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SOLD PROPERTIES 25/8 Violet Street $393,000

2 houses on 1 title Potential to achieve $600pw combined rental income

Open Homes Saturday 2pm - 9c East Street

Raglan Real Estate Ltd Licenced (REAA 2008)

78F Greenslade Rd Auction

40a Cross St Auction

2 Opotoru Rd Auction

AUCTION Fri 3rd February 2012 - 6pm Ray White Office, 21 Bow St, Raglan 61b Lorenzen Bay Rd BEGINNINGS AuctionNEW Solid brick 3 brm family home in rural setting Office & rumpus, single garage, internal access

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OPEN HOME Saturday 11am 297 Te Papatapu Road

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family living / Easy care garden 42 Kaitoke St/ Fabulous 3 dble brms + office, entertainers kitchen section Sun drenched open plan living & decks paved entertainment area $249,000 Large Double garaging with internal access Prior Auction offers considered

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OPEN HOME Saturday 1pm 23a Violet Street

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We have been busy selling!!!

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Phone the Team for a free appraisal on you property 07 825 8669 Ray White Office, 21 Bow St Raglan ph: 07 825 8669.

INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITY • 2 Storey House In 2 Legal Flats

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Plumbed shed (potential ancillary unit), well planted garden Prior Auction offers considered.

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• Panoramic Harbour & Mountain Views • 2 Acre + Lifestyle Block – Prime Location • Single Garage & Storage Shed Prior Auction offers considered.

OPEN HOME TRUCK & VAN DELIVERIES ID#RAG20952 Saturday 12pm 335 Wainui Road

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NEW SERVICES! - VAN DELIVERIES Stylishly redecorated this tidy little home has all you need. With two bedrooms inside the house and an additional room outside you will enjoy the open plan living and fully fenced section. Relax on the lovely decking while enjoying the easy care section.

Ideal opportunity for you to enter the fastgrowing market in Raglan!

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Saturday 1pm 6 Violet Street

SIZE IS NOT A PROBLEM Local Business Serving Raglan District Since 1996

This 3 bedroom weatherboard home has many great features: Double garaging 2 bedrooms with ensuite + family bathroom Native timber flooring Private off road location Just a walk to the beach, on the bus route.

Wonderful family home/ investment/ rental (Currently rented $300/wk) Prior Auction offers considered.

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4 bedroom home with endless options Wonderful family home Modern new kitchen Large double garaging and workshop Large shade houses with irrigation throughout 1212m² of land Prior Auction offers considered.

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Saturday 1pm 10 Violet Street

Located close to town & beach. This is a 2 bedroom immaculate home, fully lockable garage with power. Elevated and sunny, only minutes to the nearest beach & town centre. The house has polished timber flooring, is fully insulated, newly roofed, newly painted and has a newly decked spa pool area. The easy care, fully fenced section will make this home a pleasure to live in.

Prior Auction offers considered.

Sunday 1pm ID#RAG20968 19 Manukau Road

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OPEN HOME Saturday 2pm 55 Government Road

Four double bedroom home on 625m² Two large living areas, 2 ½ bathrooms Fantastic designer kitchen, entertainer’s oven Large family area flows out to sunny deck or alfresco dining Glorious Mtn views, magnificent sunsets & a glimpse of the harbour.

Prior Auction offers considered.

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OPEN HOME Sunday 1pm 1 Seabreeze Way

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Daniel Kereopa, winner of the inaugural Ultimate Waterman title, with his taiaha trophy. Full story page 3.

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To the Editor, we are often asked at Xtreme Zero Waste who is responsible for the litter along the State Highway between Raglan and Hamilton.

The road is managed by Transit NZ but the litter collection is done

by Fulton Hogan. The contract is not for a regular service so much as they will clean the verges if litter is more than a certain amount for a measured distance. Their surveys to determine extent of litter are also not regular and they rely on being told when there is a problem.

If people are concerned about the volume of litter along the State Highway or see a specific problem, such as the large load dumped on the deviation, please ring Cherie, Fulton Hogan, on 07 8480747 so they can action it and keep our gateway to Raglan clean.

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Message from the Mayor, The Waikato and our district are growing; there’s no two ways about that. The Waikato is New Zealand’s fourth largest economic contributor and home to close to 10% of the country’s workforce.

Set in the ‘golden triangle’ connecting Hamilton, Auckland and Tauranga, our district is adjacent to major road and rail transport links and sits strategically between two major sea ports and New Zealand’s busiest international airport.

We’re rich in natural resources and offer a fantastic lifestyle, with affordable land and housing options. The Yashili dairy plant at Pokeno is a global food WeatherMap - New Zealand weather forecasts processing firm. Housing needs are seeing more people moving to the northern parts of our district.

We are also seeing growth in other places, whether it’s at Ngaruawahia, where the first 40 lots in the River Terraces development have been consented, Waikato Milking Systems putting in Stage Two of their development at Northgate at Horotiu, or thinking about industrial land needs at Huntly.

Our district is unique and planning for and managing its growth is an important Council function. From beaches to ranges, expressways to rural roads – how we live, work and play varies across the district and there are different rules depending on where you live. Balancing the needs and use of rich, fertile soils with urban growth is challenging.

The Waikato District Plan is a key planning document that sets out the rules for how land is used, developed and divided. Whether you are dividing your section, building or renovating, want to run a business from home or organise an event, the District Plan covers all these activities.

That plan, which currently covers all sections of the district, is going to be reviewed. This is so eventually we have one document and a consistent set of rules making it easier for residents, ratepayers and developers to understand and get permission for their activities.

Like all good things it’s not going to happen overnight so it’s a long-term project. It is also your district; your place and your home so we want to plan it together.

While we are currently consulting on our Long Term Plan (LTP), over the coming months we will also need your help planning for the longer term needs of this great place we live. Look out for http://www.weathermap.co.nz/?p=ragla your opportunity to contribute.

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aniel Kereopa – Raglan’s multi-talented waterman – has proven his mettle against the world’s best by bringing home the inaugural Ultimate Waterman title.

An emotional Daniel stood on the podium at Waterman Central, at Auckland’s Mission Bay, to receive his taiaha trophy in front of family, friends and supporters on Saturday.

He said he had spent years training for that moment. But all the time he had put into training - and the time spent away from his family and partner Renee - had all been worth it.

“It paid off. It was lots and lots of hard work,” he said the next day, feeling tired and sore. “It’s the hardest road I’ve been on but I’ve reached a pinnacle this week. So I’m happy.”

The competition, organised by Raglanbased Surfing New Zealand, ended with a 15km stand-up paddle (SUP) endurance race, in which Daniel came fifth, one place behind closest points rival Kai Lenny (Hawaii). The race was won by SUP world champion Connor Baxter, with American champion paddler Danny Ching second.

Eight elite athletes from around the world were invited to take part in the New

Zealand event, travelling from Auckland to the Coromandel, Otago and Raglan over eight days to find the best conditions for the five surfing-related disciplines.

Unfortunately, conditions were not right for the sixth discipline that was planned big wave surfing – despite Cyclone Pam’s appearance during competition week.

Kai Lenny came second overall in The Ultimate Waterman event, with Connor Baxter a close third.

