts Centre, Saturday 17th February .Doors 7:30pm Show starts 8pm. Tickets $25 Under the Radar. www. sadieandjaymusic.com, www. winterwilson.com\

Controlled purchase operation undertaken in Raglan supplied by Raglan Police

controlled purchase operation was undertaken in the Raglan Area in December 2023 checking licensed premises’ compliance with the Sale and Supply of Alcohol Act 2012 when selling alcohol. The vast majority of licensed premises performed well compared to previous operations held in the last five years. The joint Waikato Police, Te Whatu Ora (Ministry of Health) and Waikato District Councils’ liquor licensing operation checked a total of 13 licensed premises in the greater Raglan Area. Of the 13 licensed premises checked – only one failed by selling or supplying alcohol to

under-aged persons. Senior Sergeant David Hall stated that “the result of the operation was better than previously experienced and showed a willingness by On, Off and Club licence operators to continually assess and improve their systems and training”. Selling alcohol to under-age people or allowing already intoxicated people onto premises and continuing to serve alcohol to them, have great potential to cause alcohol related harm in our communities, Senior Sergeant Hall said. Alcohol can have a damaging effect on our youth, affecting their developing brain and behaviour that can result in health issues later in life or making poor decisions. We

know that alcohol affect’s people’s decision making, reflexes and responses making them a risk to themselves and others. They are more likely to become a victim of trips, falls or crashes and when a decision is made to get behind the wheel of a vehicle, this can then become deadly. Police are often called to family harm matters, public disorder, or road crashes where alcohol is too often a contributing factor. Alcohol harm is a significant factor affecting hospital emergency resources throughout the country. Hospital beds are needlessly taken up by people making poor decisions while consuming alcohol, and that directly affects people that need treatment for other illnesses who are made to wait.

Alcohol Healthwatch data shows that 78 per cent of the New Zealand population drink alcohol to some degree. “We will always have alcohol in our communities,” Senior Sergeant Hall said, “we just need to be smarter about reducing the risk associated with the manner in which we drink, and planning before we party.” We encourage people to look at https:// www.alcohol.org.nz/ for help and advice or contact the Liquor Licensing Officer at Waikato District Councils or Police. Also servewise.alcohol.org.nz, and https://www. ahw.org.nz/ are other good resources to be aware of.

Raglan iHub Community Information

Are you a local business provider and want to advertise with us? Call in and see us or sign up on website: www.raglanihub.nz We are open 7 days a week 10am–3pm supporting our Whaingaroa Community and visitors with information and local art for sale. 13 Wainui Road 07 825 0556 RAGLAN Chronicle 11

Open Home

FOR SALE

Close off half the house and enjoy an income from AirBnB, three bdrms with a full bathroom, separate entrance and plenty of space down your end of the house. Ph Melanie. For Sale By Negotiation View Sat, Sun, 27-28 January, 12.00 - 12.45pm rwraglan.co.nz/RAG30370

A home to be admired that definitely needs to be viewed. Situated on an easy care 537sqm approx of land is this four bedroom, three bathroom home. Ph Blair or Yana. For Sale $1.32m View Saturday 27 January, 12.00 - 12.45pm rwraglan.co.nz/RAG30347

A home with real cottage charm, versatile layout, all the comforts of modern family living, blessed with light, space and potential for extra income. Phone Julie or Melanie. For Sale By Negotiation View Saturday 27 January, 1.00 - 1.45pm rwraglan.co.nz/RAG30334

Three spacious bedrooms plus an office - master bedroom boasts fantastic views of the bar and harbour. Open plan living opens onto the deck. Ph Yana or Blair. For Sale By Negotiation View Saturday 27 January, 11.00 - 11.45am

11 Primrose Street, Raglan

Rosetown Realty Ltd Licensed REAA2008

54 Rangitahi Road, Raglan

Rosetown Realty Ltd Licensed REAA2008

30B Taipari Avenue, Raglan

33 Manukau Road, Raglan

Rosetown Realty Ltd Licensed REAA2008

rwraglan.co.nz/RAG30245 Rosetown Realty Ltd Licensed REAA2008

Open Home

FOR SALE

Sweeping views from the elevated 1366sqm (approx) site and features a four bdrm home with separate office, upgraded kitchen, expansive deck. Ph Julie or Melanie. For Sale By Negotiation View Sunday 28 January, 1.00 - 1.45pm rwraglan.co.nz/RAG30083

