Raglan Chronicle

Issue #829

August 22nd, 2024

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ver the past two weeks, Raglan Police have received 43 reports, including: • 14 Family Harm incidents: These ranged from family arguments to physical assaults and breaches of Protection Orders.

• 2 Serious Assaults (non-familyrelated) • 10 Dishonesty offences, including: • 1 Burglary • 1 Case of Fraud (Obtaining by Deception) • 2 Shoplifting incidents • 1 Theft from a vehicle • 1 Theft from a house • 4 Petrol drive-offs • 4 Mental Health incidents • Plus many more...

A drone has been handed into the station as found property.

We have been particularly busy dealing with a couple of sudden deaths recently. In the event of a sudden, unforeseen death, Police are required to attend the scene and conduct investigations on behalf of the Coroner.

These investigations take time, as family members need to be located, informed of the death, and then asked to assist with our inquiries. These situations can be very sad and emotionally taxing for all involved.

Recently, we dealt with the sudden death of a United States national who had been in the country for only three months, travelling around.

There was also the sudden death of a man from Kihikihi who left his clothes on the beach and entered the water.

His body was eventually recovered near Limestone Downs. Although this

was another emotional incident, we are relieved that his body can be returned to his family.

These incidents, along with the daily incoming calls, must take priority over our enquiry files, which is why many of the complaints we receive for investigation can take some time to resolve.

Over the last fortnight, we’ve encountered two cases involving drivers with extremely high alcohol levels. Both drivers were stopped and breath-tested after Police received 111 calls about their dangerous driving. One driver, stopped at 8:30 am, blew over 800 micrograms of alcohol per litre of breath. The second driver blew over 1000. The legal limit is 250 micrograms for adults.

A very serious assault has been reported, involving multiple young victims and offenders. This senseless act of planned violence began with a minor driving incident and escalated, resulting in several young people receiving serious injuries after being viciously assaulted by multiple individuals. Any information about this incident, which began on the one-lane bridge on Friday, 9th August at around 7:30 pm, and continued at Ngarunui Beach lookout where the assault occurred, would be greatly appreciated. Please contact 105 and quote file number 240812/0341.

A reminder that the 105 nonemergency line is for reporting incidents that have already occurred and are nonurgent. Texting us on our work phones does not constitute “making a report.”

You can also make reports online at 105. police.govt.nz. 111 is for emergency calls where Police are required urgently.

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Cultivating community at the Creative Market

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Creative Market coordinator Deb King is set to retire this November after seven years in the role.

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ong time Raglan local Deb King’s name is synonymous with the Raglan Creative Market.

Retiring in November after seven years as the market coordinator, she will be a huge loss to the market.

But she says, “it’s time for someone else with a new vision for the market to take over.”

It will be bittersweet for Deb, who has created a real sense of community amongst the stall holders and market-goers alike.

“I love working with our stallholders.

Around 50 per cent are locals and half of those are regulars to the market. Some have been here since the beginning,” she says.

“It’s important we have good communication and the stallholders feel like they have a say in how we operate. At the end of the day, the market is nothing without the stallholders.”

During her time at the market helm, Deb has experienced the highs and lows of most small enterprises.

One of the highs has been the themed markets. A dog mum herself to beautiful

Belgian Shepherd Willow, Deb loved the Scruffs market.

“It was a spoof on the poncy English dog show, Crufts,” she laughs.

With categories such as best handbag dog (small dogs), love my looooong legs (tall dogs), I'm so good (obedience), mirror image (dog most like its owner), please, please (waggiest tail), Lord/Lady of the land (loudest bark) and coolest dude (calm dog), Deb says it was a very successful and fun market.

On the low side of market life was the COVID pandemic, which closed the markets for a period of time and then affected the way it was able to operate for a while after.

“It was tough during COVID, the mandates impacted our community and the market.”

Another contender for market low points is the weather.

Deb keeps a close eye on the forecast in the lead up to market day.

“We’ve had some really bad summer weather over the last few years, which is our prime market season.”

On the flip side, when the sun is shining and town is pumping, the market really comes into its own.

“The atmosphere is magic; it’s when we have our largest number of stallholders because they know Raglan on a good day is a good day for the market.”

Despite these setbacks, Deb works hard at building relationships; she says it’s key to the smooth-running of the market.

Retirement for Deb means…

Handing over the market to the new coordinator will be like handing over her baby, but Deb is keen to provide support however she can.

“I’m looking forward to seeing what fresh eyes and new energy can bring to the market.”

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Scientist unveils the volcanic history of Karioi K

arioi, cloaked in native forest and rising dramatically along our rugged west coast, is more than just an iconic feature of the Whaingaroa landscape.

While many may not immediately associate Raglan with volcanic activity, Karioi has played a central role in shaping the region’s rich and storied history. For Oliver McLeod, a dedicated geological researcher currently working for the Waikato Regional Council, Karioi is much more than a natural landmark—this ancestral maunga is a window into the past, blending scientific exploration with the deep cultural heritage and mātauranga of the area.

Oliver’s journey into geology began in his childhood, growing up on Kawau Island in the Hauraki Gulf and Auckland, where he could view Rangitoto, Mt Albert, and Orakei Basin. As a young boy, he would climb to the highest points near him to sit and draw maps of the terrain and natural landscape around him.

It was an early hint of the path he would later take, leading him to study geology at Otago University.

A pivotal moment in his career came while spending time with his wife’s family in Mexico, who coincidentally lived on a mountain that happened to be a scoria cone, similar to those found in Auckland. Oliver had a significant dream urging him to return to Aotearoa and research the maunga Pirongia. This dream led him to the University of Waikato. Oliver’s PhD research, supervised by Dr Adrian Pittari—a volcanologist at Waikato, focused on unravelling the volcanic history of Pirongia, one of the North Island’s largest basaltic volcanoes.

During this time, Oliver met Roger Briggs, a long-time faculty member of the University of Waikato Earth Sciences department, who taught Oliver much of what he knows about Pirongia and Karioi. Roger is well known for mentoring generations of students who have gone on to have geological careers. Oliver’s PhD research resulted in the creation of a detailed geological map of Pirongia and the publication of his book, Geology of the Pirongia Volcano. Following this project, his interest naturally shifted to Karioi, Pirongia’s sister maunga.

To uncover the geological secrets beneath Karioi’s surface, Oliver spent many months from 2020 and early 2022 hiking up and around the mountain, equipped with a backpack, his hammer, and GPS. He collected hundreds of rock samples, some of which were sent to Japan for argon dating to determine the ages of Karioi’s oldest and youngest lava flows—a first for this area. Oliver’s colleague Chris Conway at the Geological Survey of Japan, known for his work mapping Mt Ruapehu during his PhD, carried out this testing and also connected Oliver to his mentor Osamu Ishizuka, who would become a co-author of the book about Karioi.

