Bringing the big screen magic to budding film buffs
by Janine Jackson
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There’s something magical about watching a movie on the big screen — the lights dim, the sound surrounds you, and for an hour or two, you’re whisked away into other worlds. For Raglan’s youngest movie lovers, that magic is now right on their doorstep.
The Raglan Old School Arts Centre is trialling regular kids' movies on select Sunday afternoons over the winter months, giving local families the chance to enjoy screen-time together — but not the kind involving tablets or phones. We're talking real movies, in a real theatre, with popcorn
and treats, and in the company of friends and whānau.
The theatre at the Old School may be small, but it more than makes up for it in heart. With its warm, welcoming vibe and dedicated team of volunteers, it’s the kind of place where kids can feel the buzz of a movie night without the overwhelm of a big commercial cinema.
Emma Church, who’s behind the new initiative, says the idea was sparked by a growing demand from families wanting local, child-friendly events. “There’s a real hunger in the community for fun, affordable things to do with kids.”
Emma hopes the regular screenings will not only bring joy to local tamariki but also create lasting memories. “There’s something special about going to the movies as a child — the big screen, the sound, the shared excitement — it’s a whole experience,” she says. “We want to create that magic right here in Raglan, without the drive into town.”
Films are carefully chosen to suit a range of ages, with a mix of classics, quirky animations, and recent favourites.
“It’s about creating a relaxed, welcoming environment where families can enjoy films together,” says Emma. “We’re keeping it lowkey, community-focused, and fun.”
Next kids' screenings: Despicable Me, Sunday 17 August, 2pm | Paddington in Peru, Sunday 21 September, 2pm
Visit www.raglanmovies.nz for updates and ticket info.
27-29 Manukau Road, Raglan 3225 Ph 07 825 8306
Ruby and Arlo Riddle.
Cleaner waters ahead for Raglan’s wastewater
by Janine Jackson
Raglan’s wastewater just got a little cleaner with a stateof-the art infrastructure upgrade to the existing wastewater treatment plant.
The plant was recently opened by Waikato District Council (WDC), Waikato Watercare and was blessed by mana whenua.
Discharging near drinking quality treated wastewater, the upgrade ensures safe and efficient wastewater treatment, and enables a flexible solution for future discharge consent.
Utilising industry-leading technology, the new plant will deliver high-quality treated wastewater through enhanced nitrogen and pathogen removal, energy efficiency, and scalability to meet projected demand. It can now treat up to 6000 cubic metres of wastewater per day.
The final treated wastewater undergoes ultraviolet disinfection before being discharged to eliminate remaining pathogens without chemicals, ensuring the treated wastewater meets high environmental and public health standards.
The old oxidation ponds continue to provide storm buffering capacity, ensuring the system remains resilient and continues operating effectively during extreme weather.
Of significance to local iwi, the site, TeRua-O-Te-Ata, was the domain of Te Atai o Rongo, the taniwha protector of local Tainui tribes, whose lair was disrupted when the then Raglan County Council built an oxidation pond in 1977.
Local iwi were strong opponents to building the sewage ponds on this wāhi tapu site, but their protests were ignored and mention of the significance of the taniwha was even scoffed at by Raglan County councillors at the time.
They also raised objections to the pond and outflow pipe’s close location to sacred burial sites, the local marae and homes, as well as fears about the outflow affecting traditional shellfish beds and fisheries.
Angeline Greensill, whose parents Rex and Tuaiwa Hautai ‘Eva’ Rickard opposed the site being used for wastewater treatment, says this new plant goes some way to addressing the issues of the past and restoring traditional cultural practices and mahinga kai (food gathering).
“We have been objecting to this plant for 50 years now; from raw sewage being piped into the sea to almost fresh water is a good start. The council say they will be ready to pipe the water to land in five years; we want to see that happen in two years. Even better, the council could somehow reuse the water at the boat ramp for people to clean their boats.”
WDC chief executive Craig Hobbs says this infrastructure investment supports Raglan’s future growth and meets the needs of the community on sustainability.
“The plant can meet and adapt to seasonal populational change, which is incredibly important for Raglan as a domestic and international tourist destination. The influx of people around the summer periods and long holiday weekends often created pressure points with the old plant struggling to keep up. This helps protect our moana, the beaches everyone loves in Raglan and contributes to the long-term sustainability of this local treasure.”
Te Atai o Rongo is not just a taniwha but also an ancestor, a former chief, who met a tragic end. He is believed to have transformed into a taniwha after being murdered by his brother-in-law. His pregnant wife fled to Kawhia and gave birth to a son, and Te Atai o Rongo took on the form of a taniwha and became a kaitiaki (guardian) of the local iwi.
The new wastewater facility officially opened on August 5.
Cr Lisa Thomson with treated wastewater.
Angeline Greensill with treated wastewater.
Karioi
by Michelle Levy
Whenlocal whakairo artists Tare Kereopa and Raj Irving first heard Karioi was a theme of the 2025 Matariki ki Whaingaroa art exhibition they were inspired to jointly create a piece for the exhibition.
Taking inspiration from Tare’s older brother Aaron, a fine art surfboard sculptor whose work has included different representations of Karioi, their 2.7m x 3.0m exhibition piece depicts Karioi as seen through their eyes and expressed through their hands. An expression of who they are, their artist statement talks about how their work, simply titled Karioi, “stands not only as a celebration of ancestral echoes and natural beauty but also as an invitation to momentarily pause and contemplate the transient and ephemeral nature of our shared journey”. A continual process of conceptualising and creating, Karioi took Tare and Raj about six weeks to complete, including a few very late nights as the exhibition opening neared.
Raj reflects on how renowned artist Tā Derek Lardelli has always talked about the importance of honouring our mothers as the first carvers. This kōrero resonates with how Tare and Raj feel about living under the korowai of Karioi. Whilst recognising the different pūrākau which exist, for them, Karioi has always been a wahine; feminine, caring, motherly and warm. It was those elements Tare and Raj wished to bring to the fore in their carving.
Whether its viewing the contours of Karioi from afar or living on the maunga as Tare does, both are very aware of how Karioi sets the daily mood for all in Whaingaroa.
“The weather swings around her. The waves wrap around her. She flows into the harbour. She flows over the hills”, says Raj.
When thinking about their carving Raj describes how they, “started to think about how much influence Karioi has. You don’t just interact with Karioi when you climb the maunga. We are all interacting with her all the time. All of us who love interacting with every part of Whaingaroa, all of it has to do with Karioi. Whether it’s her flowing hair or how her body wraps around – we are all part of that”.
