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14th December 2017 - Issue #574

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Artist Q&A: Geraldine Burns

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Dancers from Whaingaroa Youth Movement perform at Wainui Bush Park Reserve.

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RAGLAN UNION CHURCH

This week the Chronicle had a chat with photographer, Geraldine Burns.

Can you describe your photography?

Natural, raw, real.

I’m a bit obsessed with Raglan – so a LOT of my photos are of Raglan.

I’m trying to capture the normal, real Raglan, the Raglan I see and love.

My work is mainly of landscapes, I also really love photographing flowers and plants, and structures (bridges and architecture) too. I’m a graphic designer, so my images are probably quite influenced by that, textures, lines, composition and colour.

I first met you years ago when you were doing some graphic design here at the Chronicle. When did you start to focus on photography ?

It was probably around then. I used to sell photo blocks out here and at the Tamahere Markets. I’ve since sold art prints at markets and in shops and cafes. I’m now really keen to get into fine art photography and more exclusive framed work.

Other than creating artworks what other photography are you involved in?

I also do some weddings and the odd family shoot too. I’ve recently ventured into fashion shoots for a friend too which is fun and a new challenge.

When did you start to exhibit?

I had my first exhibition at Blacksand back in about 2007. I’ve only exhibited in cafes so far, so I really want to get my work into some galleries – watch this space!

You have an exhibition at Rockit what can we expect to see?

I love putting my artwork up in Rock-it. It’s one of my favourite places to hang out and the painty rustic walls set off my simple, clean pieces nicely.

This exhibition is called ‘Mood’ and I like to think that I’ve captured a real mood in my photos. All the images are of Raglan apart from one. Muted earthy tones, special light captured – I hope people connect with my photos and they evoke a feeling in them.

Each image is a limited edition of 15, 5 of each size (A2/A1/A0) are available framed or unframed (on order). I have tried to showcase the type of framing that suits the images – with simple white and wood frames.

My artworks will be accompanied by some gorgeous indoor plants from my friend Jasmine at Sill_life, all for sale too.

I’m doing my first Raglan Arts Weekend at the end of January too, so my exhibition is running right through summer. I may add new pieces as I go (and once I sell some!).

MOOD Photographic Art Exhibition by Geraldine Burns. On at Rock-it Kitchen and cafe from 9th December 2017. www.g-design.co.nz Instagram: g.design_photo

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Raglan Weather & Tides

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Raglan Karioi Trail 2017

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Raglan Karioi Trail 2017 24km winner Bobby Dean makes his way across the finish line.

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ith the tracks dry on the mountain, this year’s Raglan Karioi Trail was always going to be a fast race.

Winner, Bobby Dean from Paengaroa, broke the 24km race record by seven minutes, running up and down the mountain twice in just two hours and 42 seconds.

Organiser Francois Mazet, who also

competed this year for the first time, said Bobby’s performance was amazing.

“Bobby won by 15 minutes.” Said Francois.

Raglan resident Rodrigo Jaca Gonzalez came second (2:57:27).

Previous record holder Sjors Corporaal (2:49:54) was supposed to run but had got injured in the week. His son, Kaya, ran instead, coming in fifth place overall and first in the men’s U18 division.

Top image: Runners prepare for the 24km race.

Bottom image: Kitty and Cora McInereney complete the 10km race.

Sjors reckons he will be back next year to get his record back, says Francois. So the chase continues.

A new record was set in the 10km race also. Aucklander Keon Hall, who turned 14 this week, beat Raglan local Reuben Kendall’s old record by two minutes.

Francois says it was the first time in RKT’s 5 year history that a couple won the men’s and women’s 24km races.

Bobby’s partner, Anna Barrett, was the first woman home, finishing in at 3:46:55.

More than 200 people competed in RKT, with the most registrations in the 24km men’s race and then the 10km women’s race.

“The 10km walk is getting popular, too, and the 2km kids race still gets the same enthusiasm!

“Lots of family are running the event.

When you look at the results you see one parent in the 24km, the other one in 10km with one kid, and another kid in the 2km!

This is what we like to see, people enjoying Karioi and sharing this passion of running on it with their kids.”

Raglan Rippers Ngakau Benseman, 13, and Cory Hartgill, 12, won the 24km relay race, while Raglan doctor Mike Loten and his son, Sam, 12, came second.

“We had lots of kids running the 10km.

Most of them started in the 2km four years ago and now they are running the 24km relay or 10km. We had six girls and six boys under 14 running the 10km race.”

The 10km walk was won by Matt Pennell, from Hamilton (2:17:28) Chester Opperman, from Hamilton, won the 2km kids race, ahead of Flynn McGregor from Raglan. Renee Sweetman, from Raglan, won the girls’ division.

As for Francois, he placed second in his division, the men’s 40-59 age group, in the 24km race, 12th overall.

“I was mostly smiling all the way!

I reckon it’s less tiring to run 24km than being race director.”

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Tarot Talk

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elcome to Tarot Talk - a new weekly column in which I will introduce a Tarot card for the week and provide a little information about it. I hope you enjoy this space.