Oliver’s findings reveal a complex history of volcanic activity that lasted around 300,000 years, during which Karioi evolved from explosive ash rings and scoria cones into a large stratovolcano. However, for Oliver, the story of Karioi is not just one of volcanic activity—it is also a story of whakapapa and the deep connection between the land and the people who have lived beside it for generations.

"Studying Karioi as pure science leaves many missing pieces," he reflects. "The full story of Karioi is a story of whakapapa, extending from the deep geological past to the present day and into the future."

His work led him to engage deeply with the local community, learning from those who have lived in the shadow of Karioi for generations.

As Oliver’s research progressed, it became clear that the geological map he was creating would also tell the story of the people who have called Karioi home. Kaumātua shared place names preserved in oral history for centuries.

Intertwining geological and cultural landscapes, these names are now included in the geological map. The map highlights several ancient pā sites, showing how the geology of the land influenced where people lived, gardened, and defended themselves. It’s a powerful reminder that the history of a place is not just written in the rocks but also in the lives of those who have lived there.

Oliver McLeod’s work on Mt Karioi is a remarkable fusion of science and storytelling, capturing the essence of a landscape that has shaped, and been shaped by, the people who live on it. As Raglan’s famous surf breaks

continue to be sculpted by ancient lava flows, Oliver’s map and accompanying research provide a valuable resource for understanding the dynamic forces that have shaped this unique corner of Aotearoa. More importantly, his work reminds us of the deep connections between people and the land, and the stories that bind them together.

The results of Oliver’s meticulous research have culminated in a detailed geological map of Karioi and the surrounding landscape.

Alongside the map, which is presented on an intricately detailed base map created with newly released LiDAR technology, Oliver has published his findings in a new book titled Geology of Karioi Volcano, Aotearoa New Zealand.

To celebrate the culmination of this significant work, Oliver has partnered with Raglan Naturally for the official book launch. As well as sharing some of his research findings, Oliver will be joined by a panel of local kaumātua with whom he collaborated closely throughout the project. After the sharing of kai, an exhibition of Oliver’s research will be opened at the Raglan Old School Arts Centre (running from 7th-14th September).

Oliver’s book will also be available for purchase at the launch, as well as high-quality

printed versions of the geological maps of both Karioi and Pirongia. Framed, they are a work of art to treasure and enjoy.

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Beloved stallholder Local team wins August hangs up her needles Open Bowls tournament

by Janine Jackson

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aglan Creative Market longterm stallholder, who set up shop in the Easter of 2014, Colleen Moore celebrates her last market in September.

It's rare for her to miss a monthly market, but after close to 150 markets, Colleen is looking forward to retirement.

"I want to retire before I have to. I am finding the market very tiring. However, I am going to miss the wonderful friends I

have made among the stallholders and my loyal customers.

“In the future, I will continue knitting and weaving on a smaller scale, making projects I have been thinking about for years. I still have a stash of wool to get through," she says.

Pop in and say farewell, and while you're there nab yourself one of her stunning knitted creations.

Creative Market at the Raglan Old School Arts Centre, 5 Stewart St, Sunday 8 September from 10am-2pm.

Documentary film showing in Whaingaroa O

n Wednesday night, 28 August, Raglan residents will be able to see the film “Where Olive Trees Weep” at the Raglan Old School Arts centre.

Released prior to 7 October 2023, it documents Palestinian people's resilience and struggles under Israeli occupation.

Providing context for Palestinian resistance, it deals with ancestral land confiscation, expulsions, imprisonment, home demolitions, water deprivation , denial of human rights and trauma. It demonstrates the resilience of Palestinians who have, like

their olive trees on which their culture is based, deep roots in their land.

The film, directed by Zaya Benazzo and Maurizio Benazzo, explores themes of loss, trauma, and the quest for justice. We follow, among others, Palestinian journalist and therapist Ashira Darwish, grassroots activist Ahed Tamimi, and Israeli journalist Amira Hass. We witness Dr. Gabor Maté offering trauma-healing work for a group of women who have been tortured in Israeli prisons.

August tournament winning team from Raglan: Eileen Stephens skip, Les Schlager lead and John Robertson

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aglan Bowling club wrapped up their winter programme with their final winter triples tournament on Saturday August 10. The club hosts four open tournaments over the winter season.

All were favoured with beautiful fine weather and August was no exception. All tournaments attracted capacity 16 team fields from throughout the Waikato and beyond, with games played on the club's artificial Astro green. The club is fortunate to have generous local sponsors for all these events.

The May tournament sponsored by Graham Rope from Bayleys Raglan was won by a Taupiri team skipped by Neil Rollo.

The June and July tournaments sponsored by Solution Design Consultants Ltd were won by the Michelle Taipara skipped team from Te Kuiti, and Colin Bouzaid's team of Ross Turner and Peter Puschmann from Raglan respectively.

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Maintenance and was convincingly won by Eileen Stephens team of Les Schlager and John Robertson with 4 wins. The August event featured two Taranaki teams from Lepperton and Okato who came to experience Raglan's renowned hospitality.

Looking forward, the club's summer opening day is on Saturday September 7th at 9.30am with any new or prospective members very welcome. Other events on the horizon are year 11 student coaching at 3.30 pm every Wednesday, our Bowls fun day on Sunday October 13th for newbies to have a go, and the popular Twilight bowls starts on Tuesday November 5.

The club also has rollups every Wednesday and Saturday at 1pm which new bowlers and visitors are most welcome to take part in.

If you are new to the area or would like to be part of our club we have loan bowls and coaching available.

To find out more phone Alan 021 456751 or Kathryn 021 1799865 or just call in on our club days.

e Mata Tennis Club extends its heartfelt thanks to Rabobank for selecting them as the winners of the 2024 Good Deeds Competition. We also express our gratitude to the Raglan Community Board for their belief in and support for this project.

If you’d like to learn more about Te Mata Tennis Club, meet the new committee, or support our sponsorship drive, please reach out:

The new committee is now focused on extending sponsorship and fundraising efforts to upgrade our tennis courts and facilities, including resurfacing the courts.

Keep an eye out for more in-depth coverage of the club, including its history and plans for the upgrade, in the September issue of The Local Rag, out on the 5th of September.

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Spotlight on Hato Hone St John Raglan: lifesaving services for our community FROM THE RAGLAN ST JOHN AREA COMMITTEE: A donation to the Hato Hone St John Raglan Area Committee helps support your local ambulance service and community programmes.

You can make a donation through your bank to: Raglan St John Area Committee Account Number: 12-3244-0016264-00 Reference: Your Name, 1180, Donation Your contribution is greatly appreciated and will directly benefit the health and well-being of our community. Thank you for your support!

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ato Hone St John Raglan is more than an ambulance service; it’s a cornerstone of our community’s health and safety, working tirelessly to ensure we are prepared and protected in times of need.

