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The Local Rag caught up for a kōrero with local artist, Armin Schmidt. Schmidt’s solo exhibition “HOKA” opens this month.

Surfing for Farmers encourages farmers to take a couple of hours each week to head to the surf to help better manage stress and improve mental health.

The Local Rag caught up with horse lover Sara Murphy from Ruapuke to talk about her noble companions and how she helps local children discover riding.

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R AW POSTPONED – AGA IN – FOR L A BOUR WEEK END 2022 F R O M R A G L A N A RT S W E E K E N D

Left: Catherine Houston’s artwork entitles Boonah Right: Dyana Wells working on one of her artworks

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t’s feeling like Groundhog Day again for the organisers and artists of the Raglan Arts Weekend, with the popular annual event being postponed yet again. The new date is back on Labour Weekend, and fans are urged to keep the 22-24 October 2022 free.

“This is the second time our 2021/2022 event has been postponed. At first, it was from October 2021 to Easter 2022, and now it’s from Easter 2022 back to Labour Weekend,” says Nicky Brzeska, RAW coordinator. “It’s actually the third time we’ve had to postpone in two years, and each time brings complexity as we spend the majority of our sponsorship money in the build-up only to have the wind taken out of our sails. We’re not

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alone though in facing Covid issues, and we’re just forging on!”

Nicky points out that it will be well worth the wait, with artists having had an extended period to produce and cherry pick high quality work to exhibit. “We’re seeing some artists with a few styles now, providing a much broader range of work to choose from,” she says.

The 42 artists for 2022 include 13 new artists. Visitors will be spoilt for choice with a broad range of media from sculpture, painting, photography, metal work and encaustic to print making, illustration, pottery, weaving, textile art and designer jewellery.

It is likely another Preview Exhibition will take place but for a shortened period of time due to costs. Details of this will be revealed closer to the time.

“Thank you so much to all our sponsors and patrons for your patience over this extended period,” says Nicky. “We’re pleased our artist group had the opportunity to vote for their preference, and the overwhelming support for postponement makes us believe we’ll have a renewed energy come Labour Weekend!”

RAW is a self-guided studio tour of some of Raglan’s finest artists. Studios are open 10am until 5pm from Saturday 22 October to Monday 24 October 2022. All current information can be found on the recently launched RAW web site at www.raglanartsweekend.co.nz. A brochure which houses details of participating artists and a map can be picked up at the Raglan Old School or i-Hub. IG: @raglanartsweekend WEB: www.raglanartsweekend.nz

A KŌR ERO WITH A R M IN SCH M IDT B Y L E I L A N I G O O DA L L

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he Local Rag caught up for a kōrero with local artist, Armin Schmidt. Schmidt’s solo exhibition “HOKA” will be on show at La Petite Galerie, Raglan, with the opening night on the 22nd of April. Doors are open from 6pm to view the exhibition, accompanied by music from DMTH (Deep Minimal, Techno & House). The exhibition will be on until the 28th of April.

The artist has incorporated many ethea into his work, such as using sustainable materials and giving back to the mental health foundation with every piece sold, meaning everything is created with regards to the greater good. You may recognise some of Schmidt’s work from the positive signage around town - which originated around town during lockdown.

Who are you?

Kia ora Ko Armin tōku ingoa No Hāmene ahau Ko Whaingaroa tōku kainga inaianei Tēna koutou, tēna koutou, tēna koutou katoa My name is Armin Schmidt and I am an artist living in Whāingaroa.

Ever since I was a child I have been overflowing with energy, wanting to move and create. In fact, wanting to be a Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle was all I wanted to do growing up as a little boy in Germany. I somehow turned that vision into reality by devoting my time to being a mixed martial artist and started with karate lessons when I was 7 years old. Art was the only thing in the world that helped me to be calm and still as a child. I guess not much has changed since.

Being creative has never been encouraged by my parents simply because it was not perceived as something to make a career in, so I went on to complete multiple engineering degrees. After graduating again in 2014, I decided to make a change and swap a corporate working approach in Germany for a sustainability project that would take me around the world.

A close friend and I started an initiative that would let us eventually cycle 10,000km, through 15 countries, from Germany to Pakistan. We delivered an environmental project for children, “Recycling with Tim Turtle,” to 10 different schools along the journey, promoting environmental conservation to the next generation. I returned to Aotearoa to work as a kaiako shortly after finishing the project, and I have been working at a local early childhood education centre, “Let’s Grow”, in Raglan ever since. Children have an innate creativity, and my work as a kaiako reignited my passion for art.

What do you do/create?

I create contemporary art, mostly from recycled or upcycled resources; essentially creating something from very little. I source my art supplies

almost predominantly from Xtreme Zero Waste here in Whāingaroa. I also feel very lucky to have the support of the generous community. I have been for example gifted leftover paints from renovations before. Shout out to my dear friend Yoda from “Jedi Painter and Decorator”, who regularly drops off residue craft materials that help fuel my artworks. One person’s trash is another person’s treasure!

Can you please tell us about your street art/signs in and around Raglan?

It all started during the first lockdown period in 2020. I had some leftover plywood and came up with the idea to turn it into a sign to put by my letterbox.

The aim was to leave a positive trace on peoples days when they passed by.

It all links back to mental health and trying to have a beneficial impact even if it seems small on some else's life.

I also started to incorporate more Te Reo Māori in my messages, sometimes even full whakatauki to simply honour the beautiful culture of Aotearoa I am fortunate to live amongst. Eventually I decided to put them in different places around town and it seems I have now settled at the ‘one lane’ bridge.

In my opinion the bridge defines the supportive spirit of the Whāingaroa community by giving and receiving a small gesture of letting someone pass.

We are also forced to slow down for a brief moment, and that is the moment I would like to leave someone with encouragement; perhaps an uplifting feeling they can carry through their day.

Why do you create, is there any special inspiration or meaning/end goal behind anything you create?

I create because there is an urge to express. Practising visual art, or any type of art is therapeutic to me, like drilling mixed martial arts techniques is.

Unfortunately there are only so many hours in a day you can physically train your body, or practice the different aspects of martial arts, and so creating art is another avenue to get emotional release and express what is inside of me.

When my body is tired, sore and broken to pieces, my creativity can still flow through painting, collages, or creative writing. Making art in whatever form or shape puts me at peace, it brings me joy, connects me to other creative people, and it’s an educational medium - a chance to communicate, and to connect with the environment I live in.

Talking about close connections personally, I have lost a lot of friends and whānau to drug addiction and suicide, and so I developed a strong partnership with the Mental Health Foundation of New Zealand over the past few years. Part of my ethos as an artist is to donate a percentage of every sale to a charity program. The driving force behind the objective is my beloved mother that always encouraged me to give back since I can remember. She always said: “Son, no matter how little you have, you have to share and support people around you.”

She is the most loving, caring person I have ever met. I love you mum.

Armin Schmidt | Image ig: @g.design_photo So the overall aim is to support people with their day to day mental challenges that life sometimes provides, and of course raise awareness around the topic; normalise the conversation of mental health in general. In fact, twenty percent from each artwork sold goes directly to the MHF. The approach for my upcoming solo exhibition “HOKA” will be no different.

What is your ethos when it comes to creating?

As an artist you are tempted to say that you want to inspire. However, I would like to present an open invitation through my mahi to communicate, to help people connect with their dreams, past memories, to eventually create an emotional response. Whatever resources are available will then dictate the creation process and outcome. I don’t like to be limited in my approach,

rather to create art with whatever is around me, whenever I feel inspired.

Taking what is around me, filtering it through my being, and to eventually channel it on a medium of choice.

A final note; I would like to take the time to thank a few people who have helped me with my journey as an artist so far.

Special thanks to “The Wharf Gallery”, “Rock-it Kitchen”, and “Craft Hamilton” for giving me the chance to display my mahi. I am also very grateful that “The Local Rag” gifted me with this amazing opportunity to introduce myself to the community. Lastly and once again thank you to my mother; nothing would be possible without her unconditional love and support.

Waiho i te toipoto, kaua i te toiroa - Let us keep close together, not far apart. Arohanui.

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armers from across the country will soon be hitting the waves on woollen surfboards as the lucky winners of a new competition run across the 2021/22 Surfing for Farmers’ season.

The surfboards – made from a new wool cloth sourced from New Zealand sheep – were awarded to dairy farmers Jay Crowhurst from Te Uku and Jake Thomson from Waipa at the Raglan event.

The competition was run by Rabobank, one of SFF’s premier sponsors, and the winners were announced at the season’s final SFF events at the 23 locations across the country.

Around 30 farmers from all over Waikato – Hamilton, Waipa, Te Awamutu, Otorohanga, Waitomo, Te Kauwhata, Whatawhata, Pirongia, Te Akau, Taupiri and Glen Murray – took to the surf under the expert guidance of instructors from Raglan Surf School and Green Wave Raglan.

Speaking earlier this week, Rabobank New Zealand Country Banking’s general manager Bruce Weir said every participant at an SFF event over the season has gone into the draw to win one of the surfboards.

Launched in Gisborne in 2018, Surfing for Farmers encourages farmers to take a couple of hours each week to head to the surf to help better manage stress and improve mental health. The initiative has gone from strength to strength over recent years and more than 1000 farmers have attended events across the summer.

Weir says the bank has been involved with the initiative since its inception and Rabobank staff have played key roles in supporting the sessions at locations up and down the country.

