Karioi’s spirit captured in local film The Chronicle September 1, 2025 A flaxroots feature documentary brings Karioi to life through the connections and shared stories of those who call Karioi home — from hapū and long Read More
Take a walk down city-to-surf memory lane The Chronicle September 1, 2025 Raglan’s original City-to-Surf Walkway is being commemorated with a sign telling the story of how the community initiative came together. Read More
Tributes aplenty for ‘nicest guy’ in town The Chronicle September 1, 2025 He never actually lived here but Alan Lovegrove loved working in Raglan for 21 years – and the townsfolk, in turn, took him to Read More
RAW 2024 is More Festive Than Ever July 17, 2024 This year’s 14th Raglan Arts Weekend (RAW) is on track to be one of the most festive events to date yet, with
Pilates with Lifted July 17, 2024 Lifted Pilates opened its doors in Raglan in late November 2018 after Raph and Eden relocated from Australia, where they had spent
Talking business with the White Wedding Club July 17, 2024 Jacqui from the Local Rag chats to Ciara Faber, owner of the White Wedding Club based in Raglan.
ISA World Masters Surfing Championship Returns in 2024 July 17, 2024 The International Surfing Association (ISA) announces the return of the ISA World Masters Surfing Championship (WMSC) in 2024. The seventh edition of
Talking About Mental Health July 17, 2024 Ken Sparks moved to Whāingaroa from Auckland two years ago to be closer to his granddaughters, Dali and Rio. A former film
Q&A with Well Read Book Shop July 17, 2024 Well Read Books is owned and operated by locals Noelene Manufui and Koebe Rudolph (mother and son). Noelene has worked in community
Inland Revenue Powers – The Tax Administration Act: Check Out These FAQs July 17, 2024 As part of its tax gathering activities, Inland Revenue has massive powers under the Tax Administration Act 1994 including powers to search
Raglan’s Best Friends: Personal Stories From Dog Owners July 17, 2024 The bond between dogs and their owners is truly special and the Local Rag is highlighting some local stories of furry friendships.
Shearing award honours local volunteer June 28, 2024 A bit of plotting behind his back saw Waitetuna local Warren Parker presented with the Outstanding Contribution to Shearing Sports Award at the
Longtime op shop’s closure threatens club’s good works June 28, 2024 It reluctantly closed its doors last week after 40-odd years of trading – first in Bow St, then in Wallis St –
Celebrating Matariki: local Māori weavers showcase their art June 28, 2024 From June 28th to July 7th, the Raglan Old School Arts Centre will host a special art exhibition as part of the
Puanga Matariki celebrations at the Town Hall June 28, 2024 Celebrate Matariki at the Raglan Town Hall with weaving, storytelling, art, Rongoā Māori, a mini film screening, local organic food and more
Raglan celebrates the heart of the community during National Volunteer Week June 28, 2024 In celebration of National Volunteer Week from June 16-22, 2024, Raglan Naturally paid tribute to the profound impact of volunteers in the
The Road to Patagonia: A Journey of Love and Nature June 28, 2024 The Road to Patagonia is a stunning, intimate, and unflinching documentary series of love letters – firstly, a love between two people,
New exhibition celebrates volunteers and environmental lessons at Raglan Museum June 28, 2024 Given that we celebrated National Volunteers’ Day on June, Thursday 13 June was a great evening to open the latest exhibition at