Hato Hone St John Raglan plays a vital role in providing essential emergency medical services and promoting health and well-being education in our community. As a charitable organisation, Hato Hone St John Raglan relies on the dedication of its volunteers and the support of local fundraising, with 80% of its funding coming from the government and 20% from community contributions. The Hato Hone Raglan Area Committee is made up of dedicated volunteers working hard to ensure these services continue to thrive.

Raglan’s Lifesaving Ambulance Service The Hato Hone Raglan St John ambulance service operates from 8 am to 8 pm, seven days a week. Each 12-hour shift is manned by a team of two: one paramedic and one Emergency Medical Technician (EMT). The team is made up of three part-time paramedics and three EMTs. When Raglan’s ambulance service is off-duty, emergency support is directed to the PRIME (Primary Response in Medical Emergencies) service. PRIME practitioners are on call 24/7, ready to respond to critical situations in the Raglan area. This service is currently managed through West Coast Health Charitable Trust. The service is activated when someone calls 111 and St John staff feel the situation is life-threatening and needs an immediate response.

Raglan Medical manages these calls during normal working hours and a team of specially trained clinicians go on call to respond outside of normal hours.

When to Call 111 In any medical emergency, calling 111 and asking for an "ambulance" is crucial.

Situations that warrant this include chest pain, difficulty breathing, choking, sudden weakness or speech difficulty (potential stroke), fainting, severe pain, or uncontrolled bleeding.

If you’re not sure whether the situation is an emergency, you can phone Healthline on 0800 611 116, where registered nurses will advise you on the assistance you should seek – including whether you need an ambulance or should visit your GP. For non-emergencies, you can also use the 105 non-emergency reporting line or visit your GP or after-hours clinic.

Building Community Resilience A Key Focus Hato Hone St John Raglan Area Committee is also committed to building medical resilience in our community ( that is community members feel confident with the

knowledge and skills required to deal with medical emergencies effectively). This has been a key focus over the past year with the active delivery of 3 Steps for Life training; supporting groups and isolated rural areas with the resourcing of AED; and co-ordinating and funding a Mental Health First Aid course.

Raglan’s Three Steps for Life programme is coordinated by two very skilled trainers, who deliver vital training in CPR, AED (Automated External Defibrillator) use, and basic first aid tips. This training is available to local community groups and schools, helping to bolster our community’s readiness in emergencies. The Raglan Area Committee has also invested in advanced manikins for the CPR training, which allows for the sharing of real-time feedback through an app to improve participants' skills in developing an effective CPR technique.

What Does Three Steps for Life Training Involve?

The 3 Steps for Life training is designed to empower individuals with the confidence and skills needed to identify and act swiftly in a cardiac emergency. The programme covers: 1.Calling 111: Understanding the importance of immediate action and how to effectively communicate with emergency services.

2. Performing CPR: Hands-on practice in performing Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) to maintain vital blood flow to the heart and brain during a cardiac arrest. Participants learn the correct technique and rhythm to ensure effectiveness.

3. Using an AED: Step-by-step guidance on how to use an Automated External Defibrillator (AED). The training demystifies the device, showing participants how to follow the prompts provided by the AED to deliver a life-saving shock when needed.

4. First Aid Kit Tips: Participants are also given guidance on what essential items should be kept in a first aid kit to be prepared for any situation. Participants are encouraged to bring along their first aid kits or purchase or order one on the day.

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5. Education around useful emergency apps to have at your fingertips on your phone: AED locations and GoodSAM Responder.

AED Locations helps you find the nearest defibrillator to your location anywhere in New Zealand.

The GoodSAM (Good Samaritan) app connects trained CPR responders with those in need during a cardiac arrest, ensuring that help arrives as quickly as possible. The app will alert any GoodSAM near to the location when a 111 cardiac arrest emergency is recieved.

This helps to get skilled people to the medical emergency as quickly as possible and helps to build medical emergency resilience in isolated rural communities where emergency medical services can be stretched.

When you feel competent with delivering effective CPR you can register to become a GoodSAM. You can do this by downloading the app to your phone and entering your details.

Guidance with this is given during 3 Steps for Life Training sessions. This app is critical in the delivery of effective CPR due to the physical effort required to perform CPR for sustained periods.

Supporting Mental Health in Raglan In addition to physical health, the Raglan Area Committee has also been proactive in supporting mental health within the community. In March, the Area Committee hosted and funded a Mental Health First Aid course at the Sunset Hotel, for 20 community members. This full-day course provided participants with the skills and knowledge to recognise and respond to someone experiencing mental health concerns.

The course included in-depth discussions, lessons, and scenario-based activities, equipping attendees with: -Tools to Build Mental Fitness -Skills to Recognise Mental Distress -Confidence to Provide Initial Help Supporting Rural Areas with AEDs The Raglan Area Committee has been proactive in strategically identifying locations across our community that did not have an easily accessible AED to support during medical emergencies. The local town area is well-resourced with a large number of AED, however more isolated rural areas were identified as particularly vulnerable. Recent installations include Te Papatapu Marae, 803 Ruapuke Road, and Ruapuke Motor Camp, with plans to add more at Greenslade Rd and Motakotako Marae. Funding for these AED has come from the Hato Hone St John Area Committee Raglan (3 units) and the Raglan Community Charitable Trust (2 units). All St John funded and installed AED within our community are serviced and checked regularly. Our Three Steps trainers have good knowledge about the best AED models to purchase, ordering backup pads and batteries and are happy to offer guidance.

AED Maintenance and Readiness Best practice recommends that Defibrillator maintenance is carried out monthly by visually checking for the green light which indicates the AED is ready to be used. If the light is red and the AED is beeping at 30 sec intervals, then the AED needs some attention.

After every use, it is essential to replace the AED pads and check the battery. Typically, AED pads last about two years, while batteries have a lifespan of 4-5 years.

AEDs sourced with the support of the Raglan Area Committee are standardised models, ensuring that replacement pads can be quickly obtained from the local station after an emergency, so the AED is ready for the next use without delay.

If your group or organisation is considering purchasing an AED our team is happy to share guidance around recommended models and general education.

Early CPR and application of an AED are crucial to survival when someone goes into cardiac arrest. Currently, 76% of cardiac arrests happen out of hospitals have bystanders who perform CPR, and we want to equip everyone with what they need to know to help.

Do you know how to perform CPR and use an AED? Get a group together and learn the Three Steps for Life.

You can make contact with our training team by emailing raglanareacommittee@stjohn.org.nz Supporting Hato Hone St John Raglan Fundraising is vital to keeping Hato Hone St John Raglan equipped and able to support the community. The local Farmer Calf Raising Scheme has recently been revived postCOVID, and makes up a significant source of funding. The Raglan Area Committee is very grateful to the local farmers who are supporting the community by participating in this scheme. If you are willing and able to join this scheme please make contact via email: raglanareacommittee@stjohn.org.nz Families supporting this scheme receive free St John Emergency Ambulance membership.