“We’re very proud to support the SFF programme and the fantastic work it’s doing to reduce farmers’ stress and improve well-being. The events are free and provide an opportunity for those new to the sport to receive lessons and tips from a qualified instructor. The sessions also provide farmers with a chance to relax, grab a bite to eat and get to know some of the other participants.”

Weir says one of the key drivers behind the launch of the surfboard competition was the opportunity it provided to highlight just one of the amazing products that can be made from New Zealand wool.

“The wool industry in New Zealand has had a tough time over recent years, and as a food and agri banking specialist, we’re

SUR FING FOR FA R M ERS SE A SON WR A PS UP WITH WOOLLEN SUR FBOA R D GIVE AWAY B Y J A N I N E J AC K S O N committed to playing our part to get it back on its feet.”

The surfboards being given away have been developed by Barron Surfboards in Tauranga and are made from woolight – a new wool cloth which replaces the traditional fibreglass. The woolight product is also now being used in the construction of a whole range of other products including boats, kayaks, swimming pools and spas.

“We’re really proud to be giving away the woollen surfboards as they’re not only a great way to show our support for the wool industry, but they’re also much better for the environment,” Mr Weir said.

In addition, he said, the surfboard giveaway would allow farmers to continue their involvement and progression with the sport.

“Over recent months I’ve headed down to a few of the SFF sessions at Ohope and Raglan and, from the discussions I’ve had with farmers in attendance, it’s pretty clear that a few of them have really got the surfing bug,” he said.

“I’m sure the boards will get plenty of use over the months ahead and that we’ll see the surfboard winners back to take part in the new SFF season later in the year.”

Q& A WITH M AT TE K I R K FRO M SU R FI N G FO R FA R M E RS : How long has Surfing for Farmers been running for the local community?

We have been running for the last 2 years. Our season runs from November March What has the turnout been like?

We average 30-40 farmers each week with well over 350 surf lessons this summer.

There is also a BBQ and beer afterwards which helps with the overall chill time What benefits have you noticed from the initiative?

A few of our participants have bought their own boards and will continue to surf over the winter. Farmers have also told me they are far more open to talking to their mates about how they are feeling since coming along. It’s such a great thing to just connect with people and talk about what’s going on in your life, both the ups and the downs. There has been a real sense of belonging for a lot of our surfers this year, having this one thing in common has really united the group. We often get told “this is the highlight of my week”.

It’s also amazing to see them turn up (sometimes looking a bit stressed)

Jay Crowhurst, left, and Jake Thompson receiving their surfboards.

and 2 hours later are in a completely different headspace after getting out of the ocean. We take them out of their comfort zone and they just focus on catching the next wave which really helps them relax. Exercise is one of the best things you can do to look after your wellness and the ocean is also such a

healer, so to be able to bring those two together makes perfect sense.

How do people get in touch if they are interested in joining?

They can message through our FB page: SurfingForFarmers or check out the website: surfingforfarmers.com

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What is your relationship like with your mental health? Is it something that you consider every day?

It's definitely something that I think about every day, pretty much 24/7. It impacts and affects every single area of my life. I would say my relationship with it is a lot better than it used to be but it's definitely not 10/10! I don’t think it's realistic to think one day I’m gonna get to this place and I’m gonna be so perfect all the time and everything's gonna be fine. I feel like trying to reach for that goal ends up being way more stressful than just taking it day by day and trying to figure out what works for you.

What has your past relationship with it been like?

Pretty rough, I don't think I realised for a long time that I had some really bad issues that I needed to deal with and I think a big part of that was the people around me. Nobody forced me to feel a specific way, but with my friends there was this big consensus of minimising your issues. Also the glamorization of mental illness, especially through social media, at least when I was beginning my teens.

There was this whole Tumblr culture of glamorizing depression and self harm and eating disorders. I think that really fed into how I dealt with it for the first portion of my life. I think the way people self diagnose also affected me.

People would say, I'm really depressed but it's more like, ok you might be really sad right now and that's ok because that's normal. That made me feel like, oh well maybe because I don't necessarily feel exactly how this person feels then maybe I don't have a real problem and I just shouldn't talk about it. Also I think because my mum is a psychologist, my friends saw me as a therapist.

For a really long time I just didn't talk about my stuff and I would listen to everyone else's stuff and then it got

to a point when I needed to talk about my stuff because it got really bad. But I think since then, my relationship with my mental health has gotten better. I feel like I went through the worst of it.

How has growing up with social media impacted your sense of self?

I think that the stage has been opened for people to be more honest about what they're dealing with through Instagram and Tiktok. People are always talking about mental health online and I think there’s a sense of community that comes with that and the sense that I’m not that messed up, it's not just me sitting alone in this little boat. I think that's really awesome. But then I think growing up with social media trends was hard. I feel like if I didn't have social media, I would still have self esteem issues but I think because of it, we are consumed with what we should be doing and what we should be looking like. It really messed up the way that I view myself and I have not fixed that to this day. It doesn't go away!

I think social media has really accelerated that feeling of maybe I was ok when I was 10 and then it's all been downhill from there. Look at all these models, look at what these people are doing and I'm not doing that. The comparison will kill you.

When you have been at your lowest point, what has kept you getting up in the morning?

To be completely candid, there were definitely times when there was really nothing. That was terrible and very isolating. I felt like I was standing at the edge of the earth. I think especially with depression, when you're really depressed even with the people around you practically screaming at you that they love you, you can't hear it. You're too sick to hear it. I've always had this inner dialogue, a little angel and devil on my shoulders but I do think that thinking

about the people that I had around me helped, even if I didn't believe that they were there. Also art was a really big help for me.

When I felt like I had nothing left but I could paint a picture and it would look ok. And of course therapy is great! I feel like everyone should go to therapy even if you think you don't have a problem. I also think it was lowering my expectations of myself. If the only thing you can do in a day is get out of bed and make yourself a cup of coffee, that is fantastic, go you, gold star! Sometimes it's all you can do.

something for yourself. Also checking in with your body too, just saying ok what is my body feeling right now. I also try to have conversations with myself; do I have evidence to support this anxious thought, do I have evidence to support this thought that's telling me really awful things about myself. A lot of the time our brains are telling us stories that aren't true so I try not to have negative self talk!

Is mental health something you speak about with your friends?

All the time! I think a lot of people still don’t wanna talk about stuff which is fair, there’s the fear of being judged and of people not believing you or telling you that you're being over dramatic. A lot of my friends constantly tell me all their stuff and I want to help them but I'm not qualified and they need to go talk to their doctor, but a lot of people don't want to do that. Above all, it's so important to check in with yourself and your friends; the amount of stuff that can fly under your own radar is just impressive.

What are your go to tools in your toolbox when you feel like you are starting to spiral?

Art is super important for me. I think a lot of people don't want to do art out of fear that it will be bad, but there's no such thing as bad art. You put a dot in the middle of a canvas and that is gorgeous!

I also make my bed every day. That one is small but I never used to do that and I think it makes me feel slightly more put together and less inclined to get in it. I think preventative measures are very important, for me at least. If I feel awful, I'll try to do some self soothing - light a candle, make a cup of tea. Just little things that maybe you don't think are really gonna help and it might not, but it's still

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’ve become interested in this question; what is happening when we engage in arts practice or craft making?

Teachers access craft making in the same way we access the alphabet. It is an essential component of education. There is often an accompanied bliss when children participate in arts and crafts. Many practitioners will share the same view, the art takes over, the process dominates, the outcome dissolves. I spoke with local Arts Therapist and educator Beth Buxton about her professional take on this.

“I think what is particularly powerful about engaging with creative media is that it brings us back to the present moment. It takes the mind out of the past or future, both of which can be the cause of a lot of stress”.

Beth has experience working with all age groups, yet what serves children also serves adults when they immerse themselves in creative tasks, “On a kinaesthetic level we are soothing and regulating the nervous system. Our hands have so many nerve endings so when we knead, paint, rub etc, we are triggering a calming response and feel safer. This is why we feel better when we make something! Its sometimes less about what we make, and more about just doing it.

Although for some clients and age groups making something you feel proud of is important too”.

When I am on the beach with my children, I find myself arranging sticks and shells on the sand, creating mandalas or writing words. I love

all ephemeral art, artistic moments that happen in the present and aren’t designed to last. Bringing treasures from outdoors inside and making fairy gardens, puppet shows and patterns on paper is one of my favourite activities to do with young people.

I asked Beth what her ‘desert island’ craft would be, “Desert island craft… Definitely something with sand and water haha! Making watercolour wet-on-wet moons, or making a sand mandala out of shells, leaves, sticks, whatever I can find!

I’m big on making art with what I can find around me and love to make quick expressions, that way I’m not precious about the outcome and also not contributing to extra waste. If I were to sit down to do something more sustained, I love painting gouache flowers and gardens, slightly 60s inspired with lots of colour. But if you’re thinking an actual craft then before I had kids printmaking was my thing. Now I love printmaking with kids, and my regular outlet is more movement based – yoga, breakfast dance parties with the kids, and mini-movement practices throughout my day.”

I asked Beth about tips for supporting art practice with different age groups, “With younger kids I find I do a lot of sensory and play based stuff as this gives us a safe way to explore their inner world. We can then work with stories and symbols which feels like a safer and more understandable process than actual people or situations. Sensory play also helps them to regulate and manage emotions, which has to happen before anything else. Through learning to safely tolerate strong emotions we also help children to build their resilience for future situations.”

