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to the Raglan Arts Weekend 2025!
The Raglan Arts Weekend (RAW) is our 3-day Open Studios event over Labour Weekend where you can visit local artists in their work spaces, get a sneak peek into the creative process and buy artworks you love. It’s self-guided, so use this map or grab a brochure and plan your route. Come to our Preview Exhibition at the Raglan Arts Centre beforehand to see which artists you want to meet, be inspired by new styles and techniques, or even take home a showcase piece, developed specifically for RAW.
This year, there will be a few installations, workshops, live murals and even the Raglan Country and Blues Music festival so lots of fun for all!
Studios are open 10am until 5pm, 25th October to 27th October 2025, unless otherwise specified in our Raglan Arts Guide brochure or on our web site.
Look out for the o cial pink RAW flags to guide you to Raglan’s top art talent.
The Preview Exhibition will run daily from the 3rd of October from 10am until 2pm. Over RAW, it will close at 5pm.
Come join us for a celebratory cocktail reception at Iso Bistro Cocktail Lounge on Thursday 23rd October 2025. This is a ticketed event. See our web site for details.
Don’t forget to check out The Hatch, showcasing 14 emerging artists in the Town Hall.
See you on the trail!
Youwon’t want to be anywhere other than Raglan this Labour Weekend, with one of the Waikato’s best visual arts events celebrating its 15th anniversary.
The Raglan Arts Weekend, or ‘RAW’ as it’s affectionately called by locals, is all set to entertain, inspire and blow visitors away with an action-packed programme over a 5-day festival.
The self-guided art trail on the long weekend is at the centre of RAW. There are 43 studios this year showcasing over 65 artists, including painters, sculptors, photographers, illustrators, jewellery designers, textile artists, bespoke hat makers, blacksmiths, weavers, furniture designers, stencil artists, mosaic artists and more. The high standard of RAW artists coupled with the opportunity to explore the beautiful Whaingaroa coastline and town has always been a strong magnet for visitors and locals alike, many of whom attend annually.
The event has changed significantly over its fifteen years and is now more festive than ever, including a recent partnership with the Country And
Blues Music Festival, a number of art installations around town, workshops, demos and even the creation of a new public artwork over the course of the weekend.
“It’s always such a treat to experience the different art studios on the trail,” says Nicky Brzeska who has been running the event since 2019. “You can walk through sculpture trails, wander through a Redwood forest adorned with silk installations, enjoy a garden soiree with sculptures, see a wood bending demo, become the art with your own caricature, participate in a public ‘community canvas’, or simply enjoy the stillness of various home, studio and gallery settings,” she says.
RAW kicks off on Thursday 23rd with an Opening Night at Iso Bistro Cocktail Lounge, a chance to meet RAW artists and celebrate 15 years of the annual event. It’s a fun, casual event, designed in partnership with Bayleys Real Estate and part of a programme called ‘Artist Connect’. Just before the cocktail and dinner event, RAW artists will be heading out on an ‘artist only’ studio bus tour, designed to get artists to meet each
other and be inspired by other studios they visit.
Friday evening in town sees a number of art related events taking place, including three artist exhibition openings as well as the official opening of The Hatch, RAW’s emerging artist incubator and group exhibition. This is the third year The Hatch is running, made possible every year by Rangitahi and a grant from the Waikato District Creative Communities. The Hatch helps new artists meet others and access support they might need from framing and pricing, to marketing, social media or working with galleries.
“Don’t miss this showcase of 14 upcoming rising stars in the Whaingaroa art scene,” says Nicky. “Local artist Zasha Skye, who is running it for us this year, has done a brilliant job of reimagining the Town Hall space, and the artists who we have represented this year really are pushing the boundaries; such exciting stuff!”
This year, RAW also has a very enticing competition in partnership with local short term holiday rental company, Groundswell Properties and Bayleys Real
TOP 5 THINGS TO DO THIS RAGLAN ARTS WEEKEND:
1. Head to the Preview Exhibition which opens 3rd October 2025 to get a taste of what’s in store, bag a special artwork (some at a fraction of their value in our $200 exhibition), grab a map, plan your trail and be inspired!
2. Buy a ticket for our Opening Cocktail Night at Iso Bistro on Thursday, 23rd October, brought to you by the team at Bayleys Real Estate in Raglan. $55 will get you a welcoming drink and dinner.
3. Come to the opening of The Hatch, our emerging artists exhibition in the Town Hall on Friday 24th October at 6.30pm. Thanks to Rangitahi Peninsula and a grant from the Waikato District Creative Communities
4. Pick up a Raglan Arts Guide and get amongst it by attending a Country and Blues concert, seeing an installation, participating in a workshop, watching a live art mural being developed, or just soaking up the atmosphere
5. Scan the QR code at every studio to have a chance to win a $1000 Raglan getaway at a Groundswell Property. The more studios you visit, the greater your chance of winning!
Estate. Scan the QR code at every artist studio and be in to win an enticing Raglan getaway at a Groundswell property of your choice, worth $1000.
If you’d like to plan ahead and see what’s in store, head over to the Raglan Arts Centre to see the Preview Exhibition, which showcases 86 artworks from the 43 participating studios. You can also visit www.raglanartsweekend.nz for more information and a map, or grab a Raglan Arts Guide from the iHub, shops and restaurants or from the Raglan Arts Centre.
• RAW Open Studios: Sat 25th Oct to Mon 27th Oct, 10am to 5pm, free.
• RAW Preview Exhibition: Fri 3rd Oct to Mon 27th Oct, Raglan Arts Centre, 10am to 2pm (open to 5pm over RAW), free.
• Opening Cocktail Night and Dinner: Thurs 23rd Oct, 6.30pm, Iso Bistro, Ticketed. $55
• Opening of The Hatch: Fri 24th Oct, 6.30pm, Town Hall, free.
RAW is a Raglan Arts Centre event brought to you by the Raglan Community Arts Council, a not-for-profit organisation.
Despitelife’s inevitable twists and turns, local artist Sam Mathers continues to carve out his own path in the art world—anchored by a deep connection to the ocean.
When he’s not in his studio, he’s always thinking about painting. The sea remains his muse, and nautical themes consistently shape his work, echoing the rhythms of the coastal environment that surrounds him.
This October 25–27, Sam will debut his latest series at the Raglan Arts Weekend (RAW)—a vibrant event that he says remains “close to his heart.” The new body of work focuses on abstract interpretations of container ships docked at Tauranga Harbour, showcasing the layered beauty found in these industrial behemoths.
“My partner is a photographer, and she took photos from the back of my mate’s jet ski,” he explains. “I rode close to the ships, it was a bit nerve-wracking being that close to those giants, but it was a really fun experience.”
From those reference images, Sam meticulously builds his canvases. Each work begins with thickly applied paint, which is then sprayed with water to mimic dripping seawater. He uses sandpaper to gently erode the surface, revealing layers beneath symbolic of time, history, and weathering and also the unknown of where the ships have been. Over these textured backgrounds, he hand-paints recognisable details such as Plimsoll lines, draft marks, rusted patches, and other maritime symbols. Even in abstraction, these elements give the ships a visceral identity.
But Sam’s path hasn’t been easy. The journey to becoming a successful artist has been marked by persistence, passion, and a refusal to give up.
“I always had the desire to be an artist since I was around 12 years old,” he recalls. “But back then, it wasn’t seen as a real career option. I was invited into exhibitions at
Southwell School alongside some of New Zealand’s best artists. I showed work for four years, but never sold anything. I wasn’t confident, I wanted to paint in a way that didn’t feel like ‘real’ art. It was more design, street, graffiti-based.”
It wasn’t until 2009, after taking a break from art and finding his authentic voice, that things began to shift. “I was around 25 when it finally took off and I haven’t looked back since. If you want it bad enough, you’ll make it work. I didn’t stop until it worked. And it’s still hard. I don’t feel like I’ve cracked it, there’s always more to learn.”
One of his most recent milestones in his career came from an unexpected moment.
“Last year, I was on a good mates fishing boat, and we saw a ship, we both agreed that would make an awesome painting. That led to my three paintings in the series of “Taharoa” - I remember the days and late nights in the studio and my partner and I saying how incredible it would be if the owner of the ship brought them and somehow that’s exactly what happened. During last years RAW, word got out through a friend and the owners purchased all three for over $70,000. I couldn’t believe it.”
And so Sam remains grounded and committed to RAW. “It’s a no-brainer doing it year after year. It’s been really good for me, and it keeps me going. There’s something
about RAW that hits home. I’ll do it for as long as I can.”
His advice to others is simple, yet powerful: “You can’t please everyone. Don’t listen to negative comments or hold backs in your mind-just be you and keep going, no matter what life throws at you.
Once you start pushing yourself into a world of unknown in your art I think your on the right path a direction that makes you uncomfortable as you can’t sit comfortable with your work the uncomfortable is where your work will grow. I’m grateful for the support of those around me. At the end the day- Life leads you exactly where you want to be.”