The card I have drawn for this week is the Four of Pentacles.

The Four of Pentacles represents a financially stable situation and firm foundations.

It also shows protection of assets and traditional values.

This card can sound a note of warning however and is sometimes referred to as "the miser" card. One of the dangers of having wealth is the temptation to value money far above its real worth and this can lead to a miserly or ungenerous attitude. Overall though it shows that any wealth you have gained has come from hard work. You will value what you have achieved and, for the time be keen to protect your assets.

More information about this card can be found on the Tarot Talk Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/tarottalknz/ Tarot readings are available by appointment. Txt Chrissy on 027 6644261

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From left - Aaron and, Hudson Bidois, Jack Lee, Jay Piper-Healion, Rachel Harlow and Louis Bidois (in front).

7101 - Jack Lee, Harlow Bidois, Rachel Bidois, Jay Piper-Healion and Louis Bidois.

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aglan Area School’s Surf Academy gives promising young surfers a taste of the wild west coast surf action and Raglan family life.

Founded in 1998 by Deane Hishon, the academy finds local homes for up to 22 out-of-town students with an international surfing career on their minds.

First- time homestay parents Rachel and Aaron Bidois have had two academy grommets - Jay Piper-Healion, 17, from Whitianga and Jack Lee, 15, from Whakatane - living with them for the past year and say the experience has enriched their family life.

“Having them here has brought a new dynamic to our family,” Rachel says.

“They are great kids and are a really good influence on our kids.”

The three Bidois children – Hudson, 12, Harlow, 7 and Louis, 6, instantly took to the new family members and Rachel says they look up to the boys as if they were big brothers.

Jay and Jack are out surfing any minute they can squeeze into the day and say Raglan is the place to be for good surf.

“The surf here is way more consistent,” Jay says.

Maintaining good grades is part and parcel of the programme and Aaron says it makes the boys more focused and keeps them away from the usual teenage antics that might get them into trouble.

“The kids coming into the academy really have a lot to prove to their parents for them to be here.”

Wayne Morris has organised the Surf Academy homestays in Raglan for the past

10 years and he is always on the lookout for new families to come on board.

He spends time interviewing families and students to find the right fit for both parties.

“I make sure the student is in a happy environment where they feel comfortable,” he says. “If they’re not happy it affects their schoolwork, their surfing and their wellbeing.”

After an initial trial period of around six weeks, he will check in with the student and the family to see how things are going and he will make other arrangements if necessary.

Janine Jackson Wayne is on the hunt for a couple of families for next year’s intake of students.

For more information contact him on 022 604 2251.

Raglan Community Christmas Dinner

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olin Chung and his team of helpers are organising another midday Christmas

dinner at the Raglan Town Hall, on Christmas Day.

for your own dinner, make another for us

generous funding to help with staging

and just bring it down to the Town Hall

this annual event and the many other

before 12 noon on Christmas day.

community members who have donated

Santa will be on hand to make this

“If you are finding yourself alone,

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or without extended family; or for some

Christmas carols to be sung and also local

reason you may not be able to afford

musicians providing entertainment.

their time, effort and goods toward this great event.

Please call Rhonda or Colin 825-8289, or Dave 825-8792 however - please leave

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to be the Raglan community, and the home happens to be the town hall” says Colin who extends an open invitation to anyone in our community.

Colin, Rhonda Chung & their team of helpers are once again preparing a delicious feast including turkey, ham, lamb, sushi, mussels, salmon and loads of salads and vegetables - they can, however, use extra desserts, so if anybody is making dessert

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Finding yourself alone at Christmas (with no family around & needing some cheer), and you’d like to share a Christmas dinner with your own Raglan Community?

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Santa makes early delivery for Raglan children

From left - Raglan Kindergarten kids Sophia, Jack and Brayden give the Lions' Christmas cuddly toys their seal of approval.

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anta will deliver good cheer and cuddly toys to the children of Raglan thanks to the Lions Club and Raglan Surfside Church.

The initiative started over 30 years ago when the Lions organised the annual Christmas Eve celebration in Raglan.

In the last 10 years the sleigh reins have been handed over to the Surfside Church elves who now help Santa give out the toys and lollies.

Throughout the year hundreds of soft toys are collected, sorted and washed by the hardworking team at the Lions Op Shop and shop manager Wendy Coxhead says it’s a wonderful community collaboration.

“It’s a great way to share the love at Christmas and bring joy to lots of children.”

Surfside pastor Roger Peart has fond

memories of seeing Santa in Raglan spanning three generations.

“I remember taking my younger brother and sister along, then my children when they were young and now my grandchildren are going,” he says.

“So, when we were approached by the Lions Club to give them a hand it was easy to say yes.”

Roger says the Lions do all the hard work giving the soft toys a new lease of life and they also buy the lollies.

The Raglan Volunteer Fire Brigade also lend a hand driving Santa and his elves around town in the fire engine.

Keep an eye out for Santa and his elves riding the fire engine on Christmas Eve starting at 5.30pm.