Recognising that Karioi has been standing long before any of us, Tare and Raj were curious, asking ‘what would Karioi be thinking’? What would her perspective be? In responding to those questions, Tare and Raj see Karioi as a mother who has remained, and who, by showing her love to everybody, connects the stories of all those in Whaingaroa and around the maunga. Even those who visit for just a short time are influenced by her.
It is these thoughts and feelings which have resulted in Tare and Raj’s multi-layered and intricately detailed whakairo.
Tare and Raj acknowledge that the majority of whakairo is male oriented. Carving a female figure which depicted the flowing femininity and beauty of Karioi was a challenge. The ongoing kōrero and wānanga among fellow carvers often went full circle, landing them back at their starting point. For Tare, “a real depth of pūkenga was gathered as part of that process, particularly in relation to the carving of her face”.
Inspired by the evocative nature of Van Goghs ‘Starry Night’ painting, Karioi portrays a deep dream-like state with flowing hair and sweeping curves of her body. Details such as the slant of her eyes point to her being tūrehu-like; both maunga and a tipuna, she sees things not every ordinary person can.
Haehae pākati, an ancient whakairo pattern, is used to represent multiple elements in the carving. On the body of Karioi haehae pākati are like a korowai, reflecting the mist which rolls over and down the maunga. Acknowledging the teachings of local carver, Kawharu Greensill, the haehae pākati signifies grief and laceration, not only in relation to the carving up of land, but also the grief held by the loved ones of those who have lost their lives on the maunga. Reflecting Tare’s time as a possum trapper, the haehae pākati are a metaphor for the traplines and the streams which cross the contours of the maunga. And the notches of haehae pākati also represent the whakapapa of whānau from around the maunga, and the different elements of time.
As Raj says, “there are many layers of meaning within those lines”.
Designed as a representation of other realms, the textured background includes the takarangi design which emphasises the inbetween space and the crossing of veils. The texture is also used to represent the different types of sky against which the silhouette of Karioi stands – whether its sunsets, the purapurawhetū that shine or the winds that blow. A hononga to waka and migration; the spiral patterning of the takarangi comes from the taurapa of a waka.
Tare refers to another hononga that comes from waka pūrākau, describing how the ‘crossing of veils’ references te rerenga wairua, the pathway taken by spirits as they travel from Karioi out to Karewa. From Karewa the spirits are collected by Te Waka o Rangi. It is the star cluster of Matariki which form the eyes of Te Waka o Rangi. Te Waka o Rangi travels the night sky during the year gathering those who have passed, until the waka is ready for the final journey as Matariki sets.
The feather plumes tethered to each end of Karioi are not only a hononga to navigation and migration mātaurangafeathers were used on waka to tell wind and current direction – they also play a deliberate role in the aesthetics of the carving. Tare and Raj acknowledge Karioi is a ‘heavy’ piece. Not in terms of weight, although she certainly does weigh a lot, but in terms of the volume of carving she carries.
For Raj, “That’s our job as carvers. Not everything has to be liked and easy on the eye. It’s busy for a reason too, because there are layers of kōrero in it”.
However, elements such as the delicateness of the feathers draw attention away the heaviness of the whakairo, allowing your eyes to take a break from the detailed carving and rest a while on the edges.
The specific rākau used for Karioi connects to her story. Carved from an
estimated 4000-year-old swamp kauri from Rāhui Pōkeka, the use of kauri is a mihi to mātauranga Māori which saw taonga deliberately stored in swamps, where due to the lack of oxygen they would be preserved. Like Karioi, kauri has literally been part of whenua for thousands of years. In recalling his time running possum traplines on the maunga, Tare remembers the ancient rākau, both those that had eluded the early mills and still stood, as well as those that had fallen and were in the process of returning to the whenua, He often wonders what the landscape might look like if those mighty rākau still populated the ngahere.
For Tare, Karioi encapsulates all that we know, “There is so much about her. With the moana you have to mention Karioi. With the harbour you have to mention her. The kōhanga reo of manu, you have to mention her. You can go to her for healing. For different wānanga, rongoā, and kai. You can connect whakapapa back to your marae through all her streams. She is just there. She is the pou of Whaingaroa”.
Tare and Raj have kindly agreed to exhibit Karioi again at the premiere and community screenings of Tirohia Karioi - a locally made documentary telling stories of people and their connection to Karioi being shown on the first weekend of September at the Stewart St Hall.
Tare Kereopa working on the 2.7m x 3.0m exhibition piece inspired by Karioi.
‘Sickness’ for restoring broken things keeps Eric’s garages and hands full
by Edith Symes
Passers-by often stop and chat to Eric Williams outside his house –in Upper Bow St, just a stone’s throw from the newly painted water tower – not only because he’s an amenable kind of guy but because he’s so often working away on a few impressivelooking old school cars.
Five of them, to be exact. There are four –including a rebuilt-from-scratch 1932 Morrie Minor – parked up in the three-car garage out front, and a 1931 Chevy he restored for his daughter’s wedding occupies an adjacent garage.
The now pristine dark-blue wedding car was Eric’s most recent do-up; and when there was nowhere left to put it once the job was done he did what any self-respecting man would do and built another garage, of course.
Eric reckons he’s always had an interest in “old everythings”. He likes fixing broken things to see them working again. No it’s not a hobby, or tinkering, it’s a “sickness” he laughs half-jokingly.
And it’s not just cars. Vintage radios are neatly lined up on high shelves in the garage. Eric used to be a radio technician with the New Zealand Electricity Department (NZED), now known as Electricorp. “I have thousands of old valves for radio repair, all brand new,” he says.
Electrical engineering is Eric’s thing from way back, and he’s worked all over New Zealand – as well as in the Chathams, Fiji and Perth – with NZED. More recently, for 15 years or so, he ran his own business, Control Systems Ltd in Hamilton, which specialises in remote controlling of power networks throughout the country.
Now – at 70 – Eric’s pretty much retired, having sold his Frankton business. But he still picks and chooses the odd plum job for “pocket money”, he says, like the automation of a new substation currently under construction at Ruakura.
Mostly though he’s now free to work on the cars he loves.
The 1932 Morrie was Eric’s first buy, 33 years ago. “It was a wreck, in a thousand pieces,” he says, and that’s no exaggeration.