Cash Donations are another key factor in our fundraising, if you wish to support Hato Hone St John Raglan in this way, you can do so by donating directly to our Area Committee Bank account, thus ensuring that the money received will get spent back within our community.

You can request a receipt by contacting via email: raglanareacommittee@stjohn.org.nz

PROMOTION Go in the draw to win a large St John Ambulance First Aid kit by visiting our Hato Hone St John Raglan facebook page.

Follow our page and comment on our promotion the number of AED Raglan Area from Whale Bay to Te Uku. Tip; you will have to first download the AED locator app to your phone to discover the number. Every correct answer will go into a hat to be drawn at our next Area Committee Meeting on the 18th of September.

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Pay off your mortgage quicker as interest rates go down

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Financial advice and mortgage management tips with local mortgage advisors, Loan Market - award winning mortgage advisors This was quite the U-turn, as back in May the RBNZ was debating whether to increase the OCR and stated that they intended to keep the OCR at 5.50% until August 2025 (no one believed that). Now the RBNZ is saying that they’re intending to make at least 1 more cut this year but likely 2 more cuts.

Mortgage interest rates are starting to come down. As mentioned in our last column, understanding the best fixed rate option for you is very important at this point. Banks are making their biggest rate cuts on the longer term fixed rates, but make sure you look closely at the numbers before committing to a long term fixed rate in this environment.

As rates come down, anyone with a mortgage has an opportunity to pay down their mortgage at a faster pace.

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n our last column we discussed the downward pressure on interest rates. Last Wednesday

the Reserve Bank of NZ (RBNZ) cut the Official Cash Rate (OCR) for the first time in over 4 years taking it from 5.50% down to 5.25%.

If you’ve already moved off one of the historically low mortgage rates in the 2’s and 3’s and onto a rate in the 7’s or high 6’s, as you move off these higher rates and into a new slightly lower rate, if you keep your payments at the same higher level as when the rate was higher you can make a good dent in your mortgage balance. Of course for many people, the relief of lower rates and repayments will be very welcome, but if you’ve comfortably been able to manage payments at the higher rates, keeping your payments at their current level when your rate drops will pay off.

Let’s look at a $500,000 mortgage that’s been on 7.25% and is now going onto a new rate of 6.85% and is being repaid over a 30 year period. The payment at 7.25% is $786/week.

The new minimum payment at 6.85% would be $755/week.

That’s a difference of $31/week. If you went onto the new minimum payment, that $31/week payment reduction could

Mortgage advisor Brett Wood.

Contact Brett on 021 886 444 brett.wood@loanmarket.co.nz

Mortgage advisor Brendan Brits.

Contact 021 913 302 brendan.brits@loanmarket.co.nz be swallowed up pretty quickly by one visit to the bakery with the kids, amongst countless other things!

If you kept the payment at the $786/week that you had been paying, that would get you onto the trajectory of repaying in 27 years as opposed to 30, shaving 3 years off your repayment period. That would also see you on course to save $93,440 in interest costs over the life of the mortgage. All for a measly $31/week!

As the rates continue to fall, the repayment time, and interest cost savings would get better and better if your payments were kept at the original level.

Let’s go Raglan – take advantage of the falling rates to get your debt repaid quickly and get on track to a secure financial future.

Update from the Raglan Football Club Celebrating In collaboration with Xtreme Zero Waste. Photo Credit: Amy Hanna

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ou may have seen some of the new Raglan Football Club merchandise coming through the teams, coaches, and club committee. We have been wanting to provide hoodies for our club for many years, yet we have also wanted to support the Zero Waste vision of this beautiful community.

Supporting self expression and unique style is important and can still be done in creative ways with reusable materials like badges and patches.

We love that so many of our club players are keen to support zero waste and keep these brilliant hoodies going strong for many years to come.

Our local club has decided to change the ability to add personalisation to our RFC youth hoodies through the club shop website.

By avoiding individual customisation, these hoodies can be more easily reused or passed on to other members (or fans) helping to minimise waste and promote a more sustainable and long-term approach to club merchandise.

This decision aligns with our commitment to integrating environmentally-friendly practices throughout our club here in Raglan, which we hope sets an example for other clubs to prioritise eco-conscious initiatives.

Customised clothing contributes a large portion of textile items ending up in landfill. This is because there is little demand or interest to reuse and find a new home for items that are obviously customised. A large amount of water, energy, and labour is required for creating textiles. There are also very limited options for effectively recycling textiles in Aotearoa New Zealand, so reusing is always the best choice.

'Sewtember' at Raglan Museum

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his Sewtember, Raglan Museum / Te Whare Taonga o Whaingaroa invites you to step back in time with our special Pop-Up Display!

Come explore a fascinating collection of old irons and sewing machines, carefully curated to showcase the evolution of these essential household items.

Nestled in the Atrium, amongst the Whaingaroa Tiaki Taiao / Save the Planet Exhibition, this display offers a glimpse into a bygone era. From irons heated on coal range stoves to those filled with hot coals, to the very first electric irons—each piece tells a story of innovation and daily life. The exhibit also features classic Singer sewing machines and even miniature versions that, while small, were used for actual sewing tasks.

Join us in celebrating the craftsmanship and history of these remarkable tools. Whether you're a history buff, a sewing enthusiast, or just curious about the past, there's something here for everyone.

Don't miss out on this unique Sewtember showcase at Raglan Museum.

Visit us today and take a journey through time.

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Player spotlight: Keith Bird from Tessa Skerman

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e catch up with Raglan Junior Rugby 11th grade's Keith Bird Name: Keith Bird Play for: 11th Grade Green - Raglan junior rugby club.

What position do you like to play?

My favourite position to play is centre or wing....

What do you enjoy about rugby?

I really enjoy running around with my teammates and keeping fit, my favourite thing is tackling one on one.

What do you find challenging?

Sometimes I find it challenging knowing all the rules to the game, and to not get frustrated when things aren't going our way.

How is the season going for you?

Awesome, I think our team has really improved alot from the start of the season, I'm really stoked to have also been given the opportunity to play for a under 45kg Waikato team (Southern Bears) What is your goal for your rugby experience?

My goal for rugby currently is to just have fun and enjoy the game and myself.

What support would you like to thank?

I would like to say a massive thank you to the parents and whanau that come and support us play on game days, our sponsor Reno Guys for their koha, thanks to my

coaches Matt, Hamish - to all the coaches and managers. And of course my no1 supporter "Dad".

Without the support from the whaingaroa Community we wouldn't have such an awesome club like Raglan Junior Rugby Club.