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Like many emerging artists, Olivia Dean-Chalmers loves the creating but is less certain about the business side of the art world.
That’s where Raglan Arts Weekend initiative The Hatch steps in to help fledgling artists find their wings.
With the help of Whāingaroa’s more established artists, The Hatch creatives find support, guidance and community as they move into the arts weekend limelight.
A ceramic artist, Olivia was invited to join the emerging artists’ exhibition at the Raglan Town Hall by organiser Zasha Skye.
“I've always admired people who put themselves out there, because it's a big thing, especially as an emerging artist, to put your work on public display,” she says.
Putting the self-doubt aside, Olivia is excited about exhibiting at The Hatch and being part of the Raglan Arts Weekend, which attracts thousands of art lovers from across the country every year.
“It's going to be a really cool experience. I’m looking forward to it all coming together and learning about different parts of the process of holding an exhibition.”
Olivia’s journey into ceramics started with a birthday gift of polymer clay (air dry clay) from her parents.
“I just played around and made my own earrings, little candle holders and different things.”
She soon discovered polymer clay wasn’t very durable. “I'm so lazy with my earrings. I always leave them in and when I’d come out of the surf my polymer earrings had disintegrated,” she laughs.
Introduced by a friend to the Clay Shed at the Raglan Old School Arts Centre, Olivia began working with ‘real’ clay – the kind that needed to be kiln fired and glazed.
“I felt quite intimidated going into the space and trying out a new hobby. But once I joined, it was so nice having access to the resources there, playing with hand building and having a go on the wheel.”
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Hand building is Olivia’s passion, creating sculptures that are beautiful and functional. “I love making things that I personally love to use in my home.”
Stacked kina shells that double as an incense holder, figurines for holding flowers or dried arrangements, candle holders, handbuilt bowls that are stunning to behold and perfect for your morning granola.
Finding beauty in imperfections is central to Olivia’s practice. “I'm not really into things looking symmetrically perfect. And even with my painting and collages, things are always a bit messy and fast.”
Olivia grew up in Raglan and outside of ceramics she works part time at The Herbal Dispensary and as a support worker for a couple of locals. She also holds a Bachelor of Population Health and, alongside her art, community health and wellbeing remain a top priority.
“If I had my dream life, I would be paid to just create, surf and eat fruit on the beach,” she laughs. “But something would be lacking and I feel I need the balance of giving back to my community.”
Last year, she worked with Raglan Naturally, researching and surveying the needs of youth in Whāingaroa. “They used that report for a job at the community house for a youth coordinator. That was so cool being part of that process,” she says.
Now, three years into her clay journey, Olivia feels ready to take on the challenge of The Hatch. “It’s been on the back of my mind, but I didn't really have the confidence to put myself out there. When Zasha asked, I thought, should I? And then I just thought – why not dive into it.”
Visit The Hatch exhibition at the Raglan Town Hall during the Raglan Arts Weekend from Saturday 25 to Monday 27 October, 10 am-5pm. The Hatch opening night is Friday, October 24 from 6.30pm.
The Raglan Arts Weekend Preview Exhibition is open daily from October 3-27, 10am-2pm at Old School Arts Centre, 5 Stewart Street.
For more details visit www. raglanartsweekend.nz
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Astrong contingent of Raglan and Waikato surfers lined up alongside 100 of the country’s best secondary school athletes at the 2025 National Scholastic Secondary School Surfing Championships, held on the Taranaki coastline from 29 September to 3 October.
First staged in 1989, the championships have long been a launchpad for Kiwi talent, with twelve regional teams contesting titles across shortboard and
longboard divisions. Waikato was well represented, with Raglan surfers Alani Morse, Van Camenzind, Xander Banks, Jacob Haines, and Theo Morse among those carrying the region’s surfing mana into the national arena.
The week delivered testing surf and fierce competition, with Auckland entering as defending champions after their dominant 2024 campaign.
Coromandel and Northland continued to impress following their historic podium finishes last year, while hosts Taranaki and Bay of Plenty pushed hard in front of strong home support.
For the Waikato surfers, the championships were not only about results but also about experience, teamwork, and testing themselves against the best of their peers from around the country. The event was streamed live on Whakaata+ and provided another stepping stone in the development of Aotearoa’s next generation of surfers.
Waikato Team 2025
U18 Boys
Jacob Haines
Ethan Kirk Orman
Theo Morse
U18 Girls
Lani Frazerhurst
Ayla Gee
U16 Boys
Xander Banks
Van Camenzind
Indica Knox Corcoran
U16 Girls
Alani Morse U14 Boys
Noah Crespo Gomariz
Lennox Lindfield
U14 Girls
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EXPLORING THE RICH TAPESTRY OF STORIES WOVEN INTO THE FABRIC OF OUR COMMUNITY, ALL THROUGH THE LENS OF FOOD.
Raglan Food Journeys is a celebration of the diverse and vibrant voices that make our local food scene so unique. Delving into the kitchens of passionate home cooks, chatting with local food artisans, and exploring the creations of our local foodies.
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ANY DISH A ‘WORK OF ART’
• Use height and layers to create depth
• Think in triads: three colors, three textures, three shapes
• Use negative space—don’t overcrowd the plate
• Garnish with microgreens, herbs, or edible flowers for that gallery-worthy finish
“I love this recipe because it uses local ingredients, is easy to make, perfect for feeding one or a crowd, and adaptable to whatever’s in your fridge.”
Raglan artist Hayley Hamilton finds inspiration as much in her kitchen as in her studio. Ahead of this year’s RAW - Raglan Arts Weekend, she shares how food, creativity, and community weave together in her life.
“If I were a dish, it would be a mezze platter. Greek food is my favourite at the moment. Being a Gemini, I change my mind constantly, but a delicious selection of little nibbles would satisfy my curiosity and ease that lingering feeling of making the wrong choice. It’s a curse — whenever I go out for dinner, I always want what the other person has.”
It’s a playful confession, but a revealing one. For Hayley, food and creativity are inseparable — both embody curiosity, variety, and a desire to connect with others. Her journey to Raglan began far from Waikato, in the United Kingdom. Even as a child, she felt a sensitivity that drew her toward creativity, and art remained her subject throughout school. After a year at the prestigious Central Saint Martins in London, she found herself questioning the path she was on. Everything shifted when she travelled through New Zealand. Meeting and later marrying a Waikato local brought her to Raglan, where she instantly felt at home. “It was like stumbling upon a secret paradise, alive with creative energy,” she says.
Hayley started small, creating ceramics and paintings from the spare room of her house. Before long, she connected with a group of like-minded and eclectic artists, and together they opened Jet Collective — a space that quickly gained attention. “Rents were cheap back then, so there was no pressure on us, and that little space became this amazing platform from which galleries approached me to supply them with my work,” she says. From there, her ceramics business, The Monster Company, grew and grew. “I kept my toe in the water of the New Zealand art world by exhibiting my paintings and ceramics once every few years, but it was an incredibly busy time. We worked hard and raised our three children and that wonderful business sustained us for many years.” Later, Hayley took on a business partner, Karla Stevenson. “After lockdown, I realised it was time for a change, so I sold my shares to Karla and jumped into being a practising full-time artist.”
Ask Hayley about food, and she lights up with stories of her childhood in 1980s England. “My parents were
Ingredients:
Olive oil
1 large yellow onion, finely chopped
2 celery ribs, finely chopped
Salt and black pepper
4 large garlic cloves, minced
2 Tbsp fresh thyme (or 2 tsp of dried)
Pinch of red pepper flakes
¾ cup dry white wine
1 Tbsp apple cider vinegar
1 tsp brown sugar
1 can chopped tomatoes
3 cups chicken stock
¼ cup golden raisins
3 Tbsp capers, rinsed
2 bay leaves
900 g skinless tarakihi or snapper (about 4cm thick), cut into large cubes
½ cup chopped fresh parsley leaves, stems removed
3 Tbsp toasted pine nuts (optional)
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incredibly social. Dinner parties and long Sunday lunches were a big part of my life,” she says. “They weren’t foodies exactly, but they loved the ceremony of food.” She remembers helping her mother prepare: folding napkins, making butter scrolls, setting the table with care. “The guests would dress up, the table would be exquisite. The food itself was extravagant but convenient. I loved every minute of it.” Those rituals left their mark. Today, Hayley finds joy in filling her dining table with people.
Hayley approaches cooking the same way she approaches painting: guided by instinct. “I follow recipes loosely, tweaking as I go. If something doesn’t work, I’m happy to take a detour and end up somewhere else. Apart from baking — that’s science.” Cooking is also a language of love. “When my adult children come home, making their favourite dish is how I show I care. Sitting around a table with friends and family — that’s a deep joy.” For Hayley, inspiration often strikes in quiet moments. “Sometimes, as I’m waking, an idea will come — a painting, an exhibition, a business concept, or even just what I want to cook for dinner. I can lie there thinking about food for ages before I get up.”