People acquire old cars with the intention of doing them up, he adds, then pull them apart and leave them sitting around for years. Along comes Eric, and by trial and error he rebuilds them.
He also calls on the mechanical knowhow he gleaned way back when working in his father’s rural workshop during the school holidays. “We pulled motors apart and welded stock trucks, that sort of thing,” Eric explains.
“I fix as I go … sort out the bits, do a lot of internet searching”, which means he buys lots of parts from the United States and often fabric for upholstery from England.
Eric even has an old sewing machine “upstairs”, he reveals, to stitch up whatever is needed to get things exactly right. He’s a perfectionist, no doubt about that – but reckons he forgets about the mistakes after working on one car and then another.
His current restoration is a rusty-looking 1946 Ford Jailbar V8, so-called because of its grille. He’s done a lot of work under the bonnet and now has the motor running “beautifully”, though the car’s not yet
warranted. “I get them all road worthy, but I don’t keep them all road legal.”
Next he’ll finish off the blue 1937 V8 that sits alongside its fellow Ford. He’s stripped this earlier model right back, got the paint matched – the genuine Ford colour, he insists – and now there are the mudguards to retrieve from his neighbour’s garage over the fence and paint up.
A summer job, he adds, for a better finish.
But surely Eric’s pride and joy is the red 1938 Ford V8 that sits on the other side of the Jailbar pick-up truck. He restored it to mint condition 28 years ago. Fully registered and WoF’d, it’s a car Eric’s proud to drive.
So what will be the fate of the others? “At the moment I just stash them in my garages and admire them,” he told the Chronicle. “However, the time is coming when I will have to part with a few.”
That poses something of a dilemma, he admits. “I am still working on the pecking order because of the time that has gone into each one.”
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Eric's currently restoring his 1946 Ford Jailbar V8 before finishing off the blue 1937 Ford V8 -- its mudguards yet to be retrieved and painted up.
Top: 1938 Ford V8. Bottom: 1931 Chevy.
Kia Ora from the Raglan Business Chamber
Coming up. On August 27th - WCoC & RBC; this is a shared membership model event featuring the collaboration with Waikato Chamber of Commerce and Raglan Business Chamber. We welcome Rob Bull to facilitate a Business After-4 event at WYLD.
Rego link: https://business.waikatochamber. co.nz/events/calendar
2. Tuesday 9 Sept, 4pm at WYLD. BA4: Energising Raglan’s Visitor Economy. Join us + Waikato District Council, Hamilton Waikato Tourism, DMO (the team behind Go Raglan) & Takitini as we dive into the future of tourism in our town. Registration is free and it is essential, as this is a catered event with capacity: https://events.humanitix.com/ba4-energisingraglan-s-visitor-economy
Thanks to the Bizworx team for helping us get organised for our AGM, and thanks to all of those that attended. We are a small local Not for Profit organisation who rely on feedback from the RBC members and wider community to ensure we provide opportunities for learning, networking and sharing skills, knowledge and ideas.
The September 9th event upcoming welcomes RBC members and non-members within our local business community who are keen to take a deep dive into the future needs of a thriving visitor economy.
Wanted: Movie Magic Makers
by Janine Jackson
Do you love movies? Are you a bit tech-savvy (or keen to learn)? Fancy helping your community? We’re on the hunt for
new volunteer projectionists to join our Raglan Movies crew.
Some of our awesome team have moved on or away, and the projector needs fresh hands to keep the magic alive.
What you’ll need:
– Basic knowledge of Windows 10
– Ability to follow a pre-set playlist (don’t worry – it’s all set up for you!)
– Confidence switching on gear and tweaking the volume
– A calm, cool attitude when the lights go down
What you’ll get:
– Full training (you won’t be left in the dark – unless it’s on purpose)
– Support during your first screening
– FREE movies! (Yes, really!)
– A warm fuzzy feeling from being part of a great community project
If you’re ready to step into the projection booth and keep the big screen rolling, join our team and become part of a much-loved Raglan tradition.
Get in touch now and let’s make movie magic together. Email rodger@ raglanartscentre.co.nz
New youth group at St Peter’s Church
StPeter’s Church in Raglan has launched a monthly youth group for 11–14-year-olds, offering a fun and safe space to socialise.
The idea came from recognising that young people who had outgrown Youth Church still wanted a place to connect. The programme includes games, short Bible teachings, and plenty of treats –hot chocolate with marshmallows and biscuits are a regular feature.
Held on the second Sunday of each month, the group meets in the St Peter’s Church Hall from 6pm to 7.30pm. All youth are welcome, whether or not they attend St Peter’s or any other church. The
sessions are supervised by at least two police-vetted adults in line with church safety guidelines.
Organisers hope the group will inspire a continuing interest in the Christian journey while building friendships in a welcoming environment.
When: Second Sunday of the month from 6pm-7pm
Where: St Peter’s Church Hall, Raglan
Who: Ages 11–14
What’s happening: Games, Bible study, hot chocolate with marshmallows and biscuits.
Moon Goose make folk magic in Raglan
Raglan-based folk duo
Moon Goose join alt-folk songwriter Greta O’Leary at the Stewart St Hall, 3 Stewart St on Saturday, August 30 to celebrate the launch of their debut recordings.
Moon Goose, aka Holly Dove and Britta Hamill, recently released their debut EP ‘On the Island Where Our Shadows Lie’, which showcases their enchanting blend of Celtic-inspired folk music, featuring both traditional songs from the British Isles and original compositions.
Like a lot of musicians juggling paid mahi and their music side hustle, the launch of the Moon Goose debut EP has been a long time coming.
“It took a lot of working out the logistics but we are really excited to share it with a Raglan audience. We'd love to do an album, and we have enough material for that, but
we just wanted to get something out there, and albums can take quite a long time,” Holly says.
Holly (guitar, vocals and Celtic whistle), and Britta (violin and vocals), will share songs collected from travels around England and Scotland, weaving them together with their own music.
“I'm really interested in connecting with my heritage in the British Isles. I moved over to the UK for a while and that's when I started connecting with the folk songs.”
Paying homage to the land they feel privileged to call home, Moon Goose’s music celebrates nature, friendship, and the timeless spirit of folk music.
“As Tangata Tiriti (non-Māori individuals living under the framework of Te Tiriti o Waitangi)
I’m interested in how I can bring my own cultural background to connect me to this land. The songs
we sing, the traditions we create, and the way we relate to the land around us and to the people in our community, is us creating culture now,” Holly says.