I have been lucky enough to observe Beth as a practitioner and she is exceptional at doing this. I found her calm, kind and understanding as well as responsive. I asked Beth about what is appropriate for older age groups, “As children grow their understanding and artistic expressions become more concrete, so working towards actual outcomes can be deeply nurturing and appropriate e.g. painting on a particular theme, a group mural/art, or weekly journaling prompts. It’s the same with movement and yoga – the older teens enjoy pushing their boundaries with more challenging poses which is of course developmentally appropriate”.

And there is more good news from Beth …”When we do things that help us feel joyful, on a neurological level we are actually helping Beth Buxton hosts a home-ed group in Raglan from the Scout hall on the brain rewire itself towards greater confidence Mondays; she works as an Arts Therapist and is a mother-of-three, wife and security. It can even help rebuild parentchild attachment after trauma, which is one of to Simon and all-round brilliant person. You can find out more about her the reasons it’s so powerful and restorative for work at: parents and children (or educators and children) to make art together.” www.wildflowerscreativearts.com

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ART EXHIBITION SAM MATHERS & KAYU STUDIO APRIL 16 & 17 / 9AM — 5PM 536 WAINUI RD, RAGLAN

A FEW QUESTIONS FOR ARTIST SAM MATHERS

When did you start this body of work and what has influenced it?

Tell us about your exhibition this month. Who is involved ?

I will be doing something a little bit different, teaming up with Kayu Studio, a Mount Maunganui based furniture &

Some of its older work and the newer work was influenced from my earlier work still, but this time playing around with scale and using different cookout combinations.

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store alongside my works. Also showing some works of our +64 guest 27 380 0177 Artist Lucy Galbraith.

Obviously the official Raglan Arts Weekend has been SAM MATHERS & KAYU STUDIO postponed We until have October.

Why friends did you decide proceed James Mitchell /ART KayuEXHIBITION: Studio been for a to long time? now and collectively It has been two years since our I have heldtogether a show inwhich my Gallery james@kayustudio.co.nz decided to show work I think will complement APRIL 16 & 17 / 9AM .— 5PM and basically just nicely. need to get going.

07 281 0205 eachcouldn’t other’s wait styleany andlonger practice 536 WAINUI RD, RAGLAN Obviously the official Raglan Arts Weekend has been postponed until October. Why did you decide to proceed ?

Contact It has been two years since I have held a show in my Gallery and Sam Mathers basically couldn’t wait any longer - just need to get going. sam@sammathers.com When did you start this body of work and what has influenced it? +64 27 380 0177 Some of it’s older work, and the newer work was influenced from my earlier work still, but this time playing around with scale and James Mitchell / Kayu Studio using different cookout combinations.

How do art lovers get in touch and where should they go for viewing?

The show will be at my gallery — 536 Wainui Road, Raglan

james@kayustudio.co.nz 07 281 0205

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HOM E FE ATUR E

SILL LIFE PLANTS MAKE PEOPLE & THEIR HOMES HAPPY :-)

S H OWC A S I N G L O C A L A RT I S T S & BUSINESSES

home pad. roost. habitat. haven. digs. oasis. a safe space. a place to relax and unwind. a place to gather those you love.

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ndoor plants can be used to screen, buffer noise, filter light, purify the air and provide ambience. Over the last 30 years the results of multiple international studies has provided evidence that the integration of humans and plants in indoor environments has multiple and remarkable benefits.

Indoor plants work like the lungs of buildings using photosynthesisabsorbing carbon dioxide and converting it back into oxygen, providing a continual supply of oxygen into our living spaces during daylight hours.

Plants also absorb and metabolise air-borne contaminants such as mould, bacteria and the chemical pollutants (VOC’s) released from furnishings, paints, adhesives, building materials, paper, textiles, plastics and smoke.

Indoor plants have a range of positive cognitive, physiological and psychological preventative and restorative effects on humans.

Quite simply- there are not many spaces, especially new homes, that couldn’t be improved with a plant or two. :-) Jasmine Edgar & Ian Ferguson W: www.silllife.co.nz P: Jasmine 021 732 378 / Ian 021 377 439 IG: @sill_life E: jasmine@friendsofdesign.com / ian@friendsofdesign.com

If you are interested in being our next HOME feature - we would love to hear from you! Please contact Geraldine geb@g-design.co.nz

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he Mat Lady (aka Sarah) specialises in overlocking services and custom carpet rugs, runners and mats. Cutting and overlocking to your specific requirements so you have the perfect fitting mat for your home.

Talk to the KDH team today about your building plans for 2023. KDH focus on delivering quality homes at exceptional value, with a team who are passionate about helping you build a home around your individuality, personality & lifestyle. www.kdh.co.nz Kiwi Designed Homes are an established brand in the residential design & build market, located Free phone 0800 4 KIWI HM at 9 Karewa Place, Te Rapa, Hamilton.

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Hand crafted from quality wool carpets produced in New Zealand from 100% NZ and Australian wool.

The Mat Lady began humbly in the small entrance of their family home in Waitetuna in 2018, when Sarah’s partner Mathew traded his beloved hunting truck for their first carpet overlocking machine. Sarah started overlocking carpet remnants for pocket money while the kids were at school and it soon grew to be a full time business.

Today The Mat Lady sends beautiful quality and affordable carpet mats to every corner of New Zealand, she has even sent them to Australia. The Mat Lady is now based on Bryant Road, Te Rapa in Hamilton.

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R AG L A N M A D E A RC H I T E C T U R A L C E R A M I C S & H O M E WA R E S

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hand make tiles from my home studio here in Raglan. Using 100% local Waikato Clay and a wide range of glaze colours I mould each tile to the client’s specifications.

I started because I just couldn’t find what I wanted for my own home rennos - something unique in a specific colour. I’ve developed 3 different shapes, which can be used for client projects, but I’m also very happy to come up with new moulds to suit your tile project!

Pricing starts from $440m2.

Feel free to visit the studio by appointment anytime to chat about your project and check out samples of my work.

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y style has been described as being poetic, having a quiet eye – I love to capture a mood and sense of ‘being there’.

Obsessed with the raw and real Raglan – it’s natural tones and colour pallette – the sometimes wild weather, the grey misty mornings, the black sand, the greens and browns. I am rarely without my camera or my phone... sharing what I see daily on Instagram @g.design_photo.

I like to curate my work into collections and hold regular exhibitions locally. I aim to tell a story about each image giving it more soul, it’s more than just the image – it’s about a feeling it evokes, a memory even.

I am a registered artist in the @raglanartsweekend which is on at Labour Weekend. My latest venture has been returning to where my photography journey began with analogue film photography and I am currently creating an exhibition of this work - so watch this space!

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FOR THE LOVE OF L A NDSC A PE L A N D S C A P E A RC H I T E C T U R E & D E S I G N

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y travels and design experience over the years have reinforced the love I have for New Zealand’s people and landscapes. My design skills include re-vegetation schemes, residential garden design in a wide range of styles including formal, sub-tropical, native, minimalist, cottage and contemporary.

I design outdoor spaces that people love to relax and spend time in, which also reflect the client’s individual style, while fitting with the unique sense of place of Raglan. I am passionate about the environment and an advocate for the use of locally sourced sustainable materials, low water plants and edible gardens for optimal self-sufficiency.

My design services include hourly garden consultations, Landscape concept & detailed design, planting plans including plant procurement, planting specifications, outdoor lighting design and Landscape Plans required for design review panels and council consent.

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A GOOD PR IVET IS A DE A D PR IVET WA I K A T O R E G I O N A L C O U N C I L L I N K T O S T O RY O N W E B S I T E : h t t p s : / / b i t . l y / 3 5 L V B w D

Leanne Steel (top left image) gets to work, doing the hard graft of removing weeds.

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here’s a stand of dead privets on the righthand side of State Highway 23 near a bus shelter as you head into Raglan.

It’s the work of self-confessed crazy lady and whoever she got to join her in a crusade to rid the coastal town of every – expletive – privet, along with combating a host of other pest plants.

Leanne Steel spends “hours, days, weeks, months” doing the hard graft of removal “because it’s very important” to her.

“People think I enjoy doing this, but I don’t. I was almost upside down under a privet the other day and there was gorse everywhere and I thought, who does this?

“But I do this because it’s really important to me. This very unique biodiversity we have here in New Zealand is found nowhere else in the world. It’s very beautiful and it’s being completely overwhelmed by pest plants. Our birds, if we leave these plants, will have nothing and

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leave. Is this the kind of bush we want?”

Leanne applies for funding to help pay for her weed-busting armoury.

Last year, Waikato Regional Council granted Leanne $1451.25 from the Small Scale Community Initiatives Fund (SSCIF) to help pay for herbicides and other tools required to control pest plants. The SSCIF supports community groups and individual landowners undertaking ecological restoration through pest animal and pest plant control.

Leanne also took full advantage of a successful funding application to the regional council’s Environmental Initiatives Fund by Xtreme Waste Zero, which received $39,935 over two years for Whaingaroa (Raglan) weed action and collaboration, part of which included free weed disposal at the Xtreme Waste facility.

“I really tried to rev that one up,” says Leanne, who set up working bees around the town and got in skips for the free weed disposal.

Leanne teaches anyone who wants to know about pest plants and how to get rid of them, and her current focus for pest plant removal is Greenslade Road (her backyard), the Kaitoke walkway and any privet in Raglan.

Leanne considers privet to be lower hanging fruit.