Food has also made its way directly into her art. She’s used fruit and flowers symbolically in paintings, and her latest project is a range of denim aprons embroidered with motifs of food, flowers, and kitchen tools. At home, her large vegetable garden is both a source of inspiration and nourishment. “One of my favourite things in life is watering the garden at the end of a hot summer day. The smells, the unexpected plants, the taste of a freshly picked cherry tomato — I could go on and on.” She also treasures Raglan’s vibrant food scene. “We’re lucky, as a small community, to have so many hardworking artisan producers and cafés. They’re doing a tremendous job in tough economic times.”
This Labour Weekend, Hayley will be exhibiting at The Dairy Factory on Wallis St. “I’ll be showcasing new work — original paintings, prints, and a collection of tees, totes, and aprons. The space is a vibrant creative hub with many other artists, so it’s well worth exploring.” Hayley hopes that, much like a thoughtfully crafted meal, her work evokes both sensory delight and a sense of connection in those who experience it.
You can follow Hayley’s work at hayleyahamilton.com
Raglan sourdough and lemon wedges, for serving
Optional extras:
2 cups prawns or mussels (add with the fish)
2 Tbsp chopped pickles (to serve on top)
Method:
1. Heat 1 Tbsp olive oil in a deep casserole dish over medium heat. Add the onion, celery, and a little salt and pepper (about ½ tsp each). Cook, stirring often, until softened (about 4 mins).
2. Add the thyme, red pepper flakes, and garlic. Cook until fragrant.
3. Stir in the white wine, tomatoes, apple cider vinegar, and brown sugar. Bring to a simmer and cook until the liquid has reduced by about half.
4. Add the chicken stock, raisins, and capers. Cook for 15–20 mins over medium heat until the flavours come together. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. (This step can be done ahead of time and kept in the fridge to allow the flavours to develop further.)
5. Add the fish pieces (and prawns or mussels, if using) into the tomato stew. Gently stir so the fish is coated in the cooking liquid. Bring back to a simmer and cook for 5 mins. Do not stir further.
6. Remove the pan from the heat, cover, and let it sit for 4–5 mins so the fish finishes cooking. The fish should flake easily when tested with a small knife. Stir in the chopped parsley.
7. Ladle the hot fish stew into serving bowls. Top with toasted pine nuts or pickles, if desired. Serve with lemon wedges and fresh sourdough.
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Raglan-based painter Harrison Synnott chats to the Local Rag about his art and life in Raglan.
Can you please describe your style of painting and practice?
I am a representational painter. My subject matter changes but I either paint still lifes, portraits or come up with an idea in my head and find or create references to turn it into a painting.
I want to say I am a self-organised artist as opposed to self-taught, because my teachers are primarily from online workshops and books coming from a lineage of painters of the academic and impressionistic traditions. Here in New Zealand we do not have a long standing atelier school that you can go to full time and study these more traditional methods of drawing and painting in oil, so you have to find your own way.
When did you decide to pursue art as your main vocation and why?
About 8 years ago I fell in love with painting the landscape outside in oils and thought that it would be a really enjoyable way to make a living. I don't paint landscape much now but the more I paint the more I love it and realise how important art is to society and how much we need art and art history in an our culture today.
What makes Raglan the right location to do this?
Raglan is full of artists and open minded people. It feels like a community that is consistently trying to do interesting things. A place that people from the city want to come and visit to see what's going on.
What are the steps you have taken to make artistry become a viable business model ?
I think it has been about finding how to have multiple sources of income. From commissions, selling small original works online, larger works at exhibitions, and teaching. If you look at the majority of successful artists from the past they all seem to do these three things: commission
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work, teaching and selling originals to private collections or museums. I also work 2 days a week at the coffee Hut in Rangitahi and that helps too.
What do you think are the challenges for artists to make this work?
I think the biggest challenge we face as artists is our own self-doubt and resistance that stops us from consistently showing up to do the work that matters, which is actually making the art and putting it out there into the world. I find that even if you have a full time job, if you push yourself to get up at 4:30 in the the morning before work to paint for an hour or so, or dedicate an hour instead of watching netflix in the evening, then you will feel much more fulfilled. But even then we can be sabotaged by self-doubt and perfectionism when we complete a project and never put it out there.
When it does work what are the benefits?
There are so many benefits. I genuinely have this deep feeling of gratitude, and I feel like my life has this deep sense of purpose and excitement. Even though sometimes it is hard not knowing where the next money is coming from, it is completely worth it. I don't think that will ever go away but having autonomy over my day and living like an art monk outweighs any stress of it.
How do you market yourself and your work?
I am not the best at marketing my work. I believe most artists struggle with it because it's not really the fun part. I have mainly used word of mouth and instagram organically, just putting up new pieces as I do them. Occasionally I will put out a newsletter to update collectors with what's going on. I don't like using marketing tactics that flood the market these days. That stuff personally just puts me off wanting to buy something and I don’t think we should be trying to force people to buy our work. I think today there are enough people screaming for our attention and that as artists we shouldn't have to do that. I think we
should try to strive to make work that we are proud of and adds value to other people's lives. I am reminded of a blog post I read from Seth Godin, a great marketer who believes in a more moral way of marketing. He says, if we show our work to ten people who know and trust us, and if it moves them, then they will each show that to ten more people that they know and trust. Your business will grow, not as fast as you want, but faster than you can imagine. We're not marketing to anonymous masses anymore.
Tell us about what’s happening this month for you.
I have just finished a 4 week block of art classes teaching beginners to draw and paint once a week, which is really fun, so I will be preparing for the next one in November. I have multiple commissions in the works. And a really cool large painting to finish for Raglan Arts Weekend. I will also be doing a preview exhibition at The Hut in Rangitahi the weekend prior, 17th - 19th of October.
What plans do you have for moving into 2026?
I am really excited about painting the portrait at the moment. So I am just looking forward to any commissions that come my way in that regard.
Besides that I have been inspired by some history painters of the 19th century, especially Ernest Meissonier, who would dedicate himself deeply into studying every minute detail of certain battles and historical figures. Everything in his paintings had an accurate historical purpose. All the clothing, even the horses in his paintings, were authentic and painted from life. So I have an idea for a large scale New Zealand history painting but I won't be disclosing it at this stage. It may take me a while.
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Jane Galloway has spent the past five years exploring abstract painting from her Raglan studio, but for Raglan Arts Weekend 2025 she is returning to the landscapes that first made her name. The Local Rag hears from Jane as she returns to landscapes for her upcoming exhibition:
Most people will feel the last few years have been challenging and for artists this is especially so. Buying art is a luxury for most and something people don’t often consider when it is hard to pay the bills. I have been fortunate to have had 5 years in the studio at the back of Artists at Work where I have space to create abstract paintings. While this work is not for everyone it has been a period of exploration and discovery of working more intuitively. This is the type of art I was doing at art school but when I had a family it was set aside for more practical ways to make a living.
For a long time I worked for brother Rob making shoes, sandals and bags which later morphed into my own bag manufacturing business. But I always wanted to get back to painting and after my children were older I finally began… a hiatus of 25 years!
It was hard to know where to start again after so long so I literally had to go back to the beginning...
I got books form the Raglan Library on how to paint in watercolour as I figured I wouldn’t need so much room to
do this in my tiny bach. I painted day and night, beginning with still life and it was so exciting to be painting again I wished I didn’t have to sleep. There were many 2am bedtimes for a while.
Early exhibitions were at Show Off, in Bow Street, where I continue to sell reproductions of my paintings. However, a lot of the editions have now sold out which got me thinking I might just do one more landscape show. I have been so lucky to have this income stream which has supported me since the beginning of digital reproduction in 2003. Fortunate too that getting photos to paint from involves travelling which I love.
Choosing landscapes for this exhibition has been challenging as I have amassed thousands of photos and thinking I could only use 10 or so made me agonise over what to choose. In the end the subjects are from the 2 places I love the most…. Raglan and the Coromandel.
I have worked on this exhibition since June and produced a mix of watercolours and large acrylics on canvas.
The main gallery will hold up to twelve landscape paintings plus small works from other artists. Developing relationships with other artists and selling their work is a fulfilling aspect of running the gallery. Not many people know my parents ran a gallery in Hamilton for a number of years so it’s a family tradition.
The gallery has a mix of abstract and representational work. Visitors often spend half an hour viewing the huge range and thank me for the experience which is wonderful.
Artists at Work is behind Zinnia in Electric Avenue, just off Wainui Road.
The exhibition opens at 10am, Saturday 25th October. Suggested parking is by the soccer fields
then walk across the footbridge and into Wi Neera Street at the back of the gallery. I’m looking forward to catching up with past clients.
See you then.
ForRaglan Area School student
Talaia Cowley, painting has always been a passion. That dedication was recognised on a national stage this year, with her first acrylic portrait selected for display at the NZQA Ringa Toi Exhibition at Te Papa Museum in Wellington.
When did you know that art was a subject at school that you wanted to pursue?