Modern three bedroom home, garage with internal access, on a fully fenced 648sqm (approx) section, in a family friendly neighbourhood. Phone Blair or Yana. For Sale By Negotiation View Saturday 27 January, 11.00 - 11.45am rwraglan.co.nz/RAG30341

Relaxed living in Raglan. This good sized three bedroom, two bathroom, two living areas, board and batten home is situated in perfect elevated privacy. Ph Blair or Yana. For Sale By Negotiation View Saturday 27 January, 12.00 - 12.45pm rwraglan.co.nz/RAG30338

A prime location and a position that celebrates the sights, sounds and scents of the ocean. Phone Julie. For Sale By Negotiation View Saturday & Sunday, 27-28 January, 1.00 - 1.45pm

41 Bay View Road, Raglan

Rosetown Realty Ltd Licensed REAA2008

2B Puka Place, Raglan

Rosetown Realty Ltd Licensed REAA2008

16 Calvert Road, Raglan

121 Maungatawhiri Road, Raglan

Rosetown Realty Ltd Licensed REAA2008

rwraglan.co.nz/RAG30331 Rosetown Realty Ltd Licensed REAA2008

Open Home

FOR SALE

AUCTION

Recently renovated and oozing with quintessential charm. Panoramic views of the inner harbour, air strip and golden sunsets. Phone Julie. For Sale By Negotiation View Saturday 27 January, 11.00 - 11.45am rwraglan.co.nz/RAG30357

Stunning north facing location. Impressive picturesque water and bush views. Positioned well, brand new, high spec kitchen. Private sun drenched decking. Phone Julie. For Sale By Negotiation View Saturday 27 January, 3.00 - 3.45pm rwraglan.co.nz/RAG30348

Showcasing timeless style, a simply luxurious presentation. All day sun through large scale windows and doors framed by Italian venetian plastered walls. Phone Julie. For Sale $2.2m View Saturday 27 January, 12.00 - 12.45pm rwraglan.co.nz/RAG30346

Tucked away to ensure your feeling of peace and tranquility while being right in the hub of Raglan. Ph Julie. Auction To be held on site, 3 February 2024 at 12.00pm, unless sold prior View Saturday 27 January, 11.00 - 11.45am

27 Norrie Avenue, Raglan

Rosetown Realty Ltd Licensed REAA2008

5B Sunshine Rise, Raglan

Rosetown Realty Ltd Licensed REAA2008

16 Rangitahi Road, Raglan

27B Cliff Street, Raglan

Rosetown Realty Ltd Licensed REAA2008

rwraglan.co.nz/RAG30364 Rosetown Realty Ltd Licensed REAA2008

Open Home

FOR SALE

This little box of treasures has three double bedrooms and is situated on a 809sqm (approx) fee simple title. Ph Julie. For Sale By Negotiation View Sunday 28 January, 12.00 - 12.45pm

This house sits beautifully in a sought, quiet location. A spacious home with comfort and convenience. Ph Julie. For Sale By Negotiation View Saturday 27 January, 2.00 - 2.45pm

Enormous potential here with a four bedroom home on 1466sqm (approx) of land. Beach and wharf access just down the road. Some remedial work to be done. Viewing by appointment only. Phone Julie or Melanie. For Sale By Negotiation

Boasting three double bedrooms modern kitchen, native timber flooring, bifold doors open to sundrenched decking. Phone Julie. For Sale By Negotiation

rwraglan.co.nz/RAG30365

rwraglan.co.nz/RAG30243

rwraglan.co.nz/RAG30088

rwraglan.co.nz/RAG30363

FOR SALE

498B Ruby Lane, Raglan

104 Omahina Street, Raglan

FOR SALE

Nestled into a green oasis at the end of the well admired niche of Greenslade Road, bordering a native reserve is Kirikiripu Waters - eight exclusive sections now available. Phone Julie or Melanie. For Sale Contact agents for pricing

