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CON T EN TS nau mai haere mai A warm welcome to our visitors.

We hope you have a wonderful summer holiday in Whaingaroa after what has been a challenging year for many.

Enjoy and explore our seaside haven but please respect our home town - and our environment that we go to great lengths to take care of - by taking note of the information in this guide.

Remember to enjoy the moment, look after yourself (and each other) and be kind during these unprecedented times.

We have put together a summer mag to introduce you to Raglan and the endless and diverse experiences we have to offer.

Stay safe.

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STAYING PR EPA R ED FOR COVID -19 OVER THE HOLIDAYS

A M E S S AG E F RO M T H E R A G L A N WA R D C O U N C I L O R LISA THOMSON ‘Kia ngātai ai te tū e pakari ai te tuarā’ ‘Stand Together, Stand Strong’ Welcome to our summer guide for being prepared if you, someone in your whānau, or someone you are on holiday with, tests positive for Covid-19 over the Summer. We want you and your whānau to be safe and well supported if you need to isolate - being prepared in advance will enable you to make good decisions.

We know that Covid-19 is going to be in our community and the best way to be empowered is to prepare ourselves, our whānau and our community with tools and information that will enable us to manage if you or someone in your whānau tests positive for Covid.

For our manuhiri/visitors what does holiday preparedness look like?

If you are feeling unwell prior to coming to Whāingaroa, please stay home. We are a small town with limited health and medical facilities.

If you are holidaying here over the summer and you or someone in your whānau tests positive for Covid-19, what is your plan? Prepare for the unexpected.

If you are feeling unwell and have flu like symptoms, call Healthline immediately on 0800 358 5453 If you test positive, are you able to travel back to your home safely to isolate?

If you are staying in holiday accommodation like AirBnB check with the provider what provisions they have made should you test positive during your stay - is there an ability to extend your stay?

Bring your home doctor’s details with you and your whānau just in case.

What does preparedness for all our community look like?

Taking care of your health and the health of your whānau - these are only a starter; vaccinate, exercise regularly, walk the beach, dip your toes in the water, swim, walk, laugh, enjoy the company of whānau and friends, smile, eat good kai and importantly don’t be whakamā/shy to reach out if you need awhi/help - you are not alone.

Make a Plan - Decide what happens when someone in your whare tests positive for Covid-19 and needs to isolate.

That person must self-isolate for at least 10 days after the last contact or exposure to confirmed cases or until they are told they no longer need to do so, by a public health official.

Ideally the positive person should isolate from the rest of the household.

The rest of the household will need to be tested.

If you are lucky to only have one positive person in your whare, you can prevent transmission by having only ONE person tend to the Covid-19 positive person’s needs.

Include in your Plan - What happens for someone in your whare if they test positive for Covid-19.

Do you have a room in your whare where whānau can isolate themselves away from others?

If it’s not possible to set up a room, create separate zones so they’re away from shared spaces such as the lounge and kitchen Coordinate with whānau/friends to have another whare where whānau can go to safely isolate Set the Tikanga/Guidelines - Decide on what the tikanga is for your whare so everyone understands what needs to happen if you or someone in your whare tests positive for Covid-19.

• Talk with your whānau or if you live alone, speak to close friends or reach out to your neighbours, we all need to support each other • Make sure that people visiting know what to do if they are supporting you to safely isolate at home e.g text or message before they arrive, beep from the gate, stay in their car etc • Put up a sign on your front door, set up a table outside the front door with sanitiser, a QR code or register Prepare your Whānau - Prepare a checklist and make sure whānau/friends/support people understand your planning and have a copy of your checklist.

Prepare your whare/home - Think about how to set up your whare to minimise spread.

If you don’t have enough room inside your whare, what are your options? An outside room, a caravan or tent set up and made into a comfortable space with all the necessary supplies Prepare your Pataka/Supplies - make sure you have plenty of kai/food in case you need to isolate at home, have enough for 14 days.

• Kai, fresh fruit and vegetables • Have lots of fluid, water, broths, ice blocks, kawakawa tea etc • Baby supplies • Pet food • Hygiene products • Medical and cleaning supplies • Sanitizer, masks • Have prepared kai like soup and stews in the freezer so it is easy to heat without a lot of preparation It is important to be connected, make your plan with your whānau, your friends, your support people.

If you are feeling unwell or have flu-like systems please get tested or call the Covid-19 Helpline to talk about how you are feeling.