Going into the last race Daniel had a third and a fifth placing for shortboard and waka ama endurance races respectively, plus two wins – for stand-up paddle surfing and for the longboard.

The longboard event was held at Daniel’s home break at Manu Bay last Thursday evening in front of an enthusiastic crowd of locals, surfers and RedBull television cameras.

“Once I won that [the longboard race] I knew I had a really good shot at winning,” he said.

During the last race on Saturday, Daniel was doing his maths along the way and knew as long as he stuck close to Kai Lenny, 2014 SUP World Tour champ, he had a chance at the title.

It meant a lot to Daniel to have his whole family waiting there at the finish line.

“Their message through the week was ‘just go out there and have some fun’. They just kept reminding me about that,” Daniel said.

There was no containing the pride that Daniel’s mother, Rangi Kereopa felt at the end, as she said: “We’ve done it!”

Surfing New Zealand chief executive Greg Townsend said it had been great for New Zealand to have such a high calibre range of elite athletes in the country.

“They loved the event, they loved the country and they all want to come back.

The scene has been set for a great global event which could be developed in so many different ways,” he said.

Planning had already started on the 2016 event.

Daniel was currently living between Raglan and Orewa, where he ran a surf school. He and Renee were also developing the ‘DK’ range of SUP boards, t-shirts and caps, with his win giving his brand and credibility “a great kick start”.

But after a rest, he would back out there in the surf as all the competitors had decided to make it harder for each other next time.

“They said ‘you’re going to have to train twice as hard’, so I’m going to train three times as hard,” Daniel said. “It’s game on now for next year’s event.” Rachel Benn

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The Kereopa family celebrate Daniel’s win after he is crowned the 2015 Ultimate Waterman in Auckland

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Plenty in favour of dogs return to town S

hould dogs be allowed in Raglan’s main street? Many locals think it’s time they were.

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The Waikato District Council last week heard submissions on proposed changes to the Dog Control Policy and Bylaw, which would, among other things, maintain the current ban on dogs in Bow Street and extend it to Volcom Lane.

The council said 221 submission were received on the bylaw, raising issues about dangerous dogs, the control of dogs in public places, dog exercise areas and the impounding of dogs.

Submissions were received both for and against the Bow St and Volcom Lane bans, it said.

Karioi Lodge owner Charlie Young said he read through most of the submissions, of which about 40 or 50 were about Raglan. These submissions overwhelming supported a revision or removal of the ban.

Another local, Dave March, one of the 13 submitters who appeared before the Policy and Regulatory Committee, presented a petition on the issue.

“In Raglan, 800 people have signed a petition calling for dogs to be allowed in the CBD - that’s more people than voted at the general election the Raglan area.

This is a significant majority. We have had encountered very little support for the current bylaw and its extension,” he told the committee.

He also mentioned another petition against the ban two years ago, which was signed by 600 people.

Dogs were currently prohibited on the main streets of Raglan, Ngaruawahia, Huntly, Te Kauwhata and Tuakau in the Waikato region.

The council said the ban of dogs in Bow Street was introduced in 2003 in response to multiple dog attacks in the main street,

concerns about fouling on the footpath, congestion around eating areas and fears in the community about certain breeds of dogs.

Charlie said he did not recall any consultation with the community before the ban was introduced. But he remembered it occurred after a well-publicised dog attack on a little girl, which created a “knee jerk” crackdown on dogs throughout the country.

The dog ban was not good for Raglan, as it was overly restrictive on a large group of visitors. The town was particularly missing out on domestic travellers who wanted to visit Raglan and bring their dogs with them.

“Why are we saying ‘no’ to this big group of people?” Charlie asked.

The ban also made Raglan out-of-step with other New Zealand cities and tourist destinations.

“We’re about the only tourist town left that doesn’t allow dogs on leads [in the central business district],” he said.

Local nurse and dog owner Anna Dahlberg, who also made a verbal submission, said she was aware of suburbs in central Auckland, such as Remuera, which allowed dogs on leads in their CBD, with cafes even providing drinking bowls for dogs.

The current ban made it difficult for her to go into Raglan for shopping or to go to cafes. “Dogs in cars in the heat is a real nono,” she explained.

The blanket ban on all dogs, because of the bad behaviour by a small minority of them, was not the answer. It was good for dogs to be out and about with their owners as bad behaviour was often the result of not being walked enough.

“Instead of taking dog walking areas away from us, give us more walking areas,” Anna said.

Anna Dahlberg’s dog Billy appealed to the Waikato District Council last week to remove Raglan’s ban on dogs in the CBD. Dave March suggested to the committee that Raglan be exempted from the proposed Waikato-wide bylaw due to public opposition and the fact it was a tourist destination with a different demogarphic to the rest of the province.

He was meeting with the Raglan Community Board and a public workshop would also be held so the community could discuss alternatives, such as seasonal bans, to the blanket prohibition.

Dave asked that the committee either give the requested exemption or delay its decision until the community’s views had been aired at the workshop.

Committee members would meet again to deliberate before a final policy and bylaw was adopted at a full council meeting on April 13.

Rachel Benn

All sweet at Juan’s new food cart The face behind the counter was the same but everything else a little different when Raglan’s mobile Latin American eatery returned to town last week.

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For one thing Juan Gomez – pictured serving one of his younger customers at the weekend – is now in a new location with more foot traffic, outside The Herbal Dispensary. For another the business is now called not Juantanamera but Raglan Cruisers, in a nod to the enterprising Venezuelan's sideline business making skateboard decks.

And for yet another, he now has a dinky new bright yellow caravan.

The fare’s different too: one of the gleaming new machines at either side of the counter is for making churros, a deepfried donut-style treat, and the other churns out chocolate dipping sauce to complement the churros’ sugar coating.

As the wording on his caravan indicates, Juan also intends offering acai which is a berry from the Amazon – a superfood full of antioxidants and “all good stuff” that will come in a fruit bowl, he says.

“Everything is new from scratch,” Juan told the Chronicle proudly in his strong Spanish accent, adding he’d spent a year – and about $15,000 – on this latest venture.

Edith Symes

Service with a smile: Juan Gomez with another happy customer

The monarchs of Glenn’s enterprising mother-in-law

Animal Health Column For Raglan People + their Pets

Nutrition for athletes

Glenn and Hannelore in the garden with the chrysalises on mesh pegged to the drying rack.

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hungry turning pumpkin eaters sounds a mishmash of children’s stories, but for Hannelore LintzenFuchs it’s a fascinating true account of how she’s succeeded in breeding endangered Monarch butterflies.

Hannelore shared her story with the Chronicle last week before returning to Germany, having spent the summer as she does with family on Wainui Road where 60-odd caterpillars are currently very busy morphing from larvae to chrysalises to the beautiful butterflies of storybook fame.

And all on an additional diet of pumpkin – fine slivers of it in small pottles and large bowls covered with garden mesh to which they attach before their ultimate transformation.

Hannelore then carefully removes the mesh – with its chrysalises dangling – to the great outdoors, watches and waits.

“It is so interesting to see how the caterpillars shed their skin (before becoming chrysalises),” she says in near-perfect English of the process that happens annually before her eyes on the coffee table of her granny flat. “And it is very nice to observe the butterfly come out.”