“There is greater awareness of privet. People don’t want it because of asthma and hay fever, so it’s an easy target. But do they know what Japanese knotweed is, or climbing spindleberry, boneseed or evergreen buckthorn?”

Climbing asparagus is one of the worst pest plants, in Leanne’s opinion, and that’s why she set up a working group to weed bust the Kaitoke walkway.

“There are places where you can’t see the bush for the climbing asparagus. This is one of three shade tolerant species that’s overwhelming our native bush.”

(The others are Tradescantia and wild ginger, also widespread in Raglan.)

Leanne says while there is a growing awareness of pest plants and the need to control them, New Zealand still has a long way to go.

“Most people don’t understand that all we see now is degraded ecosystems; we’re used to it. Ohhh, look, a photograph of a beautiful view – it generally has pampas or agapanthas or some other type of pest plant in it.

“We need to have a relationship with our native species if we are to care. When I was young, my parents used to drag me kicking and screaming into the bush – how I hated it – but I am really grateful that they did now.”

Leanne says pest plant control is everyone’s responsibility. “People say the council should do that, or ‘they’ should do that. Who are they?

That’s us! The council can’t do it all.

We are the citizens, and it is our responsibility.

“Just do your own patch. If everyone did their own patch and street frontage we’d be winning.”

RUA PUK E HORSE R IDING WITH SARA MURPHY

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acqui caught up with horse lover Sara Murphy from Ruapuke to talk about her noble companions and how she helps local children discover riding.

also be available for my children, and Ruapuke Riding Camps was formed.

What have you been trying to encourage lately with children learning to ride?

The biggest thing is to encourage How and when did you first get children to work towards their own individual goals, ensuring that it’s interested in riding?

I always loved horses as a young safe but also lots of fun. The goals are girl, but we lived in Hamilton so having always very different for each child. a horse was not possible. When I was I want them to understand and be 7 or 8 we moved onto a lifestyle block able to read the horses signs - body in Raglan where our neighbours who language etc and be able to work with had horses let me ride with them. I the horse to accomplish their goals. began working at Roll Up in Raglan I really want horse riding to be a fun when I was 12 so I could start saving experience and for the kids to know money to buy my own pony (and with that if it doesn't go to plan then that's the help of my Mum this soon was a ok!

What opportunities and experiences reality!) I bought my first pony Ziggy a little while later and it all grew from have you been able to offer? there.

I have a range of different opportunities for most age groups; How did you end up living and from pony playdates, private and group farming out in Ruapuke? lessons, school holiday programmes, My partner’s parents have farmed treks, day and overnight camps. I do a here for a very long time and when we mix of activities for children both with, were pregnant with our first child, we and without their own horses. My knew it would be a great place for our teaching offers a different experience kids to grow up, and that it would be from a first ride on a horse, to riding a natural progression for my partner along the beach or swimming horses. working in the family business.

I try to fit many different experiences What do you love about the area? into a camp or holiday programme, so There is so much to love about the each person gets the most out of what area - the beach is amazing and the we have to offer. farm offers great opportunities for What benefits do you think riding the kids to explore. We live in a great gives to young ones or anyone? little community with a cool country Horse riding has so many benefits school and great families all around us. for both adults and children. You can My kids have formed pretty amazing learn so much from them (horses), but friendships with others in the area. patience, determination, discipline, HowAhave you release been involved local compassion, and dedication new of insections, opensempathy up plenty equestrian activities in the community? would be right up on my list. Learning opportunities on the peninsula. work with such a large animal is a As aofchild/teenager I attended Te to Uku Pony Club and my daughter is a rather large accomplishment!

At the beginning of June we released the latest stage of sections at There are a range of section styles available, from large waterfront sections current member of the Pony Club. I How do people get in touch with you Rangitahi. ‘The Sanctuary’ is made up of 58 sections and is located on the with beautiful harbour views to smaller sections with elevated views of had a short stint of being head coach if they are interested in their children surrounding peninsula neighbourhoods and greenspaces. This month we western side of the peninsula. There are views of the Raglan harbour, at the club which involved organising discovering the love of riding? have planted an olive grove near the Sanctuary. In the future we plan to Mount Karioi and the golf course. Section sizes range from around rallies, camps, and fundraising events You can contact me via 400m2 up to 1200m2 and pricing starts at $375,000.

Nine sections areemail at make Rangitahi cold pressed olive oil for the community to enjoy. (along with the help of the Pony Club ruapukeridingcamps@hotmail.com sold so far, with many more under enquiry and soon to be sold. committee). or by phone at 0210455125 (best There are now more than 40 homes under construction on the peninusula bethe viaharbour’s email or txt and Three years ago, as my children The Sanctuary is closely connected tocontact walking would tracks on and a small eco-concious coffee shop ‘The Hut’ run by local Emma serving I can call as aI'm in and and out a lot were edge starting school, wantedvillage to where linking to the IRangitahi thereback will be cafe, up locally roasted coffee and fresh food daily. Head over for a coffee and a with will the also horses.) combine my passion offarmers horsesmarket! but There a Saturday morning be architecturally wander, and check out all the progress. For more information contact

A Growing Community

designed commercial spaces for local businesses.

info@rangitahi.co.nz or visit rangitahi.co.nz.

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HE A LTH & WELLBEING

N ATUR A L SUPPORT FOR LONG COVID & POST-VIR A L FATIGUE

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ost-viral fatigue is a wellknown response that can follow an acute viral infection, where symptoms may change and become more ‘chronic’ or long-term in nature.

These symptoms may include muscle or joint pain or weakness, fatigue, shortness of breath, low mood, headaches, brain fog, persistent cough, post-nasal drip, or changes in digestion, to name a few. This has been a commonly reported experience for many following acute Covid infections, and we’ve seen a number of customers in the past month with these symptoms.

A variety of factors can contribute to lasting post-viral fatigue including changes to sleep patterns such as over- or undersleeping, nutritional deficiencies, demanding work and other responsibilities, over- or underexercising, and heightened anxiety or stress. Fortunately, there are many ways to naturally support your body in rebuilding strength, immunity and resilience after immune challenges such as Covid.

Firstly, recognise that the symptoms you are experiencing are real; be kind to yourself, and explain how you are feeling to family, friends and colleagues.

Continue supporting yourself using the nutritional and lifestyle tools for Covid prevention/ recovery and immune function that we have written about previously.

Alongside these tools, herbal medicine has a powerful role to offer, supporting symptoms such as fatigue, muscle weakness, low energy, low mood, and lingering cardiovascular, respiratory and nervous system symptoms.

Rhodiola is an adaptogen which can be both stimulating or sedating for the nervous system, depending on the dose. It supports physical endurance, and enhances cognition, mood and energy levels.

Adaptogens are medicinal plants that promote balance in the body; they possess properties which support and strengthen body systems compromised by stress. They work by supporting stability in the hypothalamic, pituitary, and adrenal glands, thus modulating the release of stress hormones. This leads to their array of beneficial effects including the potential to enhance mood, energy and immune function.

Turkey tail is a medicinal mushroom with a longstanding traditional use for enhancing immunity. It has powerful antiviral and antioxidant properties which help support post-viral recovery.

Below are a few of our favourite adaptogenic herbs for supporting post-viral fatigue and related symptoms.

Siberian ginseng acts as a mild stimulant, wonderful for supporting energy levels and immunity, alongside being a general tonic herb.

Astragalus is an adaptogen with a particular affinity for strengthening the immune system, especially during recovery and convalescence, as well as supporting cardiovascular health.

Withania, also known as Ashwagandha, supports immunity as well as nervous system function to gradually build strength and resilience, whilst reducing stress and anxiety.

At the Herbal Dispensary we have three qualified naturopaths and medical herbalists available 7 days a week, offering personalised information and support for our community.

We can provide specific advice tailored to your individual needs and blend up personalised herbal tonics, which we are more than happy to provide following a free, over the counter chat or phone call – no need to book in. For longer or more persistent conditions, we recommend booking a full-length consult in our clinic.

Natural medicine is a wonderful, valuable, and accessible tool with a powerful and unique role to offer in supporting postCovid recovery, particularly in areas where Western allopathic medicine currently has limited options to offer.

Raglan Herbal Dispensary 07 825 7444 raglanherbaldispensary.nz 6 Wallis Street, Raglan, 3225

K A R IOI PROJEC T: BEYOND THE MOUNTA IN TO THE SE A B E Y O N D T H E M O U N TA I N T O T H E S E A , T H E K A R I O I P RO J E C T L I N K S T WO M A U N G A , T WO H A R B O U R S , W E T L A N D S A N D S T R E A M S TO P ROT E C T B I O D I V E R S I T Y O N M O R E T H A N 2 3 , 0 0 0 H A .

The Karioi Project crew.

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ime and time again, people in the Whāingaroa community have told us about the positive impact that a decade of predator control and biodiversity restoration has achieved for wildlife and birdsong in Whāingaroa / Raglan.

We want to keep doing everything we can to restore our little corner of the world. Imagine kiwi, kereru and kākā right on your doorstep and penguins waddling down the beach!

A forest alive with birdsong and our kids enjoying the rewards of decades of hard work - the restoration of our unique mountain to sea landscape.

People have been motivated to help the Karioi Project because they love being in nature, or exercising in wild places, or spending family time together,

or just lending a helping hand and being part of a caring community.

With your support, we can continue the work we started more than a decade ago...