This double-bill with Greta O’Leary who is launching her debut album ‘River Dark’ promises to be a night of ambient, slowcooked songs, intricate harmonies and alternative folk.
Greta’s record—featuring SRN #1 tracks “Baby I’m a Singer” and “Baptised at the Desktop Computer”—debuted at #9 on the Aotearoa Official Albums Chart and has earned praise from RNZ, Rolling Stone, and the SRN.
Produced by Jol Mulholland at LAB Studios, River Dark features contributions from acclaimed artists including Cass Basil and Anita Clark.
Visit www.undertheradar. co.nz to purchase tickets. Doors open 7pm for 7.30 start.
Moon Goose. Image by Kyah Dove.
Image thanks to AI.
Celebrating volunteers, Matariki and building resilience in Whāingaroa
from Raglan Naturally
This month, Raglan Naturally is shining a light on the incredible volunteers who keep our community thriving. The 2025 Celebrating Volunteers event at Poihākena Marae brought together around 140 people from more than 30 local groups for a day of connection, recognition and aroha.
Volunteers were welcomed onto the marae – for many, the first time – and treated to mirimiri, haircuts, facials, makeup, live music, spot prizes and an abundance of delicious kai. The atmosphere was uplifting and joyful, with attendees describing it as deeply rewarding.
“It was such a feel-good day. Being welcomed onto the marae and treated with so much manaaki was unforgettable,” said Stuart & Shelley from Health Shuttle and Hato Hone St John.
Raglan Naturally thanks Poihākena Marae, Timebank, musicians, helpers, and the many businesses that contributed. Did you know there are over 70 volunteer-run groups in Whāingaroa? Visit raglannaturally. co.nz/volunteering to find out how to get involved.
Matariki ki Whaingaroa 2025: Art Exhibition
Our Matariki ki Whaingaroa 2025 art exhibition showcased a stunning range of works from 16 local artists whose pieces spoke to our theme of connecting people to place.
Curated by the Toitū team, the exhibition at the Raglan Old School Arts Centre was blessed on Thursday 19th June by Ngāti Māhanga. The blessing was followed by a Matariki kai with the artists and their whānau. The exhibition opened to the public on the Matariki public holiday with a steady stream of visitors throughout the day.
A delicious Matariki hangi prepared by Leo McQueen and his hangi crew was also a highlight of the day. Rounding off our Matariki celebration was our introduction to Mau Rakau workshop on Saturday 21st June which was thoroughly enjoyed by all those who attended.
The final Matariki event supported by RN was Waitā- Te Kai a te Moana, a wānanga facilitated by Daniel Kereopa on 29th June at the Kokiri Centre. One of four wānanga held throughout the Waikato to educate and inspire reconnection with te taiao through the stars of Matariki and the traditional food systems they represent, this wānanga offered hands on learning and story telling that strengthened cultural identity, environmental awareness and community connection.
The Regulatory Standards Bill Submissions on The Regulatory Standards Bill, described by some as the ‘Treaty
Principles Bill on steroids’ and ‘unworkable, unconstitutional and unacceptable’ opened on May 26th.
With people already familiar with the Select Committee submissions process, we were ahead of the game this time around. Our submission writing workshops and dropin sessions (kindly supported by Jasmine from the Whaingaroa Environment Centre) saw people go away not only informed and energised to do their own submissions, but ready to spread the word and help others get their submissions done.
Before submissions closed, Whaea Lucy Haru had helped 15 more people to get their submissions done! Our submissions table during Matariki weekend was also popular, resulting in another 30 submissions submitted.
Since submissions closed at 1pm on Monday 23rd June it is being reported that over 130,000 submissions were made –the second largest number ever to a Select Committee after the Treaty Principles Bill.
A big thank you to all from Whaingaroa who got their submissions done.
Raglan Area School Mau Rākau & Whaikōrero Programmes
Toitū Whaingaroa has been pleased to be able to support Raglan Area School to deliver their Mau Rākau and Whaikōrero programmes over the past two terms.
Utilising the Whare Tapa Whā model of wellbeing, the Mau Rākau programme is successfully developing resilience, connection and tikanga for those connecting ākonga (students) who attend. The Whaikōrero programme is supporting ākonga to learn basic whaikōrero skills so they are able to support their whānau, kura and local community.
RAS reports ākonga
Join the kōrero at the second Resilient Communities Forum
Whaingaroa locals are invited to come together for Forum 2 of the Resilient Communities Whaingaroa series, happening Sunday 17 August from 10am to 2pm at Raglan Town Hall.
Building on the momentum of the first forum, this gathering will showcase local resilience projects, explore key aspects of what makes a community strong, and set shared priorities for action. Organisers say it’s about “connecting the dots” between different local initiatives, and deciding on the best opportunities to strengthen Raglan’s resilience in the face of challenges.
The event kicks off with coffee and kai before diving into World Café style table discussions across nine themes. Attendees will then hear from local groups working on everything from climate adaptation and kai resilience to housing and habitat restoration. The afternoon will focus on prioritising ideas and planning next steps for collective action.
Programme:
9:45am – Coffee and kai on arrival
10:00am – Kick-off
10:30am – World Café table discussions
11:30am – Local project showcases:
• Toitū Whaingaroa
• WDC Climate & Adaptation
• Raglan Community Response Group
• WEC Kai Resilience
• Tūmanako Whaingaroa
• Raglan Refill
• Community Energy Whaingaroa
• WRAP Housing
• Lorenzen Reserve Restoration Group
12:30pm – Break and kai
12:45pm – Prioritising and planning for action
2:00pm – Closing
The forum is family-friendly, with activities for children, brunch and coffee on arrival, and a light lunch provided.
Organisers say people are welcome to join in at any time during the event.
across both programmes are excited and look forward to attending their programmes each week.
Māori Ward Referendum these Local Elections
This September-October a referendum will be held to decide whether Māori Wards for local government should be retained. Māori Wards create a democracy that fits us better by ensuring that all voices are heard and that solutions benefit everyone.
Coming Up …
Join our Toitū te Tiriti Whāingaroa Facebook group to keep updated on what is coming up.
Resilient Communities Forum
Around 40 locals attended Forum 1 at Raglan Town Hall, exploring “What does our past and current situation tell us about the state of resilience in our community today?” Highlights included a mana whenua perspective from Angeline Greensill, creating a Journey Wall, and mapping current resilience.