Art has always been a passion of mine, and I found myself drawn to painting, specifically water colour, ever since I was little. I knew I wanted to pursue art as a subject when my mum told me that I had a natural gift for painting after creating several decorative Christmas cards for my family. I convinced myself they weren't anything special, but from her reaction, I knew I could take this passion and turn it into a way of expressing my Samoan heritage.
What do you like painting?
Now, being a senior in the last year of high school, I’ve created lots of different paintings that symbolise who I am and where I come from.
I’ve always been comfortable working with watercolour and pencil, but have only recently discovered my talent for painting with acrylic paint. I enjoy painting a variety of things, but I especially enjoy painting the beauty of Polynesian women, vibrant landscapes, and working with different flowers.
What did it feel like to be selected for the NZQA Ringa Toi Exhibition ?
My teacher didn't actually tell me she submitted my art piece to the NZQA Ringa Toi Exhibition in Te Papa Museum, which I'm super pleased with because I’ve never been pushed to share my artwork with people. She knew that it would take some convincing for me to let her send it off, as I'm not the typical type to show off my accomplishments. When she told me my artwork was accepted, I felt both surprised and thrilled at the same time. I felt proud to be able to finally share my passion for art through the painting I did of my little sister, and excited that lots of people were going to see it with my name on it.
Tell us about the artwork selected.
The artwork that was accepted was an original photo of my little sister, Lola, staring up at the camera, wearing a vibrant coloured flower crown. This art piece was the first acrylic-based painting that I had ever done, and I found it difficult to work with in the beginning, but I learnt to love it. Throughout the painting were many different colours and a detailed painted face, which I have to admit was extremely difficult to paint. I’ve always struggled with portrait art, but this was especially hard as I knew exactly what she was supposed to look like and tried to perfect it over and over again. Overall, this painting is one of my greatest achievements, and I'm so proud of the endless support and encouragement from my peers, teachers, and family.
The Te Papa exhibition took place from September 15th to September 28th, 2025.
NOVEMBER 2-9, 2025
Raglan’svery own Freedom2Fly Fest has quickly become one of the town’s most vibrant celebrations of performing arts.
Created as a platform for young performers to showcase their talent, the festival also brings professional artists making Raglan part of their tours, and as a space for sharing skills across disciplines.
Freedom2Fly Fest is offering a weeklong programme of shows, workshops, and street performances. From cabaret nights to family-friendly circus showcases, dance seasons, and the popular busking day, the festival brings colour and creativity to every corner of the town.
Beyond the excitement of performance, the festival’s impact runs deep. It strengthens community connections by involving schools, local businesses, and
families, while giving young people the unique chance to perform in front of their own community. For touring artists, it creates opportunities to collaborate, connect, and inspire the next generation of performers.
The event also boosts Raglan’s cultural and economic life, drawing visitors from across the Waikato and beyond.
Local cafés, shops, and accommodation providers feel the positive ripple effect, making the festival not only an artistic highlight but also a valuable community asset.
At its heart, Freedom2Fly Fest is about celebrating creativity, nurturing young talent, and building bridges between local and international performers — all through the joy of performance.
Support and buy your tickets using the QR code or www.freedom2fly.co.nz
Authorised by Aksel Bech aksel@akselbech.nz
Raglan artist Chris Meek returns this month with Deep Diamonds, an exhibition that digs beneath the surface to uncover hidden sparks.
Known for transforming recycled car panels and aeroplane skins into raw, industrial artworks, Chris has pared his process right back—revisiting the foundations of his craft and reconnecting with the unpredictability that first inspired him.
His new body of work, including the standout piece Spending Time on Earth, invites viewers to slow down, reflect on what really matters, and engage with art in its most strippedback form.
What is the central theme or idea behind your exhibition coming up this month?
Deep Diamonds is really about going beneath the surface, digging into yourself to find that hidden sparkle. It’s about uncovering something you didn’t even know was there, and letting it shine.
How does this exhibition differ from your previous work?
I’ve stripped it all right back this time—pulled away the polish and gone straight to the bones. It’s a full circle, back to where it all began. I kept thinking about my panelbeating apprenticeship, tearing things apart and rebuilding from scratch. That raw process is what drives this work.
For those not familiar with your body of work can you please explain your process and what materials or techniques you use.
I work with recycled car panels and aeroplane skins—stuff that’s already had a life. I cut, weld and rivet. I might start with a rough sketch, but the real thing happens once I’m into it. The idea builds as I go, raw and unpredictable, and I stay locked into that headspace right through to the end.
Is there a particular piece that anchors or defines the exhibition?
Yes, it’s a piece called Spending Time on Earth. The title is deliberately ambiguous—from birth, life is about ‘spending,’ whether it's time or money.
It’s a reminder of how precious life is, stripping back layers to confront what really matters at the core.
What would you hope that visitors and viewers experience by engaging with your work?
I’d like people to enjoy the new work, but also take time with the titles—they carry their own ambiguity and offer another perspective on where I could be coming from. It’s also about noticing how the work has developed from earlier shows.
What do you enjoy and value about Raglan Arts Weekend and how it benefits the art community?
It’s a showcase that opens up studio doors and puts the work out there. Visitors can drop in without feeling pressured—just a chance to see artists in their own environment, working, creating, and sharing on their own terms.
DEEP DIAMONDS - Chris Meek
Studeo gallery 21 Cross Street
Opening Fri 24 Oct 5.30pm 24 Oct - 9 Nov
www.chrismeek.co.nz
Why?
We realised that even though we work in very different mediums, there's a moment where our works just click, almost like they were meant to sit alongside each other. I think it’s the grit in my work and the softness and fluidity in Zasha's; the contrast seems to create its own balance.
When:
Chris Meek and Zasha Skye EYES On Fire Gallery
15 Great North Road, Grey Lynn AUCKLAND
Oct 31 to Nov 13
Opening Fri Oct 31 6pm
A SELECTION OF LOCAL ARTISTS & GALLERIES
Brodie will be exhibiting in Rangitahi during the Raglan Arts Weekend and can also be contacted for commissions through her website or instagram: brodiereynolds.com @brodielove
e had a chat to landscape artist Brodie Reynolds about her connection to the Whales and her ability to evoke a sense of peace and hope through her work.
You often capture the essense of Whales in your landscape paintings, what has been your inspiration for this?
My journey began when I had the opportunity to work on a sail boat that was completing a world circum-nav following the migration of the Humpback Whales. I couldnt believe I had landed the job! Like us all, I had always felt such a deep connection to these incredible ocean giants. I was with a photography crew, and a bunch of people who had such a deep love and passion for raising awareness around the ocean. We harnessed a good energy, and one of the crew members even sang opera on the bow of the boat! And the Whales would come... Every day I was witnessing the sheer grace and beauty of their presence. When I was gifted a chance to swim with them, I always felt an overwhelming sense of humility. In that moment I felt like I was in the presence of the divine, something that surpassed space and time.
How did spending this time with the Whales help you with your painting process?
I feel like when I was underwater with the Whales, time stood still. Their message was pretty clear; if you can connect with love, your vibration will grow and your energy will flow. Every time I see a Whale appear on my canvas, I feel like I can tune into their deep song, the conversations I had with them, and from there I just try my best to convey their message to connect with the heart.
What techniques do you use to create such atmospheric landscapes? Like everything, knowledge is handed down, and I have been lucky to have had some great teachers who have taught me some valuable techniques. Kudos to them 100%. Understanding the preparation of oil paint and the use of different brushes, the golden ratio and mathematics in nature such as the Fibonacci, is a big part of it. When we are still with nature, there is a lot of factors that have created that single moment in time for us. Im intrigued by that pathway that
CONTEMPORARY FINE ARTIST
This year 2025 - 2026 Yaniv Janson is bringing art work to life alongside his exhibition tour he is creating a community canvas - a large scale community art making installation.
Creating a large-scale community canvas expands beyond a showcasing of work, it is fuelled by Yaniv’s desire to build community and create greater accessibility to arts.
The Abstract Acrylics touring exhibition focuses on accessibility, inclusion, and sensory engagement – each piece invites audiences to physically interact and touch the art, breaking traditional barriers and creating a more personal, tactile experience.
This exhibition marks a key step in Yaniv’s growth as an artist, as he continues to hone skills in project management, collaboration, and outreach that have been required to facilitate this tour and installation. By securing funding for this tour thanks to Creative New Zealand, Yaniv can further engage with diverse communities, creating inclusive impact across New Zealand.
Visit Yaniv at RAW at the Old School Arts Centre, Stewart Street. W: yanivjanson.com IG: @yanivjansonart
BRODIE REYNOLDS
has made that moment possible. This all allows me to create something, and if I am fortunate to succeedthere is a sense of peace and stillness that can come from that.
If there was a message you wanted to say with your paintings what would it be?
My message would be that no matter how disconnected you feel, or how hard life may seemdont give up hope. There is always light in the darkness, and even if the water in your world may seem a little murky right now, there is always greatness there waiting to rise up from beneath the surface, just like a great whale.