When the Chronicle called to see her project there was a large piece of mesh draped over the handlebars of a bicycle at the door with a dozen or so green caterpillar chrysalises attached, and outside in the garden were small single bits of mesh – each with its own chrysalis – pegged to an old drying rack.

“Here they hatch,” Hanelore explained. The new butterflies can dry their wings better in the breeze outside before flying free. And sixyear-old grand-daughter Nina gets to hold them on the tip of her finger before they flutter away.

Nina and her father Glenn Campbell are now – since Hannelore’s departure – “in charge” of the operation, says the legendary

surfer who was New Zealand champ way back in the ‘80s. GC, as he’s better known locally, met his German wife Anne while working as a surf instructor here in Raglan and reckons together with Nina they’re up to the challenge of seeing the butterflies hatch successfully.

He showed the Chronicle the decimated swan plants in their garden from which his mother-in-law plucks the bigger caterpillars each year to nurture inside. They munch the leaves and strip the plants bare, only the largest of the species able to survive and successfully metamorphosise with the help of what the experts now call “alternative fuels” like pumpkin.

Fresh cucumber will also sustain resourceful Monarch caterpillars, according to the internet from where Hannelore first got her information.

But they apparently need lots of the host plant first – finishing off with an alternative – to grow the required 3000 times in size from when the Monarch eggs are laid through to metamorphosis. Edith Symes

Man recovering well after accident A Te Uku man, who was airlifted to Waikato Hospital last week, is recovering well after breaking his femur.

The 47-year-old man, who did not wish to be named, was working at a building site in Whale Bay on Wednesday last week when he fell down a steep bank and sustained an upper leg fracture.

The Waikato Westpac Rescue Helicopter said the fire and ambulance services attended the accident, but decided to call in the rescue helicopter because of the isolated nature of the site.

The only access was via a rough 4-wheel drive track, with the man located further down the steep bank, which made access difficult and transport uncomfortable for the patient.

A winch was used to deploy a media and get a stretcher to the man.

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Everyone knows that if you train or work like an athlete, you must also eat like an athlete. Without proper nutrition, your body cannot perform at its best… and the same goes for your dog!

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The Waikato Westpac Rescue Helicopter airlifts a local man to Waikato Hospital after he fell down a steep bank at Whale Bay last week.

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He told the Raglan Chronicle that he was discharged from hospital on Monday night and was now up and

walking after having his thigh pinned.

The man praised the emergency services involved and was very thankful for the “great job” they had done.

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he Waikato Sport Fishing Club’s annual SIMRAD Raglan One Base tournament, hosted by the Raglan Club, had great weather during the competition.

With the tournament starting on Thursday the 19th, the seas saw a turnout of 124 anglers, aboard 37 boats, all competing for this years top prizes.

On the first day boats went in all directions with mixed success. Team 'Seavannah' targeted skipjack tuna using light 3 kg tackle, while 200 meters away team 'VooDoo 1' played a large black marlin for 3 hours. Unfortunately the hooks pulled and the fish became just a story.

Over the three days this year the tournament saw just a 0.03 kg difference between 1st and 3rd overall kahawai, which is always a popular catch and feisty sports fish. Simon Rush of ‘Plan Sea’ took out the top prize with a 3.01 kg example.

This was Raglan local Renee Doig’s firstever fishing competition, and she was absolutely delighted to take out the trevally section with a 1.40 kg catch.

This year it was decided to only tag and release sharks alongside introducing a mahimahi section, due to the high concentration of this tropical fish off Raglan. Simon Richards aboard

Legasea took out this section with a 1.69 kg specimen with the added bonus of being a delicious table fish.

The tag and release section was heavily fought, with 13 sharks in total being tagged and released, with 1 stripped marlin tagged by Paul Brown aboard 'Scotty. This secured Brown the prize of top tag and release, alongside the most points for individual angler. Team Scotty took out the Top Team prize.

The heaviest marlin was taken out by Blair Housley reeling in at a weight of 99.8 kg aboard 'Unleashed' - this being Housley’s first marlin.

Second heaviest, weighing in at 91 kg, went to Murray Wallace.

Tim Cresswell from team CO took out the snapper section with an 8.80 kg fish, with the crew becoming the last man standing in the Simrad Lucky Team Draw.

The $5000 team draw proved to be most entertaining. A total of 37 teams entered, which was narrowed down to ten, then again to the last three standing. Third place draw of a $1000 Simrad product voucher went to team 'The Salty Swallow'. Second place draw of a $1500 Simrad product voucher went to the crew of 'Wait 4 Me', with the major prize of a SIMRAD NSS 7 EVO2 Multifunction Chartplotter going to team 'CO'.

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Yot Club brings great mix of music

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his week brings a wide range of international guests to the Yotty with Brazillian DJs, an Australian band as well as bands from the 'Naki' and the 'Tron'.

Friday brings tropical flavours back to Raglan with international DJs and live producer sets delivering the true styles of South America to Whaingaroa. Brazilian funk, soul and record collector DJ Paulo will jam some of the rare tunes from his motherland and Melbourne’s Cumbia Cosmonauts will also do a live electronica set.

Teaming up with them is Auckland’s favourite Brazilian, Bobby Brazuka. Make sure you bring your dancing shoes, $5 from 9pm. Saturday brings original hard rock from New Plymouth and one of Raglan’s favourite bands, Darkwater, with support from Hamilton band Checaine. Sunday brings the last Sunday Session of summer, featuring The Beatjoiner, Dj Atmosphere and Jamin-I with MC Jinja Cat. This is the last Sunday Sesh of the summer, (although the Yot and Sunday sessions will bring you an outdoor/ indoor extravaganza on Easter Saturday) drink specials till 8pm, FREE from 420, $10 after 8pm.

From eight, we will be finishing inside with one of Australia top bands the rockabilly/ surf / soul madness that is Le Bastard. Simply

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aikato school children will be very ‘hoppy’ when they receive a free book on New Zealand frogs - Pepeketua, from the Institute of Professional Learning, part of the Faculty of Education at the University of Waikato.

The book aims to educate children in a fun and engaging way about conservation and ecology, using our four native, rare and endangered frog species, some of which are only the size of a $2 coin.

The book was a joint effort by a group of people, who gifted their time to make the book happen. Rachael Goddard (from Raglan), who is the Environmental & Sustainability Manager at the university, wrote the book.

Rachael said she was delighted when everyone came together to work voluntarily, including the illustrator, and an expert herpetologist from Otago University. She says she has tried

to make the book fun and appealing, to raise awareness and make science more interesting for children.

Head of Facilities Management at the university, John Cameron, sponsored the printing of the book, saying it was good outreach and engagement with the community, helping to raise awareness on conservation and ecology.

Five-hundred copies of the book are being gifted to schools and local environmental groups.

Anyone can download a free PDF version from http://www.waikato.ac.nz/ professionallearning/learning4-stores

Raglan Mowers and More to open

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much anticipated small motor sales and service centre for Raglan people will be opening next to the Repco shop at Raglan Engineering, 2 Park Drive on 1st April 2015.

Raglan Mowers and More will be operated by Adam Hohneck, a very capable and qualified small motor mechanic.

Adam and his partner moved to Raglan 5 years ago when partner Hillary got a job

at Raglan Area School and have recently become homeowners so now live and both work in their hometown.

