Raglan Summer Holiday Guide 2018/19 by Raglan Chronicle

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RAGLAN SUMMER H O L I D AY G U I D E 2019

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CONTENTS See & Do

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Read about activities and things to see and do in Raglan

The Arts

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Find artist profiles, exhibitions and open studios

We ddings

Find a selection of wedding vendors on this page

Food & Drink

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Places to eat & drink

Retail

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Check out some of our featured shops for a spot of retail therapy

Health & Wellb eing

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Find health and wellbeing information and practitioners

Our Community

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Read about things that are happening in our community

Music & Gigs

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Live music and gigs in Raglan

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Whatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s on in Raglan over the summer holiday period

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R AGL A N SUR F SCHOOL STAND UP AND SURF!

xperience Raglan’s “Wave of Life” …with the Raglan Surfing School… New Zealand’s original and iconic Surfing School, est. in 1999. The Raglan Surf School continues to share their passion of Surfing and Raglan’s bohemian lifestyle everyday with great people from NZ and around the world. The Surf School offers unique 3 hour beginning surf lessons which starts in their really cool “Surf Barn” located at Karioi Lodge in Whale Bay. Why Learn to Surf with the Raglan Surfing School? It’s about contributing to great community outcomes. For over 20 years the Raglan Surf School has been contributing a portion of its beach trailer proceeds to the upkeep of Raglan’s main beach, Ngarunui and Wainui Reserve facilities. Being located on the beach the Surf School also contributes to Raglan’s overall beach safety by working alongside and in support of the Raglan Surf Lifesaving Club. The Surf School values their community based approach and commits to its continuing support of many deserving local organisations.

The Raglan Surf School operates year-round from its base in the beautiful surrounds of the Karioi Lodge located in Whale Bay. The Lodge offers the Surf School’s customers an opportunity to experience more than just a great time in the water – a chance of experiencing a taste of the surfing lifestyle as well. Surf lessons are offered at 9am and 2pm every day throughout the summer season and start at the Karioi Lodge. The three-hour lessons include water and beach safety, soft surfboard and wetsuit hire and free transportation from anywhere to and from Raglan town. Surfing lessons can now conveniently booked online raglansurfingschool.co.nz.

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Why carry your board down to the beach? The Raglan Surf School’s Trailer is also a one-stop shop for surfboard and wetsuit rentals located next to the lifesaving tower down at Ngarunui Beach. A wide range of brand new surfboards are now available for hire. “Stand Up and Surf!

BO OK ON LINE AT W W W.R AGL A NSU R FINGSCHOOL .CO.NZ OR C A LL (07) 825 -7873

TA K E A SUNSET CRUISE ON THE WAHINEMOE

ere’s something you can do with the entire family that won’t cost an arm and a leg… come to the wharf!

Discover the 1.5 hour Wahine Moe ‘Sunset Harbour Tours Fish and Chips Experience’. $49 Adults/ Kids $39. Let the captain and crew of the Wahine Moe take you on a fun-filled scenic journey back in time, exploring the outer reaches of Raglan’s historical Whaingaroa Harbour.

Hear some tall tales of settlements past and see the amazing hidden jewels of the ancient Te Akau limestone pancake rock formations. Enjoy a great fish and chips meal from the Wharf’s new ‘Fresh Fish Market’ … all the while listening to a great musical score over the vessel’s state of the art sound system … sipping on bubbles or a cold beverage from our fully licenced bar.

What more can one ask for? How about topping your evening off witnessing the most spectacular West Coast sunset from a vantage point like no other? Bring your friends, bring your family… and, above all, BRING YOUR CAMERA! The Wahine Moe is also available for private charter. She’s a great venue for

private parties, receptions and school outings. Seventy passengers can be catered for. The vessel is equipped with some surprise features such as a spa bath and satellite TV. Online bookings are now available at www.raglanboatcharters.co.nz or visit the Raglan i-Site, Kopua Campground office or at the Raglan wharf or call (07) 825 7873.

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R AGL A N ROCK OUTDOOR ADVENTURE IN RAGLAN

aglan Rock is a New Zealand outdoor adventure company based in the beautiful and world famous seaside town of Raglan. We offer a range of exhilarating tours for people of all ages and abilities, giving you the opportunity to explore New Zealand’s true nature while getting your adrenaline kick! Come along and join our qualified guides for one of our unforgettable adventures. Rock climb, abseil, jump off waterfalls, day or night with our famous canyon tour. Treat yourself and come and discover our

magical Whaingaroa glowworms, or try our exhilarating caving tour. Or come and explore some of Raglan’s local rock climbing areas. It’s perfect for adventure seekers all the way through to families. So what are you waiting for, come and see the wild side of Raglan Raglan Rock are proud winners of the 2018 Waipa Business Customer Service Award and customer choice award www.raglanrock.com gareth@raglanrock.com 0800 724 7625

reen Wave has been up and running for a couple of years now? Give us an update. Hows it all going?

We are actually just starting out our third summer now. It’s amazing how much support the Raglan community has shown, so we’d like thank everyone for that. We love teaching and sharing something we are passionate about with our students. And we’ve had phenomenal feedback as well - we’ve become the top-rated surf school in New Zealand. It’s nice to know that our students are having such a positive experience. Who’s involved with the instructing? There’s three of us that started and run green wave together. Zennor Wernham, Ryan Bellerby and Bing Lyons. Between the three of us we have over 30 years coaching experience.

know it, they’re already up and riding a wave. With free photos to prove it!

People say how difficult it is to surf but what do you say to those who have never surfed and want to give it a go? Will they get up?

Our lesson schedule is based upon putting our students in the water during the best tides and conditions. This ensures that we surf at the safest time of the day and also during the easiest tide for beginners to learn. This makes a huge difference in the quality of a lesson. You can check the summer schedule on our

Everyone stands up on our lessons. We actually offer a stand-up guarantee or your money back, and so far we have a 100% success rate. We don’t really put any pressure on our students. Sometimes they might feel a little nervous before we start, but we keep everything fun and relaxed. Before they

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You offer daily lessons. Is it always at the same time?

website at www.greenwaveraglan. com; Do you offer rentals as well? Yes, we have a range of boards and wetsuits available for hire. Lots of soft-top beginner-friendly boards but also some good intermediate boards as well. You can ring us at 021 0841 3481 to inquire about rentals. What can we expect from Green Wave this coming Summer? Lots of happy surfers. We are stoked to be sharing our passion and

knowledge of the ocean with people from around the world. Our aim is to keep the quality of the lessons very high, with emphasis on ocean awareness. We put a lot of energy into every lesson and it’s rewarding to see how excited our surfers get as their skills progress. www.greenwaveraglan.com info@greenwaveraglan.com CALL BING: 0210 841 3481 CALL ZENNOR: 021 111 2908

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TOP 15 THINGS TO DO IN R AGL A N

SOLSC A PE E C O R E T R E AT & C O N S C I O U S K I T C H E N WITH SOME OF THE BEST VIEWS IN THE WEST

THIS SUMMER

must do during your summer visit to Raglan is to take in Solscape’s spectacular views while sampling the 100% plant-based menu at the Conscious Kitchen. Perched on the side of Mt Karioi overlooking Ngarunui Beach and Manu Bay sits Solscape, the eclectic destination eco retreat hosting visitors from all corners of the world.

from the menu which include the Mangolicious smoothie bowl, a Vegan Cheeseburger, the Hawaiian influenced Pokey Bowl and the Roasted Seed Loaf with mash and gravy.

for locals and visitors to gather and enjoy an evening with family and friends.

Wood fired pizzas are served Wednesday to Saturday nights from 6pm at the Conscious Kitchen and are a favourite excuse

Solscape Eco Retreat & Conscious Kitchen

Organic gardens are dotted around the property providing much of the fresh produce served in the Conscious Kitchen and the large covered dining verandah and rolling lawns with picnic tables provide an open plan and spacious setting. Breakfast and lunch are served 7 days from 8am-3pm where you have the difficult task of choosing

THE SUR FERS CODE R E S P E C T T H E E N V I RO N M E N TA N D E AC H O T H E R

urfers to Ngaranui Beach, Manu Bay and Whale Bay will soon be seeing new ‘Surfers Code’ signs near the

water. Thanks to local funding by the Raglan Point Boardriders and a grant from Waikato District Council, the new signs will be up just in time for summer. With the water getting busier and busier, knowing the rules and practicing safety in the water is crucial here on the West Coast. The main theme of the Surfers Code in Raglan: Respect the environment, the ocean and most importantly, each other.