Janine Jackson

Plant a Tree promotion with Wild Coast Ruapuke

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s caretakers of our land, we, like many other farmers and landowners dedicate our lives to our whenua. Wayne, Penny and Kids have been at Ruapuke for over 22 years and have regenerated many hectares back to thriving bush. The streams are clean and the birds are back.

Wildcoast Ruapuke is a family run business that offers awesome horse adventures through the bush and over farmland and down along Ruapuke Beach. The stylish eco cabins are set on the regenerating bush overlooking the Wairake

stream (the biggest flow on the Ruapuke side of Karioi te maunga).

Wayne and Penny have planted 1000s of trees over their time in Ruapuke and are planning on doing much more. Their aim is to replant and retire another 7 hectares next year from grazing to bush. To involve the wider community in their replanting endeavours they have decided that during the month of February 2018 they will plant one tree come planting season for every person who comes riding or stays in their cabins.

They hope they will see you out there so they can plant a tree with your name on it!

This week we sat down with Bruce and Brenda Teddy, who run Raglan R&R AirBnB in Te Uku.

Why did you decide to set up a safari tent as accommodation?

Brenda: We started off with a B and B up at the house and then we decided to expand from there because we knew our guests would love the experience. We wanted to create a camping experience without people having to put a tent up. Everything is done for them.

Bruce: We like the concept of people coming to enjoy the rural life plus it's my retirement fund!

How was the experience setting the whole campsite up?

Bruce: Setting it up was a good challenging venture. We were playing in the mud for 3 months with all the rain over winter. Must say WDC were very helpful through the process.

I wanted to get the tent as low to the ground as possible to make it feel like proper camping. The tent comes from Holland. It arrived and we were pretty much on our own in terms of figuring out the rest.

Whats the feedback like so far?

Bruce: Feedback is absolutely fantastic.

Brenda: People say we have thought of everything and it's the little touches that people appreciate. The fire pit and hot tub under the stars are a hit.

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A column connecting with senior citizens in our community.

W

ith the busy summer season we need to be sun smart. As we get older the skin becomes more susceptible to sun damage.

Use a good quality sunscreen and wear a layer of clothing during the heat of the day and a sun hat. Stay out of sun between the hours 11 am and 4 pm particularly on clear sunny days. Drink plenty of water to keep the body and brain hydrated. The brain is 75 % water and even a small amount of dehydration can cause problems such as poor concentration, fatigue and anxiety. Keep a water bottle handy while driving and take frequent breaks on long journeys. Nicotine and caffeine and sugar (found in fruit drinks) may have a detrimental effect so stick to fresh water.

Make sure pets have access to fresh water and be aware that cats are attracted to the anti freeze that may drip out from a car radiator on to ground.

Cats are attracted to the sweet taste of the Ethylene Glycol found in anti freeze and only a small amount ingested may be deadly . Rat Poison can also be a problem especially for dogs that tend to scavenge.

Make sure rat bait is out of the reach of pets and children.

This week sees the last session of the year for Care and Craft and the Senior Computer Technology Group. Both will start up again at the beginning of February. A huge thank you to Jake who has helped get the older generation online and supported us with the on going issues of modern technology for the last two years.

The Raglan Community House will be closed from December 22 until January 15 and the Bargain basement will be relocated upstairs .

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Raglan Community Health Service Van will also close from December 22 until January 15. The Senior Saturday Group will continue through the summer. Those wishing to attend the Raglan Community Christmas Dinner need to contact the Community House 8258142 or The Raglan Colin 8258289 or Dave 8258792.

The Lions Op Shop will be open every day except Christmas Day. Now is the time to get the New Year’s Eve Parade floats ready for the January 30. This is an annual event run by the Lions and supported by the Waikato District Council and the Raglan Community Board.

Contact Bob 825 8041 or the Raglan Book Shop for details Emergency numbers will be displayed on new signs in public places and notice boards around the town and also at the Community House. The Raglan Medical Centre will be open normal hours over the summer except statuary holidays, Christmas Day and Boxing Day and New Years on January 1 and 2.

The next Crop Swap meeting will be at the Bowling Club on December 17. All welcome. Bring something from your garden or kitchen to swap.

The Knitters Circle will continue throughout the holiday period on Wednesday mornings at Orca Restaurant, Water Restrictions are now in place and at this stage sprinkler systems may be used in the morning between 6am - 8am and 6pm – 8pm during the evening. Hand held hoses can be used at any time. This is level one, however, there may be further restrictions if the dry weather continues. Contact the council if in doubt.

Pauline Abrahams

Waikato District Council celebrates youth engagement programme

Waikato District Council Youth Engagement Advisor Shannon Kelly, Councillor Lisa Thomson, and Raglan youth representatives Charlie Irvin, Sven Seddon and Grace Mindoro.

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bout 40 guests including youth representatives on Waikato District Council community boards, their mentors, and the groups they lead, attended an endof-year celebration of the Council’s youth engagement programme at the Council chambers back in November.

Waikato District Mayor Allan Sanson said, “We’re proud of what our youth have achieved this year and we hope the experience will encourage them to continue to pursue their own projects and ideas, and to continue to work with their local community boards and committees to get things done for youth in our district.”