These insights lay the groundwork for Forum 2 on Sunday 17 August, where priorities and next steps will be developed. See info below for Forum 2.
Raglan Junior Rugby Club
In this week's interview, we chat to Freddie Durant from the 11th grade team.
What is your name and who do you play for?
My name is Freddie Durant and I play in the Raglan Junior Rugby Club 11th grade team. What position do you play?
I like playing first five and midfield
What do you enjoy about rugby?
Raglan Junior Rugby Results :
2nd August 2025
6th Grade vs Ngaruawahia
Win 45-35
POD Rocky Wakelin
ROD Ollie Barker
OPOD Mickey O'Brien
7th Grade vs Taupiri Gold
75-70 loss
POD Moby Carter
ROD Sunny McCarthy
OPOD Ivy Henley Smith
Raglan 8th vs Suburbs Silver
Win 95-60
POD: Sam Bourke
TOD: Gwen Carter and Izzy Peacocke
OPOD: Alex Ashplant
9th Grade vs Te Kowhai 9
Win 60 - 15
POD: Ridge Munns & Brock Skerman
TOD: Kalani Robinson & Hughie Barker
OPOD: Elvira Brajkovic
Raglan 10th vs Suburb gold
Win 45 - 35
POD Buster Schnuriger
POD Mason Lilley
TOD Blake Bregman
11th Grade vs 11th Te Awamutu
Stallions
Playing with my mates in having fun I got into the Southern Bears this year and we are playing in the Power Farming Cup competition. There are two games on Sunday so it has been pretty busy playing three rugby games on the weekend.
How is the season going so far?
The season has been going great so far. Our team has been working super well together, its been so good to work hard as a team and the hard work has paid off. We have only lost one game this season but later in the season we got them back.
What is your goal for your rugby experience?
My goal was to get into the Southern bears and luckily I got there.
What supporters of your team would you like to thank?
All the supporters and parents that come to our games and sometimes have to drag themselves out of bed and especially my coaches Callum and Fraser they have been great, and Emma our team manager.
Win 30 - 20
POD: Kieran O'Brien
TOD: Ollie Jackson
OPOD: Freddie Durant
Raglan Junior Rugby Results : 9th August 2025
7th Grade Vs Melville
Win 55-40
POD Mikey Henley-Smith
ROD Lilly Vercoe
OPOD Caio Donaldson
8th grade vs Melville red 8th
Win 75-35
POD: Dawson Cornes
TOD: Zeta-jane Davies
OPOD: Blake Bell
9th grade vs HOB 9 Black
Win 40 - 30
POD: Ethan Parker
TOD: Elvira Brajkovic
OPOD: Ridge Munns
10th grade vs HOB Black
Loss 55-30
POD Lachlan
TOD Charlie
OPOD Ernest
11th Grade vs 11thTaupiri Gold
Win 80 - 10
POD: Anthony Fyalka
TOD: Oliver Meyer
OPOD: Freddie Durant
Football is a family affair
from Raglan Junior Football Club
Shane, 17 years old, started playing football when he was eight, first for our Raglan Football Club, then for Raglan Area School, a quick detour playing for Hillcrest and then winning the Knock-out tournament for RAS last year.
Since he couldn’t play for the school this year, his parents thought it would be a great community pay back time to coach his younger sister’s U8 team – the Dories. A little love note from his sister, slid under his door, finally convinced him to take on the challenge.
So, for the last term and a half, he committed his Thursdays from 3.30 pm sharp to at least 4.30pm teaching little people how to dribble, strengthen their kicks, pass, and small strategies to score a goal. One can see him running
barefooted across the muddy field – shoes soaked - showing tackling techniques to six sevenyear-olds who have not played football before. He connects with other coaches so the girls can practise through friendly matches and pushes the team to learn not only strategies but skill as well.
Shane completed the coaching course – thank you Raglan Football Club - and is refereeing the Dories’ games every Saturday morning, carefully contemplating Player of the Day not just for his own team but the opponents as well.
Written by Sandra – Manager of the Dories & proud mum
Raglan Museum / Te Whare Taonga o Whaingaroa – Mid-Year Update
It’s been a busy and rewarding year so far at the Museum. With new donations arriving, exhibitions being refreshed, community stories being shared, and there’s always something happening behind the scenes.
We’ve had the privilege of marking some special milestones this year:
• Bryant Home’s 100th Anniversary
• St Peter’s Anglican Church –150 years
• Anzac Day remembrance Coming up, we’re excited about:
• Re-displaying the "Back to School" Exhibition, along with class visits from the juniors at Raglan Area School
• Celebrating 120 years of the Harbour View Hotel, and our Hotels of Whaingaroa exhibition
• A major exhibition focused on Mount Karioi, the geology and history
• A Members' evening featuring a guest speaker
Join Us: We’re Looking for a Treasurer
Our current Treasurer is stepping down and we’re now on the lookout for someone in the community to help continue this important mahi.
You don’t need to be an accountant, just someone with a good head for detail and a few hours to spare each month.
The role includes:
• Reviewing monthly financial reports
• Co-signing outgoing payments
• Attending monthly committee meetings
• Helping with the annual budget
• Liaising with our bookkeeper and reviewer at year-end Day-to-day bookkeeping is handled by a contractor, your role is to guide, oversee, and keep things on track. Time commitment is around 6 hours per month.
Keen to know more? Contact Chairperson Neil Couch, info@ rag;anmuseum.co.nz
Preventing Battery Fires: What Raglan Residents Need to Know
from Xtreme Zero Waste, in partnership with the Raglan Volunteer Fire Brigade,
Lithium-ion batteries, found in everyday items like vapes, laptops, e-bikes, power tools and phones, are causing a rising number of sudden, high-intensity fires across Aotearoa.
These batteries store large amounts of energy and, when damaged or incorrectly charged, can ignite within seconds.
In the past four years, the number of lithium-ion battery fires in New Zealand has doubled, from 51 incidents in 2020 to 104 in 2024. These fires often begin without warning and can be extremely difficult to control once they start.
To help reduce the risk locally, Xtreme Zero Waste, in partnership with the Raglan Volunteer Fire Brigade, is reminding residents that batteries and battery-powered devices must never be placed in household or public rubbish or recycling bins.
Fires can break out on our streets during collections or while recycling is processed at Xtreme, putting our local people, property and the environment at risk. The risk is especially high when batteries end up in landfill bags collected by the colourful compactor truck, as the compression can trigger a fire that starts quickly.