We’re very excited to start our very first crowdfunding campaign because charity fundraising has been hit hard by the pandemic.

Many grant funders have changed their priorities in response to the impact of COVID-19, making fundraising through grants even more competitive and challenging - or you could say sometimes nearly impossible!

So, we’re now calling on our community to back the Karioi Project through a crowdfunding campaign.

We would be hugely grateful if you could support our campaign in your own unique way!

Give a little bit of your love to me I’ll give a little bit of my song to you https://givealittle.co.nz/fundraiser/for-the-birdsong

Crowdfunding is a way for organisations to fundraise online - scan the above QR code to find out more!

LIVE & LOC A L A PR IL S P O N S O R E D B Y M I N I S T RY O F S O C I A L D E V E L O P M E N T ’ S C OV I D R E S I L I E N C E F U N D , R AG L A N L I G H T & S O U N D A N D M A R K F R O S T – B AY L E Y ’ S R E A L E S TAT E .

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ive & Local is back - and now on a Friday night. The April concert on Friday 22nd features Bruci Jordan, PLot and one other act (to be confirmed).

Surf, music and good vibes, that's what Bruci Jordan is all about.

Moving to New Zealand in 2017, this surf-rock/reggae artist began his solo career busking on Auckland’s Queen Street.

His songs are influenced by old school 70’s funk, rock, reggae, ska, and blues mixed with an interesting Brazilian groove. Jordan’s music brings forth a summer feeling; chuck your surfboard in the campervan, jump in the backseat, and enjoy the ride watching

the beautiful landscapes of Aotearoa’s West Coast.

With his band he has headlined various national festivals including Earth Beat Aotearoa, Voices of Sacred Earth, Dimension, the International Yoga Festival and sold-out numerous venues across the country.

Jordan has released six singles to date and is currently working on a full album and a North Island NZ summer tour 2022.

PLot is a super groovy duo comprising Paul Symons on acoustic guitar and Lott playing Boris the Double Bass.

Originating from an epic Oparau Festival late night jam session, and growing through numerous Festival appearances, pub & cafe gigs, the

dynamic duo first recorded together in 2012. Playing a mixture of Paul Symons originals, a co-write or two, & uproarious versions of diverse covers, PLot will disorient you in a fun & footstomping way…

Local songwriters, musicians, poets and comedians who are interested in performing at future shows can contact music@raglanartscentre.co.nz for more info.

Live & Local is a monthly series of concerts showcasing local performers, proudly sponsored by Mark Frost from Bayley’s Real Estate, and Raglan Light & Sound Friday April 22, 7.30pm, Raglan Old School Arts Centre. Doors open 7pm, entry by Koha.

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CH A NGES TO THE COVID -19 PROTEC TION FR A M EWOR K - EM PLOYM ENT L AW I M PLIC ATIONS

BUSINESS B U S I N E S S A DV I C E W I T H D T I L AW Y E R S

B Y J A I M E L O M A S , D I R E C T O R A T D T I L AW Y E R S

K NOW YOU R LAWYER — JAIME LOMAS Jaime Lomas is a Director at DTI Lawyers, and alongside Andrea Twaddle, heads the Employment Law Team.

Jaime has extensive experience in employment law and dispute resolution. She takes a pragmatic and practical approach to achieve commercial and workable solutions for her clients. She is committed to understanding the issues her clients face and the impact on their businesses or on them personally. Her working philosophy is that obtaining a better understanding of her clients’ needs is key to give them tailored advice to enable them to achieve their goals and objectives.

With both a specialist Employment Team and a Commercial/Property Team, Jaime and the team at DTI are well placed to meet your legal needs and look forward to working with you.

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COMMUNITY HEALTH FORUM What matters to your

COMMUNITY

Due to COVID-19 alert level restrictions at this time this hui will be online

We have a focus on enabling better access to local community health and wellbeing for people living with a disability/wha-nau haua-.

Topics include - COVID-19 update and discussion on the new health and disability systems.

Join us online and share your knowledge and experience as we work together on this.

THESE MEETINGS ARE OPEN TO EVERYONE Waikato Regional Disability Hui / - nau Haua - Forum Wha

(Hosted by the Waikato Disabled Persons Assembly) Sign language interpreters will also be in attendance

Monday 11 April: 10am - 12noon If interested please email: helena.tuteao@mylifemyvoice.org.nz for a Zoom link to the meeting or Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81234467328

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he Government has announced major changes to the COVID-19 Protection Framework. From 4 April 2022 the following will take effect: • Mandated vaccinations will no longer be required for education, police, defence, hospitality, and close contact businesses.

• Mandated vaccinations will remain for health and disability, aged care, corrections and border/ MIQ. • My Vaccine Pass will no longer be required as part of the Covid Protection Framework. While it may be used again in the future, any use from 4 April will be voluntary.

A lot of businesses want to know how these changes impact them and the vaccination policies they have already introduced. It is important to note that these changes do not make employers’ current workplace policies dealing with COVID-19 and vaccination redundant. It just means that employers cannot rely on the Government vaccination mandates in order to justify or require an employee to be vaccinated or to terminate their employment if they choose not to be.

Employers can also continue to have a policy not to employ unvaccinated individuals, subject to the laws around discrimination. With any vaccination policy that is independent of the Government mandates, a health and safety risk assessment which considers current public health advice and role specific circumstances in the workplace should be carried out. Consulting over changes to existing policies or introducing new policies also needs to still occur.

If an employer is reviewing their policy they should notify and communicate with employees about when and how the review will take place.

The decision to remove the Government mandates does not mean that employer decisions under these mandates were unlawful. Employees who had their employment terminated on reliance on the Government mandates also do not have a lawful right to be reinstated into their previous position or to be offered their job back. While employees are still entitled to raise a personal grievance if they feel they have been unjustifiably dismissed, any legal challenge is considered in the circumstances at the time the dismissal occurred.

As always, proactive communication by both parties, in line with mutual obligations of good faith, will be key to working through any issues which may arise. As the COVID-19 landscape continues to change, it is important for businesses to keep updated to ensure employment law obligations continue to be met.

The specialist employment law team at DTI Lawyers can assist you in relation to all employment matters, including obligations and rights that relate to COVID-19. For any further information on employment law queries, please contact Jaime Lomas – jaime@ dtilawyers.co.nz

R AGL A N COM M UNITY R A DIO L AUNCHES NEW WEBSITE C AT C H U P O N L O C A L N E W S A N D C O N T E N T AT R A G L A N R A D I O . C O M

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e’re very excited at Raglan Community Radio at the moment because we finally have our new podcasting system up and running.

The Morning Show

Over The Fence

Kupu Café

Musical Journeys

GFACTA Juniors

Weekdays 8 - 10am

Wednesdays 12.30-1.30pm

Tuesdays 4 - 4.30pm

Sundays 6 - 7.30pm

Saturdays 9 - 10am

Aaron Mooar talks about Raglan news and interviews local identities.

Craig Mitchell discusses rural news from around the motu.

Whaea Lucy & Yvonne hold conversational Māori lessons.

Rodrigo Hill from Brazil and Xavier Meade from Mexico broaden your musical horizons.

Alba, Cora & their dad GFACTA share their love of music and fun.

Big thanks to the Community Access Radio network, who basically gifted their system to us; you can now visit our website and immediately find podcasts, articles and the ‘listen live’ button to click on the front page - no messing around.

Our old setup was thrown together with whatever we could find and it would take quite a bit of effort to get to a podcast. To be honest we’re amazed it got used as much as it did.

Don’t forget if you want to catch up on a show you missed or an interview, just go to raglanradio.com. If it’s a recent podcast it will be on the front page, otherwise you can click on the Shows & Podcast tabs.

We’re also looking to improve our written article section and are working on a what’s-on guide as well. There should be enough happening that it will be worth checking in each day.

As always the station is open to anyone who wants to do a radio show, but we’re now able to offer podcasting as a genuine option for anyone who wants to do that as well. Your podcast would be available on our online player but can also be shared to larger podcast services like Apple podcasts and Spotify.

Search 'Raglan Community Radio' through Apple or Spotify to locate our podcast episodes.

And finally a big shout-out to our latest show Kupu Café with Whaea Lucy and Yvonne. Whaea Lucy teaches conversational Te Reo and you can check out the latest podcast on Wednesday mornings; go to the archive to learn from episode 1, or catch the show live at 4pm Tuesdays on 98.1FM or streaming live on raglanradio.com.

Access the website by Scanning this QR code using your phone

R AGL AN NATUR ALLY FOSTERING COM MUNITY CONNECTION N E I G H B O U R ' S DAY W H A I N G A R OA 2 0 2 2

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eld over 10 days between 1827 March, Neighbour's Day is a nation-wide initiative that celebrates community connectedness, resilience and manaakitanga.

Clockwise from top left: Some cool Neighbour's Day doodles snapped on a fence; Yummy baking shared with neighbours; Chloe, one of the original founders of Neighbour's Day, was spotted downtown with her whānau; Rose Wallis shared her jam creations; Raglan Area School students shared heartwarming messages on greeting cards; Delicious-looking cheesecake shared with neighbours.

Locally in Whāingaroa, the inititaive was supported by the Raglan Naturally team to foster community resilience through networking and connection.

"It was great to see different ages participating, and to be connecting with our rural communities," said Raglan Naturally Community-Led Development Coordinator Gabrielle Parson.

Neighbour's Day 2022 encouraged people to connect with their neighbours in some way, through a simple act like sharing a greeting card or some baking.