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The infamous waves at Manu Bay attract surfers from around the world. But before you jump in the water just to say “I’ve surfed Manu Bay in Raglan”, take time to think if you really should be surfing there.

1. Point Break Ability: Intermediate to Expert - No Beginners 2. Paddling Out: Paddle wide of the Wave. If caught inside, stay in the white water. 3. Keep the Wave Face Clear: Keep out of the way of approaching surfer. 4. Give Way: Closest to peak has right of way. Wait your turn. Join at the end of the queue.

5. Remember to Communicate: Call It! Paddle with commitment and intent. 6. Control Your Equipment: Hold onto your equipment, it can be a danger to others. 7. Give Respect to Gain Respect: Don’t drop in! No snaking, blocking, fading or burning. 8. Respect the ocean, land and local community.

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It’s all delicious and made more so by the epic location and friendly staff.

07 825 8268 solscape.co.nz

DISCOVER THE LI M ESTONE COA ST.. R A G L A N K AY A K & PA D D L E B OA R D

nly a stone’s throw away from the heart of the village stands the famous limestone coast, a unique landscape well worth the exploration. What used to be Raglan’s best kept secret is now making headlines, attracting travellers from all over the country and world. We caught up with Raglan Kayak & Paddleboard owners Candide & Stephen Reid to find out about the best way to get out on the water and discover the impressive coast for ourselves.. Q: Tell us, what’s so special about Raglan harbour’s limestone coast: The unique pancake rock formations are approximately 30 million year old. It’s actually an ancient seabed, which has risen out of the

ocean. Rain fall, tides and other environmental factors carved the rocks into very intricate and mystical shapes. It’s Mother Nature’s art piece! Q: What’s the best way to get there? If you are after a close encounter, then kayaking or paddleboarding is the best ways to get up close and personal with the coast. Around high tide, you can paddle right into the many nooks and crannies, it is truly unique! Q: Do we need experience to paddle to the pancake rocks? Not at all, we have many different options available to get you there, making it accessible to everyone. We offer rentals, tours and lesson, so depending on your abilities, we can

advise and direct you into your most enjoyable option. Q: Is this a family friendly activity?

It’s easy, if you’re the spontaneous type, you can find our team operating at Bow Street Jetty waterfront, ready to get you out on the

Yes, totally, I can’t think of a better way to spend quality time with family and friends, even dogs sometimes come along!

water.

Q: How would you describe the perfect day out:

best paddling time and most suited option.

I’ld pack a light picnic and a beach bag and plan for a 2 hour or half day outing. It’s nice to slow it down and take the time to explore. You can find a deserted beach to soak up the sunshine, swim and enjoy quality time with family and friends. That’s what memories are made of! Q: How do we go about planning a trip?

For the ultimate experience, we suggest people to call us in advance to discuss their We’re open daily from 9am to 5pm, on-call all summer! Excited about discovering the Limestone Coast this summer; call the Raglan Kayak Team! Raglan Kayak & Paddleboard Cell: 021 186 0521 | Office: (07) 825 8862 www.RaglanKayak.co.nz

WILD COA ST RUA PUK E H O R S E T R E K A DV E N T U R E S

t’s time to tick one more thing off your bucket list. Come ride with us at Wildcoast Ruapuke Horse Adventures

along the magical Ruapuke beach.

Our three hour extreme horse adventure takes you through native bush, across rushing streams, up and down valleys, and then down to the beach. We cater for experienced riders and the adventurous first timers! We are a 100% Kiwi owned and operated business and have been up and running since 2000. So you are in good hands! Our guides are well experienced and our horses are amazing.

We also have two off the grid cabins nestled among the beautiful native New Zealand bush. If you want a break from the hustle and bustle of everyday life come relax on the deck and watch the sun set. No cell phone reception, no wifi, just nature. Even the drive to get here is spectacular. Have a look at our TripAdvisor page if you need more convincing. We also have some great combo deals on our website www. wildcoast.co.nz or don’t be afraid to give us a call on 07-825 0059 and we can organise something specially for you! See you out there! The Team at Wildcoast

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Heather Boer is your local Raglan Travel Expert with the experience of having worked with Flight Centre for 18 years. She is a Raglan local working from home & can help with all your travel needs â&#x20AC;&#x201C; flights, accommodation, tours, cruises & more! Give Heather a call today to start planning your next holiday! 3 Cross Street, Raglan | Call 07 825 0065 flightcentre.co.nz | heather.boer.nz@flightcentre.co.nz

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Raglan Arts Weekend 2019: Easter Saturday 20 April to Monday 22 April

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DR AWING FROM THE COA ST E M B R A C I N G R A G L A N ’ S C R E AT I V E C O M M U N I T Y

t has been a busy year for Raglan-based artist Hilary Campbell, who has had her artwork selling quicker than it can be created! I am lucky enough to be able to work from home, spreading my time between working on design projects and producing artwork. Painting has become my main focus, with most of my pieces being large landscapes, as well as a few abstract pieces this summer. Raglan is such a welcoming creative hub - it’s nice to have so many amazing local creatives to connect with. And how easy is it to be inspired by the land and seascapes around us! A stormy day can bring a completely different mood to the bright, soft or misty and muted colourings we also get to see.

“Art was something I always had a passion for, and though I was encouraged by family and teachers to express myself through art, I was never given a hard push into developing it as a career.” I had an interest in art from a very young age, though did not pursue it fully until I began working as a graphic designer. This helped me to have a creative outlet and I incorporated as much illustration work and custom lettering as I could, which lead me to start drawing and painting pieces commissioned to me by friends and family. As a way for our artwork to go a little further, my husband, photographer Jasper Boer, and I recently launched Art Prints - a website where we showcase our work online and sell framed or unframed prints throughout New Zealand and overseas. Keep an eye out for Hilary’s original pieces at Kanuka in Volcom Lane, Raglan. Prints are also available online at artprints.co.nz.

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here’s something mysterious and alluring about indigo. Not quite blue, navy or purple, sometimes it’s the colour of the sky and sea on a certain day, and probably the colour of your favourite pair of jeans. One of the first natural dyes to be used by humans, indigo is derived from a plant and its’ hues seem to have their own varied spectrum of faces and moods. Visiting Jean Carbon’s textile dyeing studio on her property, which overlooks an expansive 180-degree beach view, she pulls out a couple of indigo pieces from her rack of hand-dyed, mainly silk garments.

At first it’s hard to identify what the fabric is. The balmacaan coat that she takes off the rack has an almost reddish glossy shine to it. Jean confirms that it is indeed indigo. Passionate about travel, Jean is particularly interested in the ancient techniques behind textile dyeing that create some of the unique fabrics found around the world.. She visited the Ghuizou province in China a few years ago to see how some of the rural villages created their indigo fabrics and this is where she bought the fabric used to create the coat. “They beat the indigo and it turns into this stiff, shiny fabric.” Jean explains. “I asked some of the ladies how they make the fabric and they told me egg whites and herbs. Although I suspect they use something else like ox blood as well.” The ladies of Ghuizou grow the plant, harvest it and make the dye for the fabric which must be weaved, wrung and pounded before it can be turned into a garment to be worn. In this day of fast fashion, it’s a laborious process that can take months to complete. A process that could never be mass produced. The manufacturing process for Jean’s garments can also take some time and includes many steps to complete. From preparing the fabric and dyes and creating the patterns and prints to the process of dyeing and sewing her garments, everything is done by hand. “I try to create designs that can’t be mass produced so there’s something unique that can’t be copied.” She says. There is also a serendipitous nature to textile dyeing where you never quite know what the end result will be. One of her wraparound skirts was originally meant to have a dark, almost

black, print but ended up with streaks of orange as well. A pleasant surprise. Instead of a placement at the end of her fashion degree, Jean chose to complete a research paper on ancient textile dyeing techniques, following her passion for learning about the history behind the techniques she learnt. When she set out to start her business she chose to work with silk because the fabric takes the dye colour well due to the proteins in silk being very absorbent. During the studio visit Jean was preparing to dye one of her best selling items, a silk scarf dyed with hues of blues and greens, a popular colour style she’s named Bay of Islands to tie in with the turquoise sea colour of the east coast. The silk scarf is folded and wrapped, dyed and steamed to create the signature colour and texture of the scarf. “My mentor when I started out used to say that I don’t understand the personality of the dyes. He told me that turquoise is the stroppiest colour.” She laughs. Stocking a number of galleries as well as doing custom pieces, exhibitions and textile dyeing workshops, Jean also organises the Raglan wearable arts show, Art to Wear, which has been held every two years since 2006. During last year’s Raglan Arts Weekend, Jean created a series of five-metre long, hand-dyed silk banners with colourful patterns made using techniques like shibori, folding and clamping. Unfortunately she won’t be part of the Raglan Arts Weekend in 2019 but she will be opening up her studio for appointment visits over the summer months. To visit Jean’s silk-dye studio, contact her to make an appointment. Text or call 027 204 6820 or visit her website: www.cbon. co.nz

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The very first sushi shop that opened in Raglan. We will be coming up to 15 years of bsuiness since we opened in 2004 and we’d like to say a huge thanks to the local customers that have supported us during this time. We couldn’t have done it without you!