I M PORTA NT N U M BERS: Covid-19 Healthline: 0800 358 5453 Raglan Medical: 07 825 0114 Raglan Community House: 07 825 8142 Healthline: 0800 611 116 Helpline - Mental Health 0800 111 757

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• Put your checklist on the fridge, have your whānau details; names, ages, NHI numbers, medical conditions, addictions, numbers of your doctor, emergency numbers, support agencies, just in case • If you have tamariki/children talk with them about the plan and if you get sick how they can reach out for help • Make sure to have your phone topped up with data • Make a list of household instructions that are easy to follow e.g. feeding your pets, taking them for walks, paying bills.

• Nominate someone outside your whare who can help if you or your whānau are isolating for delivering kai or supplies

Emergency: 111 Waikato Tainui: 0800 TAINUI (824 684) Work and Income - Rent Arrears: 0800 559 009 Income Support/Money Talks: 0800 345 123 To book a Covid-19 Vaccination: 0800 28 29 26

Need to talk: Call or text 1737 – speak to a qualified counsellor; available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week Youthline: 0800376633 Youth text options: “The lowdown” Text 5626 or “Need to talk” Text 1737

R AGL A N LIFE GUA R DS TA K ING A DIFFER ENT A PPROACH TO PATROLS B Y J A N I N E J AC K S O N

2021-2022 BE ACH SAFETY MESSAGES • Choose a lifeguarded beach and swim between the flags • Read and understand the safety signs – ask a surf lifeguard for advice as conditions can change regularly • Don’t overestimate your ability or your children’s ability to cope in the conditions • Always keep a close eye on very young children in or near the water – always keep them within arm’s reach • Get a friend to swim with you – never swim or surf alone

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hen erosion threatened to drag Raglan’s surf life saving tower into the sea at the end of winter, the club had to quickly come up with a ‘Plan B’ for the busy summer season rescue operations.

Coastal erosion and rising sea levels along Ngārunui Beach in Raglan is nothing new.

Elephant Rock at the north end of the beach, now completely submerged in sand was, until recently, a popular place for children to leap from into the moat at its base.

Club president Daniel Wilson says ‘Plan B’ has been evolving as quickly as the tide shifts sand, exposes rocks and moves rips to new spots on the beach.

“We’re not setting up flags where we were last season. We’ve had to move quite a bit further north to accommodate the beach change. The challenge we are having is how we patrol the beach and we still in the early phases of what works best and what we need to do to make it work better.”

At one point in the erosion saga, one of the tower’s supporting beams had been cut to release it from its concrete footing in order to save the tower from being taken out to sea. Not long after, the concrete foundation was taken by the tide leaving the tower intact.

Daniel says the club thought they might get another summer out of the tower and had done a bit of maintenance to get it back up to scratch.

“We did a fair bit of maintenance on the tower to then get to the end of winter and go – mmm, we don’t have that confidence anymore. It makes it hard to plan for what’s going to happen.”

The Raglan club is not alone in its battle to beat erosion, New Zealand surf life-saving clubs have been fighting to protect their facilities for many years.

The club at Sunset Beach, in Port Waikato, moved three times as 50 metres of beach was lost to erosion in the past decade.

Advice the club received from the Waikato District Council is in order to future proof the tower they will need it to portable.

A rented portacom building situated near the toilets has provided a temporary fix but without the elevation of the tower, patrols have been split with a beach patrol and a tower patrol operating from the club house.

The club are looking at various scenarios for how to best patrol the beach and Daniel says the asphalt pad where the portacom is may not be the ideal location.

To provide more flexibility in how they patrol the beach, Daniel says they are also investigating using a trailer with a structure fixed to it to provide elevation or making a more permanent patrol station at the club house.

“We’re still working out what the best solution is before we put an application forward. We want to be sure what we apply for is the most suitable thing.”

EARLY SEASON FOR PAID LIFEGUARDS Raglan Surf Life Saving at Ngārunui Beach may have had to change the way it patrols the beach, but rescuing swimmers in peril is still high on their agenda.

Patrols for paid lifeguards started early for the club this year after a spate of drownings and near-misses in November prompted Surf Life Saving Northern Region to pull forward the start date for weekday patrols on several key beaches, including Ngārunui.

In the first weekend of Level 2, a low-tide rip sparked a mass rescue of 14 people at the popular surf beach after rips on either side of the swimming flags dragged people out to sea.

A volunteer life guard himself, Daniel says the strength of the outgoing tide caught swimmers unaware and it was a case of bad luck rather than bad management.