Instead, all household batteries and vapes can be dropped off safely and free of charge at Xtreme Zero Waste at 186 Te Hutewai Road. Batteries are stored in a designated fireproof area before being transported for responsible recycling.
The recent fire in Ruapuke, sparked by an exploding e-scooter battery, caused serious damage and injury. It is a harsh reminder that these risks are not theoretical. Fires like this can happen in our homes, workplaces and neighbourhoods. Proper battery disposal is not just good practice. It is a vital step in keeping our community safe.
Motorcycle Training Day
Day 1: Sat 6 September: 9am - 4pm
This day is for: Learner and restricted licence holders and intermediate riders.
Day 2: Sun 7 September: 9am - 4pm
This day is for: Experienced and returning riders.
Venue: Kartsport Club, Airport Rd, Hamilton
All riders must have a motorcycle licence and provide their own bike.
RAGLAN 29 Newton Road
RAGLAN 29 Newton Road
Impress Featuring a north-facing, low-maintenance four-bed two-
home with open-plan
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Sliders open to a covered veranda with serene views over landscaped gardens and rolling hills. Includes double garage, ample parking, and 3-bay shed with power. Set on 6.3ha of well-fenced land with spring-fed troughs. Adjacent to 5ha on 119 Te Papatapu Road and available for sale together or separately.
5C Sunshine Rise Sun-Drenched Living with Views Modern, warm, and light-filled, 5C Sunshine Rise backs onto a tranquil bush reserve with stunning harbour views. Enjoy seamless indoor-outdoor flow to a private deck. Located in
RAGLAN 5C Sunshine Rise Sun-Drenched Living with Views Modern, warm, and light-filled, 5C Sunshine Rise backs onto a tranquil bush
on 6.3ha of well-fenced land with spring-fed troughs. Adjacent to 5ha on 119 Te Papatapu Road and available for sale together or separately.
gardens and rolling hills. Includes double garage, ample parking, and 3-bay shed with power. Set on 6.3ha of well-fenced land with spring-fed troughs. Adjacent to 5ha on 119 Te Papatapu Road and available for sale together or separately.
Richard Thomson M 027 294 8625 E richard.thomson@pggwrightson.co.nz
Richard Thomson M 027 294 8625 E richard.thomson@pggwrightson.co.nz
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WAITETUNA 2651 State Highway 23
WAITETUNA 2651 State Highway 23
Rural
Rural Bliss: 87ha Farm With Modern Amenities
RAGLAN 116 Maungatawhiri Road Turn Your Dream Into a Reality! This
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by the views across the coastline. The section has been fully fenced and entirely planted in mixed native trees creating a low maintenance lifestyle retreat with no restrictive covenants. A geotech report is available, the building platform is ready, and driveway has been formed.
This extraordinary property spans 87ha, offering a blend of luxury living and agricultural functionality. The brick and cedar home features three spacious bedrooms and two bathrooms. The home impresses with rural views from the extensive decking area. An old dairy shed, cattle yards, 13x9m shed, implement shed, stables, tack room and 60x20m arena offer farming and equestrian utility.
offering a blend of luxury living and agricultural functionality. The brick and cedar home features three spacious bedrooms and two bathrooms. The home impresses with rural views from the extensive decking area. An old dairy shed, cattle yards, 60x20m arena offer farming and equestrian utility.
Richard Thomson M 027 294 8625 E richard.thomson@pggwrightson.co.nz
Bare Land
Bare Land
• Four sections, 9A, 9B, 9C, and 61 Pond Road, 6,000 - 8,000m2, asking $600K
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Four sections, 9A, 9B, 9C, and 61 Pond Road, 6,000 - 8,000m2, asking $600K 3956A State Highway 23, 8,002m2, asking $750K
• 3956A State Highway 23, 8,002m2, asking $750K
• Three Sections, 377, 337A and 337B Te Papatapu Road, 8,000m2, asking $550K
• Four sections, 9A, 9B, 9C, and 61 Pond Road, 6,000 - 8,000m2, asking $600K 3956A State Highway 23, 8,002m2, asking $750K Three Sections, 377, 337A and 337B Te Papatapu Road, 8,000m2, asking $550K 375 Okete Road, 8,000m2, price by negotiation 565 Okete Road, 8,004m2, asking $850K
• 1597 Whaanga Road, 1.1007ha, asking $890K
• 375 Okete Road, 8,000m2, price by negotiation 565 Okete Road, 8,004m2, asking $850K 1597 Whaanga Road, 1.1007ha, asking $890K 116 Maungatawhiri Road, 1.3164ha, price by negotiation
• 201 Pond Road, 7.498ha, asking $900K
• 565 Okete Road, 8,004m2, asking $850K 1597 Whaanga Road, 1.1007ha, asking $890K 116 Maungatawhiri Road, 1.3164ha, price by negotiation 201 Pond Road, 7.498ha, asking $900K Pond Road, 90.7128ha, asking $1.5M
• 116 Maungatawhiri Road, 1.3164ha, price by negotiation
• 201 Pond Road, 7.498ha, asking $900K Pond Road, 90.7128ha, asking $1.5M Te Papatapu Road, 93.98ha, price by negotiation
• Te Papatapu Road, 93.98ha, price by negotiation
• Pond Road, 90.7128ha, asking $1.5M Te Papatapu Road, 93.98ha, price by negotiation
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Raglan Knitters fundraising success for Hato Hone St John for World Knitting Day
by Catherine Weston
Overtwo hundred hand-knitted and crocheted beanies and other colourful knitwear were festooned along the front deck of the Harbour View Hotel on Saturday 14th June to celebrate Worldwide Knit in Public Day. The beanies and knitwear were available for purchase for a donation with all funds raised going to our local St John here in Raglan.
The members of the Raglan Knitting circle and the Raglan Crafters Group joined forces with St John volunteers on the day with some of the volunteers bringing their own knitting or crochet projects along with them. We were all quite grateful that the rain held off on the day too.
Members of the public had fun trying on the colourful creations and were very generous in their support of this local fundraiser. It was a tremendous success raising a massive total of $2345 for St John on the day. A further amount of $110 was raised by the crafters selling some of the remaining beanies at Indi’s on Saturday 12th July.