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Fresh mex at Roll Up Around the back Burrittos Wraps Salads and more

Entrance from Volcom Lane | Roll Up Raglan | 07 825 8253

Real Fruit Ice Cream Premium Scooped Ice Cream Shakes & Smoothies

Hungry?? www.lhbraglan.com

Left Hand Break Restaurant Raglan club Kitchen Revamped and revitalised the Club restaurant

has been at the heart of the new look Club, with Family and Community at the centre of our Club. The new Garden area and kids zone designed with families in mind.

Left hand break raglan club kitchen

The Foodâ&#x20AC;ŚHonest,tasty,and affordable is our motto that we try to deliver using local products were possible. The menu designed by italian chef Mauro pallazzani has been winning reviews all year round, with great food for all the family. .

We are open each evening Wed - Sun 6-9 pm Non Members / visitors are most welcome. We offer a range of catering services / events / parties large and small, Also our online delivery has been popular and is available at www.lhbraglan.com If your visiting or residing in Raglan this summer come see us you,ll be pleasantly surprised For any more info or to order online check our web page www.lhbraglan.com Email: lhb.raglan@gmail.com Contact us: 07-825 8278

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Builders Mix • Cement • Firewood Drainage Metals • PVC Pipe • Novaflo Pea Metal • Sand •We Pavers • Compost also offer: Fertiliser store • Pea Straw • Hay Bales Truck Deliveries Barks • MulchFREE • Chook Chow Customer cutomer loan trailers TOPSOIL • RAILWAY SLEEPERS Plant Nursery • Truck Deliveries Free Customer Loan Trailers HIRE EQUIPMENT: Compacter Concrete Mixer • Post Hole Borer Web: www.raglanlandscapesupplies.co.nz find us

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BOHEM I A N GYPSY C L O T H I N G , J E W E L E R Y & A RT

THER E IS A LOT GOING ON AT 10 BA NK A RT STR EET L E C O U RT O I S C O U T U R E & C Y C L E R Y R A G L A N

man with a very interesting background, Tony T has a shop on the main Raglan strip, the SHG team sat down for a chat about Bohemian Gypsy.

What other projects have you been involved in while in Raglan?

The T House is a place for locals and travellers to hang When did Bohemian Gypsy start? How did it come out and be entertained with cinema, music and food. here is little hidden gem, just Lecourtois Couture offers alterations, Cyclery Raglan does all what you can about? Little Birds - local arts and craft, Raglan Artisan around the corner at 10 Bankart Three dressmaking and wedding dress designs. expect from your local bike shop but goes October 2016. Thought Raglan needed something to St, where you can find a whole Workshop at the Wharf Studios and Indoor Market TUTUeven beyond that. Dominique is a qualified fashion designer represent the other side of its surf culture. range of professional services provided Retro Shop. with 20 years of experience. Besides bike repairs, bike rentals, bike What’s the general thebusinesses. store? byvibe two of local What can we expect to find at Bohemian Gypsy overand scooter sales, Her shop has her range of beautiful unique For the free-spirited, with a touch of style, Summer? merino and natural fabric creations, all made Dirk also offers professional incorporating local arts and crafts and other design from Beauti clothes, amazing jewellery, stunning ceramicsphotocopy and print services, laminating on ful site. fashion, jewellery, ceramics and more . and great arts and arafts. and key cutting. What is your background before retail Tony? What does summer mean to you? Any cool plans? I was in the music business for many years managing Summer is when the village come alive and shines and bands. I had a club and bar in Auckland, Galatos, restaurant business owners have a smile, yes some plans but can’t in Hawkes Bay, a fashion label, a music label, photograph studio and music publishing company in London. tell you yet.

Come and check it out or simply give us a phone call. Lecourtois Couture : 021 08273613 Cyclery Raglan : 021 2380818

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R IVET GA LLERY A H I D D E N G E M O N WA L L I S S T

IVET a hidden gem in what was the old Dairy Factory on Wallis Street in Raglan, opened 2 years ago by owners Wendy & Stan Lemmon and is a place not to miss when visiting this beautiful seaside town. Their flair for the unique has created a gallery space with a vintage industrial tweak, simple, straightforward classic utilitarian objects are reconfigured for a modern use or solely for their beauty. Their own creations share the gallery space with other unique items including lighting and furniture sourced both locally and from throughout Europe.

Stan with his creative eye and Wendy with her interior design background can create your own bespoke piece or browse Rivet for that something different whether it be that industrial lamp or the beautiful 1920’s French table you have always wanted. Telephone – 027 412 7082 www.rivetvintage.co.nz Facebook @rivetvintage Instagram @rivetvintage

ATA M IR A & THE COR NERSTOR E S A RT O R I A L O P T I O N S F O R E V E R Y O N E

n the corner of Wainui Road and Bankart Street is a boutiqe shop housing some of the best designer labels from New Zealand and around the world. Whether it’s fashion, books or lifestyle, check out Atamira and the Cornerstore for a holiday treat. We spoke to owner Nadine Meddings, owner of Atamira and the Corenerstore about her beaitoful shop. What’s been happening at Atamira over the last 12 months? We have been experimenting more to try and find our place within a changing global retail landscape and Raglan landscape. I am continually reflecting and changing our collection. Some things work and some things don’t. We now have a small yoga / active wear range and baby/ toddler collection as well as our Mens and Women’s. The next year I know we will transform a little bit more, circling back

to how we started off if anyone remembers 11 years ago. We have recently designed a new main table and will pare things back a little instore. Less is more, will be a theme we will try to embrace in 2019. Every visit I am taken with the introduction of more beautiful things. How do to choose your products and how do you source them? Sometimes through travel, by reading magazines, social media etc. I’m a great hunter and gatherer with a design bent. I love to feel inspired by natural beauty and authenticity. Beautiful feeling natural fabrics, textures, prints and colour, as well as the experiences and stories behind them. Sustainability and wellbeing principles are important when choosing brands too. Quality over quantity and timeless style in a unique way. I’m trying to find brands that are classics and timeless, that you can wear more ways than one and

will have for years and years in your wardrobe. It is getting a lot more difficult to be unique these days as everyone seems to have the same and the market feels really flooded on a global scale.... and fast. People are global shoppers these days too through social media but nothing can beat the realness of an actual experience instore - being able to feel the fabric, discover, experience human connection. Slowing down to take time out this way is what Atamira is about. What can we expect to find in store this summer? Great summer footwear - Salt Water Sandals are a new timeless addition, lots of stylish hats, linen is still strong and dresses. Our Mens store has so many great shirts and shorts for summer from work wear to beach. Embracing more feminine dresses that are so easy to wear in summer, and also a huge denim collection!

Who do you cater for? ‘Something for everyone’ a phrase we have been proud to align with since opening. Women, men, families, youth, all age groups, all ethnicity, socio-economic …I guess the difference may be that we have been more thoughtful in our product collection so it is appreciated by thoughtful customers and those that appreciate ideas and design. From our hand curated books, to our gift cards, our aryuvedic perfumes, yoga mats, our clothing or shoes. I guess that’s a strength of Raglan retail in general as perhaps there is a lot more conscious thought than in other places. Are you online? We are! Our online store has a growing presence and reflects our best pieces in a more personally curated way, fresh and eclectic like instore - check us out from home! You can follow us on instagram too @atamira and people often shop directly from there too.