So if your mower-chainsaw-weedeatergenerator or even go-kart needs some expert attention, Adam is definitely your man at 2 Park Drive.

Watch this space for a grand Repco, Raglan Mowers and More opening one Saturday soon.

New Plymouth band 'Darkwater' unmissable this will be a fantastic way to finish off the Sunday sessions for another season.

Upcoming gigs include the previous mentioned Easter Saturday session, Meteor on Saturday April 11, with Jonathan Crayford and members of Cornerstone Roots, Phoenix Foundation and Holly Smith band, and local funk band Mighty Mighty on Saturday 18th April. In the future we have gigs confirmed with Tiki Taane on 21 May and Trinity Roots on Queens Birthday.

One last thing... if NZ make the Cricket World Cup final we will be projecting onto the big screens inside and out on Sunday. If we don't make it...who cares?

Andy Meek I was raised in a Christian family in the Netherlands. We attended church every Sunday which I found reassuring but it wasn’t a personal choice. As a teenager I continued going and thought I had all the answers. I was arrogant in a naïve kind of way.

When I came to New Zealand at 19, I had freedom from parental guidance. I made some dumb mistakes because there wasn’t anybody to question me. Looking back I’m convinced God has always been there with me. Even though I didn’t give Him any thought, He thought about me all the time.

For six years I didn’t go to church or do anything to grow my faith. But I began to miss that routine on a Sunday morning. Every day seemed the same without it. I found a lovely church in Morrinsville and started attending. There were still a few things I had to iron out, but already I felt a lot better.

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OPENING HOURS: 8AM - 5PM WEEKDAYS 8AM - 12PM SATURDAYS Around that time the relationship I was in ended just before we were supposed to go sharemilking (a dream of mine). Sadly, we didn’t make a clean cut business-wise and muddled on for a bit longer which was very stressful. I remember one night in my bedroom I broke down and prayed a prayer out of the bottom of my heart that I couldn’t do it alone and that I didn’t want to grow into a bitter person full of resentment towards my ex-partner. After that prayer I felt so much lighter, like I was a child who had talked to my own dad. But that’s just it isn’t it? God is my Heavenly Father and always listens when I spend time with Him. Now twelve years later I have grown in my faith. I look forward to Sundays and spending time with my church family. No way would I want to do life without Him. Mirjam Koning

If you have questions about God, or want to know more about this story, contact: Activate Church Ps Andrew Roughton 825 6563, Union Church Ps Doug Stephenson 825 8276, Surfside Church Ps Roger Peart 825 5199, Anglican Church Jan Mitchell 825 5122

This is a paid feature from combined churches in Raglan. The opinions and views expressed are those of the individuals and do not necessarily represent the views of the editors or publishers of the Chronicle

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Museum researchers need your Raglan Museum three years on help to complete WW1 tribute

Les Soanes and Cynthia Tucker from the WW1 exhibition project group studying photos they have no names for

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putting in hundreds of hours researching photos and creating the content for an ambitious and ‘very appropriate’ tribute to WW1 in this century year since Gallipoli.

The aspirations of the group include locating and positively identifying an image of every soldier from the district who fought overseas; a task demanding a level of forensic-like research both challenging and rewarding.

“We know that 151 men went off to war from Raglan and surrounds and of that 30 did not come home while about 60% who did came home injured. This experience is in line with casualty rates experienced throughout the country. You can imagine the impact such a loss would have had on the district.”

Help is sought to try to identify

a number of significant original photos depicting mainly groups of soldiers from this area that have not been positively identified. Of the 151 named soldiers who will be listed on a special display, 86 have a photo to go with the name, so the WW1 group are keen to try to find a photo for each and every soldier listed.

“It is a task calling for a fair measure of patience and a bent toward detective work”, says one of the researchers, Kaz Willoughby.

Her job has been to crossreference an array of historical information to arrive at conclusive proof of identification. So far this has resulted in a massive amount of data stored in the museum computer. The exhibition will include an audio visual as well as static displays and will take pride of place inside the museum when it opens on 18 April.

Holding up a scaled-down model of the exhibition’s structure Ken says though there is a lot of work left to do everyone on board

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is really looking forward to seeing the fitting tribute settled and open to viewing. The exhibition will include letters written home by soldiers, diary notes while the audio visual presentation will include interviews with families.

“If we were to extrapolate the number of soldier’s this district sent with today’s population it would see us fare welling about 1000 men. That’s how great this event was in our history.”

The stories aren’t just of the soldiers experiences either. How Raglan coped without the men for so many years and how the community rallied round in a multitude of ways to support the war fundraising effort will also feature.

In terms of enlistments, this district has the unique distinction of being the home of the very first New Zealander to join the war effort. Herbert Ambrose Cooper, a Waitetuna farmer, signed up, having gained his pilots wings from an English flying school.

When war broke out he joined the Royal Flying Corp. Cooper died in 1916 aged 29 years.

Work started in earnest on the exhibition a year ago, with funding gained from a share of the more than $17million allocated through the Lotteries Board. A local contribution of 50% of what was received through the Lotteries Board was required to access the funding.

“Most of the 151 were volunteers with a small group conscripted late 1916. Every male from age 18-65 had to register and a ballot system determined who was selected.”

The area represented and celebrated in the exhibition is defined as the area west of the Waipa River from Te Akau to Aotea.

“We really do need the community’s help in locating photos of the men who served, so we can fill the Soldiers portrait display completely.

We’re determined to not have one blank space next to a soldier’s name where a photo should be.”

Anyone who thinks they may have a connection with a person from this area who served in WW1 is encouraged to pop in to the museum to view the several photos still needing identification.

“The more people who can help us with these photos the better chance we have of actually identifying every person in them.

That is our goal.” Sue Russell

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ince opening its doors on

has been a constant stream of activity and development taking place in our modern purpose-built museum in Wainui Road.

Overseeing that journey is a dedicated team of locals who carry huge enthusiasm and high aspirations to see the museum evolve to its potential in time.

Visitor numbers from day one to the end of 2014 are 10,526 with an average monthly attendance of 277.

Of that number 2360 were children.

“Since we first opened we have staged significant exhibitions, both temporary and permanent. Last year a key focus was on WW2 and Raglan’s Contribution to the war effort. Now we’re turning our attention to WW1,” explains the museum committee president Rodger Gallagher.

Another much anticipated permanent exhibition ‘Te Horea’ will show-case a significant number of items from the historic Bird Family collection with work well underway sorting through the vast array of very precious exhibits it contains.

The museum itself is proving an adaptable space as displays are moved from time to time making room for new exhibitions.

“We have spent money to improve security, lighting and environmental management systems over and above the basic level the Council provided at handover.” Rodger says.

A beautiful display of pioneer children’s clothing, including christening gowns is planned to be rehoused when time and funds permit to do justice to the garments,

something Rodger is keen to see happen as soon as possible.

“We have a constant demand on our funds and the bulk of our time and energy right now is going into the WW1 exhibition which will open on 11 April this year.”

Improvements are also planned for the surf lifesaving permanent exhibition which has attracted a lot of interest from locals and visitors alike.