Raglan residents shared the various ways they connected with their neighbours with some sending thank you cards, and others sharing jams and cakes.

There were even participants that set up an awesome community trampoline in their neighbourhood. Gabrielle thanks everyone for sending through the cool stories happening around town for Neighbour's Day 2022.

Communities are made stronger through the quality of our connections with others.

Raglan Naturally are facilitating a number of events throughout the year aimed at creating opportunities to connect and strengthen community resilience.

Keep an eye on the Raglan Naturally Facebook page for upcoming community events: facebook.com/RaglanNaturally

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RURAL | LIFESTYLE | RESIDENTIAL

NGAHINAPOURI 59 Fletcher Road Great Find on Fletcher 59 Fletcher Road makes for excellent living with its proximity to Hamilton, Cambridge and Te Awamutu, great schools, large floorplan and 7.1896ha (more or less) to farm. You will be taken away by the beauty of the colonial style home with fantastic modern touches.

The land is divided into 18 paddocks. The land is flat and quality Waikato sandy loam soil, making it useful for grazing, equestrian and horticulture. Each paddock has a trough that is fed via a reliable bore.

There's plenty of room here to make further use of the land for more sheds or possibly a second dwelling.

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Quality 20 Hectares A wonderful private lifestyle property 5 mins west of "The Base" in Hamilton. Currently a cattle grazing block, but suitable for horses and horticulture.

Behind the tree lined boundary you'll find mature grounds with fruit trees, entertaining areas and space for self-sustained living. The main dwelling has 3 bedrooms, bathroom with shower and bath. Also situated on the property are two self contained dwellings.

There are 22 paddocks with water supply and central race. The farm has plenty of sheds and facilities including a 4 bay hay barn, a 2 bay barn, a set of cattle yards and easy access.

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pggwre.co.nz/HAM35300 grow the country RURAL | LIFESTYLE Helping | RESIDENTIAL

PGG Wrightson Real Estate Limited, licensed under REAA 2008

COMING SOON I have a number of incredible properties coming to the market, watch this space!

• Raglan lifestyle sections with amazing views • A gorgeous 3 bedroom home set on the Waitetuna river • 3.5ha property with family home and 320m2 multipurpose shed NGAHINAPOURI 59 Fletcher Road Great Find on Fletcher

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2 Lots at 1549 Whaanga Road RAGLAN, WAIKATO The land is divided into 18 paddocks. The land is flat and quality Waikato sandy loam soil, making it useful for grazing, horticulture. Each paddock Lifestyle Sections equestrian Coming to theand Market!

Price by Negotiation GST Inclusive hasataRuapuke trough that isare fed a reliable bore.ranging in size from 8000m2 to Situated near Raglan twovia amazing lifestyle sections 1.1ha, both with incredible ocean and mountain views. Very few properties ever come to market that There's plenty of room here to make further use of the are within walking distance of Ruapuke Beach. This beach is perfect for after work walks, fish off the www.pggwre.co.nz/HAM32446 land more sheds or possibly a second dwelling. rocks, beachfor surfing or a horse trek.Take your pick of the sites available now and start planning yourRichard Thomson dream build.

M 027 294 8625 E richard.thomson@pggwrightson.co.nz Richard Thomson M 027 294 8625 pggwre.co.nz/HAM35858 E richard.thomson@pggwrightson.co.nz PGG Wrightson Real Estate Limited, licensed under REAA 2008

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• 6ha69land nearRoad Haroto Bay with fantastic Hawksgrip TE KOWHAI 3 2 building sites

Quality 20 Hectares

A wonderful private lifestyle property 5 mins west of "The Base" in Hamilton. Currently a cattle grazing block, but suitable for horses and horticulture.

Behind the tree lined boundary you'll find mature grounds with fruit trees, entertaining areas and space for self-sustained living. The main dwelling has 3 bedrooms, bathroom with shower and bath. Also situated on the property are two self contained dwellings.

There are 22 paddocks with water supply and central race. The farm has plenty ofThomson sheds and facilities Richard including a 4 bay hay barn, a 2 bay barn, a set of cattle M 027 294 8625 yards and easy access.

PRICE BY NEGOTIATION GST Inclusive

• 4 bedroom home, 3 bay garage set on 1.45ha VIEW

By Appointment Only on the banks of the Waingaro River

Richard Thomson M 027 294 8625 E richard.thomson@pggwrightson.co.nz

E richard.thomson@pggwrightson.co.nz F facebook.com/RichardThomsonRealEstate pggwre.co.nz/HAM35300 W pggwre.co.nz/agent/richard-thomson/ Need an appraisal? Give me a call today!

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Offers over $850,000 kleuthart.raglan@ljhooker.co.nz

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Location is the Key

Nestled in the countryside of Te Mata, this attractive property has been loved by the same family for 52 years. Set on just under an acre (3620m2) of easy contoured land sits the spacious and family friendly 3 bedroom character bungalow which will be enjoyable to live in. One of the fantastic features of this property is the large 150m2 shed/workshop compete with a vehicle pit and 3 phase power. This could be an excellent home and income option or could easily store several vehicles as well a large boat and motorhome. Popular Te Mata school is located conveniently nearby. All offers to be received by 12pm, 27th April 2022. LIM Report available.

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Location certainly is the key here being only 500m from the town centre and with direct beach access straight across the road. The 1998 built 3 bedroom 2 bathroom home sits on a low maintenance 522m2 section and has a double basement garage with internal access via an elevator lift to the 2nd floor. There’s fantastic up close and personal views of the harbour, bar and nearby boat ramp. There is also a 3rd garage plus workshop not to mention a high stud 4th garage suitable for a larger boat or motorhome. Properties in this location do not often come up for sale so make it a priority to view. Estate sale by Public Trust. LIM Report available.

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Prime Te Mata Grazing Unit Easy rolling to moderate contoured farm well set up for dairy grazing and beef fattening. Approximately 100 paddocks with a mixture of post and batten boundary fences and post and wire internal fences.

Solid fertilizer history with 30 tonnes of Pottasic Super Phosphate applied in March 2022. Very tidy modernised character bungalow homestead with 3 bedrooms plus office and internal access double garage. 4 bay implement shed (3 bays open, one bay lock up) and 60m2 farm shed. Bore water supply with the bore installed new in mid 2021

by Barham United Ltd. Zoned for Te Mata School, 1.2km away. Ideal dairy support or fattening unit.

A Touch of Class Overflowing with contemporary style this 2012 built home was designed with no expense spared in the quality finishing and fittings. The open plan lounge and designer kitchen and dining area features American Oak timber flooring and the flow of the home naturally leads out through a large triple sliding stacker door to an outdoor covered deck entertaining area which enjoys a harbour view. There is an internal access double basement garage and plenty of offstreet parking for car as well as a good sized boat or motorhome. All set on 660m2 landscaped grounds and gardens which really create a tropical like ambience. LIM available on request.

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29 Lorenzen Bay Road

Possibilities On The Rise Standing strong on Opotoru Rise is this 2 bedroom plus sleepout solid block home. Lounge in the sunroom as the colours of the rising sun and moon disperse across the sky and harbour. Recently renovated kitchen and tiled bathroom with plumbed in scullery and second bathroom awaits your creativity. Double garaging has room for water toys as the harbour is across the road. A private covered deck for entertaining. Garden has fruit trees and space for family to relish in. Enjoy the pleasant walk to town or the school run. Living here is easy so come see to believe the ample possibilities on the rise.

Walk to the Bay! This 835m2 flat site is a keeper for homeowners and investors with a strong eye to the future. 3 bedrooms, 1950’s weather board bungalow. A generous lounge, with log burner, opens onto to sou-west facing deck. The 1970’s vintage retro kitchen is as spacious with plenty of room for a dining table. All three bedrooms are good sized doubles’ with the master with deck. Fully fenced section with an enclosed produce garden and chicken run. The family bathroom and toilet along with a separate laundry are situated at the rear of the dwelling.

Lorenzen Bay Road offers easy access to all the cool things in our beautiful West Coast town. Call Jeff today!

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Deadline Sale 13.04.22 at 1pm Robbie Regnier 021 952 271 rregnier.raglan@ljhooker.co.nz SAT&SUN at 3-3:30pm ljhooker.co.nz/3GDHFG

$895,000 Jeff Pairaudeau - 027 210 4465 jpairaudeau.raglan@ljhooker.co.nz SAT & SUN at 2-3pm ljhooker.co.nz/3EYHFG

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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.

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25C Violet Street Raglan We have found it! Peace, privacy and easy living.

This townhouse has two double bedrooms, a combined bathroom and toilet and has excellent storage. The kitchen is modern and complete with a walk-in butlers pantry which also houses the laundry for your absolute convenience. Open plan lounge and dining are bright and airy complete with a fire and a heat pump.

The views of the harbour and Mount Karioi are picturesque.

Terraced decking beckons you for private relaxation while soaking in those glorious views. The single garage provides internal access.