Nine youth action groups have been set up in the district with representation on their local community board or committee as a result of the Council’s strategy to engage with the district’s youth. They are in Onewhero, Huntly, Ngaruawahia, Tuakau, Te Kauwhata, Raglan, Taupiri, Tamahere and Meremere.

Most of the groups were set up as a result of a Council ‘Govern Up’ challenge earlier this year.

With a $10,000 grant secured from the Ministry of Social Development, the ‘Govern Up’ programme challenged young people around the district to grow

their leadership and governance skills by organising community-based events or projects. Each group that entered the programme was given a share of the grant to assist them.

Through the ‘Govern Up’ programme about 100 young people have gained leadership experience in organising events involving nearly 600 other youth in the district including a fruit tree giveaway in Onewhero, a Health Expo in Ngaruawahia, a community planting in Taupiri, a Wacky Hair Disco in Te Kauwhata, and a ‘Creative-Con’ in Huntly.

Many of the youth have built on that experience to move onto other group or individual projects.

Three members of the Onewhero-Tuakau and Te Kauwhata youth action groups applied for and won scholarships from The New Zealand China Friendship Society to travel to China this year to retrace the footsteps of New Zealand author and poet, Rewi Alley.

A Waikato District youth award winner from a previous year who was then elected to the Taupiri Community Board, Sharnay Ormsby Cocup, this year went on to win a national Women of Influence Young Leader award for her work.

If you would like to join a youth action group in your area, contact Shannon Kelly on 027 405 6450.

Students from Raglan Area School took to the streets last week to showcase the hard work they have put in to their recent projects.

An occasional column with Aaron Mooar, Station Manager of Raglan Community Radio and the host of the Morning Show.

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here has been a really positive news story coming out of Patea over the last two years that started with new principal Nicola Ngarewa being appointed after a period of crisis at the school.

She has modernised the way the school runs, doing away with bell times and offering a kind of flexi time for older students so that they could fit jobs in around their studies.

These and many other changes have turned around student performance at the school

with an improvement in academic results and an increase in attendance and students numbers.

Because our own Area School Board of Trustees has been asking for community feedback on their 2018 charter recently I thought it was a good time to interview Patea’s principal about these changes Nicola Ngarewa who was the Taranaki Daily Times person of the year for 2016 didn’t beat about the bush, she was very up front about the fact that the current school model originated 100 years ago and isn’t preparing children for the modern world. It needs a good shake up she said.

Patea Area School encourages students to take responsibility for their own learning, they have done away with timetables and work areas are designed for collaboration.

Students plan their own curricula based on their own interests and ambitions. These are experiences that will provide skills essential for a rapidly changing work environment – and very different to the traditional experience of sitting in a classroom and having your day directed by the school bell.

They teach Mandarin at Patea Area School now and have sent groups of students to work at an orphanage in Fiji and on trips to Silicon Valley and Stanford University.

Every second Friday they go out into the community doing things like dive courses or hunting and gathering.

Patea students also got involved in the South Taranaki Reef Life Project, a community project documenting sea life on a reef 11 km off the coast of Patea. This is part of the ocean that the head of TTR, Alan Eggers, famously described as a virtual desert. The project has proven otherwise and the students have been full involved.

Their teachers say they can’t get enough of it and are thirsty for more knowledge and the chance to continue their involvement.

Our own Phil McCabe ('til recently the Chair of KASM) said that he can’t speak highly enough of the contribution the reef project made in the case against TTR. There’s often criticism directed at younger generations for their poor turn out when it comes to elections but what’s missed is that they’re often active in different ways.

Patea Area School has proven that even before they’re old enough to vote they’re just itching to get out of the classroom and be involved in making a real difference in the world.

The interview with Nicola Ngarewa can be found by looking up Morning Show interviews on the podcasting page at www. raglanradio.com.

Aaron Mooar is Station Manager of Raglan Community Radio and the host of the Morning Show. On air 6 – 10am weekdays on 98.1FM and streaming/ podcasting on www.raglanradio.com

Raglan NIA Dance Jam

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t's a choreographed dance to music. The moves are called kata and we base techniques on a variety of healing arts, namely Felden Krais, tae kwon do, tai chi and yoga.

Every one is welcome, no experience necessary, its all about moving to heal your body's way, feeling the joy and pleasure of dancing. $10 entry fee.

Our dance is lead by five certified Nia Dance teachers from Raglan, Hamilton, Mt

Maunganui and Waihi Beach. Teachers will lead two or three tracks each.

The dance starts at 11am and goes for approximately one hour. Sunday, December 17.

We invite members from the community to join us.

Our Fabulous venue is the Kokiri Stage at the Kokiri Centre on Riria Kereopa Memorial Drive.

For more info please see our Nia In Waikato facebook page.

Or Contact Belinda Goodwin for local class times in Raglan. 0275407422

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Annual middle-aged men's bowls champs

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An occasional column featuring talented youth in our community.

This week we spoke to Lenny and Muroki from the band Cloak Bay. When did you first start playing together?

birthed. We’d describe our music as a

We started playing around two years

digi town and the boogie boys was

ago

with

our

mentor,

the

legendary Peter Skandera. Skandy was the person who came up with

mixture of jazz, indie and blue wave influences.