With approximately 2.8 acres of land, you’ll have plenty of space to build your dream home and enjoy the breathtaking views of Aotea Harbour and the Tasman Sea. Phone Yana or Blair. For Sale $499,000

This gently elevated section of 450sqm (approx) is situated in a pretty lane close to the water and offers a great building site. House concept plans and Geotechnical report available. Phone Melanie. For Sale $485,000

Lot 425 Rangitahi Peninsula. The title has been issued and geotech available so book the architect and start planning your dream home on this great 414sqm approx site with glimpses of the harbour. Phone Blair or Yana. For Sale $465,000 REDUCED

rwraglan.co.nz/RAG30336

rwraglan.co.nz/RAG30328

rwraglan.co.nz/RAG30362

rwraglan.co.nz/RAG30358

4 Simon Road, Raglan

Rosetown Realty Ltd Licensed REAA2008

123 Greenslade Road, Raglan

Rosetown Realty Ltd Licensed REAA2008

Ray White Raglan 07 825 8669 Rosetown Realty Ltd Licensed REAA2008

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18 Taipari Avenue, Raglan

Rosetown Realty Ltd Licensed REAA2008

18 Violet Street, Raglan

38 Norrie Avenue, Raglan

Rosetown Realty Ltd Licensed REAA2008

71 Omahina Street, Raglan

Rosetown Realty Ltd Licensed REAA2008

Julie Hanna

Melanie Carroll

Yana Pemberton

027 441 8964

021 760 468

021 183 0479

Dave Hanna

Blair Hanna

027 614 6722

021 0200 8282

Russ Adams (Rentals)

Lynley Clarkson (Rentals)

021 0200 7665

027 469 5162

Noldy Rust (Rural)

Howard Ashmore (Rural)

John Pinny (Rural)

027 255 3047

027 438 8556

021 555 736

rwraglan.co.nz

Open Home

FOR SALE

11 Primrose Street, Raglan A very cool place designed for modern easy entertaining. Open plan living with central heating lets you move easily onto the huge flowing deck to appreciate the water view - a remote-controlled awning is in place for sunny days. Three bedrooms plus a water-view office. The private master bedroom is complete with deck access and a bathroom. Beauties like this are rare in Raglan. rwraglan.co.nz/RAG30370

FOR SALE

1 Lorenzen Bay Road, Raglan For Sale By Negotiation

Melanie Carroll 021 760 468 melanie.carroll@raywhite.com

View Saturday 27 January, Sunday 28 January, 12.00 - 12.45pm

Rosetown Realty Ltd Licensed (REAA 2008)

Motivated vendor will consider all offers. Introducing a truly exceptional piece of real estate. A magnificently spacious five bedroom home constructed with solid stone and linear board. A perfect blend of luxury and space, light filled from the gallery-like entryway to the bifold sliding doors taking in the water and mountain views.

For Sale By Negotiation

Julie Hanna 027 441 8964 julie.hanna@raywhite.com ALAN WHITE

View by appointment

rwraglan.co.nz/RAG30368 Rosetown Realty Ltd Licensed (REAA 2008)

New Listing Open Home

FOR SALE

6260sqm

233 Maungatawhiri Road, Raglan Premium location, uninterrupted views and complete privacy for discerning buyers seeking the highest quality Raglan has to offer. Superbly appointed and like new with nothing left to do except relax and enjoy. New expansive designer kitchen, spacious open-plan living and dining, four immaculate bedrooms and two new high-end bathrooms. 6260sqm (approx) of lowmaintenance grounds and a separate garage workshop/studio offers endless possibilities. All this and more approximately a six minute drive from Raglan township.