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H E A L T H

WELLBEING

local health and wellbeing

news, products and services

THE HER BA L DISPENSA RY H E R B A L H E A LT H & W E L L B E I N G

elcome to all the visitors in Raglan and seasons greetings, we hope to meet many of you while you are enjoying our beautiful coastline and unique coastal village. The Herbal Dispensary was established in 1996 after owner Bronwyn had obtained her diploma in herbal medicine. With modest beginnings at the local doctor’s office, The Herbal Dispensary has now expanded to include an organic food store and includes a full health shop and health clinic. We are proudly celebrating our 21st year in Raglan! In-store is a huge range of products, to many to list, but to give you an idea here are a few highlights:

• Fresh sourdough & gluten free breads baked daily • Vegetable & fruit boxes made up from our organic range • Candles, essential oils and giftware Herbal Health Our qualified herbalists and naturopaths are instore daily to help you with any health questions. With a comprehensive herbal dispensary you can have individualised herbal tonics made specifically to address your individual health needs, or if your health condition is more chronic you may be advised to book an individual consultation.

• Organic foods, including bulk bins with nuts, seeds and flours

Over the summer holiday season we will be having our famous “foodarama” event on our front lawn with tastings of local foodie treats and gourmet delights so make sure to stop by. Also visit our garden where we have organic vegetable seedlings, herbs and incredible edible plants, compost & potting mix for sale.

•Organic & local spray-free vegetables, salad blends and fruits

We are open everyday during the summer except for Christmas and Boxing Days. Happy holidays!

• Gourmet foodie treats including the best range of organic cheese you will find in Raglan

The Herbal Dispensary and Organic Food Store.

• Herbal teas, creams and medicines made on the premises by our herbalists • Chemical free skincare, lip balms and sun screens

6 Wallis Street, Raglan Ph: 07 825 7444

TA ROT TA LK

T H E N E W Y E A R I S A G R E AT T I M E T O H AV E A T A R O T R E A D I N G

Y O G A AT T H E S PA C E We are located in the heart of Raglan Town, offering a range of styles and a mix of classes, sui table for every stage of your yoga journey. The st udio is above the Yot Club so *no evening classes from Christ mas Eve resuming 2nd Jan. Check our websi te or like us on Facebook for more informat ion www.thespaceraglan.com Drop-in rate $15, no need to book just t urn up :) The Space is closed Christ mas Day and New Years Day

aving a Tarot reading can help you clarify your thinking around a choice or challenge you may be facing in any area of your life. It can also give you the chance to look at what you want in the coming year and what you might need to let go of from the past, or focus on in the future, to achieve your goals. Tarot Readings - $70 (1hr approx) Workshops If you have ever wanted to know more about Tarot or learn about the cards and how you might use them for yourself, I

W: www.ddma.co.nz

will be running a one day workshop on Wednesday 3rd January 2018 from 10am - 4.30pm. Comprehensive handouts will be given and decks will be available for use/purchase. Cost $120 About Chrissy I have been working with the tarot professionally since 2006. As well as having extensive reading experience, I run regular workshops on various aspects of the Tarot from Introductory workshops to specific aspects e.g. The Tarot Court, Major Arcana etc. Workshops can be tailored to suit your needs.

E: diane@ddma.co.nz

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H E A L T H

local health and wellbeing

WELLBEING news, products and services

THE HER BA L DISPENSA RY H E R B A L H E A LT H & W E L L B E I N G

• Organic foods, including bulk bins with nuts, seeds and flours

•Organic & local spray-free vegetables, salad blends and fruits

We are open everyday during the summer except for Christmas and Boxing Days. Happy holidays!

• Gourmet foodie treats including the best range of organic cheese you will find in Raglan

The Herbal Dispensary and Organic Food Store.

• Herbal teas, creams and medicines made on the premises by our herbalists • Chemical free skincare, lip balms and sun screens

6 Wallis Street, Raglan Ph: 07 825 7444

TA ROT TA LK

T H E N E W Y E A R I S A G R E AT T I M E T O H AV E A T A R O T R E A D I N G

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H E A L T H

local health and wellbeing

WELLBEING news, products and services

THE HER BA L DISPENSA RY H E R B A L H E A LT H & W E L L B E I N G

• Organic foods, including bulk bins with nuts, seeds and flours

•Organic & local spray-free vegetables, salad blends and fruits

We are open everyday during the summer except for Christmas and Boxing Days. Happy holidays!

• Gourmet foodie treats including the best range of organic cheese you will find in Raglan

The Herbal Dispensary and Organic Food Store.

• Herbal teas, creams and medicines made on the premises by our herbalists • Chemical free skincare, lip balms and sun screens

6 Wallis Street, Raglan Ph: 07 825 7444

TA ROT TA LK

T H E N E W Y E A R I S A G R E AT T I M E T O H AV E A T A R O T R E A D I N G

GIFT VOUCHERS AVAILABLE Phone or txt Chrissy on 027 6644261 Email: Chrissy@tarottalk.co.nz Website: www.tarottalk.co.nz https://www.facebook.com/tarottalknz

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WEST COA ST HE A LTH CLINIC SEASONS GREETING FOR A SAFE AND HAPPY CHRISTMAS F R O M T H E T E A M A T W E S T C O A S T H E A LT H C L I N I C

IT TA K ES A TE A M TO HELP YOU C A R E FOR YOUR HE A LTH!

ere at West Coast Health Clinic we are known for our teamwork and this helps you get the health care

that is right for you and at a time that suits you. With changes in doctors and nurses at the clinic this may mean that you do not see the same person every time that you come in but you will have a couple of doctors and nurses who are your key “go to” people and they are your own health care team. Occasionally the same doctor may want to follow up with you more closely for a particular concern that you are working on, and if so they will tell you: if you are in any doubt, please ask.

there should be no concern that they will not know enough about your previous history. Sometimes if a doctor leaves they will directly “pass you on” to your next key doctor and you will have the opportunity to be involved in that decision. We have a group of people who are all highly qualified, confident doctors and nurses, and they are all here to help you. So give the new faces here a chance if you don't feel the desperate need to see the “same old face” this time round. It can sometimes even be really helpful to get a different perspective on your health concerns. The way we work together

All doctors and nurses have access to

can mean that you get more of a combined

your whole electronic records, including

approach to help you; two brains are usually

your results, when they see you and so

better than one!

Roimata Herman: I was GP Registrar on a sixmonth placement since June this year and I’ll be covering the other doctors while they take leave over January. In April 2019, I will become a permanent GP at the clinic when I take over from Dr Ilias. I’m originally from Rarotonga and my special interest is

Ilias de Graaf: I’m a Dutch/Nepalese GP and have been part of the West Coast Health team since 2016, part of my role has included providing GP services at raglan Areas School. I will be leaving the team to return to Holland with my wife and one year old daughter in April next year.

CHRISTMAS & NEW YEAR OPENING HOURS Monday 24th Dec

8am – 5pm

Tuesday 25th December Wednesday 26 th December

Closed Closed

Thursday 27th December Friday 28th December Monday 31st Dec

8am- 5pm 8am - 5pm 8am – 5pm

Tuesday 1st January Wednesday 2nd January

Closed Closed

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MEET THE TEAM:

8am- 5pm 8am - 5pm

Michelle Meenagh: I have worked at the clinic for six years as the Practice Manager. Originally from Ireland, I’ve been living in Raglan for the last twelve years with my kiwi husband and two young kids. My main role here is to ensure the smooth day to day running of the clinic whilst also managing all the HR and financial aspects of the business. I feel very lucky to be part of this dynamic team and to be able to contribute to the community through this role.

Sue Kendall: I work on the reception front desk, I’ve been with West Coast Health Clinic for 18 months and have lived in Raglan for 9 years. I love my job because it allows me to help people every day either on the phone or in person. I work 2 days a week on the front desk and 1 day doing other administration duties. When not at work I enjoy sailing, gardening, Waka Ama and running our Airbnb accommodation business.

Amy Devlin: Hi, I’m Amy, I have recently joined the West Coast Health team. I have 10 years nursing experience with a background in emergency nursing. I’m really loving working in the community where I have lived for seven years with my husband and two young children.

Katie Smith: I joined the west coast health team in 2016 as a practice nurse, coming from an operating theatre background. I enjoy working within the community and contributing to making a difference in primary care.