Thank you all so much Nga mihi nui ki a koe

Raglan Junior Rugby Club Results - 17th August 2024 6th Grade Vs Suburbs 6 Black

TOD: Levi Goodwin

Draw 65-65

OPPD: George Jackson

POD: Skye Prior

10th Grade vs Te Kowhai

ROD: Moby Carter and Van Mathers

LOSS: 5-55

OPOD: Lachie van den Bemd

POD: William Glenn

7th Grade vs Frankton

TOD: Taylor Francis

WIN : 55-45

OPOD: Louenn Arnaud

POD: George O' NeillROD: Dechlan Tovey

11th Grade Black vs Marist

OPOD: George O' Neill

WIN: 65 - 10

8th Grade vs HOB Gold

POD: Tuhotu Wharekawa

Draw 45 - 45

TOD: Henry Fagan

POD: Walker Walllace

OPOD: Henry Fagan

TOD: Jax Whiting

11th Grade Green vs HOB red

OPOD: McKenzie Shaw

Loss: 30 - 15

9th Grade vs Fraser

POD: Tyler Welch-Owens

Loss 75-20

TOD: Koby Maihi

POD: Emry Trail

OPOD: Ridge Skerman

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Open Home

Boundary indication only

Concept house (artist impression)

FOR SALE

450sqm

104 Omahina Street, Raglan This section must sell - make an offer! This gently elevated section of 450sqm (approx) is situated in a pretty lane close to the water and offers a great building site with great mountain views. Come walk around and feel the tranquility.

FOR SALE

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Melanie Carroll 021 760 468 melanie.carroll@raywhite.com

View by appointment

• Stunning north facing location • Impressive picturesque water and bush views • Positioned well, brand new, high spec kitchen • Three large double bedrooms upstairs and a fourth downstairs • Private sun drenched decking

For Sale $1.69m REDUCED

Julie Hanna 027 441 8964 julie.hanna@raywhite.com

View Saturday 24 August & Sunday 25 August, 12.00 - 12.45pm

Melanie Carroll 021 760 468 melanie.carroll@raywhite.com

rwraglan.co.nz/RAG30362

rwraglan.co.nz/RAG30348

Rosetown Realty Ltd Licensed (REAA 2008)

Rosetown Realty Ltd Licensed (REAA 2008)

New Listing

AUCTION

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834sqm

52 Main Road, Raglan What a find - two homes on one title!

Sitting on 834sqm (approx) of freehold land, explore options to cash in on this smart investment. For families who require a dual living arrangement it’s ideal. Whether it’s elderly parents you’d like to keep a watchful eye on or older children who desire independence while living close to home. For investors there’s the option of a dual income or live in one and rent the other. Home number one has four bedrooms and one bathroom. Home number two has two bedrooms and one bathroom. This great find is ideal for skilled DIYers, renovators or light developers. Only minutes from town and beaches. rwraglan.co.nz/RAG30482 Rosetown Realty Ltd Licensed (REAA 2008)

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Auction Saturday 14 September at 3.00pm at Ray White Raglan office, 21 Bow Street

Blair Hanna 021 0200 8282 blair.hanna@raywhite.com

View by appointment or advertised open homes

Yana Pemberton 021 183 0479 yana.pemberton@raywhite.com

Open Home

Open Homes this weekend with Ray White Raglan

FOR SALE

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5 Tunarau Street, Raglan This stunning Sentinel built home has four bedrooms plus an extra office space. Built over two levels with all the features you’d expect from a high calibre home. Polished concrete floors, top quality kitchen, two lounges, north facing deck, master has walk-in wardrobe and a fabulous tiled ensuite. Position yourself in Rangitahi - a world of its own.

For Sale $1.75m

Julie Hanna 027 441 8964 julie.hanna@raywhite.com

View Saturday 24 August, 2.00 - 2.45pm

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5B Sunshine Rise, Raglan..................................................................... $1.69m 102B Greenslade Road, Raglan.........................................By Negotiation 30 Bridle Creek Road, Raglan ............................................By Negotiation 41A Norrie Avenue, Raglan .................................................................$1.07m 3/25 Rangitahi Road, Raglan ....................................................... $900,000 5 Tunarau Street, Raglan ......................................................................$1.75m

Sunday 25 August 11.00-11.45am 11.00-11.45am 11.00-11.45am 12.00-12.45pm

rwraglan.co.nz/RAG30478 Rosetown Realty Ltd Licensed (REAA 2008)

Open Home

16 Calvert Road, Raglan .......................................................By Negotiation 41 Bay View Road, Raglan ................................................................... $2.07m 5 Robertson Street, Raglan .................................................By Negotiation 5B Sunshine Rise, Raglan..................................................................... $1.69m

Open Home

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41A Norrie Avenue, Raglan Outwardly simple and designed to capture the light, sunshine, water and mountain views. Offering two downstairs double bedrooms complete with wardrobes. Open plan living leads to a north facing deck complete with retractable awing and harbour views making entertaining and relaxing comfortable. Modern and very classy.

Saturday 24 August

FOR SALE

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Julie Hanna 027 441 8964 julie.hanna@raywhite.com

View Saturday 24 August, 1.00 - 1.45pm

If you’re seeking a stress-free lifestyle with a new and modern vibe, make this luxury apartment yours. Two double bedrooms and a bathroom downstairs. Upstairs open-plan living and dining areas enjoy easy flow for entertainment.

A well-positioned kitchen captures glimpses of the inner harbour and estuary reminding you that you live at the beach.

rwraglan.co.nz/RAG30205

rwraglan.co.nz/RAG30414

Rosetown Realty Ltd Licensed (REAA 2008)

Rosetown Realty Ltd Licensed (REAA 2008)

For Sale $900,000 REDUCED

Julie Hanna 027 441 8964 julie.hanna@raywhite.com

View Saturday 24 August, 2.00 - 2.45pm

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14 Robertson Street, Raglan Price Deadline Sale (Unless sold prior) 28th August - 4pm

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Elevated Luxury - Flax Cove Thoughtfully designed over three levels, with an elevator to ensure future-proof living, this home exemplifies both convenience and style. This luxurious and immaculate 234sqm home features quality appliances, generous garaging, all on a fully fenced 730sqm freehold site.

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199A Pond Road, Te Mata Price Deadline Sale (Unless Sold Prior) - 20th August - 4pm

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Te Mata Lifestyle Starter Tucked away in a private setting, this hidden gem offers the perfect retreat for those seeking a sustainable life. All the hard work has been done! Situated on a manageable 1639sqm flat site with peaceful country views, this property is ideal for those wanting to transition from town to rural living.

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5 Maataitai Road, Raglan Price By Negotiation

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Inner Harbour, North Facing Views This harmonious floor plan features three generous sized bedrooms. The master bedroom boasts a luxurious ensuite and a walk-in wardrobe, complemented by heat pump/air conditioning for year-round comfort. Step out onto the northfacing deck to savour the tranquil inner harbour views.