Rodger is proud of the fact that as soon as the museum building was available from Council it immediately got up and running, opening to the public every day except Christmas Day. With the busy I-site in the same building there’s a natural flow in of visitors into the museum. He says it has been especially good to see so many schools and other organised groups visit.

While the museum committee meets once a month there is a constant level of museum-related activity taking place by its members, including an accessions and deaccessions group whose job it is to decide which objects will become exhibits and which will be returned to their original owners over time.

Raising funds to develop the museum further is an on-going priority and Rodger says any amount small or large is welcome.

“We receive $20,000 annually from Council and the rest we have to find so donations are always welcome. We were delighted not long ago to receive an unexpected bequest of about $40,000 which was a real boost for us.”

Anyone interested in getting involved in the life of the museum is encouraged to contact Rodger or Vice-President Cynthia Tucker.

Sue Russell

Fishing competition a 'real classic'.

The Rollos/Waikato Hunting & Fishing Mixed Classic competition was amazing this year.

The weather held firm for the full eight days of competition and the fishing was outstanding.

A big thank you to the two Gary’s Rollo’s and Hunting and Fishing and all the other sponsors.

A good cross section of fish

were caught, weighed and tagged.

We processed a potential New Zealand Junior record with young Danielle Gordon catching a skip jack tuna 4.484 on 10kg line on board the vessel 'Waikikamukau' we hope that the line tests true!

Fishing for the tournament was over the whole depth range from marlin out deep to nice gurnard in close.

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Danielle: So Juliana, what you have been doing in Raglan and where you are from originally?

Juliana: I’m a Physical Oceanographer scientist and originally from Brazil. I moved to Raglan almost a year ago and I soon got involved with the great projects the Whaingaroa Environment Centre runs in the community. I have been volunteering for WEC ever since I got to Raglan.

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your house, if it has moisture on the next day this is probably a source of dampness in your home. You may need to look at draining water away or covering the area with polythene sheet of plastic to prevent your home from becoming damp in winter.

Is your hot water cylinder covered?

Check your hot water cylinder, it should have a cover to prevent heat loss. Place your hand on the cover, if you can still feel warmth add another layer of cover to save you money on your winter heating bill.

Look for leaks in the roof Stop any drafts - draft tape is a really inexpensive way to do this.

Check your insulation for gaps Heat is sneaky and will escape from the smallest gaps (making your home expensive to heat).

Check in your ceiling and under your home to make sure your your insulation is still well fitted, adjust to cover any gaps.

Clear your gutters Make sure there is no debris that could be holding water in the gutters (making your home damp) make sure the drain pipes and spouting don’t direct water under your house.

Check for water underneath your house Place a plastic bag on the ground underneath new service provides a more complete approach Meet Juliana, Warm Home to help every home in Raglan to become warm and healthy.

Service Coordinator WEC coordinator Danielle Hart sat down with new Warm Home Coordinator Juliana Albertoni Danielle: What will the Warm Home Service do de Miranda to find out a little bit about the Warm for me that Curtain Bank didn’t?

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Juliana: The Warm Home Service looks at the whole house and will suggest small easy changes that can have a huge impact on your energy bill, and the comfort of your home. Some are easy to do yourself and others we can help with. We will be referring eligible people to the Curtain Bank as required. We can also provide curtain rails and materials at cost price if you are not eligible for the Curtain Bank.

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Juliana: The Warm Home Service is made possible with the generous contributions from the Whaingaroa Affordable Housing Trust, WEL Energy Network and Norah Howell Trust.

Danielle: How can people access this service?

Juliana: Pop into the Environment Centre in the Town Hall or got to our website www.whaingaroa. org.nz and fill out an application form.

Danielle: Does WEC still want donations of curtains from the community?

Juliana: YES PLEASE!!! The Curtain Bank is still running, we have funding for at least 20 homes this year which will be referred from the Warm Danielle: What is involved in a home assessment? Home Service. We will also be providing curtains Juliana: We will make a short visit to your home, to recipients of the Warm Home Service. and then give you a helpful report. We can also help you with making the changes that we suggest.

Danielle: Who will do the assessment?

Juliana: Our qualified Home Performance Advisor.

Danielle: Who pays for the assessment?

Juliana: The assessments are free if you hold a Community Services Card. We can also visit Danielle: WEC used to do Curtain Bank. Why other households for a small fee. has is now changed to Warm Home Service?

Juliana: I started in the beginning of March 2015.

Danielle: Who is funding this Juliana: There are so many different things people service? can do to keep their homes warm and cosy.

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Gardening Column: Putting down roots Seed gathering time - lettuce, tomatoes, marigolds, parsnips, basil, beans, peas, sunflowers, cucumbers, peppers, spinach and more.

Dry them out on paper towels and store in labeled paper bags.

My garage smells of fermentation as veges rot. In the spring these seeds will germinate strongly and will provide orange and black tomatoes and cucumbers next season.

The tuber/bulb type flowers, such as dahlias, iris, lilies, and gladiolus can be cut back as the flowering is over and the leaves dry out.

Spring bulbs can be purchased, or divide up existing bulbs in your garden. The bulbs need 7cm of soil covering them. They do well in pots and planters. Store some bulbs in the fridge for a two weeks then plant them out for earlier flowers.

As crops finish in the vegey garden (like courgettes), either compost or dig in the tops along with the weeds, surplus mulch, lawnclippings, and bush hedge trimmings. Then heavily topdress the soil with garden lime.

Also throw a couple of handfuls of lime into the top of your compost bin.

Leave that dug ground to fallow or throw oats, lupin or mustard seeds to dig in early spring.

All this helps your soil structure immensely in conjunction with worms or other micro organisms. Potato and

tomato tops get burnt or disposed of separately. But if space and time allows there is plenty to plant now, including leeks, cabbage, broccoli, cauliflowers, silver beet, spinach, asian greens, carrots and the like.

Bedding flowers, such as iceland poppies, violas, pansies, polyanthus and alyssum are your winter flower show.

It is good to see and hear many of us have been busy preserving or pickling our surpluses. Our pickled white Spanish onions have been sampled and they are oh so hot, but great sliced with cheese in sandwiches.

Roses need debudding and prune back leaders you do not require and manure.The same applies with citrus - water and manure with either sheep pellets, blood and bone, or fish waste.

Feijoa crops are weighing the tree branches down - these need moisture as they will prematurely drop fruit.

Grapes too are ready. When the fruit is soft and taste great, then the grape bunches are ready to pick.

Surpluses go well in jellies and jam, and the bunches will keep well in the fridge.

New moon was on Friday the 20th March, with accompanying large tides. Seed planting is all the following week.