* R E F O R M E D V A N D A L *
MÓNDÙC is the moniker of local artist Kelly Williams, a former digital designer with roots in graffiti and animation, who blends contemporary styles with nostalgic influences across a growing body of sought-after pop art collectibles.
“Life is really a learning journey for me, and my recent work is just a snapshot of where mine’s at — a fusion of culture, cartoons, urban style, and wilderness encounters. I’m hugely grateful to be able to call Whaīngaroa home, and through my art I explore themes of identity, kaitiakitanga (guardianship), and our connections to both the natural and spiritual worlds.”
Expect a diverse, surf-soaked collection at RAW 2025, made with a range of materials. From traditional mediums such as encaustic or oil on copper, limited edition screenprints, or classic street art aerosol and stencil vibes, often presented within assemblages or custom frames handmade by the artist from locally reclaimed native hardwoods.
Catch a peek of MÓNDÙC this year at The Hatch, Raglan Town Hall. W: www.monduc.nz IG: @mountainduck
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abour of Wild is the work of hat maker Lisa Uphill, who pours time, skill and heart into every piece.
Each hat starts with fur felt and is shaped by hand, using old-world techniques with a fresh, modern edge.
From custom one-offs to small ready-to-wear runs, no two are ever the same. Vintage trims, hand-burned details and carefully chosen materials give each hat its own story. Made for those who want something lasting, personal and full of character.
Exhibiting this Arts Weekend at The Hut, Rangitahi - along with Ben Grant, Sarah Steed and Mary Spacapan.
W: labourofwild.co.nz
IG / FB: @labourofwild
E: lisa@labourofwild.co.nz
CONTEMPORARY ABSTRACT PAINTER
Benjamin Grant is a designer and maker whose practice bridges sculptural expression and functional furniture. Drawn to the natural forms and textures of wood, his work explores materiality, craftsmanship, and the ways objects invite human interaction. Each piece balances refined aesthetics with everyday practicality, reflecting both discipline and curiosity.
Based in Raglan, Benjamin also teaches part-time at the Centre for Fine Woodworking in Nelson. In 2025, he received funding from Creative NZ’s Early Career Fund to attend the Yuri Kobayashi & David Haig Artist in Residence Programme, an experience that continues to influence his evolving approach, encouraging experimentation and technical refinement.
Alongside his artistic practice, he runs Wood Works Raglan, a cabinetmaking business specialising in bespoke kitchens and home furniture. His personal label, Benjamin Grant Furniture, reflects his creative vision and exploration.
This year, Benjamin showcases new work at THE HUT, RANGITAHI with Labour of Wild, Sarah Steed, and Mary Spacapan during the Raglan Arts Weekend.
IG: @benjamingrantfurniture
E: benjamingrantfurniture@gmail.com
he best part of being an abstract painter is that you get to choose… everything. It’s also the hardest part of being an abstract painter.
As authenticity matters more than anything these days, two questions accompany me in the studio at present. What happens when I stop painting pretty? How does my raw and unfiltered authentic voice look like on canvas? A new aesthetic emerges. My stories reveal themselves in the process. With splashes of paint, line and gesture, cover ups, dripping paint, exposed sublayers and much more.
The Upper Wainui studio is coming to town this year for RAW. A selection of my recent work will be available at the Supper Room which I will be sharing with Marianne Aschenbrenner and her beautiful flax weaving.
Please join us for Claudia and Marianne’s opening night at the Supper Room, right next to the Town Hall on Friday October 24, 6pm to 8pm.
W: www.claudiagrutke.com
IG: @grutkeart
P: 0221776378
arrison Synnott is a contemporary painter whose work captures intimate moments of human connection and everyday life. Working primarily in oils, his paintings reveal a keen eye for light, atmosphere, and the quiet poetry found in ordinary scenes.
He is a self-taught artist because his teachers are primarily from online workshops and books coming from a lineage of painters of the academic and impressionistic traditions.
His artistic journey encompasses both observational painting and portraiture, with a particular gift for capturing the essence of his subjects through loose, confident brushwork and a sophisticated understanding of color and composition.
Currently exhibiting at his studio at 13 Sunshine Rise, Raglan. His work can be viewed on Instagram @harrisonsynnott.art and through his website harrisonsynnott.com
PAINT + SLICE + RE-CREATE
Tessa’s painting practice centres on a unique technique she developed while teaching secondary school Visual Arts, which she calls ‘paint, slice and re-create’.
She begins by painting complete compositions, then slices them into slats. These slats are reassembled into fragmented, abstract works guided by form, line, angle, and depth. The resulting artworks are both fractured and whole.
This process-driven approach reflects Tessa’s ongoing experimentation and passion for painting. Over time, it has evolved into her signature style: a bold, distinctive method she has aptly named ‘slat painting’.
Tessa has a venue change for Raglan Arts Weekend this year, exhibiting at the Old Dairy Factory (58 Wallis St), alongside 8 other talented creatives.
W: www.tessaskerman.com
IG: @tessaskerman_art
POTTERY WITH A WINK & A GRIN
Welcome to The Monster Company—a vibrant ceramic studio & gallery nestled in Raglan’s historic dairy factory.
We make hand-crafted tiles, hearts, and custom commissions, plonking a strong dose of joy and character into every creation.
And now… we’ve got the snacks sorted too. Yep, alongside the pottery you’ll find artisan condiments and cheeses — the perfect partners for our platters and serving ware. Think chutneys, relishes, creamy cheeses and other tasty little numbers ready to brighten up your next spread.
Drop by our studio at 58 Wallis Street to experience the process firsthand.
W: www.themonstercompany.co.nz
IG: @themonstercompanypottery
FB: @hemonstercompanypottery
P: 07 282 1841
E: themonstercompanynz@gmail.com
SARAH BING - POTTERY GALLERY & CLASSES
On your way to the Raglan Wharf, sneak up the driveway beside the old dairy factory and you’ll stumble into a world of colour, clay, and creativity. This is the home of Sarah Bing – potter, dreamer, and maker of all things beautiful (and useful!).
Shelves are brimming with mugs, candles, surfboards, serving dishes –plus whatever wild idea Sarah’s cooked up this week. Nearly everything you see is handmade right here in the studio.
Feeling inspired? Grab a brush and paint your own pot, or roll up your sleeves and learn the magic of clay in a private class. The space is perfect for birthdays, hens parties, team building… or even renting out if you fancy teaching your own thing.
It’s not just a shop – it’s a little playground for pottery lovers.
Open daily over summer 10 - 4 or by appointment.
W: bingceramics.co.nz
IG / FB: @bisforbing P: 022 606 5220
STENCIL ARTIST, STREET & POP ART
After two decades on international stages as a musician and songwriter, Shortydubs (aka Brad) returned home to Aotearoa and turned his creative focus to visual art.
His bold, multi-layered stencil work blends street and pop-art, echoing the mindset of a hip-hop producer - sampling, slicing, and reconstructing the world around him.
For RAW 2025, Brad is opening the doors to his newly renovated studiogallery at The Factory on Wallis St - offering a rare behind-the-scenes look at his creative space, process, and an all-new collection of original paintings, including a few special pieces made exclusively for RAW.
The Factory 58 Wallis St, Raglan
Website: shortydubs.com
Instagram: @shortydubs
tiktok: @shorty_dubs
Photographer Geraldine Burns is returning to exhibit at Raglan Arts Weekend after a 2 year break - we chat to her about her new body of work, captured on film.
Why the return to analogue film photography?
Over the years, with digital photography, cameras on our phones, apps and social mediaphotography has become less exclusive. And now with AI - what is real? Edited? What is authentic?
Film strips it all back to the simple art of capturing a shot - a certain light, or a moment.
What does film photography bring to your art?
It brings constraint and a slower energy.
I tend to take a lot less photos. It feels more precious, more considered... I often take time to line up a shot carefully, and then change my mind and don’t end up taking the photo at all!
Tell us more about this slower energy...
There’s been a lot of change in the past few years - with the lockdowns, then some health issues and a move from Whāingaroa into Kirikiriroa - this, along with a more intentional practice - has brought a slower energy to my work, and my life!
What can we expect to see from you at RAW?
A new body of work - and 90% of it has been captured on film.
I’m trying to showcase different sizes and styles of framing. I’m also providing a range of pricesafter visiting other artists at RAW over the past few years, I’ve learnt that having different price points works well - not everyone has hundreds of dollars to spend, especially at the moment.
I have a mixture of content I’m exhibiting toothere’s still a lot of Raglan, but I have some South Island images, some Hamilton and a lot of river and lake reflections too - captures from my morning walks - bringing some abstraction to my work. I am also loving flipping the images (more abstraction).
I have been creating some handmade photo montages too - a nod to my old photo blocks that I used to sell years ago. I love grouping photos together, finding a balance and an order.
What’s the RAW process for you?
I’m definitely a bit of a dreamer (some would call me a procrastinator!) and am always thinking up creative ideas and jotting them down, then I revisit these ideas. I need deadlines and RAW gives me that - it’s helped me create a new body of work, that I can sell in JET afterwards too (a local shop and artist collective I am part of).