Teresa Morgan: Hi my name is Teresa, I work as a receptionist 4 days and as a medical centre assistant 1 day a week. Before working at West Coast Health Clinic I was at the local Westpac branch for 16 years and am really enjoying the change. I love that I have the opportunity to continue to work locally and with a great bunch of people.

Tracey Frew: I am the nurse manager at the clinic. I work fulltime and love my job; I enjoy being involved in the community and I love working with the people of Raglan, some of whom I have known for a long time. I grew up in Hamilton and my family came to Raglan more than 25 years ago with our younger children were born here. Our children keep coming back to their hometown, some permanently and others for weekend visits. They too enjoy the outdoors. I have a passion for Māori health and equity.

Melody Macleod: I am a newly qualified GP and am looking forward to returning to West Coast Health Clinic having spent the first half of the year there. I enjoy working as a GP as it covers many different and interesting aspects of medicine. Outside of work, I enjoy long-distance running and spending time at the beach. My husband is a Primary School Teacher and will be based at Te Mata School from next year. We are very much looking forward to getting to know the Raglan community.

S E X U A L H E A LT H S E RV I C E S For people 24 years and under, any service related to sexual health is free of charge if you are a New Zealand resident Summer is here, and so is the ‘party season’. Be prepared, and know where to get help if required. Have you thought ahead? Do you have enough of your contraception? Have you stocked up on condoms to protect against sexually transmitted infections? West Coast Health Clinic is here to help you with your sexual health, offering a comprehensive, private and confidential service. We work with people of any gender, age, sexual orientation or ethnicity.

Services include: •Diagnosis, treatment and counselling for sexually transmitted infections. • Family Planning options - contraception and emergency contraception (to avoid pregnancy). • Issues relating to pregnancy. Feel free to book an appointment with your GP or nurse.

WEST COA ST HE A LTH CLINIC SEASONS GREETING FOR A SAFE AND HAPPY CHRISTMAS F R O M T H E T E A M A T W E S T C O A S T H E A LT H C L I N I C

Carol Millar: I’ve been working at the Clinic for 5 ½ yrs now, initially as a Receptionist then moving into the role of Medical Centre Assistant 2 years ago. This newly created role within the practice was designed to provide primary care nursing support for both the Doctors and Nursing staff and to better meet the needs of our Patients. I am also a St John Ambulance Officer and have been for 16 years. Being able to assist our Community in times of medical or accidental emergencies is an extremely challenging, gratifying, yet rewarding role.

Michael Becker: I am a GP who has worked in the allergy arena for years at Medlab and in Australia, and have a special interest in food related allergies. I joined the West Coast Health Team in 2015 and work every Tuesday & Wednesday. I have lived in Otonga Valley for over 20 years and I’m enjoying working within the eclectic Raglan community. I spend a lot of my free time in the bush on my property, rehabilitating the forest and controlling pest species.

Kia ora, we are a married GP couple who moved to Raglan two years ago with our then 3 year old daughter. We now also have a one year old son. We are really enjoying raising our young family in this beautiful, dynamic coastal town.We continue to love working at West Coast Health Clinic and with the Raglan community. Hamish Seton: I’ve been with the West Coast Health team for the past two years. The time has flown by with getting to know the place and the people and also with an addition to our family last year. I’m really enjoying living and working in the Raglan community and all rural GP life has to offer. My areas of special interest are child health and skin cancer medicine. Madeleine Wells: I spent my early childhood years both in Auckland and at Orere Point, a small town on the Firth of Thames. I am currently in the process of completing my Fellowship after recently returning from a year of maternity leave. Both Hamish and I have completed a post-graduate diploma in paediatrics, and children’s health is an area of medicine that I also really enjoy. I spend most of my time with our two children, but when I get a moment I like to walk our dog, practice yoga, go for bike-rides, play tennis and garden.

Mike Loten: I’ve been working at West Coast health Clinic since moving to Raglan with my family in 2007. I love the varirty of work that general practice offers and I specialise in skin assessments, minor surgery, travel medicine and sports medicine. My sabbatical to Canada for a year in 2016 was a good experience for our family and reinforced how special Raglan is, we are all glad to be home!

Dr Matt Wilson: I’m Matt, a former Aucklander who moved south to Hamilton with my fiancé in search of a rugby team who knows how to win. Having spent the last four years at Waikato Hospital I’m now excited to start my General Practice training in Raglan. I enjoy all areas of medicine but am particularly passionate about palliative care and care of our older population

Sharon Mullany: I am recently new to West Coast Health after being at Waikato Hospital for many years. In my down time I enjoy the outdoors and love the activities that this community has to offer. Being part of this very special community is a privilege and I look forward to welcoming you as patient when attending West Coast Health.

Lynny Stevenson: My name is Lynny Stevenson and I am one of the four receptionists at the clinic. I moved to Raglan in 1991 and raised four lovely children in this gorgeous slice of paradise and have been working at West Coast Health since 2003.

Kristi Daniel: I started my nursing career in Hood River Oregon, USA working in operating theatre and then moved to the Waikato about 12 years ago. I worked in the Waikato Hospital Intensive Care Unit before making the move to work in Raglan. I joined the West Coast Health clinic team over 4 years ago where I now specialize in Diabetes and Chronic disease management. My family and I enjoy being a part of this amazing community.

WATCH THIS SPACE FOR NEWS A BOUT OUR NEW M EDIC A L CENTR E DUE TO STA RT CONSTRUC TION IN 2019 WEST COAST HEALTH: 07 825 0114

AFTER HOURS & P U B L I C H O L I DAY C A R E A R R A N G E M E N T S :

H E A LT H Y T I P S F O R A S A F E H O L I DAY S E A S O N

Anglesea Clinic provide health services for our patients out of normal working hours, they are located at Corner Anglesea & Thackeray Streets in Hamilton and can be contacted 24 hours a day on 07 858 0800. Healthline can be contacted 24 hours a day on 0800 611 116 for free advice from registered nurses.

• Wear jandals on the beach as the black sand gets very hot • Always wear a helmet when skating, biking or on a scooter • If jumping off the footbridge, be aware of what is coming under the bridge from the other side and which way the current will take you • Don’t swim under the influence of alcohol • Stay hydrated and ensure kids get fluids regularly

IN THE EVENT OF AN EMERGENCY, DIAL 111.

E X T R A C O V E R F O R T H E H O L I DAY S E A S O N

As you all know, Raglan is a very popular tourist destination over the summer so we will have 4-5 doctors working most days to help cater for everyone’s healthcare needs. We will also have our team of regular nurses together with locums here to help.

• Don’t let skin infections go untreated, these are more common during summer months • Be sun safe – slip on a long sleeved top, slop on plenty of sunscreen, slap on a wide rimmed hat & wrap on a pair of close fitting sunglasses • Cook food properly and ensure it is stored safely at the right temperatures • Be road safe – consuming alcohol or other substances can impair your judgement and slow your reaction time behind the wheel

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his summer the Union and Activate Churches in Raglan are joining forces to offer hope by revealing Gods love to people at the end of their tether. Starting in December and going through to the end of February the churches will be combining for Sunday services at Raglan Union Church, and running a chat lawn on the property at specific times over the summer. They are inviting people who are at the end of their tether, who have tried everything and just feel stuck, to come and talk confidentially about their real life issues. Activate Church Pastor, Andrew Roughton, says, “Sometimes the first step to getting your life back on track is to open up to someone, to break the silence. Talking to someone is often the best way to gain fresh perspective and see new possibilities. Our goal is to offer people hope, to be a light in their darkness.” Andrew goes on to say that their mission is, “Wherever, whenever... be like Jesus,” and he explains that Jesus was the most loving, gentle and kind person who ever lived. “Jesus was always including the hurting, the marginalised

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and invisible people in the community - much to the disgust of the religious people around him,” he says. “We don’t want to get all religious on people and beat them up. We want to love them like Jesus would. It doesn’t matter who you are, what you’ve done, or where you’ve been, Jesus loves you - completely and unconditionally.”

The two churches are having a special Christmas service at 7pm on Christmas Eve, 9.00am on Christmas Day, and will meet at 10am every Sunday. All services over summer will be at the Raglan Union Church, at 3 Stewart St.

“Come and have a chat,” Andrew says, “or look us up on: end of your tether .com”.