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  

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

 

 

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                 

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  

    

  

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

  

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    

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 

 



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      

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       

  

 

  

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 

   

  

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  

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 

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

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12 RAGLAN Chronicle

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  

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     

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   

            

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     

      

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      

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      

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             

             

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    

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 

   

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   

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                    

 

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   

                

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  

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    

              

      

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         

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        

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     

     

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          

 

   

    

      

    

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      

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      

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     

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   

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AUTOMOTIVE

DRAINAGE/EXCAVATION

ELECTRICIANS

LAWNS / LANDSCAPING

ELECTRICIANS

MARINE

ROB POOLTON LTD

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EXCAVATOR & TRUCK HIRE LOW LOADER TRANSPORTER AVAILABLE FULL RANGE OF EXCAVATION SERVICES LANDSCAPING SITE WORKS FARM DRAINAGE RETAINING WALLS SUPPLIER OF PADDOCK ROCKS “Locally owned and operated” PH: Rob - 07 825 6828 or 021 957 745 or raglandiggers@clearnet.co.nz

ARBORIST

Stefan Frew stefan@liveelectrical.co.nz 022 676 3081

BUILDERS

Commercial Residential Rural / Farming

ELECTRICIANS

MINISKIPS RECYLCING AND RUBBISH REMOVAL MADE EASY BIG BINS FOR BIG JOBS

Miniskips

2.5m3³to 4.5m3³Capacity www.xtremewaste.org.nz House & Garage Clean-Outs • Renovation & Building Sites

ENGINEERING raglanelectrical@rocketmail.com

07 825 6509 027 208 6742 PLUMBING

CONCRETE SERVICES

FENCING

ELECTRICIANS

COURIERS/PARCELS

LAWNS / LANDSCAPING

PROPERTY MAINTENANCE HARDIES HOUSE & GARDEN

• PLUMBING SUPPLIES • BUILDING SUPPLIES • HOME APPLIANCES • LOCALLY OWNED & OPERATED • TOTALLY INDEPENDENT

RAGLAN TO HAMILTON THREE TIMES DAILY

• Qualified builder • Landscaping • Lawn Mowing • Garden Care • Chainsaw Work

“I CAN DELIVER YOUR PARCELS ANYWHERE IN NEW ZEALAND WITH TRACK & TRACE!”

Nick & Kerin Hardie: 07 825 6886 / 027 425 6886 hardiehomes@xtra.co.nz

‘CHILLED SERVICE NOW AVAILABLE’

PH Pete: 0274 302 890

ROOFING

DRAINAGE/EXCAVATION

AL DRAINAGE CENTR AND PLUMBING LTD Covering all aspects of Drainage and Plumbing Digger Work Water Mains Digger Hire Available Ph Dean 027 482 3130 or 07 825 8132 central-drainage@hotmail.com

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• Chipper/ Shredder • Water Blasting • Painting • Decorating • Carpet Cleaning

For advertising inquiries: Contact the Raglan Chronicle on 07 825 7076 or email us at: info@raglanchronicle.co.nz

Services Offered

WRITING GROUP MEETS 1st and 3rd Tues of each month at The Raglan House (formerly Community House), 7.15pm everyone welcome.

AMELIA PENFOLD & BRENNA STEPHENSON Unplugged Acoustic Concert Music at the Old School - Sat 28 Mar doors open 7.30pm $15

Antiques, crystals, art, Collectables, chimes, Jewellery, tribal art….

SAT & SUN SATURDAY Outside The Herbal Dispensary

Holy Name of Jesus Catholic Parish

HOLY WEEK & EASTER

3 April: Good Friday Ceremonies 3 pm 5 April: Easter Sunday Mass 8 am No Mass in Raglan or Te Mata on Saturday 4 April Visitors are very welcome to join us.

Our church is on the corner of James Street and Wallis Street.

For further information, call 825 8135.

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

Autumn Denim … we can get back into it Best fits & quality from Neuw, Rollas, & Dr Denim for the guys and girls !! + sooo many good knits instore! .. c u soon The Corner Store &

FIREWOOD DRY 6x6 load pine $125, mac $145, native $160, gum $160.

Delivered.

Ph 0210771524.

F I R E W O O D MANUKA DRY D E L I V E R E D $110m3 Ring 825 0522.

SAT 28 MAR @ YOT CLUB, live band, Darkwater with support from Checane. Original hard rock.

SUN 29 MAR @ YOT CLUB, RAGLAN SUNDAY SESSIONS - last session this Sunday with The Beatjoiner, Dj Atmosphere and Jamin-I with MC Jinja Cat from 4.20pm in the yard, Le Bastard (AUS) rockabilly/surf/soul from 8pm. Free from 4.20pm, $10 after 8pm.

Courses, classes & workshops

6 Wallis St

For Sale

R A G L A N MUSICIAN’S CLUB – Open Mic Night Thurs 26 MAR @ Orca, Bow Street, 8.30pm until late. All welcome FRI 27 MAR @ YOT CLUB, DJ Paulo, (BRAZIL) Cumbia Cosmonaughts (AUS) and Bobby Brazuka, Brazilian funk, soul and electronica. $5 from 9pm FRI 27 MAR @ BOW ST DEPOT DJ Kellyn live from 6pm SAT 28 MAR @ BOW ST DEPOT - DJ Ric Rush live from 6pm

For Sale F I R E W O O D MANUKA DRY $120 m3 delivered.

Ph 027 362 6004 or 027 361 9022 RAGLAN GOLF CLUB FIREWOOD SALES: Dry, shed stored split pine firewood sales have recommenced. $80 per cub. metre delivered in Raglan, extra out of town.

Ph: Garry on 825 6875.

HOUSE FOR REMOVAL, modern 2 bdrm , price negotiable ph 560 4985.

NEW HOUSE BUS for sale, 1968 Bedford classic, TradeMe listing# 857164087

MAINLY MUSIC for preschoolers.

Every Monday & Wednesday 9:30am @ Te Uku Church Hall $3 per family. All welcome. Ph Surfside 825 5199 for more details.

ITS NOT COOL TO BULLY IN SCHOOL Raglan Violence Prevention and Awareness

RAGLAN GYM CLASSSES Mon: Spin 6pm, Tues: Spin 8.10am & Yoga 9.15am & Pump 6pm.

Wed: Pump 9.15am & Yoga 6pm.

Thurs: Pump 6am & Spin 6pm.

Fri: Spin 8.10am & Yoga 9.15am.

48 Bow St (2 min walk up the Rd frm Raglan Gym) PH 027 294 6949 for more info.

For Sale

Missing

10M2 SLEEPOUT/ studio $15000, Trade Me #862154428 ph 0274245965 BANTAMS – PEKIN SPANGLED – two pair, $40 a pair, 825 8144 MOVING SALE, New port-a-cot $100, like-new jogging pram $60, Camp high-chair $80, Large Canadian canoe – offers ph 07 825 7513 or 021 189 0801.

BUNKS WITH DUVET & linen, 2 x single beds, duvets and linen, table & 6 chairs, fridge, lounge and chairs.

Reasonable offers 825 0450

BLACK CAT MISSING from top end of Lorenzen Bay Road. Any information please phone 825 7102

Garage Sale

SATURDAY 28TH MARCH, 52 Cross St, not before 8.30am – something for everyone.

BOUNCY CASTLE for hire, great entertainment for the kids. Call Vicki 8257575.

To Let

VERY TIDY 1 BDRM furnished upstairs unit. Sunny balcony with great seaviews, a short walk to shops, $200pw+power ph 02102354943.

Raglan Property Services 1/2 BRM house, close to town, short term only - approx 6 months, completely furnished - ready to shift in - $280pw plus power, avail now.

Bond and Let fee applies.