“Those mass rescues are as much about the beach changes as having eyes on. The way the beach is at the moment it speeds from the north and the south into one strong rip. It has a strong surge, and the rip comes and goes and moves around as the tide goes out.

HISTORY The club began informal operations in 1972 when a group of enthusiastic locals decided to patrol the Kopua beach. In July 1973, the Raglan Surf Life Saving Patrol was formed, with Ces Gaukrodger as the first president. By February 1974, they had 17 qualified members and two instructors.

The portacom may feel like a step backwards but it is a far cry from the tent that housed the lifeguards on patrol. Equipment was stored in a shed at the wharf and transported to the beach every day. At the time the Wainui reserve was farmland and the equipment was transported either down the Bryant Home track or 3km along the beach.

• Watch out for rip currents, they can carry you away from shore. If caught in a rip current remember the 3Rs: *Relax and float, *Raise your hand and *Ride the rip • Be smart around rocks: When fishing never turn

By 1979, the club had put up premises on reserve land near the harbour entrance. While not the best place to patrol the beach from, many a boatie can be thankful for the club’s location as lifeguards could respond quickly to incidents on the bar.

With the development of the Wainui Reserve, the club began planning for a building to be constructed on the reserve.

In 2001, work began in earnest to fundraise for the club when erosion occurring made it impossible to get down the beach due to rock being uncovered.

By October 2002 the new club was officially opened by the Waikato District Mayor Peter Harris.

The original tower was built on wooden poles in the 1990s and was replaced in 2011 by the recently demolished tower.

The tower cost $180,000 and consisted of a concrete block basement for first-aid supplies and emergency treatment, and was financed by four years of local fundraising and grants from WEL Energy Trust, Surf Life Saving Northern Region, Raglan Lions Club and Trust Waikato.

VOLUNTEERS Volunteer lifeguards take over patrols from the paid guards on the weekends. The Raglan club has a pool of around 70 volunteers, including 40 lifeguards who patrol the beach on the weekends. The majority come from Raglan and Hamilton but some come from as far away as Auckland.

your back towards the sea and always wear a lifejacket • If in doubt, stay out!

• If you see someone in trouble, call 111 and ask for the police • Be sun smart – slip, slop, slap and wrap to protect your skin and eyes from the sun’s damaging rays

NEW ZE AL AND’S DROWNING TOLL IN 2020 Source: Water Safety NZ

• There were 74 drowning deaths and an additional 202 hospitalisations.

• 29 children aged between 5 and 14 were hospitalised – the highest number on record.

• The sea was the most common place for hospitalisation incidents (37%), followed by swimming pools (21%) and rivers (17%).

As with any organisation that relies on volunteers, recruiting rookies is vital to the club. This season they welcome three newcomers. Covid has delayed their ability to complete their certificate but they will be ready to join the patrols this summer.

To gain lifeguard qualifications rookie lifeguards have to swim 400-metre pool in under nine minutes, undertake two tube rescues in the ocean and pool, run 200-metres, swim 200-metres swim, run 200-metres in the surf, sit a 50-question theory test and complete a first aid and CPR course.

HOW YOU CAN HELP Raglan Surf Life Saving chairperson Sarah Bailey says the best way to show support locally is to drop off kai for the lifeguards on the weekend.

“They get really hungry on patrol and they don’t often get a break to go and make something for lunch.

They would love some baking. They don’t think about eating unless it there in from of them. Little things like that help heaps.”

Surf Life Saving Northern Region finances the paid lifeguards on weekday patrols – make a donation to givealittle.co.nz/cause/surf-lifesaving-northern-region-covid-19appeal You can also make contributions simply by shopping at slsnr. shopgood.co.nz/ without any added cost. Every item you buy delivers a donation to Surf Life Saving Northern Region.

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C A FES URGE PATIENCE A S DINERS AWA IT GR EEN LIGHT

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aglan cafe operators are asking for patience and understanding from patrons over the summer holidays while they get to grips with the intricacies of the new Covid traffic light system.

Most eateries around town confirmed early this month they’d opted into the system – some a little reluctantly – and that they were committed to minimising any delays at their doors.

All the same, diners needed to be prepared for it taking a little time to get them organised, Lisa James of Orca Eatery & Bar told the Local Rag – time to not only scan the Covid tracer app as before, but now to have their vaccine passes checked as well.

Patrons should ensure that all in their party had their passes on hand, she added, and be aware too that cafes were entitled to ask for photo ID. “The onus is on business owners to make sure you are who you say you are.”