FOR SALE Price By Negotiation

View See open home times or call for a private appointment

Julie Hanna 027 441 8964

rwraglan.co.nz/RAG30110 Raglan Real Estate Limited Licensed (REAA 2008)

Lot 338 Rangitahi Peninsula Raglan This section is peacefully located in a tranquil setting at the end of a cul de sac. The views from the site are picturesque through the greenery and taking in the beautiful changing colour waters of the inner harbour estuary. Enjoy the estuary walk which meanders around the base of the Peninsula. An easy stroll to the Rangitahi Coffee Hut or an 8 minute drive to Raglans town centre and all amenities. The golf course is just as close. Situated on 773 m2 more or less. Visit the developer’s website www.rangitahi.co.nz for in-depth covenant details. Subject to Title.

rwraglan.co.nz/RAG30076 Raglan Real Estate Limited Licensed (REAA 2008)

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FOR SALE $600,000

View Call to view

Julie Hanna 027 441 8964

25D Violet Street Raglan This 3 bedroom, highly spect townhouse is beautifully appointed to capture views of the harbour and mountain and is nothing short of jaw-dropping. The kitchen offers quality appliances complete with a built-in coffee maker. The lounge and dining both enjoy great water and mountain views as does the decking leading from these areas. A tiled bathroom reflects the style and class of the rest of the home. Two double bedrooms upstairs and a separate downstairs bedroom with bathroom and lounge which also has its own decking. This area also has great water views. If you are after an easy care lock up and go lifestyle this is it plus the potential for extra income AirBnB accommodation downstairs.

FOR SALE Price By Negotiation

View See open home times or call for a private appointment

Julie Hanna 027 441 8964

rwraglan.co.nz/RAG30109 Raglan Real Estate Limited Licensed (REAA 2008)

71 Rangitahi Road Raglan Located in the sought after Rangitahi Peninsula is this amazing home delivering quality and space. A highly spect kitchen with superb granite benchtops flows to expansive open plan dining and living areas. These areas, along with the very large bedroom access the sundrenched north-facing decking to enjoy the most stunning rural and water views. You will be impressed with the lounge with a spectacular stud height showcasing the designer light fittings. The heat pump and wood burner ensure your comfort throughout all seasons. Three bedrooms cater for family living including two large double, one with an ensuite, and a single which provides space for an office. A landscaping plan is available.

rwraglan.co.nz/RAG30070 Raglan Real Estate Limited Licensed (REAA 2008)

FOR SALE $1,550,000

View See open home times or call for a private appointment

Julie Hanna 027 441 8964

41 Bay View Road Raglan

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Magnificent sweeping views to take your breath away while direct access to Cox’s Bay, makes it truly unique and spectacular. The elevated 1366 sqm site not only wins the award for views but also has riparian rights. Explore the many opportunities with this property. An investment for the future? A family home? A place to create memories?

Opportunities like this are few and far between. The house offers spacious open plan living beckoning you outside to the expansive decking from which to entertain or just relax and enjoy your own private paradise. The upgraded kitchen is crisp and well-appointed. The other wing of the house offers four large double bedrooms. The main bedroom with ensuite is connected to its own private lounge and deck with views across the water. A separate office provides the perfect base to work from home, however, you may easily become distracted by visiting orca in the harbour!

1:00pm, Saturday 30 April On Site (unless sold prior) View

See open home times or call for a private appointment

Julie Hanna 027 441 8964 Melanie Carroll 021 760 468

rwraglan.co.nz/RAG30083

Raglan Real Estate Limited Licensed (REAA 2008)

There are still plenty of buyers around in Raglan.

Get in touch with me for a free and totally confidential appraisal to see how much your property will sell for in todays market.

24 Cambrae Road Raglan • Charming Character Cottage • Wonderful location close to the bays • 2 bedroom home • Lovely wooden floors • Single garage • Situation on a 809 sqm section

rwraglan.co.nz/RAG30061

AUCTION 11:00am, Saturday 30 April On site (unless sold prior)

View See open home times or call for a private appointment

Melanie Carroll 021 760 468

021 760 468 melanie.carroll@raywhite.com -

Julie Hanna 027 441 8964

Raglan Real Estate Limited Licensed (REAA 2008)

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While the factors driving the housing market activity have shifted with the seasons, there’s one thing you can count on. With a unique blend of expertise, international networks and a suite of innovative marketing tools, Bayleys is the agency for all your property needs.

Get in touch

Residential, commercial, rural and lifestyle – we deliver the best results.

Mark Frost 022 150 2244 mark.frost@bayleys.co.nz

Stephen O’Byrne 021 969 848 stephen.obyrne@bayleys.co.nz Michelle O’Byrne 021 969 878 michelle.obyrne@bayleys.co.nz Graham Rope 021 222 7427 graham.rope@bayleys.co.nz

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Raglan 21 Seabreeze Way

Easy breezy

580sqm

This architecturally designed family home or easy lock-up and leave holiday bach will make life in Raglan an absolute breeze. Low maintenance aspect will provide your family with the opportunity to spend all of your quality time enjoying the iconic Raglan lifestyle. The dual-leveled home provides modern living upstairs with an open plan kitchen, dining and step-down lounge, connected perfectly with a north facing deck where you can capture harbour views in the distance.

Auction (unless sold prior) 11am, Thu 14 Apr 2022 96 Ulster Street, Hamilton Phone for viewing times Mark Frost 022 150 2244 mark.frost@bayleys.co.nz

bayleys.co.nz/2313298

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Raglan 122 Greenslade Road

Rare opportunity in Raglan

806sqm

This original Raglan bach is tucked in beside a rare yellow Pohutukawa in established gardens above the sea.

Facing north, it has great sun and wide views of Raglan Harbour. At the end of this quiet cul-de-sac, you are only a minute away from the water for swimming, fishing, kayaking, or a walk to Raglan Wharf along the shoreline at low tide. The opportunity here lies in this superb site. Keep the cottage as a holiday bach or hire an architect and build your dream home.

For Sale by Deadline Private Treaty 4pm, Thu 21 Apr 2022 96 Ulster Street, Hamilton Phone for viewing times Mark Frost 022 150 2244 mark.frost@bayleys.co.nz

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Raglan 25 Rangitahi Road

Raglan 246 Hills Road

North Point Residences, Rangitahi

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Construction is well under way at Northpoint Residence and only two homes are available, so be quick. The six architecturally designed townhouses feature two-bedroom layouts, each with a double carport and private court yard. North Point Residences can offer you the perfect low maintenance home, coastal bach or investment opportunity. Weekend or holiday time will be super relaxing. You are only a short walk or bike ride to the vibrant town hub.

SUCCESS REALTY LIMITED, BAYLEYS, LICENSED REAA 2008

Your own coastal retreat

2.0271ha

If you are looking for your own coastal retreat with freedom and fresh air then look no further. This one of a kind property in Raglan could be your definitive family home or you can explore the opportunities of developing it into an amazing yoga style retreat, creative functions space or business mentoring hub.

Location is absolute key, you are only a five-minute drive from to the vibrant town hub yet on your very own lifestyle peninsula with direct water access and relaxing views.

Price by Negotiation Phone for viewing times Mark Frost 022 150 2244 mark.frost@bayleys.co.nz

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bayleys.co.nz/2313020

bayleys.co.nz/2312063

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Raglan 9 Omahina Street 537sqm

If you are looking for a relaxing location with views to build your new home or holiday bach in Raglan, then look no further. You can immediately design and build your own amazing home to capture relaxing views of Mount Karioi from your open plan living area or deck.

The 537sqm (more or less) section is the perfect low maintenance option so you can spend your valued quality time relaxing in your new home or in the great outdoors of Raglan.

Price by Negotiation Phone for viewing times Mark Frost 022 150 2244 mark.frost@bayleys.co.nz SUCCESS REALTY LIMITED, BAYLEYS, LICENSED REAA 2008

Elevated platform with uninterrupted views This quiet cul-de-sac location will mean you only have two neighbours on either side with expansive views directly above the Olive orchard and green belt below from your open plan outdoor living spaces.

You can simply walk off the deck into the orchard where your kids and animals can run about and easily connect with other areas of the peninsula including the walking track that circumnavigates the peninsula just above the water. Title is through so you can immediately design and build your home.

bayleys.co.nz/2313344

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Raglan 102 Rangitahi Road

Water and Mountain Views

bayleys.co.nz/2312961

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537sqm Price by Negotiation Phone for viewing times Mark Frost 022 150 2244 mark.frost@bayleys.co.nz SUCCESS REALTY LIMITED, BAYLEYS, LICENSED REAA 2008

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Raglan 24a Manukau Road

Raglan 448 Wainui Road

Neat as a pin - Just move in!

665sqm

Beautifully elevated and tucked away off the road, this three-bedroom home enjoys gorgeous rural views and even a nice slice of the harbour to remind you the ocean is nearby. Presented in immaculate condition the home has been updated to a beautiful, contemporary style and features a stunning new kitchen, new carpet, and tiled bathroom. A wonderful bonus is having a choice of decks on which to sit, relax and soak in the sun, views, and peaceful ambience of the private rear garden.

Auction (unless sold prior) 11am, Thu 14 Apr 2022 96 Ulster Street, Hamilton View by appointment Stephen O'Byrne 021 969 848 stephen.obyrne@bayleys.co.nz Michelle O'Byrne 021 969 878 michelle.obyrne@bayleys.co.nz

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bayleys.co.nz/2313306

The haven you've been waiting for

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448 Wainui Rd is a special property with location, land, income, privacy, potential and much more. In my opinion, this location is simply the best! Bordering the Wainui Reserve you enjoy having a stream, walking tracks and the bush reserve on your doorstep, a peaceful walk over the hill and you have the sand of Ngarunui Beach between your toes. Hop in the car and it's just a five-minute drive to Raglan town one way and Manu and Whale Bay the other way.