THE R A NGITA HI PENINSUL A SET TO OPEN IN

ith the Rangitahi Bridge now complete, stage one almost open and more than 100 section sales confirmed, It’s been a momentous two years and kick-off for the Rangitahi project. We have just 12 sections remaining up for grabs in the second stage. We anticipate it won’t be long before all sections in stage two are sold out.

Enjoy breakfast amongst the bustling central hub of artists, travellers and boutique shops, then go and grab yourself a paddle board. There are a few local places to hire them from if you haven’t bought your own.

The design of the land is starting to take shape with the road surfaces in and more than 50,000m2 of soil re-shaped to create this urban landscape for the community of Raglan.

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The vibe amongst those who have secured their piece of paradise on Rangitahi is infectious.

This is a project that will define and protect the future growth of our humble coastal lifestyle.

The Rangitahi community looks set to be a diverse and vibrant one, with people from various walks of life set to call the peninsula home.

It is set to be a perfect model for sustainable development, enhancing the surrounding ecological values, with great respect for the natural estuarine environment.

Get ready for a vibrant new energy and plenty of opportunities! Keep up-to-date with the progress via our various social channels online, or take a paddle around the peninsula this summer. Yip, we are all about outdoor action here in Raglan, and you could easily do it with the whole family. Not only does Raglan’s coastal setting lure you into a surfer’s dream mecca, but the beautiful harbour inlet provides such a sense of tranquillity that you feel like you could be venturing into an untouched paradise…which you pretty much are. As you know, the Rangitahi Peninsula is surrounded by these peaceful waters, with only moments from the hub, you can have your coffee and cake and eat it too.

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The vision for this project is to create an extension of our colourful Raglan neighbourhood over to the Rangitahi Peninsula, a ‘waterway wonderland’ filled with natural reserve areas, walkways, and regenerative planting. Get amongst this new sustainable urban community. Come and see Sam and Sophie at the Rangitahi Shed on Bow Street. These two have plenty of passion and plenty of understanding about this special place. When it comes to creating a blueprint of what a new, sustainable and fun community should look like, these two have the respect and vision needed to accomplish it. Appointments to be made through our website: www.rangitahi.co.nz

The first stage of the Rangitahi Project is currently under construction, with the roads and urban landscape being built over the 2018/19 summer season.

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REUSABLES

drink bottle

shopping bag

take away cups

thank you for keeping our sea rubbish free http://xtremezerowaste.org.nz/plastic-free-raglan

No collection

Kerbside collections

KĀKĀRIKI

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Green area

Pink area

Orange area

Yellow area

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10.00 a.m. Site open

R AGL A N CH A M BER OF COM M ERCE A R E C A P O F S O M E H I G H L I G H T S F RO M 2 0 1 8

he Raglan Chamber has been busy working behind the scenes of some of Raglanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s top community projects this year. Outside of providing events and networking opportunities for Members, the Chamber also represents Members and local business interests through advocacy work and community involvement. After realising that local businesses were having trouble hiring new employees due to prospective applicants unable to find secure, long-term housing on this side of the divvy, the Chamber knew something had to be done. Discussions with the Raglan Community House Manager, Mike Rarere, helped to paint an even bigger picture of the housing issues facing local residents, and the severity of the housing crisis that has taken over the community. These discussions led to the Whaingaroa Raglan Affordable Housing Project (WRAP) being launched in January of 2018 by The Raglan Community House. Raglan Chamber Board Members, Lisa Thomson and Charlie Young have been working diligently alongside members of the Community House, the Raglan Community Board and WRAP Project Manager, Fiona McNabb, to better understand the housing issues within the local communityâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;with a goal of finding an affordable and sustainable solution that will work for Raglan. The group spent this year exploring solutions and alternatives to housing, meeting with housing experts, and conducting a feasibility study within the Raglan area. This enabled a more accurate representation of what local residents think of the current housing situation. WRAP hosted an Affordable Housing Forum in November featuring an array of presenters who shared their ideas of alternative housing, solutions to make your current home more affordable. Additionally, the WRAP team shared the results of the feasibility study. The work of WRAP will continue on in 2019. In April, the Chamber launched the Whaingaroa Raglan Home-Based Business Group, created to bring together homebased business operators to meet one

another and work alongside each other. The Chamber created co-Working Sessions, which are held fortnightly during the winter Months, May to September, around Raglan cafes. Raglan has become a mecca for home-based businesses and small startups, and the Chamber hopes to provide more meaningful support for these types of businesses in the new year. The Chamber also plays an active role in encouraging waste minimisation, supporting the ongoing work of the Whaingaroa Environment Centre and Xtreme Zero Waste. Chamber Board Member, Bronwyn Lowe has been a part of the Steering Committee for Plastic Bag Free Raglan (PBFR) since its inception in 2016. Plastic Bag Free Raglan was initiated by the Whaingaroa Environment Centre, with support from the Chamber, the Raglan Community Board, Xtreme Zero Waste and Para Kore, with a goal of seeing single-use plastic bags removed from local shops by the winter of 2019. The Chamber worked closely with the PBFR team to launch the Business Support & Accreditation Programme in 2017, which provided resources and knowledge to businesses owners to help them find solutions to plastic bags. Plastic Bag Free Raglan received a positive response from both the businesses and residents, and as it stands, almost every business in the community is â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;plastic bag freeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;, and offers a viable alternative, be it compostable bags, paper bags, or encourages shoppers to bring their own. Earlier this year, direction of PBFR was officially handed over to Xtreme Zero Waste who will drive â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;phase twoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;, which will encourage the community and visitors to â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;remember your reusablesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;, an initiative directed at tackling single-use waste. The Chamber is looking forward to supporting the evolution of this next step. The Chamber is also thrilled to report that not only are plastic bags finally being phased out by the government come 2019, but Plastic Bag Free Raglan took home the Best Community Environmental Initiative

Award at this yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Keep New Zealand Beautiful Awards. Not only did Plastic Bag Free Raglan take home a win at the Awards, but Raglan itself was awarded Most Beautiful Small Town. Keep New Zealand Beautiful judges visited Raglan in September and took a tour of the community with Councillor Thomson. They learned about Raglanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s waste minimisation initiatives at Xtreme Zero Waste, the Councilâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;3 Pâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;sâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; loo campaign, the local dune plantings and community beach cleans being organised by the Whaingaroa Environment Centre, and saw first-hand the successful work of Plastic Bag Free Raglan. Raglan was awarded Most Beautiful Small Town, but during their visit, the judges recognised Raglanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s unprecedented commitment and efforts to beautifying the community, as a result, Raglan was also awarded Supreme Winner for the evening and overall Awards. Raglan Naturally is another community initiative the Chamber has been supporting this year, as the revitalisation of the original 2001 plan has been taking place over the past 18 months. The Chamber sees Raglan Naturally as a document that will help to communicate the goals and aspirations of the Raglan community to Council, local business owners, new residents, and those interested in relocating to our community.

The Chamber was also happy to see local businesses enter into the Waipa Business Awards held in August this year. The Awards are hosted by the Cambridge, Te Awamutu and Raglan Chambers each year and are a great opportunity for business owners to put their business plan down on paper, analyse the inner workings of their business and promote their business to the Waipa network. Raglanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Palm Beach Motel was awarded Best New & Emerging Medium Business at this yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Awards, while Raglan Rock won the Raglan Customer Choice and Raglan Best Customer Service Awards. In the coming months, the Chamber will also be driving forward the Whaingaroa Raglan Destination Management Organisation, which will help to bring cohesive and clear management to Raglan as a destination, as it becomes more popular with visitors each year. As the Chamber heads into 2019, their sights are set on a new path that will lead to new opportunities for Chamber Members to connect and learn. As of April 2019, the Chamber will take on a new moniker, operating as the Raglan Business Chamber. Follow the Raglan Chamber on Facebook to find out more details as they are announced. To become a member of the Raglan Chamber, or learn more about what the Chamber does, visit www.raglanchamber. co.nz, or email info@raglanchamber.co.nz.

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COUNCILLOR KŌR ERO A M E S S A G E F R O M Y O U R R A G L A N WA R D C O U N C I L L O R

humming with whānau, friends and visitors– especially when the sun is shining.

cars backing up toward town or Raglan West,

Whether you live here or are visiting us for a day or two, you’ll soon have your ‘favourite things to do’ around town. Like hanging out any one of our local coffee shops, where you’ll find young families, visitors and locals alike spending time talking, laughing and connecting. Or sitting on Bow Street or down by the water, watching the world go by. Supermarket catch ups and friendly smiles as you pass others walking down the beach are some of my favourites.

waiting won’t end the world.