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Coming Soon - One bedroom, one bathroom home with a double garage, on a 888sqm freehold site. A secluded and elevated location close to town.

Let’s plan your Spring campaign NOW! Jono Hutson

Residential & Lifestyle Sales jonoh@lodge.co.nz 021 488 766

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RURAL RURAL LIFESTYLE RESIDENTIAL RURAL ||| LIFESTYLE LIFESTYLE ||| RESIDENTIAL RESIDENTIAL

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

104 RAGLAN 104 Te Te Papatapu Papatapu Road Road RAGLAN 104 Te Te Papatapu Papatapu Road Road RAGLAN 104

Work From Home Work Work From From Home Home

This modern modern three-bedroom, three-bedroom, two-bathroom two-bathroom home home is is perfect perfect This This modern two-bathroom home is This modernitthree-bedroom, three-bedroom, two-bathroom home is perfect perfect for boasts both style and comfort in its design. for aaa family, family, it boasts both style and comfort in its design. for family, it boasts both style and comfort in its design. for a family, it boasts both style and comfort in its design.

The land land is is perfect perfect for for lifestyle lifestyle living living at at just just under under 7,500m² 7,500m² The The land The land is is perfect perfect for for lifestyle lifestyle living living at at just just under under 7,500m² 7,500m² and and currently currently fenced fenced into into three three paddocks. paddocks. The The surrounding surrounding and currently fenced into three paddocks.

The surrounding and currently fenced into three paddocks.

The surrounding area is is all all farmland, farmland, offering offering views views and and privacy. privacy. The The large large area area is views and area is all all farmland, farmland, offering offering viewsfor and privacy. privacy. The The large large shed shed is is aaa great great asset asset and and is is set set up up for for almost almost any any commercial commercial shed is great asset and is set up almost any commercial shed is a great asset and is set up for almost any commercial food business business with with aa compliant compliant commercial commercial kitchen. kitchen. food food food business business with with aa compliant compliant commercial commercial kitchen. kitchen.

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697 RAGLAN 697 Maungatawhiri Maungatawhiri Road Road RAGLAN 697 Maungatawhiri Maungatawhiri Road Road RAGLAN 697

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$1.19M GST Inclusive GST Inclusive GST GST Inclusive Inclusive

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77 77 Wallis Wallis Street Street RAGLAN RAGLAN 77 Wallis Wallis Street Street RAGLAN 77

Best Views in Raglan Best Best Views Views in in Raglan Raglan

This three-bedroom three-bedroom home home offers offers an an incredible incredible opportunity opportunity This This three-bedroom home offers an incredible opportunity This three-bedroom home all offers anTwo incredible opportunity to enjoy aa holiday lifestyle year. bathrooms, one to enjoy holiday lifestyle all year.

Two bathrooms, to enjoy enjoy aa holiday holiday lifestyle lifestyle all all year. year. Two Two bathrooms, bathrooms, one one to one upstairs and and one one downstairs downstairs offer offer convenience convenience and and comfort. comfort. upstairs upstairs and downstairs offer convenience and upstairs and one onearea downstairs offer convenience and comfort. comfort.

The downstairs is set up as a studio unit, complete with The The downstairs downstairs area area is is set set up up as as aaa studio studio unit, unit, complete complete with with The downstairs area is set up as studio unit, complete with lounge, kitchenette, and a bedroom. bedroom. aaa lounge, kitchenette, and a lounge, kitchenette, and bedroom. aThe lounge, kitchenette, and aa spans bedroom. partially fenced section 794m² and has stunning The The partially partially fenced fenced section section spans spans 794m² 794m² and and has has stunning stunning The partially fenced section spans 794m² and has stunning water views as as well as as private access to the the wharf. water views well private access to wharf. water views as well as private access to the wharf. water views as well as private access to the wharf.

$1.45M $1.45M $1.45M

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12B 12B Bush Bush View View Drive Drive WAITETUNA WAITETUNA 12B Bush Bush View View Drive Drive WAITETUNA 12B

Solitude, Serenity and Space Solitude, Solitude, Serenity Serenity and and Space Space

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The 302m² 302m²a modern, modern, 3km community.

The 3km from the Waitetuna community.

The 302m² modern, 3km from the Waitetuna community.

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The internal access doublewindows garage and The The internal internal access access double double garage garage and and lockable lockable barn barn with with The internal access double garage and lockable barn with power allow allow for for hobbies, hobbies, car car collecting collecting or or aa workshop workshop area. area. power power power allow allow for for hobbies, hobbies, car car collecting collecting or or aa workshop workshop area. area.

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34 Manukau Manukau Road Road 34 RAGLAN RAGLAN 34 Manukau Manukau Road Road RAGLAN 34

$375,000 $375,000 $375,000 $375,000 GST Inclusive Inclusive GST

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The section has connections to town water, costs down!

The section has connections to town water, town sewage sewage and and fast fast fibre. fibre. town town sewage and fast fibre. town sewage and fast fibre.

Geotech report is available, call Richard Thomson today.

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RAGLAN Bare Land for Sale •

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Five sections, 9A, 9B, 9C, 61 and 93 Pond Road, 6,000 - 8,000m², asking $600k 3956A State Highway 23, 8,002m², asking $750K 337 Te Papatapu Road, 8,000m2, price by negotiation 375 Okete Road, 8,000m2, price by negotiation 565 Okete Road, 8,004m², asking $850K 3578B State Highway 23, 8,021m², asking $490K 1517 Whaanga Road, 8,025m², asking $690K Two sections, 201 Checkley Road, 8,000m² and 1.6ha, asking $750k 1597 Whaanga Road, 1.1007ha, asking $690K 116 Maungatawhiri Road, 1.3164ha, asking $799K 154 Hills Road, 10.825ha, asking $1.65M 646 Te Mata Road, 15.0492ha, asking $1.2M

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

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RAGLAN AUTOGATES Phone Rob Short QUICKFIND Directory: your local trades guide 0274 846 124 825 0246 newleaftreeservices.co.nz matt@newleaftreeservices.co.nz

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The Gate • POOL FENCES and Fence Co. Ltd • AUTOMATICGATES Locally owned • and SECURITY FENCE operated.

Made to order • gates BALUSTRADES

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Kumho/Hankook/Cooper & other tyres BOC gas ENGINEERING

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FENCING Wood Steel and Aluminium fencing Retaining | Automation

Phone Rob Short Ryco Hydraulics/Fittings 0274 846 124 or A/H 825 0246

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Contact Peter on 825-8486 or see him 8am-5pm at 2 Park Drive, Raglan E:raglanengineering@xtra.co.nz

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Contact Peter on 825-8486 or see him 8am-5pm at Need Electrician?