I’ve been shooting mainly on film since 2020 and so have quite a collection of images. In the months leading up to RAW, I have been narrowing down the shots I like, but also trying to work out ones
UPCYCLED PRODUCT DESIGN
Cycled Design Raglan is a local studio turning waste into opportunity.
With almost half of Aotearoa’s landfill coming from construction and demolition, Cycled Design sees discarded materials as resources that can be put to better use.
From its Raglan workshop, the studio offers Laser Cutting, CAD Design, and Print-Copy services, all shaped by a commitment to circular, low-waste production.
Founded by architectural graduate Gavin, Cycled Design draws on more than a decade of design experience to create bespoke, laser-cut products from reclaimed plywood, surplus paper stock, and other recovered materials. Each item is made to be functional, durable, and designed with purpose.
The philosophy is not about being perfect, it’s about making progress, one project at a time. Each piece is created with the belief that design should add value while minimising waste. Supporting Cycled Design means backing local crafting and contributing to a more sustainable future for Aotearoa.
P: 0204 140 6587
E: cycled.design@outlook.com
W: www.cycled-design.com
I feel others will like as well. Some of my closest people have helped me to choose too - it feels nice to have that input.
Then visualising how I want to frame them takes time and a lot of head space - measurements and numbers filling my mind! I also am trying to keep cost in mind too - framing is NOT cheap! I plan to create some handmade pieces over the next few weeks, I’m really enjoying that hands on creating.
What’s the next project after RAW? Setting yourself another deadline?
I am having a solo exhibition at HANRAD Bespoke Rugs in Kirikiriroa, Hamilton at the beginning of March next year - with an exciting collaboration. Watch this space! (follow my socials to keep updated).
Geraldine is exhibiting alongside Painter Megan Hockly, upstairs at the Old Dairy Factory at 58 Wallis Street for RAW.
IG: @g.design_photo
FB: @gdesignprints
W: g-design.co.nz
BY ANNIKA STRICKER
On How to Make It Work, my Raglan Community Radio show and podcast, I talk to locals who shape creative and unique working lives in Raglan.
This week I chatted to Simon Dickey — an artist known for his charcoal
portraits and live street performances during the Raglan Arts Weekend.
Simon, you’re part of RAW again this year. What are you bringing to the festival?
I’ll be painting live again in Volcom Lane. Last year I created a Kanuka tree piece that was all about resilience. This year it’s something different — a Jazz
Funk series. I’ll be painting to the Miles Davis Quintet, just responding to the music for 30 minutes. It’s going to be full of energy.
What do you enjoy about creating art live, in front of people?
It’s raw. There’s no time to secondguess. Everyone's watching every brushstroke you do as if it's a miracle. It is a challenge; you are showing vulnerability as an artist and that vulnerability forces you to grow. It's like survival.
And where can people catch you during RAW this year?
Volcom Lane, Saturday October 25th at 4pm. Be on time because it might only last for 15 minutes. And come find me in my studio above Raglan Roast and check out my Jazz series painted with bright acrylic paints. This year I am selling my paintings with a one dollar reserve. A bit of a risky manoeuver but I think it’ll be fun.
If you are making it work in a unique way in Raglan and want to share your story, I’d love to have you on the show — reach out to Raglan Community Radio or on Instagram: @stories.by.annika.
Tune in on Mondays 12:30 or listen to the podcast anytime on Spotify and Apple podcasts.
WHATS ON AT THE HARBOUR VIEW MASSIVE LINE UP THIS WEEKEND
JIMI HENDRIX
ROBIN FORD
GARY MOORE
ERIC CLAPTON
12PM-12AM S U N D A Y HISTORIC PHOTOS SHARED 10 -3 SPEAKERS CORNER 11INTERVIEW WITH GRANT CUSHMAN - HIS FAMILY OWNED THE HOTEL 1926-1956 WET PLATE PORTRAIT STUDIO
MUSIC 12 30 - 6PM
This time of year always has me feeling reflective; the rainy, windy days feel like winter will never end, and the tiny glimpses of spring give us some hope of what's to come.
Whenever the spring weather makes me feel all swirly, I try to check in with my mental health, and writing a love letter to myself always helps. It may sound simple, but it is surprisingly powerful. In a world that asks so much of us, it is an act of kindness towards ourselves.
It is a great way to remind yourself of everything you bring to the table. Write a list of all the things you love about yourself. Be specific! Be honest! Maybe it's the way you always check in on a friend. Maybe it's your creativity when you least expect it. Maybe it's your resilience when you've had a bad day. These threads make us who we are and it's a great lesson in self-love and selfawareness to make note of all of our threads.
Give it a go, you may be surprised by the way it lifts you up and out of the funk. by Ruby Gibbs
The Tavern is one of NZ’s buzziest indies has been selling out across both islands with laughs, ovations, and the odd sing-along.
Matt Hicks joins us at the Old School Screening to share his journey and success of this self-funded film that shares a story of friendship, pride, and small-town love—a message resonating across generations.
The Tavern follows Matt (Hicks), a 29-year-old slacker with a tight-knit crew and a run-down local that only comes alive on the infamous annual stripper night. When Phil—the very understanding dad of Matt’s girlfriend Kelly—decides to sell the pub to slick Auckland developer Vick Preston (Josh McKenzie), the boys panic.
After a few beers, they hatch a plan to buy the pub themselves, unleashing a string of bizarre fundraising schemes that test loyalty, pride, and friendship.
Also starring Tom Eston, Ryan Jackson, Dan Sage, and Stuart Shacklock, with guest appearances from Zac Guildford and Ben Lummis.
The Tavern has hit success with 9 weeks of sell-outs in Cambridge and packed houses in Hamilton, Tauranga, Christchurch, Alexandra, and Te Anau. Accompanied with cheeky marketing of red carpets, a beer called “PISS,” and Kiwi anthem “Bliss” sparking sing-alongs contributing to its accomplishment.
Erin Griffiths from Waikato Screen comments ‘anyone with an inner bogan will love this film. It’s a cross between The Hangover and Outrageous Fortune'.
Waikato Screen is cranking up the brazier and rolling out the BBQ with $10 sausage, slaw + sourdough or a $15 combo with a can of PISS . Huddle round the fire, grab a feed, then head in for the film.
Fri 3 Oct, Raglan Old School — BBQ from 6pm, Movie 7pm (Q&A after)
Melanie Carroll has lived in Raglan for more than 20 years, but for some reason had never ventured up Karioi. “When friends suggested climbing it, I always thought, are you crazy? I’m not fit enough!” she laughs.
That all changed when she joined her first baiting operation day with the Karioi Project a few weeks ago.
Spending the day alongside Jasmine, the Project’s volunteer coordinator, added another layer of magic. “It was so good to hear the history and details of the project, and to learn about the seabirds and other species that call Karioi home,” Melanie said. The well-marked tracks made the work easy to follow, and she quickly felt capable and confident. “After just one go I knew I could bring a new person next time - and that’s how it grows.”
There were plenty of memorable moments, too. A massive caramelcoloured hare bolted past her legs, and she soaked up the energy of fellow volunteers like humble trapper Mark, who quietly runs his trap line every couple of weeks.
“You didn’t have to be super fit to join in - and it’s fantastic for your fitness. I can’t wait to get back up there,” Melanie said.
For her, the work felt more like a beautiful day out than a job.
“The bush was so peaceful and stunning - it felt like a gift to be up there.”
Now hooked, she’s already thinking about how else she can support the project,
from restoring the project's base at the Red Shed to bringing new friends along.
Reflecting on her first day, Melanie smiled: “It was like forest bathing, with purpose.”
Recent High Court cases involving breaches of vendor warranties and disclosure obligations demonstrate the importance of vendors (and buyers) having a full understanding of their contractual and legal obligations, particularly when selling a property with known defects. In 2021, a purchaser entered into an agreement to purchase the vendor’s Auckland property for $773,000.00.
