What does it mean to be resilient? The Chronicle July 25, 2025 In the past five years Whāingaroa has faced its share of challenges. From the disruptions of a global pandemic to local road closures and Read More
Local volunteer raises awareness about Ukraine The Chronicle July 15, 2025 Fiona McNabb is adamant that this story isn’t about her. Read More
Tradies school up on building warmer, drier homes in Whaingaroa The Chronicle July 15, 2025 “It’s crazy you can be a builder for twenty years, and still not know this stuff,” said one local builder as he left a Read More
SH23 Raglan Road rebuild works and night time closures February 19, 2024 Work is set to start on State Highway 23 near Maungatawhiri Road from Monday 12 February for 3 weeks, with a mix
Exercise groups thriving as more retirees choose Raglan lifestyle February 19, 2024 Two long-running recreational groups are reaching new heights – one quite literally – as more older people choose to retire in Whaingaroa.
Girls Rock Aotearoa music programme launches in Kirikiriroa February 19, 2024 The first ever To The Front Kirikiriroa holiday programme is coming to Hamilton in the school holidays of July 2024. Born from
Whaingaroa Writers World at the Old School February 19, 2024 It’s official – we are hosting a new programmeme for the year ahead which will include workshops, seminars, writing events, books by
Chamber Spotlight: Two new GP’s join the Raglan Medical Team February 19, 2024 Kia ora! I am thrilled to be working in Raglan as a locum physician for 6 months. What an amazing place!
Breathing new life into the Sunday Sessions February 19, 2024 It’s lucky 13 for Finn Jackson and Jana Wernicke as they take on the mantle of promoting a Raglan institution that hit
Talking About Mental Health with Ruby Gibbs – creator of the Mental Health Toolbox February 19, 2024 Welcome back to the Mental Health column for 2024. This month I spoke with Resa. Resa has lived in Raglan for seven
Tōkū Kainga Kids with Ruby Gibbs February 19, 2024 Tōkū Kainga Kids was started by Bryony Wilson and Ruby Gibbs. We aim to provide a safe, supportive, and encouraging space for
Careerforce apprentice unlocks potential for neurodiverse youth February 19, 2024 Morgen Forbes is a shining light for young people with a range of neurodiverse conditions.
Catching up with the Raglan Surfing Academy February 19, 2024 As we begin a new academic year, we connect with Larry Fisher, who teaches Surfing at Raglan Area School, to learn about
Introducing: Jayd, A garden company for small spaces February 19, 2024 In this months’ feature, the Local Rag chats to the team behind gardening company, Jayd.
Creativity at Raglan’s IHub: A Spotlight on Anastasia February 19, 2024 Summer, so far, has been a refreshing change after the challenges of last year. The village has been bustling with activity and
Deaf Defying Cunning Stunts at the Hamilton Arts Festival February 19, 2024 Penni Bousfield aka Penni Feather was a full time singer in Auckland and Queenstown throughout her 20s and 30s. Penni is hearing
Whaingaroa Harbour Care closure a wake-up call February 19, 2024 It’s a bitter sweet time for Fred Lichtwark as the organisation he’s fronted for nigh on 30 years closed its doors in
Raglan mushroom farm launches brain-boosting supplements February 19, 2024 Raglan mushroom farm, Mushrooms by the Sea, well-known for its gourmet mushrooms, has embarked on an ambitious new venture in the world