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RECYCLING/MINISKIPS PROPERTY recycling/miniskips MAINTENANCE

Monday - Friday Recycling, landfill and RATES ON HOURS: NATE’S ALL HOME 12.30pm – 5.00pm greenMAINTENANCE waste drop off. & REPAIRS, Weekdays:INCLUDING: 12:30 - 5pm Saturday & Sunday SkipAluminium bins for hire windows,Weekends: - 5pm doors &10am hardware 10.00am – 5.00pm Decks and alterations Kāhu's NestGlass reuse •shop CONNECT: No drop offs after Wood & metal yard (07) 825 6509 027 767 5379 4.30pm please Compost & mulch sales. @xtremezerowaste

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SUPPORTERS!

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NATE’S RATES ON ALL HOME MAINTENANCE & REPAIRS, INCLUDING: Aluminium windows, doors & hardware Specialising New Builds, Boutique Rentalin Managers • Decks and alterations NewGlass to Raglan Maintenance and Drainlaying.

Tracie Heasman - Director Nick Heasman 027 Phone: 021 058767 2140 5379 m.

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Builders Mix • Cement • Firewood HOURS Drainage Metals • PVC Pipe • Novaflo Monday - Friday 12.30pm – 5.00pm Pea Metal • Sand • Pavers • Compost Saturday & Sunday Fertiliser store • Pea Straw • Hay Bales For all your scaffolding 10.00am – 5.00pm Barks • Mulch • Chook Chow requirements TOPSOIL • RAILWAY SLEEPERS OPEN 7 DAYS No drop offs after Plant Nursery • Truck Deliveries 4.30pm please Free Customer Loan Trailers Ph: 0800 655 655 or email: admin@raglanscaffolding.co.nz.

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The businesses and individuals advertising in the Raglan Chronicl 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.

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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 are the foundation of our community and they make it possible for us to bring the Raglan Chronicle to you.

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what’s on FRIENDS OF K A I T O K E 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.

“WHERE OLIVE TREES WEEP” Wednesday, 28 August, 7pm at the Raglan Old School Arts centre.

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 BOOK LAUNCH: GEOLOGY OF KARIOI VOLCANO & EXHIBITION O P E N I N G .

Saturday, 7th September 11am Stewart St Hall and Raglan Old Arts Centre

5 Stewart St, Raglan

WHAT'S ON

CHECK OUR WEBSITE FOR UPDATES MONSTER GARAGE SALE – CALL FOR DONATIONS Save the date – our annual garage sale fundraiser will take place Sunday 29 Sept 10-2! In the meantime, please reserve your quality donations for drop off 10-1 Wed 25 Sept – Sat 28 Sept. Books, art, household items, clothes, sporting equipment, plants, baking - please no CD/DVDs, electrical items or large household furniture. Thanks for your support!

WHAINGAROA RAGLAN WRITERS WORLD PROGRAM – AUGUST GALLERY BOOK SHOP – TILL 23 AUGUST Our pop-up bookstore featuring books from many of our local authors will be open from 10am to 2pm. Incorporating a display of entries to the poetry competition.

OLD SCHOOL READERS CLUB – FRIDAY 23 AUGUST Open to anyone who wants to share the joy of reading with others. 10.30am – 12.30pm, koha entry.

POETRY SLAM – FRIDAY 23 AUGUST National Poetry Day Poetry Slam – bring along a poem or two and have some fun! Poems limited to 2 mins in length. 7pm, the Wharf Kitchen and Bar, 43 Rose Street – food and drinks available at the venue.

WRITING CRITIQUE GROUP – TUESDAY 27 AUGUST A supportive writing critique group with Ann Neville, to learn from each other and develop skills. 7pm, koha entry.

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FIREWOOD DRY, DELIVERED. Phone 021 0771524. Trailer Load Pine $205, Oldman Pine $210, Gum - $215

Houses Wanted for removal

Service Offered

Great prices offered

Call today: 07 847 1760

Public Notices R A G L A N VOLUNTEER FIRE BRIGADE 2024 AGM. Wednesday 4 September 7.30pm @ the Fire Station.

H e l e n .T h o m a s @ fireandemergency.nz

RAGLAN SPORT FISHING CLUB AGM will be held on Saturday 24th August at the Raglan Club – All welcome.

WHAINGAROA WHANAU HOE WAKA AGM Thursday 19 Sept 6pm At Raglan Community House basement Please bring a plate for shared kai.

NOURISH CLAY HANDBUILDING FOR ADULTS Clay & coffee with Lindy | Fridays 6 – 27 Sept | 10am – 12.30pm | $180 RCAC+Clay members $200 RCAC members $220 nonmembers | coffee, gluten-free treats, clay and bisque firing included | Bookings essential www.raglanartscentre.co.nz/workshops EXHIBITION – 7 – 12 SEPTEMBER Geology of Karioi Volcano – an exhibition presenting the research project of Dr Oliver McLeod.

Oliver’s work weaves together Mātauranga Māori and geological science to present a fascinating insight into the whakapapa and geology of our local maunga. Open 10-2 weekdays.

RAGLAN CREATIVE MARKET – SUNDAY 8 SEPTEMBER 10am – 2pm at the Old School, 5 Stewart Street. For more info - www. raglanmarket.com 4-WEEK POTTERY WHEEL WORKSHOP FOR ADULTS With Robyn Marsters | Thursdays 12 Sept – 3 Oct | 12pm – 2.30pm | $225 RCAC+Clay members $245 RCAC members $265 non-members | clay and bisque firing included | Bookings essential www.raglanartscentre.co.nz/workshops

MOVIES AT THE OLD SCHOOL BOOKWORM (PG | 96 mins) Sat 31 Aug 5pm Sun 15 Sept 4.30pm SITTING DUCK (M | 121 mins) Sat 31 Aug 7.30pm Sat 14 Sept 5pm French with subtitles GHOSTLIGHT (M | 115 mins) Sun 1 Sept 4.30pm Sat 14 Sept 7.30pm Door sales 30min prior raglanmovies.co.nz

NOTICE of Annual General Meeting The Annual General Meeting of

REGULAR EVENTS AT THE OLD SCHOOL 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 change for Sept only – Fri 20th , 5pm Mens’ Group Wed 4 Sept 7pm, then fortnightly Writers’ Group Monthly on last Tues, 7pm Readers Club Monthly on 4th Friday, 10.30am

Contact 825 0023 | www.raglanartscentre.co.nz/

The Raglan Community House Charitable Trust will be held on

28 August, 2024 at 6pm In basement meeting room. If you would like to attend, please contact us for more information.

Business of the Meeting:

•An Annual Report will be tabled at the meeting •Apologies and enquiries to:

info@raglancommunityhouse.org.nz

EMAIL US TO LIST YOUR AD ON THIS PAGE

email: classifieds@raglanchronicle.co.nz

What's On AUGUST 2024 FREE Make your own garden box with PJ - Limited numbers All materials supplied. Only criteria is that you must bring a child along who can participate.