Commercial To Let RETAIL SHOP SPACE FOR LEASE Downtown CBD, Prime location, High foot traffic Ph 021-363465

SITUATIONS VACANT School Caretaker (Raglan Area School) We are seeking an energetic, self-motivated, and reliable caretaker who has excellent communications skills. The position is for 40 hours a week and based upon the School Caretakers and Cleaners Collective Employment Contract.

Applications close 4pm on 1st April.

For details and application templates please contact Karen Clark 078258140 or Karen_clark@raglanarea.school.nz

Easter Weekend 2015 Refuse and Recycling Collection

SELF STORAGE

There will be no collection on Friday 3 April (Good Friday). This collection will take place one day later on Saturday 4 April.

Contact Ray & Sheryl Ker

No collection will take place on Monday 6 April (Easter Monday). This collection will take place on Tuesday 7 April. The rest of the week’s collections will also be one day later, including the Friday 10 April collection which will be collected on Saturday 11 April.

4005 SH23, Raglan Ph: (07) 825 6560 Mob: 027 2022 575 info@raglanstorage.co.nz

ANZAC Day Refuse and Recycling Collection

Services Offered

HANDYMAN ROSS. Chimney sweeping wood burner repairs.

Building maintenance, repairs and construction. ph 825 8695 mobile 021 171 0762

Situations Vacant

Public Notices BLACKSAND will be offering Cambodian food in the evenings from the 2nd of April, from 5.30pm – 9pm.

Public Notices

F R E E CONFIDENTIAL COUNSELING PASSOVER MEAL SERVICE for women & girls who Friday 3rd April 6.30pm at Activate Church have experienced 7 Taipari Ave. All welcome. traumatic situations.

RSVP by 31st March to Available Tuesdays Sharyn Coull 282 0942 @ Raglan House , 45 Bow St. RUAPUKE Call 078394433 MOTOR CAMP or 8258142 for • Peace and appointments. tranquility MAUI’S DOLPHIN • Surfing, fishing, bush walks COMPETITION: AND THE • Cabins, powered sites, tent sites WINNERS ARE...

PH 07 8256800 Congratulations to everyone that Liz Pownall wonSpot the $1000 mountainbike completed the

by Cyclery Raglan a Mauidonated Dolphin challenge. With less than 55 Maui Dolphins left every sighting helps us protect them. Together we can save the world’s rarest dolphin. Check out the new WWF Maui Dolphin app and if you see a rounded fin, report it in: http:// w w w. w w f . o r g . n z / take_action/maui_s_ campaign_/ Grand prize goes to Nikau Hansen and Joel Standley. And the following dolphin defenders have a special bonus prize to collect: Ruth Jowers, Arri Hansen, Ayla Standley and Sienna Hansen. Come into the Whaingaroa Environment Centre to claim your prize.

Contact Dianne on 027 255 0901

There will be no collection on Monday 27 April, this collection will take place on Tuesday 28 April. The rest of the week’s collections will also be one day later including the Friday 1 May collection which will be collected on Saturday 2 May. Xtreme Zero waste refuse and recycling collection will be completed as normal for the week starting 27 April 2015.

G J Ion Chief Executive

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MON @ THE RAGLAN CLUB. 500 cards, 1pm.

WEDS @ BANTEAY SREY R E S TA U R A N T Knitting Circle from 9.30am. All welcome B U D G E T ASSISTANCE @ Raglan Community House.

Phone 825 8142 for an appointment.

Become a Budget Service client and be eligible for a Bargain Basement 50% off clothing voucher.

R A G L A N RAMBLERS WED 01 APR: 9am at carpark next to fire station: Karioi from Ruapuke - bring lunch WED @ RAGLAN CLUB, Fun Quiz 6:45pm.

S M O K E M RAGLAN: Smoked fish competition Easter Sunday 5th April, free entry – entries to Raglan Club Inc. 4-5.30pm.

E L E C T R O MECHANICAL R E P A I R S , appliances, small engines, electric machines, audio equipment.

Free quote call Chris 022 1760848 FACE PAINTER AVAILABLE for parties and events contact Liz on 0276951655 or facebook.com/ raglanfacepainting - please note ph number printed incorrectly last week.

LAWN MOWING & SECTION Maintenance call Alan 0274246139 R E L I A B L E , TRUSTWORTHY and thorough cleaner available for all types of cleaning work. Ph 020 400 178 07.

For Hire

Public Notices

0800 492 452 www.waikatodistrict.govt.nz www.facebook.com/WaikatoDistrictCouncil

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RAGLAN REAL ESTATE Open Homes Saturday 2pm - 9c East Street

Raglan Real Estate Ltd Licenced (REAA 2008)

AUCTION Fri 3rd February 2012 - 6pm Ray White Office, 21 Bow St, Raglan NEW BEGINNINGS

Sunday 2pm - 69d Otonga Valley Rd

INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITY

NEXT AUCTION: FRIDAY 17TH APRIL 2015 – 6PM, RAY WHITE OFFICE Solid brick 3 brm family home in rural setting

• 2 Storey House In 2 Legal Flats

Office & rumpus, single garage, internal access

• 2 Brm Flat Upstairs / 3 Brm Flat Downstairs • Panoramic Harbour & Mountain Views

Plumbed shed (potential ancillary unit), well planted garden

• 2 Acre + Lifestyle Block – Prime Location • Single Garage & Storage Shed

3973m² fenced & ready for a new family Prior Auction offers considered.

ID#RAG20938

Prior Auction offers considered.

OPEN

OPEN HOME Saturday 11am 297 Te Papatapu Road

TOP SHELF PROPERTY

STEP INTO THE MARKET

Fabulous family living / Easy care garden

AUCTION 17.4.15: 15 Tutchen Ave 3 dble brms + office, entertainers kitchen Sun drenched open plan living & decks Large paved entertainment area Double garaging with internal access Prior Auction offers considered

RAG#20923

ID#RAG20964

Saturday 1pm 23a Violet Street

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AUCTION 17.4.15: 11b Government

SIZE IS NOT A PROBLEM

Saturday 1pm 10 Violet Street

WATER & MOUNTAIN

Located close to town & beach. This is a 2 bedroom immaculate home, fully lockable garage with power. Elevated and sunny, only minutes to the nearest beach & town centre. The house has polished timber flooring, is fully insulated, newly roofed, newly painted and has a newly decked spa pool area. The easy care, fully fenced section will make this home a pleasure to live in.

Prior Auction offers considered.

Sunday 1pm ID#RAG20968 19 Manukau Road

OPEN HOME

ID#RAG20886

OCEAN RETREAT BUSH BABY

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OPEN HOME

OPEN HOME

OPEN HOME

AUCTION 17.4.15 - SECTIONS - View by appointment AUCTION THIS SATURDAY!!

ID#RAG20933

150 Whaanga Road

Sunday 2pm 16 Stewart Street

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5 o’clock Saturday 21st January, Ray White Office. Be There!!!

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Graham Rope 021 222 7427

AUCTION 17.4.15: 16b Smith St

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RUSTIC RETREAT

• 21 Primrose St (519m2) In town with water views - ID#RAG22005 • 14 Seabreeze Way (619m2) Harbour and mountain views - ID#RAG22281 Phone now for an appointment to view • 16a Puka Place (690m2) Views of Lorenzen Bay - 448 Wainui Road ID#RAG22276 • 36 Robertson St (760m2) Postcard views of Raglan estuary - ID#RAG22280 TIC

• Immaculate family beach home ideal for entertaining and outdoor leisure with superb views to kite surfing by the bar and Raglan harbour • Spacious open plan living opening out to large wrap around outdoor decking making it easy to host those summer BBQs and view the kite surfing before sunset.