SUCCESS REALTY LIMITED, BAYLEYS, LICENSED REAA 2008

bayleys.co.nz/2313311

Raglan

39A Wallis Street

570sqm

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The Sweet Spot 39a Wallis Street offers entry level buying into one of Raglan's most desirable streets. Recently renovated, this super cute and well presented, character cottage is located within 100m of Aro Aro Bay for safe swimming, picnics, and other water-based activities.

bayleys.co.nz/2313093

Raglan

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Entry level buying in Raglan hasn't looked this good in years! Completely transformed, this three bedroom home is unrecognisable. Now bright and uplifting, after an extensive refurbishment including new flooring throughout and a fresh coat of paint, this 1980's classic has been given a new lease of life. The back garden has also undergone a fantastic transformation and is now a beautiful and easily maintained space to enjoy.

Asking Price $780,000 View by appointment Stephen O'Byrne 021 969 848 stephen.obyrne@bayleys.co.nz Michelle O'Byrne 021 969 878 michelle.obyrne@bayleys.co.nz

bayleys.co.nz/2313275

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Asking Price $849,000 View by appointment Stephen O'Byrne 021 969 848 stephen.obyrne@bayleys.co.nz Michelle O'Byrne 021 969 878 michelle.obyrne@bayleys.co.nz SUCCESS REALTY LIMITED, BAYLEYS, LICENSED UNDER THE REA ACT 2008

Where the living is easy Offering practical and spacious open plan living areas, two double bedrooms and internal access garage, it's the ideal lock up and leave. A generous balcony is the perfect space to admire the majestic Mt Karioi views and capture the spectacular sunsets.

bayleys.co.nz/2313173

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Hamilton Clinic: Victoria Dentist 270 Victoria St www.victoriadentist.co.nz

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OPEN 6 DAYS MON-SAT 7.30am-5.30pm NAU MAI INDUSTRIAL PARK

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Ph: 0272667769 or email: karl@raglanscaffolding.co.nz also at HG Webb House, Cnr Boundary & Victoria Streets, Hamilton

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Residential / Commercial / Rural / Property Services Magazine Issue April 2022 Raglan Chronicle | 27

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ST PETER'S ANGLICAN CHURCH EASTER SERVICES Good Friday 9.30am 15 April - A time of reflection and prayer Easter Sunday 9.30am 17th April Celebration and Holy Communion Contact person : Hazel 0221065990 ART EXHIBITION: SAM MATHERS & KAYU STUDIO, APRIL 16 & 17 / 9AM .— 5PM, 536 WAINUI RD, RAGLAN HOKA - ARMIN SCHMIDT SOLO EXHIBITION La Petite Galerie, opening night April 22. Doors are open from 6PM to view the exhibition, accompanied with music from DMTH (Deep Minimal, Techno & House). The exhibition will be on until the 28th of April.

JOIN OUR XTREME TEAM! AS OUR ACCOUNT MANAGER CONTRACTING FOR 16HRS PER WEEK. SUPPORTING OUR SERVICES & THE RAGLAN COMMUNITY WORKING TOGETHER TOWARDS ZERO WASTE. CONTACT: team@xtremezerowaste.org.nz

Proposed Temporary Road Closure: Ruapuke Road

R A G L A N H O R T I C U LT U R A L SOCIETY next meeting, Tuesday 19th April at 1-00pm in the Church Hall Stewart Street. This is the Societies AGM and Prize Giving. Floral Art, Anzac Day. Normal Competitions, Display Table, Sales Table, Raffle, Garden Vibes and Afternoon Tea. All Welcome.

We warmly welcome you to join us for a PASSOVER MEAL Friday 15th April, 6.00pm at Church@Stewart St Hall. For information re this Pot Luck meal, & to RSVP by Wednesday 13th April, Contact: Christine Griffiths 027 371 9257

Notice is hereby given that Waikato District Council proposes to temporarily close Ruapuke Road to enable Hamilton Car Club to hold a tarmac rally on Sunday 29 May 2022.

The temporary closure would be between the intersection with Te Mata Road and Waimaunga Road from 8.30am to 4pm.

A detour, following Waimaunga, Te Hutewai and Te Mata Roads would be in place during the closure.

For the proposed period of closure, the road would be manned at intersections by clearly identifiable marshals equipped with radio communication and access will be provided in the event of an emergency.

WHAT’S ON @ THE OLD SCHOOL

Any person wishing to object to or support the proposal should lodge their feedback by email to communications@waidc.govt.nz by 5pm, 18 April 2022, or in writing to: Proposed Ruapuke Rd Temporary Closure, Waikato District Council, Private Bag 544, Ngaruawahia, 3742.

5 S T E WA RT S T R E E T, R AG L A N

M10695

G J Ion Chief Executive 0800 492 452 www.waikatodistrict.govt.nz www.facebook.com/WaikatoDistrictCouncil

EVENTS SUBJECT TO AVAILABILITY OF KEY TEAM MEMBERS: CHECK OUR WEBSITE TO CONFIRM RAGLAN FILM FESTIVAL 2022 Film nominations open until 2pm Monday 4 July. Enter online https://www.raglanartscentre.co.nz/rff/ RAGLAN CREATIVE MARKET – SUNDAY 10 APRIL 10am – 2pm at the Old School Arts Centre on Stewart St. For more info - www.raglanmarket. com LIVE AND LOCAL – FRIDAY 22 APRIL A showcase for local performers, from songwriters to comedy – this month featuring PLot & Bruci Jordan. 7.309pm, doors open 7pm. Koha entry. Licensed bar and café open.

EXHIBITION – FRIDAY 29 APRIL – FRIDAY 27 MAY “Everything Changes! A Year of Landscapes from around Whaingaroa Harbour” – Shifra Gassner. Opening night Friday 29 6pm – 9pm, then Sundays and weekdays 10am-2pm.

AFTER-SCHOOL ART CLASSES TERM 2 2022 Theme - Matariki | 8-week programme | Mon 9 May – 4 July with Pauline McAllister, Wed 11 May – 29 June with Athene Jenkins | 3.30pm – 5pm | $95 first child/$85 sibling | All materials included | Bookings essential www.raglanartscentre.co.nz/ workshops CLAYTIME PLUS HAND-BUILDING FOR ADULTS 4-week programme with Justine Davies | Mon 9 May – 30 May | 6pm – 8pm | $120 RCAC+Clay members $140 RCAC members $160 nonmembers | Membership, 3kg clay + bisque firing included, glaze firing extra | Bookings essential www.raglanartscentre.co.nz/workshops POTTERY WHEEL WORKSHOP SERIES FOR ADULTS 6-week programme with Sarah Bing | Thursdays 12 May – 16 June | 7pm – 9.30pm | $250 RCAC+Clay members $270 RCAC members $290 non-members | 10 kg clay included, firing and glazing extra | Bookings essential www. raglanartscentre.co.nz/workshops

Notice of herbicide spraying Waikato Regional Council advises that under Resource Consent 124871 spraying of pest plants growing in aquatic and semi-aquatic locations will continue over the next three months.

Pest plants to be sprayed are listed in the Regional Pest Management Plan and include (but are not limited to): alligator weed, Manchurian wild rice, sagittaria, Senegal tea, spartina and yellow flag iris. Herbicides to be used are haloxyfop, imazapyr, metsulfuron-methyl and triclopyr. Application method is location dependent and may be by helicopter, gun and hose, mistblower or knapsack.

Operational areas are spread throughout the region and include (but are not limited to): • Lakes Whangape and Waikare • Te Otamanui Lagoon • Waihou, Piako and Ohinemuri rivers • Waikato River (from Horotiu to Port Waikato) • Whangamarino and Maramarua rivers • numerous smaller urban and rural sites.

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Low Cost Counselling Free Budget Service Drop-in Lounge OpShop Rooms for Hire Justice of the Peace Alcohol & Drug Services • Youth Programs • Information Technology Support Please contact us for more information

Ph: 825 8142

Spraying is weather dependent and will occur during daylight hours on any day, including weekends but excluding public holidays.

For more information or to request to be notified visit www.waikatoregion.govt.nz/aquaticspraying or call Waikato Regional Council’s biosecurity pest plants team on 0800 800 401.

Occupiers who have already requested to be notified will be contacted prior to spraying.

CDA McLay Chief Executive

www.waikatoregion.govt.nz

M OVIES AT THE OLD SCHOOL SKIES OF LEBANON French & Arabic with English subtitles (PG | 91 mins) Sat 23 April 5pm

FACING MONSTERS (Doc. Exempt | 94 mins) Sat 23 April 8pm

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5 St ewa r t St , Ra g l a n THE POWER OF THE DOG (R13 | 127 mins)

REGULAR EVENTS

Raglan Filmmakers’ Club Monthly on 1st Tues May-Sept, 6-7pm Ragtimers Ukulele Group Weekly on Wed, 4pm Clay Shed Members’ Night Weekly on Wed, 5-7pm Karioi Quilters Monthly on 2nd Thurs 10.30am Raglan Art Group Monthly on 1st Fri, 10am Backgammon Club Monthly on last Fri, 6pm

Sun 24 April 4.30pm

P 07 825 0023 | E info@raglanartscentre.co.nz SUBJECT TO AVAILABILITY OF KEY TEAM CHECK WEBSITE TO CONFIRM MASKS ARE REQUIRED ON ARRIVAL FOR ALL MOVIE SESSIONS