I personally love this time of year, enjoying the summer sunshine, the fresh smell of line dried washing, the tang of salt air, barefeet walks, jetty jumping, but most of the all the laid back, welcoming vibe that our community is known for.

ia ora koutou and Happy New Year!

It seems like only a few weeks ago that we were ringing in 2018 and here we are 12 months later, welcoming another year and the start of the Summer holiday season. New Year’s Eve in Raglan will be fireworks free this year, but I am sure the town will be

The warm summer sun brings an influx of visitors into our community, and we hope you’ll have a little extra patience as you make your way around town. I really encouraged you to get to know ‘the Raglan way’. Have you heard the saying ‘leave only footprints’?... think of that when you are here in Raglan. Remember your reusables: reusable shopping bags, coffee cups, containers, paper or beeswax wrapping for your food and please put your rubbish in the bin. If the bin is overflowing, please take it home with you. Take time to let traffic cross the one lane car bridge, from both sides! If you see the

let them through, a couple of extra minutes Stuck for parking in town? Pop over to Papahua Domain (by the campground) it’s an easy few minutes walk back into town. Alternatively, there is parking on James Street and at the rugby sports grounds off Cross Street, there is ample parking there, and it’s only a short stroll from there to the shops or down to the wharf. There will be new parking areas on Stewart Street and in the upgraded Joyce Petchell park area, work is well underway as part of the Council Tourism Infrastructure Funding from central government. Through this funding we’ll also be getting new toilets at Ngarunui Beach and on Cliff Street. Speaking of toilets! Remember the ‘3 P’s’ only down the loo: pee, poo, and paper. Help keep Raglan nice and clean for both visitors and residents. If you haven’t heard, Raglan was awarded ‘Most Beautiful Small Town’ and ‘Supreme Winner’ at this year’s Keep New Zealand Beautiful Awards. We hope you enjoy your time in our community, and help us really ‘Keep Raglan Beautiful’. Cr. Lisa Thomson Waikato District Council - Raglan Ward Mobile 0211 798 256

CONGRATULATIONS WHAINGAROA WINNER: Supreme Award 2018 WINNER: Most Beautiful Small Town 2018 WINNER: Plastic Bag Free Whaingaroa - Community Environmental Initiative

To the many volunteers, community organisations, businesses and individuals who work tirelessly to make Raglan the most beautiful place in New Zealand. We thank you. This would not have been possible without your support. Nga mihi nui, Waikato District Council Raglan Summer Holiday Guide | 41

R AGL A N SUNDAY SESSIONS W E E K L Y F E S T I V I T I E S I N T H E YOT C L U B YA R D

othing brings the sound of summer like the Raglan Sunday Sessions!

The iconic weekly festivity, now 8 years strong, is recognised across the country and beyond for hosting high quality acts in the most notoriously great vibe. A weekly affair that gets the whole heart of the village beating! Live DJs, MCs, bands and music producers from all over the world are selected to perform and entice Raglan’s wide audience of music lovers. Something most agree, is a blessing to the town’s music culture. Stephen Reid (aka Jamin-i), founder and host of the Sunday Sessions, is a passionate promoter that aims to keep the good vibe alive. “The Sessions is known especially for the contagious good vibe and quality acts. It’s a place for the community and people from all walks of life to get together, connect and let their hair down! There’s something special about the vibe that builds up in the yard

every week. Sometimes, around when the dance is big smiles all round and hey Raglan’s just started Revolution!” says Steve.

R AGL A N SUNDAY SESSIONS

SEVEN Y EARS ON AND VIBING

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The Sessions, located in the Yot Club Yard, aims to make music available to all, by offering free entry and being open to all ages (accompanied by parents) between 4.20pm and 7pm. To top up the experience, a delicious selection of Japanese fusion food is cooking outside in the yard, available all evening. Beer special, and bubbles on ice.. need I say more! But beware, festivities go up a notch as the sun goes down, becoming R18 after 7pm.. We suggest you come early and secure your spot in the sun! To ﬁnd out about up-andcoming artists for the season, follow Raglan Sunday Sessions on Facebook and Instagram. Raglan Sunday Sessions / Yot Club Yard / Free from 4.20pm, cover charge and R18 after 7pm

YOT CLUB R AGL A N C H E C K O U T T H E F U L L G I G G U I D E F RO M T H E YOT C L U B

he summer months are here and we have another stacked line up coming through from the YOT Club bringing you some of the hottest gigs of the summer! Keep up to date by checking out the YOT Club Facebook page.

from their headlining stints at Northern Bass. Huge support from ex London lad Chicorelli and Freecell from Hamilton. JDubs will be hosting. SATURDAY 29 DEC: Latin Aotearoa have long been a Raglan favourite with their fusion of Latin beats/ percussion and sultry vocals creating a sound unlike any other. LA has been powered by one of one of Nzs finest DJs expat Brazillian Bobby Brazuka who plays a hip hop party set to start and finish the night.

THE YOT CLUB ON FOR SUMMER

THURSDAY 20 DEC: Earshot hosted by Cian. Our regular Thurs gig hosted by Cian, founder of Conch Music and one of the best tune selectors in the he heat of summer is upon us, and with business.

it another stacked lineup from the one

FRIDAY DEC: roll back into and 21 only YotSummer Club. Thieves With more artists Raglan on the weekly, first leg ofbe their Summer Tour.upThese being booked sure to stay to guyswith are athe Yotty favourite, oneFacebook of the tightest date Yot Club on for bands new announcements and gigfrom lineups. around. Huge support local reggae band Lost Tribe of Aotearoa.... Book these gigs into your calendar and you’ll

beSATURDAY set for summer: 22 DEC: Punk Rock at its finest from

Auckland band Cindy. Formed out of the ashes of Auckland heroes The DHDFDs by leadve singer FRIDAY 15 punk DECEMBER Blue Child Collecti Scott Brown. Cindy impressed all at their debut SATURDAY Hobo Magic(Oz), appearance16 in DECEMBER March. As always Scotty brings huge Bloodnut, Illicit King Wah Kaju Wahz, Wolf Stoner support from who are Wizard. making big waves rock Kyuss/Sabbath Oz and NZ’s ﬁnest in Auckland, $10 onfrom the door. SUNDAY 23 DEC: The last Sunday Session

SUNDAY 17 DECEMBER RAGLAN SUNDAY before Christmas is shaping up as a highlight with SESSIONS with Cian, Bevan Nichols and Rolex act, Flowidus, release in international the yard withD’n’B Snead place Projectdoing in thea club. party with the$10 oneaftand only Food Tiki Taane on all MC Free from 420, er 7pm. Cooking duties. ThistoisDuckas huge and a fitting welcome home night thanks Tucka

SUNDAY 30 DEC : The last Sunday Session of the THURSDAY 28 DECEMBER From 9pm, DJ T, year will be a little different with top Auckland ska founder of Get Physical Records (Berlin). Pioneer band The Acetones playing. Their slot is weather of techno and house music with support from dependant. If fine they will play outside ‘til 10pm. local artist Rayner. If wet they will play inside from 10pm-1am. Normal Sunday 29 Session guidelines apply FRIDAY DECEMBER Racing withwith Starrthe - day kicking off at band 5 pm. in Free till 7, of $10 thereafter. Funkiest rock NZ.entry Nucleus Checks. Inside at Shades of10pm. QoTSA. Arctic Monkeys NEW YEARS EVE: The big one and we have a huge SATURDAY DECEMBER The ska.are line up this30 year. Doors open at Acetones, 8pm and we These every 30th and smash it into itguys from play the start with topDec Auckland act Labretta every time. Suede and the two-piece pack. Labretta is one of the countries top frontwoman and her energetic NEW YEARS EVE with Mana Lion, Greg performance is worth the price of admission alone.

Fountain. Should be fun with these label mates of

FRIDAY 28 DEC: A huge night of international D’n’B with two international headliners from the UK, WEDNESDAY 27 DECEMBER Hit The Beach Soul Motion and Macca playing. This is a side gig

Punk Rock from Auckland legends Master Blaster, with support from Contenders and Blamethrower

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SATURDAY 05 JAN: One of the huge gigs of summer with the Jordan Luck band popping their Yot Club cherry. Get your tickets for this absolute Kiwi icon from www.undertheradar.co.nz. Huge support from EKKo park. This is an outside gig. Doors at 6.30pm. First band at 8pm, finished by 10pm, party carries on inside till 1am.