Jane Allen (Chairperson of Raglan Area Hato Hone St John) has indicated that “(the Area Committee) would put that money to use back into the community, in a way that will be visible and have real impact.” Jane also mentioned they “intend to use the money
to fund rolling-out reflective numbers and ICE (in case of emergency) booklets. The numbers, placed on gates or letterboxes, are reflective so they are immediately visible to paramedics and ambulance crew in dark/rural areas, and the ICE booklets hold personal and medical information and are magnetic so can be placed on fridges for easy access for paramedics and ambulance crew.”
This annual event would not be possible without the generosity and months of hard work by all the amazing local knitters, crocheters and crafters who made all the beanies and other knitwear items that were donated for this fundraiser. We were also blessed to receive donated items from three other knitting groups this year - Whatawhata knitting group, Rototuna library knitting group and Elmwood Retirement Village, Manurewa. We would also like to thank the Harbour View Hotel for generously allowing us to use the front deck again this year.
New knitters and crafters are always welcome to join us. Raglan Knitting Circle meets every Wednesday 9am-11am at Orca Café.
The Karioi Quilt and Crafters group meet once a month on the 2nd Thursday of the month at the Old School Arts Centre 10am 2pm.
Further details are available on the Raglan Crafters Group Facebook page.
8 Seabreeze Way, Raglan
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New faces and fresh energy at Raglan Community House this August
from Raglan Community House
So
much is happening at the Raglan Community House
– this winter hasn’t really seen a drop off in people coming in for a cuppa and a chat. We have the lovely Jo from Ruapuke who has put her hand up to cook for us for koha kai – she is a chef!!! Lucky us and whoever comes for kai on Tuesdays.
Ciane is our new youth connector – and is very passionate about her role. She took over from the fantastic Amy Hanna, who organised youth week, put one of the rangatahi through a Site safety
course and created a space at the kura for youth to drop in. Ciane has already put four of our rangatahi through a Food Safety and Hygiene certificated course and continues to mentor youth who operate better one on one. She also still volunteers in the op shop and is the best at dressing the mannequins; between her and Judy Free there is a new look for them weekly. Remember, we have those winter warmer jerseys and other items in our op shop for the cooler days, which we are feeling.
Caren (pronounced Kerin)
Campbell has started as operations administrator to fill space when
required – learning Mike and Suz’s jobs as well as how the Board operates. It is a big ask, but we’re sure she’ll hit the floor running, as she has had very similar roles previously.
As always, we couldn’t operate without our volunteers, who are our superpower. We are incredibly grateful to have these amazing people in our community and workspace. They go above and beyond, giving up their time to make sure guests and regulars feel welcome by creating the warmth and atmosphere of anybody’s house.
Gaza documentary back by popular demand
The documentary film, “The Doctor’s Wife” is returning to Whaaingaroa for those of you who missed its first showing. You can see it at the Old School Art Centre on Tuesday 19 August at 7pm.
“This excellent documentary by film director Paula Whetu Jones (Whina, Gang Girls) was made over ten years, filming completed in early 2023, and focuses on New Zealanders, Hazel and Dr Allan Kerr,’ said Gillian Marie for Whaaingaroa Palestine Solidarity who are bringing this film back to Raglan. “The Kerrs made forty medical aid trips
to Palestine after Dr Kerr’s retirement as a cardiologist. This film reflects their work not only with sick patients but with Palestinians as Hazel engages with women and children through art and movement”, she added. It is a very positive and heartfelt film that connects everyday kiwis with Palestinians. We urge everyone to come. A koha will be collected which will be gifted to the Kerr medical charity in Palestine, Palestine Children’s Relief Fund (PCRF NZ).
People in Whaaingaroa are joining the National Mobilisation Against Genocide in Gaza “End the starvation - Sanction Israel”. This will be held
on Saturday 16 August, meeting at the Raglan library at 2pm. “The situation is even more desperate in Gaza with over 44,000 people in the Palestinian Occupied West Bank being dispossessed from their homes and land. We need to put more pressure on our government to sanction Israel for their ethnic cleansing of Palestine.
Bring along any noise makers, pots/ pans and something to bang them with”, said Gillian Marie. “We call on all people to join our rally, and make as much noise as possible. Or join other rallies happening throughout the country.”
SUPPORT OUR SUPPORTERS
and individuals
from Whaingaroa Palestine Solidarity
QUICKFIND Directory:
The businesses and individuals advertising in the Raglan Chronicle are participating not only to promote their businesses, but to show their support for our community paper – so be sure to tell them you saw them in the Raglan Chronicle. Local businesses
what’s on
CROP SWAP. First and third Sundays of the month. 9.30 -10.30am at Bowling Club, James Street. Bring anything from the kitchen or garden to swap –seedlings, plants, produce, preserves, baking. It’s not direct swapping, we share abundance, and everyone gets a bit of everything! All welcome
FRIENDS OF KAITOKE
WALKWAY meet on the 1st and 3rd Saturdays every month at 9am to remove pest plants and restore the native environment. Email Whāingaroaweed busters@gmail.com for the meeting point.
NATIONAL MOBILISATION Against Genocide in Gaza. Saturday 16 August, meet at Raglan library at 2pm. DOCUMENTARY MOVIE RETURN screening of "The Doctor's Wife". Tuesday 19 August at the Old School Art Centre, at 7pm. Free entry, koha for Palestine Children's Relief Fund(NZ).
SILENT VIGIL FOR PALESTINE on Saturday 30 August at 11am.
ST PETERS CHURCH YOUTH GROUP 6pm to 7 30pm, second Sunday of the month. St Peter’s Church Hall, 11 to 14 years oldWhat's happening: games, Bible study, hot chocolate with marshmallows and biscuits.
5 Stewart St, Raglan
WHAT'S ON
CHECK OUR WEBSITE FOR UPDATES FILMMAKERS WORKSHOP – SATURDAY 16
AUGUST Tech: Camera, Lighting and Sound. Get ready for the 2026 Film Festival with this workshop aimed at supporting local filmmakers. 1-3pm. Suitable for ages 8+, $20 unwaged/$30 waged. Includes tea/coffee and home-baking. Book online www.raglanfilmfestival.co.nz/ workshops
WHIMSICAL CREATURES - CLAY
HANDBUILDING FOR ADULTS With Justine Davies – learn the skills of hand-building with clay while making a small animal sculpture or 2. No experience required, suitable for everyone! | Saturdays 23 Aug – 13 Sept | 10am – 12 | $160 RCAC+Clay members $180 RCAC members $200 non-members | membership as applicable, clay and bisque firing included | Bookings essential www.raglanartscentre. co.nz/workshops
JOANA JOY COMEDY SHOW – FRIDAY 5
SEPTEMBER Wellington-based comedian Joana Joy, aka Joana Simmons, aka Banana Jolie, is returning to debut her new comedy show Miss Tui Whanganui 2009. 8pm, doors open 7.30pm. Tickets $20/25/40 from www. events.humanitix.com. Licensed bar and café open.