How did that style of music become your thing?

the idea of a collaboration and the

I guess the style is just a mix of

first generation of the band, Raglan

all sorts of music we’re into so it

Hillbilly’s with our debut song ‘soggy

came about through just a shared

pigeon.’

enthusiasm in similar genres.

Where have you performed?

As

Cloak

Bay

we

just

begun

performing live with a bunch super

How do you work together? Is it a collaborative approach?

Sometimes one of us will write a

Jacob,

full song, sometimes it will be kind of

Kelvin, Paulo and Tatava. However

half and half, there’s not really any set

we will hopefully be making a few

approach to how we do it just yet.

cool

and

talented

dudes,

appearances around Raglan.

What can we expect in 2018?

So we heard you have released

We think we will be releasing a new

your first EP. Tell us about that

album and maybe some kind of music

process.

videos in the future.

We started by just making some

How can we listen to your music?

music that we enjoyed listening to at

If you're keen you can have a

home. Some of our buddy’s thought

listen on, Spotify, iTunes, YouTube,

we should put some of it out onto the

SoundCloud, CD baby and Google

web and it was then that our first EP

Play.

This week's Young Talent column is sponsored

by Ray White Raglan.

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T

he annual middle-aged men's bowls championship was held over the weekend at the local bowling green with some impressive bowling performances by all.

This year's championship was taken out by Jwan Milek and Andrew McGregor with a solid performance on the green by the pair.

A huge thanks to all involved, especially the sponsors: Raglan Roast The Raglan Project Lilypot Florist Raglan Liquor Centre Ozone Kites Raglan Barber Raglan Cruisers Raglan Surf Emporium Orca Restaurant and Bar Raglan Surf co.

Raglan Pharmacy Herbal Dispensary Jwan Milek Raglan Photo Gallery Raglan Organic Coffee The Shack Top Cut Butchery Aroha Sushi Turkish kebabs Raglan Bakery and Café Raglan Book Centre Wahine Moe Raglan Tattoo Raglan Harbour Cruise Jenny Wats Physiotherapy Harbour View Hotel Namaste Kitchen

Pirates Pizzas J & P Fagon Contractors Supervalue Supermarket Yot Club West Coast Health In My Good Books Gene Glover photography Tonic Hair Salon Rock 17 Raglan Shuttle Raglan Kayak Raglan Club

Whaingaroa Youth Movement presents: Wayfinding - a children's community dance project

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haingaora Youth Movement's annual dance performance was held over the weekend at Wainui Bush Park Reserve. Another beautiful performance that was choreographed by Patti Mitchley and her talented crew of dancers.

This year's performance was about

continuous navigation: "We are the stars, the birds, the waves. We sense direction in the soles of our feet, in the feel of the wind and in the sound of the rushing wake."

"We point our compass inwards to where our gifts, values and passions meet. In the spirit of exploration and wonder, our path and purpose appears."

Images thanks to Erin Walker and Geraldine Burns.

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A Touch of Class

For Sale $749,000 Contact Stephen O’Byrne - 021 969 848 sobyrne.raglan@ljh.co.nz

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Are looking for location and content ++? Across the road from the Bowling club and approx 100m from the harbour edge you’ll find getting in the water is effortless. Town, playgrounds & the wharf are all just a stroll away. The 1980’s home has been well maintained and truly enjoyed by the original owner, on the market for the first time ever. Featuring 3 bdrms & open plan living the home is surprisingly private & sun soaked. A self contained shed conversion provides an opportunity for holiday accommodation. Offering a dble garage, dble carport plus separate boat garage. Under house storage, potting shed & fully landscaped section.

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Deadline 19 December (unless sold prior) Contact Stephen O’Byrne - 021 969 848 Email

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Effortless style & quality this is a property to admire. The modern designer home offers spacious & light open plan living leading onto a covered outdoor area for al fresco dining & features 3 dble bedrooms, master with ensuite and walk in ‘robe. The 1210m2 section includes wetlands a useable lawn area, vege gardens & established plantings. This stunning home is extremely well appointed with every detail thoughtfully considered from the clever storage solutions to the raised strawberry beds, prepare to be impressed!

Lorenzen Bay within easy walking distance.

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Sweet Serenity This gorgeous property is truly something special and is sure to take your breath away. Offering spectacular 360° views of the valley from every window. Presented in immaculate condition the home offers 4 bdrms, 2 bthrms & internal access dble gge. Downstairs is a newly built semi - s/c flat. The 5974m² of land has been lovingly developed, planted and landscaped like no other, the hard work is ALL done! The fully fenced section has something for everyone with vege gardens, fruit trees, chicken coop and goat paddock. It is impossible to describe how stunning this property really is, so come and see for yourself.