In 2025 however, the High Court awarded the purchaser remedial costs of $495,190.00, consequential losses of $26,580.45, general damages of $30,000.00, plus interest/costs. So what happened for the Court to award over $500,000.00 in damages to the purchaser? In 2020, multiple pre-purchase inspections had been conducted on the vendor’s property, including a report engaged by a previous purchaser, and which raised moisture concerns. In reliance on this report, the previous purchaser cancelled the agreement. A copy of the report was provided to the vendor who, with their agent, tried to work through the issues, but the vendor latterly withdrew the listing. Shortly after, the vendors received a routine inspection report from their property manager, also outlining dampness issues. In December 2020, the property was re-listed with a different agency and the vendor declared in that listing agreement that they were not aware of any past or present water penetration issues. Prior to the purchaser viewing the property at an open home in early 2021, the vendor had used a dehumidifier and fan for a whole day and night and was asked by the agent to move the dehumidifier and fan to the garage to “avoid any misunderstanding from
potential buyers.” The purchaser undertook due diligence: reviewing the record of title, the Council LIM and precontract disclosure statements from the Body Corporate, none of which indicated any weather-tightness issues. The purchaser also undertook their own building inspection report which similarly didn’t identify any weather tightness issues. The purchaser offered to purchase the property conditional only on finance and due diligence. The purchaser was not advised of the two previous reports both of which raised weather tightness issues with the property. In the High Court’s decision, Justice Andrew was critical of the agency saying the agent likely had knowledge of the property’s defects, even though this was denied and the disclaimer in the agreement stated neither the vendor,
nor the agent had expertise in property. His Honour found that under the law agents have an obligation to make full disclosure to prospective purchasers under the Real Estate Agents Act 2008 of what they know. Justice Andrew found misrepresentation, breach of the contract’s warranty clauses, as well as deceitful conduct. The decision may be surprising to some. Even though the vendors argued that the prior reports were not requested from them, the Court found that there was nonetheless misrepresentation by failing to disclose known weathertightness issues. Indeed, minor works had been undertaken to try to conceal the weathertightness issues, all without a building consent, therefore the vendor also breached the warranty clauses requiring all works done are consented to by the local authority. The judgment highlights the serious risks and disclosure
requirements facing vendors who discover issues with a property and try to conceal it. In Bhargav v First Trust Ltd, the High Court awarded the purchasers $900,000.00 in damages where targeted repairs were made to deceive purchasers. The High Court found that the actions of the vendors were deceitful where they knew of the defects and deliberately renovated the property to cover-up weathertightness issues from prospective purchasers at open homes. The purchasers told the Court that following settlement, the property was said to be dripping with water inside whenever it rained. These cases demonstrate that builders reports do not guarantee that a property is perfect, and there are serious financial consequences for vendors who fail to disclose known defects, and/or engage in deceitful conduct. Buyers beware. Vendors also beware. Need legal advice? Feel free to call in for a chat at our Raglan office at The Factory, 58 Wallis Street, Raglan. Our Raglan team are dedicated to providing Raglan locals with expert, confidential legal advice.
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Two dwellings + separate studio
The property unfolds in three parts: a beautifully renovated fourbedroom home (111m2), a private one-bedroom self-contained dwelling (44m2 with its own power meter), and a converted garage (34m2) now serving as a functional studio and work-from-home space which is fully insulated. Each part has its own character, yet together they create a modern, flexible haven. It’s little wonder this home was featured in Your Home and Garden magazine — every detail reflects thoughtful design and effortless style. This is an outstanding opportunity - just move in and enjoy all that Raglan has to offer!
Your hidden happy place
Mornings start here with the aerial circus of stroppy Tui, swooping Kereru and maybe even a wild deer sneaking around over the valley. Everything is here to make your dreams come true. The 5974m2 sloping section is fully fenced for animals, features an electric gate for easy access, low maintenance gardens, a woodlot for years of firewood and to top it all off, a few food gardens and a wellappointed chook hotel. This elevated, spacious home spans 3 levels, offering 5 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms - perfect for large or extended families, or for running an Airbnb to generate additional income. 5 3 2 For Sale $1,099,000
Easy living, magic views
This modern home offers a tranquil Raglan escape for every stage of life—whether you’re a first home buyer, downsizer, or seeking a weekend retreat. Outdoors, delightful views over Kaitoke Bay, Karioi in the distance with the added bonus, Kaitoke walkway just steps away for ease of access to the harbour with a kayak or paddleboard. Inside, discover open plan living, perfect for those who love to cook, connect and entertain, 3 generous bedrooms, master with ensuite and a decent, internal access garage offering copious storage for all the toys. View today or pop along to an Open Home.
Mark Crarer M 027 433 6083
Raglan 34 Government Road
Your next escape or dream project
Framed by nature and with a drop-dead gorgeous view, this private retreat has front-row seats to nature's show. Set on a generous 864m2 site, this cute-as 1940s cottage is packed with charm and waiting for its next chapter. Whether you're looking for a peaceful base to unwind, a blank canvas for a future dream build, or a project you can shape into something dreamy and special, then this wee gem should be on your shopping list. Open the master bedroom blinds to views across the harbour and the rising morning sun. This is more than a property — it’s a feeling.
Debbie Crarer M 027 253 6344
Crarer M 027 433 6083
Space & style in the heart of Otonga Valley
Escape to the peaceful charm of Waitetuna and experience a lifestyle where nature and style co-exist in perfect harmony. This unique property offers an exceptional blend of rolling pasture, native bush, and natural water sources, creating a haven for those seeking privacy, space, and serenity. The beautifully refurbished home is a standout, showcasing a retrorustic design that effortlessly combines timeless character with modern comfort. With four spacious bedrooms, three inviting lounges, and multiple living zones, there's room for the whole family, and more. A large garage with internal access adds practicality, while the mezzanine floor and dedicated office space provide flexibility for work, hobbies, or additional storage. Whether you're entertaining, working from home, or simply soaking in the natural surroundings, this home delivers both functionality and flair in equal measure. Opportunities like this in Otonga Valley are rare. Only a short drive from Raglan, Hamilton, and coastal escapes, yet a world away from the hustle and bustle. Don't miss your chance to live the good life — your rural dream begins here.
Step into summer living at its best with this epic bach-style retreat, tucked away on one of Raglan’s most sought-after streets. Whether you’re chasing an easy weekend escape, a sun-filled family base, or a place to settle full-time, this multilevel beauty brings together everything you love about coastal living. Set on a prime corner in Raglan West, just a flip-flop stroll to the boat ramp, playground and town, this three-bedroom, two-bathroom home has all the space you need to stretch out and soak up the good life. Upstairs is where the magic happens – a breezy open kitchen and dining zone that flows straight onto a huge sun-drenched deck. Fire up the BBQ, crack open a cold drink, and let the harbour views set the vibe. There’s room for the whole crew with multiple lounges spread across different levels. The mid-level serves up the master bedroom, a second lounge and family bathroom, while downstairs you’ll find two more light-filled bedrooms plus a bonus garage space ready to be whatever you dream up. 6a Pokohui Avenue is one of Raglan’s hidden gems and it’s ready for you now. Don’t let it slip by!
RGL208895
James Lambie M 027 852 1830 E james.lambie@pb.co.nz
3 2 2 1
For Sale $899,000
View By appointment
Web pb.co.nz/RGU204593
James Lambie M 027 852 1830 E james.lambie@pb.co.nz
This single-level designer home blends unique features with award-winning craftsmanship. Built by multi awardwinning Design Builders, it won Gold at the 2025 Waikato Master Builders Awards. From the Shou Sugi
exterior to polished concrete floors and Okoume ply ceilings, it exudes modern style. At its
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with scullery, window seat, and seamless flow to the deck and living with wood fireplace, plus a lounge with Mt Karioi views. Enjoy the skylit, covered outdoor living with fireplace or the walk-in wine cellar. The home includes three double bedrooms, office/fourth, family bathroom, separate toilet, and a master with ensuite and walk-in wardrobe, with storage throughout. On a landscaped corner site with double garage, outdoor shower, boat parking, and heat transfer system. In Rangitahi, steps to the Hut Café, courts, town, surf, and beaches. bayleys.co.nz/2620043
RAGLAN 127A Otonga Valley Road
RAGLAN 127A Otonga Valley Road
RAGLAN
RAGLAN 98A Houchen Road
Unwind in the Country
Unwind in the Country
Richard Thomson M 027 294 8625
Well-presented
Character with Views
Well-presented
Relax on sunny decks at 127A Otonga Valley Road with peaceful rural views. This tidy, renovated three-bedroom home features a log burner, double garage, and a sleepout/office. Set on 2.7 hectares (more or less), enjoy space for gardens, orchards, or a pony. Ideal for families, remote workers, or lifestyle seekers near Raglan, Te Uku & Hamilton.
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double garage, and a sleepout/office. Set on 2.7 hectares (more or less), enjoy space for gardens, orchards, or a pony. Ideal for families, remote workers, or lifestyle seekers near Raglan, Te Uku & Hamilton.
Relax on sunny decks at 127A Otonga Valley Road with peaceful rural views. This tidy, renovated three-bedroom home features a log burner, double garage, and a sleepout/office. Set on 2.7 hectares (more or less), enjoy space for gardens, orchards, or a pony. Ideal for families, remote workers, or lifestyle seekers near Raglan, Te Uku & Hamilton.
Richard Thomson M 027 294 8625
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WAITETUNA 2651 State Highway
Richard Thomson M 027 294 8625
E richard.thomson@pggwrightson.co.nz
Well-presented
Well-presented renovated three-bedroom home with sunroom, modern kitchen and bathroom, polished wood floors, and a cozy log burner. Enjoy open-plan living and large decks with rural views. Includes single garage,
living and large decks with rural views. Includes single garage, workshop, and a self-contained unit. Set on 7,220m² with space for gardens, pets, or grazing. A lifestyle gem in the vibrant Te Mata community.