For Sale By Negotiation

Melanie Carroll 021 760 468 melanie.carroll@raywhite.com

View Saturday 27 January, Sunday 28 January, Monday 29 January, 11.00 - 11.45am

rwraglan.co.nz/RAG30374 Rosetown Realty Ltd Licensed (REAA 2008)

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WHAT'S ON

MINDFULNESS TALK. FREE ENTRY, all welcome. Jan 31st Old School Art Centre 6.30pm-8pm email raglansuz@hotmail. com for details TWILIGHT BOWLS STARTS TUESDAY February 13. Teams of 3 or individuals. $25 ea. Includes BBQ meal. Checkin and registration from 5.30pm. Everyone welcome. Entries to Alan Price 021 456 751 WED 31 JAN R A G L A N RAMBLERS 9am from James St near Wallis St - Windfarm from Vandy Rd - bring lunch

WED 7 FEB RAGLAN RAMBLERS 9am from James St near Wallis St - Te Huia train to Rangitoto Island bring lunch RAGLAN JUNIOR RUGBY CLUB AGM Tuesday, 20 February 2024 5:30 pm at the Raglan Rugby Club.

RAGLAN FILM FESTIVAL 2024 Final entries due Friday 1 March 2024. Enter online www.raglanfilmfestival. co.nz LIVE AND LOCAL – FRIDAY 9 FEB A showcase for local performers, from songwriters to comedy, this month featuring Joe Wilson, Penni Feather with Nicky Keys and The Blukes. 7.30-9.30pm, doors open 7pm. Koha entry. Licensed bar and café open. RAGLAN FILM FESTIVAL WORKSHOP – SAT 10 FEB With Matt Hicks, Waikato-based writer/ producer/director/actor. ‘Producing Films: What I’ve learnt so far’- the highs and lows of making a lowbudget film in an honest, warts-and-all fashion. This is a two-part workshop. Come along for either the morning or afternoon, or both. 9.30am – 2.30pm. $5, refreshments and lunch provided, online booking essential www.raglanfilmfestival.co.nz/workshops MUSIC AT THE OLD SCHOOL – SATURDAY 10 FEB Rescheduled from December. Monty Bevins - a touching, spirited performer, whose soul-folk songs ask the big questions while telling the small stories, with a warm rich voice and articulate guitar grooves. 7.30pm, doors open 7pm. Presales $20 www.undertheradar. co.nz, door sales $25. Licensed bar and café open. RAGLAN CREATIVE MARKET – SUNDAY 11 FEB 10am – 2pm at the Old School, 5 Stewart Street. For more info - www.raglanmarket.com RAGLAN FILM FESTIVAL WORKSHOP – SAT 17 FEB ‘Writing for the Screen’ with Michael Bennet (Ngāti Pikiao, Ngāti Whakaue). A screenwriter and director, Michael’s short films and feature films have screened and won awards internationally, including Cannes, Toronto, Berlin, New York and London. Suitable for new screenwriters, for artists coming to screenwriting and experienced writers in search of a boot camp refresher. Age 15+. 9.30am – 5pm. $5, refreshments and lunch provided, online booking essential www. raglanfilmfestival.co.nz/workshops POTTERY WHEEL WORKSHOP SERIES FOR ADULTS 6-week programme with Sarah Bing | Mondays 19 Feb – 25 Mar | 7pm – 9.30pm | $295 RCAC+Clay members $315 RCAC members $335 non-members | all materials and firing included | Bookings essential www.raglanartscentre.co.nz/workshops

Services Offered DISPUTE RESOLUTION SERVICES Do you have a dispute that requires resolution? Let’s face it we all do. I have over 40 years of experience helping individuals and commercial entities in finding a solution to a dispute, so it doesn’t need to go to court. I must admit that am a lawyer. Please don’t hold this against me. I am a lawyer that strongly believes that all disputes are capable of early costeffective resolution if the parties are prepared to listen to the other party’s position. This is where I come in. I simplifyy the process (mediation) and help the parties to come to an agreement. I specialise in the following areas: conflict resolution, commercial disputes, employment disputes, relationship property disputes, civil disputes, mediation, and arbitration. Email a general description of your dispute and I will respond (at no cost). Lawrence Herzog Dispute Resolution Services Email: herzog@xtra.co.nz

Public Notices

CALL FOR VOLUNTEERS 2024 Wanted - volunteers to help with our programme of events in 2024. www. raglanartscentre.co.nz/volunteer-at-the-old-school/

Wanted I AM LOOKING FOR A GARDENER for our large garden this is a permanent position for the right person We need a person who understands about flowers and \scrubs who can knock our garden into shape and keep it that way, its large but no rush. We are situated very close to waingaro on the northern side of the raglan harbour. Situation would suit a semi-retired person to start with 2 or 3 days per week. For further details contact owner 021932431.

