Elite surfers claim win for mums after sea life briefly halts WSL finals
Thousands lined the cliffs and shoreline at Manu Bay on Monday as the inaugural wrapped up in memorable fashion, with world-class waves, emotional victories,
Shaping Raglan’s workforce together
Local businesses are invited to take part in a followup workforce hui on Thursday, June 11 from 4.30–6.30pm at the Raglan Surf Lifesaving Club,
‘Miracle’ that frightened pet dogfound after three weeks on run
Tears of joy coupled with a sense of “huge relief”: that’s how a Raglan family described their reaction when their beloved pet Bentley –
Coastcare Waikato 2024 planting season
Planting season has begun, with about 75,000 native plants already ordered for Waikato coastlines.
Huntly lake project has links to Raglan
A visionary project to regenerate a former Huntly coalmine and create a public outdoor education and recreation park, has its beginnings with a
RAW 2024 is More Festive Than Ever
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
In celebration of National Volunteer Week from June 16-22, 2024, Raglan Naturally paid tribute to the profound impact of volunteers in the
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