RAGLAN ARTS WEEKEND OPENING NIGHT
– THURSDAY 23 OCTOBER Official Opening of Raglan Arts Weekend -tickets on sale now. Enjoy a cocktail and beautiful hearty grazingtable style meal with our Raglan Arts Weekend artists. $55, Iso Bistro, 6.30 – 9.30pm, Thursday 23 October. Visit www.raglanartsweekend.nz for more info and to book your tickets.
MOVIES AT THE OLD SCHOOL
THE SALT PATH
(M | 115 mins)
Sat 16 Aug 4.45pm
THE FRIEND
(M | 120 mins) Sat 16 Aug 7.30pm Sat 6 Sept 4.45pm
DESPICABLE ME 4
(PG | 94 mins)
Sun 17 Aug 2pm
THE HOUSE WITHIN
(Exempt | 71 mins)
Sun 17 Aug 4.30pm Sat 6 Sept 7.30pm
DRY, DELIVERED. Phone 021 0771524. Trailer Load Pine $205, Oldman Pine $210,
Public Notices
AGM Raglan
Community Arts Council - 7pm, 23rd September, Old School Arts Centre Inc. Members and community welcome.
Nominations of members for officer holders and committee are now open. Forms available from Arts Centre office.
For info phone Rodger 825 7443
Notice of The Raglan Community House
Charitable Trust 2025 Annual General Meeting
6pm Weds Sept 3rd RCH Basement Meeting Room 45 Bow St Raglan.
DISPLAY ADS FROM $20
ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING of the RAGLAN SURF LIFESAVING CLUB
To be held on 30th AUGUST 2025 AT 2.00 pm At the Raglan Surf Lifesaving Clubhouse ALL WELCOME
Publication Dates
REGULAR EVENTS
Ragtimers Ukulele Group 2nd and every subsequent Wed 4pm
Clay Shed Members’ Night weekly on Wed 5-7pm
Karioi Quilts & Crafts Monthly on 2nd Thurs, 10am
Raglan Art Group Monthly on 1st Fri, 10am
Backgammon Club monthly on last Friday, 5pm Readers Book Club Monthly on last Friday, 10.30am
Contact 825 0023 | www.raglanartscentre.co.nz/
Movie Door sales 30min prior raglanmovies.co.nz
August 2025
Aug 28th - Chronicle, Deadline: Aug 26th
September 2025
Sep 4th - Local Rag, Deadline: Sep 2nd
Sep 11th - Chronicle, Deadline: Sep 9th
Sep 25th - Chronicle, Deadline: Sep 23rd
October 2025
Oct 2nd - Local Rag, Deadline: Sep 30th
Oct 9th - Chronicle, Deadline: Oct 7th
RAGLAN HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY NEXT MEETING
Tuesday 19 August at 1pm in the Church Hall, Stewart Street. Guest speakers – Weedbusters. Floral Art theme –An Arrangement of Succulents. Normal competitions, display table, sales table, Garden Vibes, raffle, tea and biscuits. All welcome.
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.
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
6 Manukau Road, Raglan —
By Negotiation
Harbour & Mt Karioi Views - North Facing Gem! | Set in a beautifully elevated position, this three-bedroom home offers breathtaking views of the harbour and majestic Mt Karioi. Its north-facing aspect ensures the home is bathed in natural light throughout the day. With a seamless indoor/outdoor flow, you’ll love the wrap-around deck, perfect for soaking in the views or entertaining guests. The wood fire and heat pump in the open plan lounge area provide a cosy, welcoming atmosphere, no matter the season. The master offering an unbeatable vista of both the harbour and Mt Karioi. It also features a heat pump for yearround comfort.
Jono Hutson 021 488 766 jonoh@lodge.co.nz
4C Cambrae Road, Raglan —
$1,299,000
Water Access From Your Section | Nestled in an enviable position, this secluded property offers stunning views of Lorenzen Bay and the surrounding landscape. Tucked away down a private lane, it’s a hidden gem that many might never guess is there! Designed for convenience and effortless living, this home strikes the perfect balance between style and functionality. Whether you’re seeking a family home or a lock-and-leave getaway, this is one property you won’t want to miss. For those who love to entertain, the open-plan living area is a dream come true. It flows seamlessly onto a sun-drenched deck, offering uninterrupted views of peaceful Lorenzen Bay - the perfect backdrop for any gathering.
Jono Hutson 021 488 766 jonoh@lodge.co.nz
7B Rose Street, Raglan —
Charming, Convenient And Move-in Ready | Welcome to this lovingly renovated threebedroom home that perfectly balances location, comfort and convenience. This wellpresented home boasts a thoughtful layout. The generous master suite is light and airy, with direct access to the deck, while the second upstairs bedroom enjoys a serene bush backdrop. Enjoy privacy and views of Mt Karioi, from the dining area and deck. Downstairs provides a versatile space perfect for a third bedroom, office, or studio. With a heat pump and HRV system, comfort is guaranteed year-round. Step outside to your private deck and sun-soaked lawn, or explore the possibility of adding a second bathroom, with a hot water connection already in place.
Jono Hutson 021 488 766 jonoh@lodge.co.nz
3257 State Highway 23, Raglan —
4 BED
By Negotiation
Lifestyle Paradise | This impressive 5.2-hectare (more or less) property offers a perfect blend of gentle, mixed contour that enhances both its beauty and functionality. A generous three-bedroom, one-bathroom home is nestled in an elevated, sunny position. The separate self-contained accommodation is close by, yet private from the main dwelling. The land surrounding the home is in a manicured state, consisting of established specimen and fruit trees, with abundant vegetable and flower gardens. The pool is a real feature and the current owners love taking a dip during the hot summer or following a busy day in the garden! Generous shedding (with covered bays) is located behind the house and is currently utilised as an extensive workshop area.
Jono Hutson 021 488 766 jonoh@lodge.co.nz
Hutson RESIDENTIAL & LIFESTYLE SALES jonoh@lodge.co.nz | 021 488 766