Native Bush & Harbour Views - 40 acres Located on the northern side of the Aotea Harbour, this 40 acre block has plenty of potential to develop further into your special hideaway escape. The property is comprised of mixed species native bush and approximately 10 acres of grazing land under dead-standing manuka trees which are ideal for a firewood supply and income option. A small shack sits enjoying the harbour views and a track into the valley accesses a flowing stream and several other building platforms. With no electricity for easy connection nearby, it would suit off grid power generation such as solar power. Raglan township is 27kms away or 30 minutes and Hamilton city is under an hours drive. Call Kyle or Matt for details.

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By negotiation Stephen O’Byrne - 021 969 848 sobyrne.raglan@ljh.co.nz ljhooker.co.nz/1S0HFG

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By negotiation Kyle Leuthart - 021 903 309 kleuthart.raglan@ljh.co.nz ljhooker.co.nz/1STHFG

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44 Wainui Road

98g Greenslade Road

100c Greenslade Road

1 Lorenzen Bay Road

For Sale By negotiation Contact Michelle O’Byrne - 021 969 878 Email mobyrne.raglan@ljh.co.nz Saturday 1 - 1:30pm View ljhooker.co.nz/ 1S4HFG

For Sale $310,000 Contact Robbie Regnier 021 952 271 Email robbie.raglan@ljh.co.nz ljhooker.co.nz/ 1QRHFG View

For Sale $699,000 Contact Chrissy Cox - 027 287 1804 Email ccox.raglan@ljh.co.nz Sunday 1 - 1:30pm View ljhooker.co.nz/ 1NJHFG

For Sale Offers over $995,000 Contact Kyle Leuthart - 021 903 309 Email kleuthart.raglan@ljh.co.nz By appointment View ljhooker.co.nz/ 1MBHFG

Prepare to be Pleasantly Surprised Completely renovated to the highest standard including dble glazing, fully insulated, new roof plus top of the range chattels. Situated on a 971m² section you enjoy massive harbour views & water access only mins away.

This outstanding property is sure to surprise and delight come and view it for yourself at this weekend’s open home.

Summer @ Moonlight Bay Utilise the double garage on this 548m² section over summer. Sit back and visualise the potential of great harbour views this unique property has on offer when you are ready to build. With less than a minutes walk to Moonlight Bay the harbour is a haven for all water sports.

Mild covenants apply.

Your Haven ‘The Chalet’ was built to make the most of the sun and the views with two living areas and dual decks for relaxed outdoor living and entertaining. You will love the peacefulness of the bush setting and the sheltered micro climate. Wake to birdsong, breathe in the fresh sea air and enjoy the natural tranquillity of the gentle lap of the tides.

Impossible to Build for the Price!

Be impressed when you enter through the auto gates and see this exceptional 330m2 home built in 2008. Upper level - kitchen, living area & master bedroom wing. The lower level has 3 bedrooms, a bathroom, an office, a laundry and internal access 3 car garage. The large landscaped 1295m2 has beautiful rural, harbour and mountain views.

Robbie Regnier

Chrissy Cox

Matt Sweetman

Kyle Leuthart

Michelle O’Byrne

Stephen O’Byrne

Sandra Bowditch

021 952 271

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021 624 826

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021 969 878

021 969 848

021 751 759

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*NB Boundary lines on photos are approximate & merely a guide. All information contained herein is gathered from sources we deem reliable. However we cannot guarantee or give any warranty about the information provided. Interested parties must solely rely upon their own enquiries.

LJ Hooker Raglan (07) 825 7170 •

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Public Notices FRI 15 DEC R A G L A N WHAINGAROA PLAYGROUP C H R I S T M A S P A R T Y Bouncy castle, face painting, raffle, morning tea and Santa! Friday 15 December, 9.30am to 12pm @ Scout Hall, Cliff St. Children aged 0 - 6 and families welcome.

SUN 17 DEC C H R I S T M A S IN THE PARK at Papahua/Te Kopua Domain.

From 5pm. Free.

SAT 16 DEC C H R I S T M A S TREE SALE KASM Fundraiser.

10am - 2pm, Bow Street, Raglan.

WED 20 DEC R A G L A N R A M B L E R S 9am from Wainui Rd car park next to the fire station - Kayak & Christmas break-up.

RAGLAN ARTIST’S CASH & CARRY ART SALE 16-17 Dec 10am - 2pm 27 Government Rd

FRI 15 DEC SUN 17 DEC @ YOT CLUB: Blue @ YOT CLUB: Child Collective.

Raglan Sunday Sessions with Cian, SAT 16 DEC Bevan Nichols and @ YOT CLUB: Hobo Rolex in the yard with Magic (Oz), Bloodnut, Snead place Project Illicit Wah Wahz, Wolf in the club. Free Wizard. Stoner rock, from 4.20 $10 after kyuss/Sabbath, from 7pm, Food cooking Oz and NZ’s finest. all night thanks to Duckas Tucka.

For Sale A G R I C U LT U R E TRAILER galvanised. 5 yrs old. $7000+gst. can hold 50 conventional haybales.

a ta m i ra . c o. n z Amazing Sneakers, & Desert Boots GARMENT Project + New styles Rosefield Watches MENS TCSS Cords are !!!