CLAY HAND-BUILDING WORKSHOP SERIES FOR ADULTS Drum firing experience - 4-week programme with Merren Goodison | Tuesdays 27 Feb – 19 Mar | 6pm – 8pm | $150 RCAC+Clay members $170 RCAC members $190 non-members | Membership if applicable, clay + firing included. Glaze firing extra | Bookings essential www.raglanartscentre.co.nz/ workshops

MOVIES AT THE OLD SCHOOL THE CHOSEN (SEASON 4 EP 1 & 2) (PG | 121 mins) Sat 3 Feb 4.30pm THE OLD OAK (M | 113 mins) Sat 3 Feb 7.30pm Sun 18 Feb 4.30pm

REGULAR EVENTS AT THE OLD SCHOOL Ragtimers Ukulele Group weekly on Wed 4pm restarts Feb Clay Shed Members’ Night weekly on Wed 5-7pm, restarts 17 Jan

BANK OF DAVE (M | 107 mins) Sun 4 Feb 4.30pm Sat 17 Feb 5pm

Karioi Quilts & Crafts restarts Feb

HOW TO HAVE SEX (R16 | 88 mins) Sat 17 Feb 7.30pm Sat 16 Mar 5pm

Backgammon Club restarts Feb

Raglan Art Group restarts Feb

Door sales 30min prior raglanmovies.co.nz

Mens’ Group restarts Wed 7 Feb 7pm, then fortnightly

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

The Future Proof Strategy is a 30-year growth management and implementation plan for the Hamilton, Waipā, Waikato and Matamata-Piako sub-region. The Strategy is essential to managing growth in a staged and co-ordinated way while addressing complex planning issues. The Strategy incorporates seven transformational moves for change: • Supporting iwi aspirations • Putting our rivers at the heart of planning • A comprehensive and fundamental evolution of our transport system • A vibrant metro core and lively metropolitan and town centres • Strong and productive economic corridors • Thriving, resilient communities and neighbourhoods • Water wise and water sensitive communities The Future Proof Strategy was updated in 2022 to include the Hamilton to Auckland (H2A) Corridor Plan and the Hamilton-Waikato Metropolitan Spatial Plan. What’s happening now We have some further updates to the Strategy. In the 2024 version we have made minor adjustments to: • implement the provisions of the National Policy Statement on Urban Development, including meeting the requirements of a Future Development Strategy; • integrate Matamata-Piako as a partner to Future Proof; • recognise the importance of our sub-region’s connection to Tauranga; and • integrate our recently completed business cases for waste water and transport needs over the next thirty years. The Future Proof Strategy has been updated and the Draft Strategy is now open for consultation. Feedback on the updated Strategy is welcome until 5pm Monday, 19 February 2024. To read the Strategy, find out more and to make a submission, please visit futureproof.org.nz Future Proof is made up of Waikato District Council, Waipā District Council, Matamata-Piako District Council, Hamilton City Council, Waikato Regional Council, tangata whenua, central government partners and Tamaki Makaurau partners (iwi and Auckland Council).

futureproof.org.nz

Notice of herbicide spraying Waikato Regional Council advises that under Resource Consent 124871 spraying of pest plants growing in aquatic and semi-aquatic locations will continue over the next three months. Pest plants to be sprayed are listed in the Regional Pest Management Plan and include (but are not limited to): alligator weed, Manchurian wild rice, sagittaria, Senegal tea, spartina and yellow flag iris. Herbicides to be used are haloxyfop, imazapyr, metsulfuron-methyl and triclopyr. Application method is location dependent and may be by helicopter, gun and hose, mistblower or knapsack. Operational areas are spread throughout the region and include (but are not limited to): • Lakes Whangape and Waikare • Te Otamanui Lagoon • Waihou, Piako and Ohinemuri rivers