Richard Thomson M 027 294 8625
E richard.thomson@pggwrightson.co.nz
Richard Thomson M 027 294 8625
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Richard Thomson M 027 294 8625
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Richard Thomson M 027 294 8625
E richard.thomson@pggwrightson.co.nz
• 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 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
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By Negotiation
Seaside Family Retreat - Raglan, Nz | Why build, when you can step straight into a luxurious, near new home - without the stress? Positioned on a premium corner site, this beautifully designed architectural retreat captures uninterrupted views across the inner harbour, Mt Karioi and the lush greens of the Raglan Golf Course. Bathed in natural light from sunrise to sunset, the home’s main living areas open out to generous, sun-drenched wraparound decks. These thoughtfully designed outdoor zones follow the movement of the sun and the rhythm of daily life - a place to enjoy your morning coffee, connect in the afternoon and unwind in the evening.
Jono Hutson 021 488 766
jonoh@lodge.co.nz
$805,000
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. A must view !
Jono Hutson 021 488 766
jonoh@lodge.co.nz
$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
By Negotiation
Lifestyle Paradise | First time on the market in over 30 years, this exceptional lifestyle property in Te Uku, Raglan is like no other. Set in a relaxing oasis of manicured gardens and captivating wide open spaces, this elegant and thoughtfully crafted property is one to be cherished, yet offers so much more potential. This impressive 5.2-hectare (more or less) property offers a perfect blend of gentle, mixed contour that enhances both its beauty and functionality. With its exceptional Mairoa ash soil type, the land is ideally suited for a wide range of horticultural pursuits, providing an excellent foundation for future growth and productivity.
Jono Hutson 021 488 766 jonoh@lodge.co.nz
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3-5 Oct @ the Raglan Harbour View Hotel Celebration surf, live music, classic cars and more... For more info, head to Facebook: @harbourviewhotel
LIVE & LOCAL 10 Oct Ft. Schnuki, Gabrielle & Abstract Fish Lungs @ the Raglan Old School Arts Centre, 5 Stewart St. Adults (18 plus) Recommended $10, Minimum $5 –pay what you can. Free entry for ages 17 & below. IG @raglanoldschool (see more on right of this page)
NEON JUNGLE @ The Yard 11 Oct with DJs Hutchie, Gypsea, Couscous n Fluff Tix: Undertheradar $10 presales $15 door
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RAGLAN COUNTRY & BLUES FESTIVAL 25-27 Oct
@ the Raglan Old School Arts Centre, Harbourview Hotel & Congregational ‘Heritage’ HALLOWEEN BLOW-OUT @ The Yard 31 Oct Teamsquad, Jett Ranger, DJ Big O Dress up, prizes, Tix: Undertheradar @ the_yard_raglan (see more on right of this page)
RAGLAN ARTS WEEKEND (RAW) 25 - 27 Oct
Self-guided tour of artist’s studios & exhibitions
RAW - PREVIEW EXHIBITION 3 - 27 Oct @ the Raglan Old School Arts Centre
THE HATCH - OPENING NIGHT 24 Oct
The Hatch - emerging artists exhibition for RAW. @ Raglan Town Hall 6.30pm, all welcome.
VISIT LOCAL GALLERIES & ART STORES
AROUND TOWN...
JET Collective @jetcollectiveraglan
Made Gallery @made.gallery23
Kanuka @kanukadesign
Show Off @show_off_new_zealand
BRex Framing & Gallery @brexphotodesign
2026 RAGLAN CALENDARS
$18
With photography by Jillian Lankshear
Available from: JET COLLECTIVE @jetcollectiveraglan
SILO POT HOLDERS
Laser-cut bamboo, 3 sizes available.
$57.50
Available from: CYCLED DESIGN www.cycled-design.com @cycled_design_raglan
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120 YEAR ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION WEEKEND
3-5 October @ the Harbour View Hotel
3 days of celebrations!
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RAGLAN CREATIVE MARKET
Oct 12, 9am - 1pm, Old School Art Centre @creativeraglanmarket An opportunity to sample locally made food & food products.
RAGLAN GROWERS MARKET
Every Friday from 5pm - 7pm at 1 Stewart Street
A vibing community market with backyard growers, market gardeners & local food producers. @raglangrowersmarket
RAGLAN CROP SWAP
1st & 3rd Sunday of the month, Raglan Bowling Club
This is a cash free & community sharing event where people can share something and take something home from their kitchens & gardens.
For Sale
FIREWOOD –DELIVERED – TRAILER LOAD – DRY old man pine – 215.00, Pine –210.00, Blackwood 220.00, Phone 021 0771524.
RAGLAN HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY FLOWER AND VEGETABLE
SHOW Saturday 1st November in Raglan Town Hall. 9-30am to 2-30 pm. Details available from: iHub, Facebook, Library, Horticultural Society Members or by e-mail pownallfamily@ hotmail.com.
RAGLAN HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY NEXT MEETING
Tuesday 21 October at 1pm in the Church Hall, Stewart Street. Guest speaker –Matt Stockton. Floral Art theme – A Table Decoration. Normal competitions, display table, sales table, Garden Vibes, raffle, tea and biscuits. All welcome.
ART - EVENTS - COMMUNITY
WHAINGAROA TALENT FACTORY- LIVE
YOUTH MUSIC SHOWCASE Saturday, October 4th at Raglan Town Hall from 5pm. DEEP DIAMONDS - CHRIS MEEK
EXHIBITION, Studeo gallery 21 Cross Street, Opening Fri 24 Oct 5.30pm, will run 24 Oct - 9 Nov.
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
5 STEWART STREET, RAGLAN
RAGLAN ARTS WEEKEND
OPENING NIGHT TICKETS ON SALE NOW –final tickets on sale! Enjoy a cocktail & beautiful grazing-table style meal with our RAW artists. $55, Iso Bistro, 6.30 – 9.30pm, Thur 23 Oct. Visit www.raglanartsweekend.nz for more info & to book.
RAW PREVIEW EXHIBITION – FRIDAY 3 OCT – MON 27 OCT Showcasing artworks from each RAW artist. Don’t miss the popular 300×300 exhibition within the Preview Exhibition which features artworks for sale at only $200, with proceeds going towards RAW 2026. Open daily 10am – 2pm.
OPENING OF ‘THE HATCH’ – 24 OCTOBER Check out Whāingaroa’s hottest new art talent with the RAW’s Emerging Artist show opening at the Town Hall. 6.30pm onwards. All welcome.
RAW OPEN STUDIOS 25-27 OCTOBER Grab a map & choose your own adventure! Over 65 artists in 43 locations across beautiful Whāingaroa, open 10am – 5pm. Free –download a map www.raglanartsweekend.nz, use the one in this Local Rag issue, or pick one up from Raglan iHub or the Old School. Enter our competition at each studio to win a $1000 Raglan getaway at a Groundswell property.
SPIRIT OF CHRISTMAS 2025 – CALL FOR ARTISTS Seeking local artists to participate in our local pre-Christmas, cash-&-carry arts & crafts sale 29 Nov – 14 Dec. Accepting entries in all art forms. Suggested price range is $5 to $500 - artworks to be local & aimed at the art lover & Christmas shopper. info@raglanartscentre.co.nz THE TAVERN – FRIDAY 3 OCTOBER Waikatomade movie. Friday night screening. Filmmaker Matt Hicks will attend for a Q&A after the screening. The movie's exclusive PISS beer will be available for purchase at the foyer bar. 7pm, book online www.raglanmovies.nz
CENTRE & CYLINDER – POTTERY WHEEL WORKSHOP FOR ADULTS With Joseph Rowe – learn to create the basic shape plus how to trim & glaze your work. Suitable for beginners | 3 Saturdays 4 -18 Oct | 10am –1pm | $220 RCAC+Clay members $240 RCAC members $260 non-members | all materials & firing included | Bookings essential www. raglanartscentre.co.nz/workshops
LIVE & LOCAL – FRI 10 OCT – Schnuki, Gabrielle & Abstract Fish Lungs. Whare Tapere, 7.30-9.30pm, doors 7pm. Recommended entry $10, Min. $5 – pay what you can afford. Free entry for ages 17&U. Licensed bar & café open.
RAGLAN CREATIVE MARKET – SUNDAY 12 OCT 10am – 2pm at the Old School, 5 Stewart Street, second Sunday of every month.
TAMARIKI CLAY CLASSES TERM 4 2025. 6-week programme for 5-12yo | Mon 13 Oct –24 Nov with Belinda Thomas (no class 27 Oct) | 3.30pm – 5pm | $160 | All materials included. Bookings essential www.raglanartscentre.co.nz/ workshops
REGULAR EVENTS
Ragtimers Ukulele Group 2nd and every subsequent Wed 4pm
Clay
on
10am Raglan Art Group
on 1st Fri, 10am Backgammon Club monthly on last Friday, 5pm Readers Book Club Monthly on last Friday, 10.30am