SUNDAY 20 JAN has the Soundsplash Sunday Session with stars from the festival playing . Always a massive line up . Always a hghlight of the year.

SUNDAY 06 JAN: The first Sunday Session of the year. KRS3 will be backing up from teir epic NYE gig while we will also fit in breaks internatty Defcon1 and North Shore Pony Club. Normal Sunday Session guidelines apply. THURSDAY 10 JAN brings back Earshot with Cian FRIDAY 11 JAN Friday brings Dunedin band Soaked Oats.Fresh from a USA tour these Sludge Pop afficianados will be including another band or two with them.

THURSDAY 24 JAN Cian returns wit Earshot FRIDAY 25 JAN Raglan funkmonsters Mighty Mighty return to launch the traditionally hectic Auckland Anniversary weekend. SATURDAY 26 JAN brings the official Soundsplash afterparty. Check our facebook for details. SUNDAY SESSION Auckland Aniversary is traditionally one of our biggest days and this will be no exception wit YT and more. FURTHER GIGS: FRIDAY 01 FEB: Knights of the Dub Table SATURDAY 02 FEB: Summer Smash with bands Cheshire Grimm 5 girls and guests SUNDAY SESSIONS 03 FEB: JStar

SATURDAY 16 FEB: Ladi6 (tbc)

THURSDAY 4 JANUARY Hip Hop DJ Stormin house/techno djs in NZ aspire to. A dead set legend Norman

SUNDAY 13 JAN brings a huge line up for our Sunday session .Not one but 2 bona fide headliners. Sunshine Sound System vs The Peacekeepers. Downtown Brown and no doubt KP are huge favourites of the Yotty both with deep ties here .The Peacekeepers who are P Diggs and Sambro also are long time visitors. Tickets are available 10$ presale SATURDAY JANUARY Raglan funk Guidelines machine for this one.13Normal Sunday Session Mighty apply. Mighty & guests

KRS3 are Kellyn Hodge, Ric Rush and Sean Murray. FRIDAY 5 JANUARY Summer Thieves, One of the esare and Raglans favourite bands AllYotti three exemplary turntablists and they all set

SUNDAY 14 JANUARY Raglan Sunday Sessions ever to come to Raglan back. My Baby are a Dutch from 4:20pm. Check Facebook for details.

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KRS3. Greg will be playing inside. Greg is the DJ all recognised globally as one of the best in the game.

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Cat in the yard and Brown Brothers in the club. SATURDAY 6 with JANUARY SMASH 18 others music a wideSUMMER range of genres covering THURSDAY Mini Food rock Cooking festival all with Free from 420, 27 $10DEC: after 7pm. Underground rockbeats, n’Rollmash with Cheshire Grimm, Hip Hop party ups and stone cold bands Dictaphone Blues, Ha the Unclear and Reb night thanks to Duckas Tucka Skinny Hobos, Falsegenre Heights, Violet Highway classics over every . TUESDAY Racing 26 DECEMBER BOXING DAY Reggae legends Cornerstone Roots and guests

touring internationally and showcasing their post punk sound. Great support from Japanese rockers Heavenphetamine. We all know how Japanese bands go in Raglan.

SATURDAY 12 JAN brings a biggy. A Trans tasman Ska skank off with The Acetones and Surrey Boudit holding fort for the Kiwis, while Melbournes finest The Westonians represent hard for the West Island.

Churchill, Jake from Summer Thieves, Ric Rush, NextMurray up is one the Waikato’s most techno, legendary Sean and of Kellyn. Rock, hip-hop, bands Party Mobile StudHuge Unit line or M.S.U. A description House jams. up. Doors 8 pm-2 of Devo meetsnumbers, The Sex Pistols onTickets the money. am. Limited bands is onright early. Chriswww.cosmicti Paki is a riff machine from cketi ng.co.nzwhile nothing can

Marxie belt out a tune. These guys have only played for local boy Raph Henderson, who is one half of MON 1 JANUARY NEW YEARS DAY BLOCK PARTY: Dancehall with a handfull of gigs Reggae in the last 10Olmechre years so this is a Flowidus is born and bred in Raglan. FRIDAY 22 and DECEMBER Surrey Boudit. DJSnead St Supreme and Silva (NZ’s top female MC) Red massive treat. Project in theSka yard before and Raglans Skin and Bone. from Auckland’s ﬁnestown and The Robin, Atmosphere and more TBA After the bands we will have DJs Greg Churchill and Strange Attractor will finish the night. Raglans favourites BOXING DAY 26 DEC: Boxing day brings the start SATURDAY 23 DECEMBER Basscould partybeFreq n of the holiday season and there no better Beach with Bulletproof, Kaosis and Melicious way to start than with Raglan’s own Cornerstone Roots playing. This whānau based band continue to SUNDAY 24 DECEMBER Raglan Sunday evolve and maintain there status as one of NZ’s top Sessions with Beat Joiner, King Macka and Jinja bands.

FRIDAY 04 JAN: We reopen with a bang with Australian band Kalibah. Kalibah have an excellent reputation and tour globally on the back of their Mexican metal sound.

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SUNDAY 7 JANUARY RAGLAN SUNDAY will be limiting numbers. We would recommend SESSIONS with J-Wall and Stormin Norman in coming as you don’t want to miss the yard early followed with Such n Such in out. the club. Free from 420, $10 after 7pm. Food Cooking all night thanks to Duckas Tucka FRIDAY 12 JANUARY Knights of The Dub Table

THURSDAY 17 JAN brings one of the finest bands

powerhouse who play Euro festivals all summer than come21 toJANUARY NZ in our Summer. This will be their SUNDAY SOUNDSPLASH 6th year visiting the Yot .They old all our attendance AFTERPARTY records. The idea is to play them outside in which case they will COMING UP: be finised by 10 pm. Tickets on sale on line. This is an excellent start to te sold out FEBRUARY Soundsplash Festival. FRIDAY 16 The D4

THURSDAY 22JAN: My Baby SATURDAY 19 The YOT opens for the hottest FRIDAY 23 King Brothers, Vottare ones, DHDFDs band in Auckland Wax Chattels a 3 piece already MARCH The Hard Ons, Ian Pooley, Pitch Black, Hockey Dad, Kava Kings

SATURDAY 9 FEB: The Supersuckers(S) SUNDAY SESSIONS 10 FEB: JStar MARCH 1 .Oz Post punk band Cable Ties MARCH 8 The Garden (Oz) MARCH 16 Regurgitator . KING BROTHERS TO PLAY IN FEB

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When did you first start playing together? We started playing around two years ago with our mentor, the legendary Peter Skandera. Skandy was the person who came up with the idea of a collaboration and the first generation of the band, Raglan Hillbilly’s with our debut song ‘soggy pigeon.’ Where have you performed? As cloak bay we just begun performing live with a bunch super cool and talented dudes, Jacob, Kelvin, Paulo and Tatava. However we will hopefully be making a few appearances around Raglan. So we heard you have released your first EP. Tell us about that process. We started by just making some music that we enjoyed listening to at home. Some

FESTIVA L INFOR M ATION, VISIT: SOU NDSPL A SH.CO.NZ of our buddy’s thought we should put some of it out onto the web and it was then that our first EP digi town and the boogie boys was birthed. We’d describe our music as a mixture of jazz, Indi and blue wave influences. How would you describe your music? How did that style of music become your thing? I guess the style is just a mix of all sorts of music we’re into so it came about

through just a shared enthusiasm in similar genres How do you work together? Is it a collaborative approach? Sometimes one of us will write a full song, sometimes it will be kinda half and half, there’s not really any set approach to how we do it just yet. So impressive that you are playing at Soundsplash! How does that feel? We’re stoked to being playing at soundsplash 2019, being on a lineup

amongst some of our influences is super buzzy. If you’re planning to attend soundsplash, come give us a listen. Yours sincerely, Kenneth Tatunka. What can we expect in 2019? We think we will be releasing a new album and maybe some kind of music videos in the future How can we listen to your music? If ya keen you can have a listen on, Spotify, iTunes, YouTube, SoundCloud, CD baby and Google Play.

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