Wanted

Houses Wanted for removal Great prices offered

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• Waikato River (from Horotiu to Port Waikato) • Whangamarino and Maramarua rivers • numerous smaller urban and rural sites. Spraying is weather dependent and will occur during daylight hours on any day, including weekends but excluding public holidays. For more information or to request to be notified visit www.waikatoregion.govt.nz/aquaticspraying or call Waikato Regional Council’s biosecurity pest plants team on 0800 800 401. Occupiers who have already requested to be notified will be contacted prior to spraying. CDA McLay Chief Executive

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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 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 Whāingaroa weed busters @gmail. com for the meeting point. RAGLAN GROWERS MARKET Held weekly Fridays 5-7pm at 1 Stewart Street. R A N G I T A H I FARMERS MARKET, Jan 27th at The HUT, Rangitahi. FRIDAY 12TH JAN @ YOT CLUB Latin Aotearoa plus DJ Bobby Brazuka. Latin style rhythms

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Raglan 64 Ruapuke Road

Raglan 92 Greenslade Road Open Home

Owners heading to Oz, must be SOLD Brand new and still in the box, 64 Ruapuke Road represents a delightful and rare lifestyle opportunity. The 1.21-hectare (2.96 old fashioned acre) section is gently rolling with sweeping rural views, partly comprising 'the sleeping lady' that is Mt Karioi. With a little fencing there is the opportunity to have your own pony and/or grazing animals or alternatively just continue with the landscaping and develop more gardens. The bright and airy 158m2 home consists of a generous open plan living and kitchen space, 3 bedrooms, master with ensuite, plenty of heating and cooling and ample decking.

For Sale $1,250,000 View By appointment Web pb.co.nz/RGL174573

Debbie Crarer M 027 253 6344 Mark Crarer M 027 433 6083

Raglan 46 Omahina Street

Spectacular views - quaint cottage Situated at one of Greenslade Roads most elevated residential locations, this enchanting three-bedroom cottage presents an opportunity to purchase a very rare offering to the market with arguably some of best views of the upper Whaingaroa harbour. Relax and soak in the beauty of these panoramic vistas, complemented by the property's north-facing positioning. With its own freehold title this delightful home guarantees a private retreat for those who cherish solitude, whether you're in search of a permanent residence or an occasional place to simply relax and escape.

Auction 12.00pm, Thu 22nd Feb, 2024, (unless sold prior), On site at 92 Greenslade Road, Raglan View Sat 27 Jan 1.00 - 2.00pm Web pb.co.nz/RGU176378

Mark Crarer M 027 433 6083 Debbie Crarer M 027 253 6344

Raglan 48 Rangitahi Road Price Reduced

Price Reduced

Vendor says sell !

Fantastic value

For Sale Buyers $595,000+ This is the only waterfront section currently on the market. Don't hesitate - this is a very limited opportunity !! It is with reluctance, the View By appointment Web pb.co.nz/RGU172388 current owner has decided to sell this exceptional section in Stage Two - 'The Retreat'. Lot 294 is a private west facing section, with views overlooking the inner harbour and out towards the golf course and Mount Karioi. Whether you're looking to build your dream home or a serene holiday retreat, this is your canvas to create a Jono Hutson masterpiece. Immerse yourself in the world of architectural excellence with meticulously designed and approved plans. M 021 488 766

For Sale Buyers $399,000+ A generous 909sqm section - just shy of the quarter acre dream! View Sat 27 Jan 1.00 - 1.30pm Twice the size of the many of the sections available in Rangitahi Peninsula. This site is tucked down a short right of way with the back Web pb.co.nz/RGU170016 boundary running into reserve which has recently been planted. This section is oriented for stunning views of Mount Karioi that can never be built out. There's nothing like a West Coast sunset. Now with title issued, you can start designing and planning your forever home. Live in a great location within easy reach of all the advantages that attract people to this gorgeous town.

Matt Macfie M 027 628 8622 Property Brokers Ltd Licensed REAA 2008 | pb.co.nz

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Jono Hutson M 021 488 766

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