To register emailbudget@ raglancommunityhouse.org.nz Date and time end of August 2024 to be confirmed. Basement Room, Raglan Community House Energy Mentors drop-in clinics Want more money in your pocket?

Drop-in-clinics at the Raglan Community House The aim is: • Provide one-to-one assistance with energy bills and energy efficiency advice. Able to refer to financial mentor if necessary.

• Provide tenants with information regarding current Healthy Homes Standards.

• Answer home performance questions. Able to refer to HPA if necessary.

• Refer to home assessment and retrofit programme if they meet the criteria.

Sunday 25th August, 11 am - 1 pm SEPTEMBER 2024 FREE Haircuts for Community Services Card and Gold Card holders

by Desmae, a professional hairdresser for over 50 years, now retired.

Collect your voucher from Reception, Raglan Community House.

First Monday of the Month 10 am - 2 pm, Basement Room, Raglan Community House FREE Learn to sew lessons 10 am - 2 pm,Basement Room, Raglan Community House Wednesday 4th September 2024 2pm - 4pm. Trash to textile art sewing waterproof bags, using kitchen waste (single use food packaging) and gifting the bags for free to the community.

Wednesday 11th September 2024 2pm - 4pm. Upcycle and repurpose second-hand clothing, reducing textile waste in landfill. Register and collect your $10 gift voucher to use at the Op Shop on the day, from Reception, Raglan Community House.

Wednesday 18th September 2024 2pm - 4pm. Mend and reuse - learning simple sewing skills including darning, adding a patch, repairing zips and sashiko - highlighting rips and tears with contrasting thread.

Wednesday 25th September 2024 2pm - 4pm. Sew sustainable – make your own sewing kit.

Energy Mentors drop-in clinics Want more money in your pocket?

Drop-in-clinics at the Raglan Community House The aim is: • Provide one-to-one assistance with energy bills and energy efficiency advice. Able to refer to financial mentor if necessary • Provide tenants with information regarding current Healthy Homes Standards.

• Answer home performance questions. Able to refer to HPA if necessary.

• Refer to home assessment and retrofit programme if they meet the criteria.

Wednesday 4th September 2024 5.30 pm - 7.30 pm Cosy Up: Creating a Warmer, more Energy-Efficient Home Limited places - Register at Reception, Raglan Community House.

The aim is to: Understand energy use, Getting the best from energy providers, Tips/ tricks to get a warmer home, Healthy Standards for renters, Where to get extra help.

Friday 6th September 2024, 1pm 2.30 pm, Basement Room, Raglan Community House.

If you have any questions please do not hesitate to get in touch.

ANNUAL AGRICULTURAL DAYS APPROACHING

Agricultural Days foster an interest in farming, as well as teaching children the responsibility involved with the care and well being of a pet. It also helps children to develop an understanding of the importance of animal welfare issues such as feed, shelter, handling and health.

Each year, schools in the Raglan District hold a local day and then all children from the 3 local days are encouraged to participate in the Group Day. The dates for this year are below;

Tuesday 15th October 2024 Waitetuna School Ag Day held at Waitetuna School, judging starts at 10.00am Wednesday 16th October 2024 Te Mata School Ag Day held at Te Mata School, judging starts at 10.00am Thursday 17th October 2024 Te Uku School Ag Day held at Te Uku School, judging starts at 10.00am Friday 18th October 2023 Raglan Boys and Girls Agricultural Group Day held at Te Mata School, judging starts at 10.00am.

It is a great family day out! If your child / children want to get involved and be part of the process information will be sent home from your child’s school.

At Group Day there will be the traditional BBQ food available, along with raffles. We love to see you supporting our local students with their pets.

Whaingaroa Tumuaki

or (07) 825 8142

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Raglan 49 Norrie Avenue

Introducing Jack Bellerby Jack is proud to call Raglan home. His huge passion for the outdoors comes from growing up here with his two brothers, surfing the points and enjoying everything Raglan has to offer, from catching fish to exploring our beautiful coastline. Jack’s work experience includes travelling NZ as a tour guide and snowboard instructor and most recently returning to building locally, which has given him a great appreciation for Raglan and how fortunate we are to live here in paradise.

Spoil yourself with views It is rare to find a home in Raglan that offers such a choice of fantastic views of the Raglan harbour and bar, east over Kaitoke Bay, south to Mt Karioi and more. The house is bright and airy with high ceilings, 4 large bedrooms, 2 lounges, 2 full bathrooms and 3 toilets, perfect for accommodating a large multigeneration family when they visit. Downstairs is the open-plan lounge, dining and kitchen, opening into the conservatory, a large bathroom, an extra toilet and 2 large bedrooms. Upstairs is another lounge, master bedroom with dressing room and ensuite, another bedroom and smaller deck.

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For Sale $1,499,000 View By appointment Web pb.co.nz/RGU184037

Welcome to the team, Jack!

Mark Crarer M 027 433 6083 Debbie Crarer M 027 253 6344

Raglan 49A Norrie Avenue

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Residential / Lifestyle Sales Consultant M 021 091 00740 E jack.bellerby@pb.co.nz

Build your dream on 33.75 hectares For Sale $450,000 View By appointment Web pb.co.nz/RGU184039

Mark Crarer M 027 433 6083 Debbie Crarer M 027 253 6344

Property Brokers Ltd Licensed REAA 2008 | pb.co.nz

Jack Bellerby

Raglan 535 Maungatawhiri Road

Views, trees and privacy This is a must-see opportunity to purchase a beautiful section in Norrie Avenue. Sections on the eastern side of the one-way bridge don't come to the market very often. A section with views over Kaitoke Bay with private access to the Kaitoke walkway and no restrictive building covenants is pretty much the trifecta so call us today to arrange a viewing and get excited about creating your dream abode.

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Jack brings a vibrant, fun energy to his new role on the sales team at Property Brokers and has seized the opportunity with great enthusiasm.

He is not afraid of hard work and has long dreamed of becoming a realtor and now that he has achieved that goal, he can’t wait to get stuck into real estate here in his home town.

Jack brings honest and open communication skills together with a willingness to do the best job possible to ensure your next property transaction is a positive one.

Located on Maungatawhiri Road close to the Te Mata village and a little further away from Raglan township this 33.75-hectare bare block represents a rare offering to the market. The land is lightly farmed, is well fenced and has plenty of natural water. There is an attractive block of remnant native of approximately 3.5 hectares whilst the building site (highlighted at 2.3 hectares) offers plenty of scope to build your dream home with 360-degree views. Call today to organise a walkabout.

For Sale By Negotiation + GST (if any) View By appointment Web pb.co.nz/RGL189892

Mark Crarer M 027 433 6083 Debbie Crarer M 027 253 6344

Proud to be here