RUAPUKE MOTOR CAMP

- Peace and tranquility -Surfing, fishing, bush walks - Cabins, powered sites, tent sites PH 07 825 6800

In My Good Books Quality 2nd hand books Open Thurs - Sun from 10am 2 Wallis St Books wanted.

Garage Sale 12 Smith Street 8-3pm. Kids toys, bedding, clothes.

Acknowledgements RAGLAN KARIOI TRAIL IS EXTREMELY GRATEFUL TO THIS YEAR’S SUPPORTERS. In particular the volunteers that play an integral part in the event’s atmosphere. You guys rock! We thank our main sponsors: Rangitahi, Trek ‘n’ Travel, Pilot Brewery, The Raglan Chronicle, Mama’s Brew shop, Ozone, Mac Pac, Ray White, Raglan Super Value, Studio 368 Screenprint, WahineMoe, Sweet As and Swell Map without which the event would not be possible, as well as Atamira, Raglan Surf Co, Roll-up, Trade Aid, Surf Emporium & Karioi Maunga for their generous contributions. Thanks also to the Swann family, Raglan Kindergarten, Chris Banks, Pete, Nathan and Kaumatua Sean Ellison.

E ngā mana, e ngā tapu, he puna aroha e kore e mimiti e rite ana ki ngā tai whakarongo e ngunguru nei. Tēna koutou, tēna tātou. The Rickard whānau would like to express their sincere thanks and gratitude to everyone for the love and support extended to us at the loss of our father "Grandpā". Special thanks to Dr Ade, Dr Rasa and their team at Te Kohao Health, Catherine, Tish and Liz for their care and support during during his illness, To all those who donated kai and koha, the ringawera and the paepae at Poihakena marae thank you all for easing the burden and ensuring our manuwhiri were well cared for.

There are no words that can express the gratitude that we feel. No reira ka nui te mihi, ka nui te aroha ki a koutou katoa.

Public Notices WHAINGAROA PHYSIOTHERAPY CHRISTMAS OPENING DAYS XMAS WEEK Closed 25th, 26th, & Wednesday 27th Open Thursday 28th & Friday 29th December NEW YEARS WEEK closed 1st, 2nd & Wednesday 3rd Open - Thursday 4th and Friday 5th January

Raglan Swimming Club AGM Raglan Community House 45 Bow St Dec 28th, 5pm New members welcome

AGM RAGLAN COMMUNITY HOUSE 45 Bow St Dec 28th, 5pm New members welcome.

MERRY CHRISTMAS AND A HAPPY NEW YEAR FROM THE TEAM AT WHAINGAROA PHYSIOTHERAPY

Christmas and New Year Hours The Xmas and New Year Holidays will change the days of our kerbside foodwaste collection.

To help you manage your foodwaste over the Xmas and New Year’s period, Xtreme Zero Waste is accepting foodwaste drop off at the centre on: Friday 22nd December to Friday 5th January.

Please ensure your foodwaste is contained in the official XZW Compostable bags.

We will provide a wheelie bin near Kaahu’s Nest for collections.

Xtreme Christmas Hours Monday 25th December - Site Closed Tuesday 26th December - Site Closed Wednesday 27th December - Open 8.30am - 4.30pm Thursday 28th December - Site Closed Friday 29th December - Open 8.30am - 4.30pm Saturday 30th December - Open 8.30am - 4.30pm Sunday 31st December - Open 8.30am - 4.30pm Monday 1st January - Site Closed Tuesday 2nd January - Site Closed Wednesday 3rd January - Open 8.30am - 4.30pm Thursday 4th January - Site Closed Friday 5th January - Open 8.30am - 4.30pm Saturday 6th January - Open 8.30am - 4.30pm Sunday 7th January - Open 8.30am - 4.30pm Kerbside Collections - Recycling, foodwaste and pre-paid bags Wednesday 27th December - Raglan West Thursday 28th December - Raglan East Wednesday 3rd January - Raglan West Thursday 4th January - Raglan East

Situations Vacant RAGLAN AREA SCHOOL SEEKING A SUPER BOARD SECRETARY Our Board of Trustees (BOT) at Raglan Area School are a very busy group of people. There is lots of planning and organisational work that go into governing our unique school and we need help with all the admin tasks that go along with the work that we do.

As Board members, we are passionate about this voluntary job that we do for our school and we'd love to find a great secretary who can be passionate about the work too.

This is a paid, part-time position of 20 hours per month commencing in January 2018.

You'll be required to: - Accurately record minutes of all Board meetings and Extraordinary meetings.

- Check inwards/outwards BOT correspondence and record details.

- Manage the administration of BOT policies and procedures.

- Manage the BOT calendar and send out reminders of meetings and events to all members.

- Assist with any other BOT correspondence and administration tasks as required.

- Be available to undertake professional development.

To be successful you'll: - Be able to demonstrate your experience as an organised, proactive and enthusiastic administrator.

- Be a punctual, reliable, responsible and respectful person.

- Have effective verbal and written communication skills.

- Be an efficient and accurate typist.

- Be a confident and experienced user of digital communication tools to improve efficiency and productivity. Experience in tools such as Microsoft Office and/or the Google Suite would be an advantage.