• Separate sleepout and double garage • Set in a prime level location, north facing, elevated and enjoying harbour views

ID#RAG22251

Sunday 1pm 1 Seabreeze Way

• 2 homes on 1 freehold title 2 houses, 2 incomes – 2 two bedroom houses Income opportunity here Superbly located – sea views, easy walk to town and harbour Ideal accommodation investment – live in one, rent out the other!

Prior Auction offers considered.

View open home Sat 2pm or by appointment

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TOO GOOD TO MISS!

A slice of Raglan’s best real estate nestled into native bush surrounds near Whale Bay. Master bedroom has its own private decking and huge views. 2nd room/ storage/ laundry/ studio.

Open plan living with cosy wood burner with wet back & sun drenched decking enjoying gorgeous ocean and bush views. Hide away, holiday ambiance.

Situated on 1258m².

Sunday 1pm

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ID#RAG22217 Julie Hanna 027 441 8964 Blair Hanna 021 0200 8282 considered.

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ROOM WITH A VIEW

Saturday 1pm 6 Violet Street

4 bedroom home with endless options • Two homes one title on 809m2 site Wonderful family home Modern new kitchen • Main house: 4 bedrooms, open plan living with Large double garaging and workshop Large shade houses with irrigation doors that throughout open out on to a large deck, views 1212m² of land of the estuary Prior Auction offers and Mt Karioi. Lock up garage. considered.

HOME • Self-contained 1Saturday bedroom cottage at the rear of ID#RAG20907 OPEN 2pm 55 Government Road the property, fenced and private, carport.

MAKE ME YOUR OWN – I’M RATHER SPECIAL!!

• Situated in fantastic quiet cul-de-sac location Four double bedroom home on 625m² Two large living areas, 2 ½ bathrooms with close access tooventhe walking track around Fantastic designer kitchen, entertainer’s Large family area flows out to sunny deck or alfresco diningclose walk to town and school. the estuary, Glorious Mtn views, magnificent sunsets & a glimpse of the harbour.

Prior Auction Prior Auction offers offers considered.

This 3 bedroom weatherboard home has many great features: Double garaging 2 bedrooms with ensuite + family bathroom Native timber flooring Private off road location Just a walk to the beach, on the bus route.

Wonderful family home/ investment/ rental (Currently rented $300/wk) Prior Auction offers considered.

OPEN HOME

ID#RAG20965

Stylishly redecorated this tidy little home has all you need. With two bedrooms inside the house and an additional room outside you will enjoy the open plan living and fully fenced section. Relax on the lovely decking while enjoying the easy care section.

Ideal opportunity for you to enter the fastgrowing market in Raglan!

Prior Auction offers considered.

OPEN HOME

DOUBLE FEATURE

OPEN HOME

WOODEN IT BE NICE

ID#RAG20963

HOME

Saturday 12pm 335 Wainui Road

ID#RAG20952

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Board and batten rustic house plus a separate large barn with adjoining carport - ideal as a workshop/ studio.

The main house has one large bedroom which could be converted into two; plus one single bedroom/ office area. Huge potential for improvement.

7253m² section Established orchard and extensively planted.

Listen to the sound of the surf - Very close access to beach and surf, only minutes to Raglan town.

Prior Auction Offers considered.

Phone now for an appointment to view.

ID#RAG20984

3 bedroom Private flat section Low maintenance Sleep-out/hobby-room Make an appointment to view today

21 Bow St, Raglan Phone: 07 825 8669 Fax: 07 825 7410 Website: www.rwraglan.co.nz Email: raglan.nz@raywhite.com

Julie Hanna 027 441 8964 Blair Hanna 021 0200 8282

OPEN HOME SATURDAY 11AM NEW LISTING: 1177 Waitomo Valley Rd

7a EAST ST

URGENT NEW LISTING NOTIFICATION!

ID#RAG22233 View open home Sun 12pm or by appointment

Graham Rope 021 222 7427

OPEN HOME SUNDAY 12PM

NEW LISTING: 1043 Ohautira Rd

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ID# RAG21448

ID#RAG22256 Graham Rope 021 222 7427

OPEN HOME SUNDAY 1PM

BE IN QUICK $395,000 The lifestyle dream! A few acres, American style 3 Bay barn with open area on upper level. Large flat building site with a couple of paddocks for the horses, or a few sheep and some chickens. Water tank, troughs and builder’s pole, plus building pad already cleared. No covenants. Ready for your inspection.

ID#RAG22190 Richard Thomson 027 294 8625

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• Be quick to view this delightful rural lifestyle property situated on Ohautira Rd approx 20mins from Raglan • North facing living areas, large outdoor deck, just completed pergola traps all day sun • Enjoy private rural bush outlook with 1.6 hectares of surrounding land, offering many lifestyle options • Featuring a special pond and large implement shed and workshop this property has much potential to further develop your lifestyle dreams. The work has been done here just move in and enjoy the lifestyle.

Motivated vendors want this sold!

Auction on-site: May 9th 2015 at 2pm OPEN HOMES this weekend 28th & 29th March

Saturday - 11am - 16b Smith St

Saturday 11am- –199Bay Puka Place Saturday - 12pm view Rd Saturday 12pm 30 Cambrae Rd Saturday 1pm – 12–Smith St Saturday 2pm – 15 Ave Ave Saturday 2pm – Tutchen 15 Tutchen Saturday 2pm – 1 Upper Cross St Saturday 4pm – 21 Rose St Saturday 4pm – 36 Lily St Sunday Sunday Sunday Sunday

11am - 34 Pond Rd 12pm – 7a East St 1pm – 1043 Ohautira 1pm – 32 Cambrae Rd

21 Bow St, Raglan Phone: 07 825 8669 Fax: 07 825 7410 Website: www.rwraglan.co.nz Email: raglan.nz@raywhite.com 16 RAGLAN Chronicle

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RURAL LIFESTYLE DELIGHT $395,000

14a Bankart Street Ideally located townhouse

RURAL LIFESTYLE: 99B Highbrook Way

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• Positioned on an elevated section, this two storey, just completed home showcases a breath taking panoramic view, stretching from Mt Karioi to the Kaitoke inlet.

• Large open plan living areas allow for extended family options or room downstairs for extra income • Close to town, shops and public transport

ID#RAG22156 View open home by appointment

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AMAZING MOUNTAIN VIEWS $519,000

Located in the heart of Waitomo this iconic tourist accommodation is now for sale. Only 800m from Waitomo Caves the ever popular tourist attraction that brings in approximately 450,000 visitors each year, Woodlyn Farm offers the perfect event and Accommodation Venue. Accommodation as follows: • Owner/Manager 1896 villa - 3 double bedrooms, office/bedroom.

• Stay in a Plane - Sleeps 8 • The Waitanic Ship - sleeps 25 • The Waitomo Express -sleeps 5 • The Hobbit Motels - Sleeps 12

Dave Hanna 027 614 6722

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