At times, you'll be trusted with very confidential information so you'll be able to uphold our Code of Conduct and confidentiality requirements.

You must legally be able to work in NZ and also satisfactorily pass a Police check before employment can be confirmed.

If you're interested please write a letter explaining why you think you'd be a great Board Secretary, attach your CV and email to: boardoftrustees@raglanarea.school.nz.

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A CHRISTMAS CRACKER! • Adorable 3 bedroom home, newly refurbished. Everything has been done for you!

• New modern kitchen with quality appliances, new bathroom with amazing marble freestanding basin. New flooring and joinery, complete with double glazing.

• Fenced and landscaped. Selling fully and exquisitely furnished. Subject to title. rwraglan.co.nz/RAG22849

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By Negotiation Open Home: Sat 11am Contact: Julie Hanna - 027 441 8964 Blair Hanna - 021 0200 8282

62 Government Road, Raglan

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AMAZING WATER VIEWS SECLUSION IN CALVERT

• Fully furnished 2-bedroom home on 1381m² • Huge decking with bushy backdrop • Lends itself to an ancillary dwelling or secluded sleep-out

For Sale: AUCTION - 19th January 2018

• Listen to the surf, walk to the waves!!

• Immaculately presented and maintained 3 bedroom home. Three levels, a diverse composition of sleeping options and 2 bathOpen Home: rooms.

Sat 12pm • A tropical setting with a well-planned garden, a flat lawn and ample parking for boats and cars.

• A very large separate garage with studio above offers potential to further develop as a living space.

Julie Hanna • Ideal for a couple, offering income potential or a delightful life027 441 8964 style for family living.

• Situated approximately 8km from Raglan Town centre and a very short stroll to famous Whale Bay surf break.

• Pre Auction offers considered. Call Julie or Blair to view today!

Blair Hanna rwraglan.co.nz/RAG22847 021 0200 8282

41a Norrie Avenue, Raglan

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For Sale: NOW AT FIXED PRICE $609,000

Open Home: Sat & Sun 2pm Contact: Julie Hanna - 027 441 8964 Blair Hanna - 021 0200 8282 rwraglan.co.nz/RAG22847

10 Mahana Place, Raglan

For Sale: AUCTION - 19th January 2018 Open Home Sat & Sun 1pm rwraglan.co.nz/RAG22854

Julie Hanna 027 441 8964

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Immaculate 2 bedroom home with water views Bonus single room sleep-out Pre-Auction offers considered Just move in!

37 Point Street

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WINDOW TO PEACE AND TRANQUILITY!

• Are you looking for a private haven? A beautiful, iconic Kiwi bach?

• Enjoy the splendid waterfront seclusion with water, mountain and bush views comparable to few. Situated on 979sqm section.

• This 3 bedroom property has an open plan layout boasting native timber flooring and wood tones Contact: throughout the new kitchen. Includes large Julie Hanna: sleep-out.

027 441 8964 rwraglan.co.nz/RAG22757 Blair Hanna: 021 0200 8282

By Negotiation.

Blair Hanna 021 0200 8282

42 Cambrae Rd

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TOTALLY WHOLESOME FAMILY LIVING

• Situated in a quiet street and just a walk to Cox Bay for swimming and kayaking.

• This solid and sensible character home offers 3 bedrooms upstairs, open plan living with native timber floor and internal joinery, Contact: separate laundry.

Julie Hanna: • Situated on 1235sqm. rwraglan.co.nz/RAG22843

For Sale: $585,000

Open Homes:

027 441 8964 Blair Hanna: 021 0200 8282

17a Smith Street

Section 49a Norrie Avenue

• Sitting on the dock of the bay... watching the tide roll away!

• This flat, 623m² section is nestled amongst mature trees - Pohutukawa, Ponga, flaxes and a big old apple tree.

• Privately located with the Kaitoke Bay esplanade adjoining the property.

Contact: • Don't hesitate, phone for an Julie Hanna: appointment to view!

027 441 8964 rwraglan.co.nz/RAG22866

By Negotiation.

Saturday 16th December 11am - 17 Simon Road 12pm - 9 Calvert Road 1pm - 41a Norrie Avenue 2pm - 62 Government Road

Blair Hanna: 021 0200 8282

• Looking for an ideal section to build your dream home, then this piece of paradise is for you!

• Situated on 469sqm only minutes from town and on the very popular Norrie Avenue.

• Great views of the harbour and Mount Karioi with easy access to the beautiful Contact: Kaitoke walking track.

• Phone Blair or Julie to view today!

Julie Hanna: rwraglan.co.nz/RAG22868

For Sale: $350,000

Sunday 10th December 10am - 143a Hakanoa Street, Huntly 11am - 596a Wainui Road 12pm - 1 Lily Street 1pm - 41a Norrie Avenue 2pm - 62 Government Road

21 Bow St, Raglan Phone: 07 825 8669 Fax: 07 825 7410 Website: www.rwraglan.co.nz Email: raglan.nz@raywhite.co.nz Raglan Real Estate Ltd Licensed (REAA 2008)

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027 441 8964 Blair Hanna: 021 0200 8282