Lisa said the prospect of turning away some customers “does not sit well with any of us” in the industry. “We are in this business because we love to host guests … to exclude people and check up on customers goes against the nature of our business.”

But neither could local cafes risk not opting into the new scheme, she said. They’d then be forced into solely contactless sales at Orange/Red levels – with little if any Government support while taking only 5 to 20 percent of their “normal” income.

Orca had been around for 14 years and she did not want to see it fail now.

Meanwhile The Shack’s Justin Thomson last week described the traffic light protective framework as the only way to have a “near normal” summer, urging all-round kindness, patience and understanding to make the system work.

“As we move into the orange stage we can only welcome vaccinated people,” he said. “There is a requirement for all our customers, staff and suppliers to scan in with the Covid tracer app and allow us to sight and verify their vaccine passes.”

But he and his team also wanted people to know that there were “big smiling faces hiding behind our masks, waiting to serve you”.

Across the road at Wyld, co-owner Paul Gittings reckoned the choices were to opt into the Government vaccine pass system “or to close down”.

He asked that diners “be patient with the team … cut them a bit of slack” in these trying times. A few staffers among the 20 or so on the books at Wyld had been lost by early December because of

the “no jab no job” policy, and Paul had also lost time during Covid restriction levels to start his run-up to summer.

As a result he’d been busy “compacting” preparations, including training up replacement staff.

Out of town on Wainui Rd, Rock-it Kitchen’s Cherie Nathan – one of two families who bought the business just six months ago – was also urging diners to be kind and respectful. Staff have a lot to deal with under the traffic light system, she said. “We’re all in a new position.”

Cherie too needed to train up a few more staff members early this month to bring the total back to around a dozen for the busy summer season.

But Rock-it – like others – could still offer contactless takeaways to those without vaccine passes, Cherie pointed out, as it had to all its patrons during alert level restrictions. People could conveniently order and pay through the Regulr app, she added. “We used it throughout level 3.”

Back downtown at La La Land, Monika Suchecka was adamant “we cannot afford to close” so would be checking vaccine passes as well as offering ‘click and collect’ to those without passes. “I will try my best to make everyone happy.”

Opposite at George’s Beach Club, owner Dean Teddy was also happy to do contactless sales at the gate, while

making it clear his first obligation was to diners inside. With understaffing a problem in these Covid times, the cafe has been unable to open as much as usual, he said, so contactless orders could only be done during the less busy times.

Further up Bow Street, Iso Cafe & Bistro said staff would strive to “make everything happen as normally as possible”, to give patrons a good all-round experience despite Covid restrictions; while Raglan Harbour View Hotel was looking at the possibility of having a designated staff member on the door to check vaccine passports.

It would be “pretty unfair” for all staff to have to deal with that, duty manager Mike Anderson said.

Helen Rowling of The Wharf Kitchen and Bar was also very reluctant about “having my staff policing our customers”.

While complying with the traffic light system she’d keep things simple by having only enough seating “based on my staff situation” and would offer a smaller, concise menu using plenty of fresh produce.

“We will not overcomplicate things at this emotionally charged time,” she vowed. *ULO’s Kitchen early this month posted on Facebook that it made “the hardest decision” to only do takeaways “in these difficult times”.

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FR ESH NEW M ENU A ND COCKTA ILS AT ORC A E ATERY & BA R O R C A E AT E RY A N D B A R

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he team at Orca are delighted to announce a fresh change to our menus in time for summer. Our new Head Chef Joewi has been working with managers Morgan and Gio to bring you fresh new flavours to go with our delicious Toasted Espresso coffee and expanded range of drinks.

Our team believes that delicious food, tasty drinks, and great times shared with friends and family is what matters.

We are a casual, down-to-earth eatery overlooking the harbour where you can join us for a coffee catch up, a bite to eat, or for a special dinner to celebrate milestones with friends and family.

The day menu is full of layered, rich flavours. Brunch is delicious paired with Toasted Espresso’s hand roasted AA7 blend - this is a delicious, smooth coffee produced by our professional Baristas. Slide into lunchtime by checking out our local Workshop Brewing Co beers or firm Waikato

favourites Good George brews. The wine list is extensive with a choice for everyone, and Gio is extending the Gin selection for summer.

With new platters and fresh new cocktails, we have sunny afternoons sorted – come join us on the deck looking over the harbour - with an extended Happy Hour every day from 3-6pm. Share a platter filled with juicy cutlets or opt for a range of our small plates shared tapas style. Throw in a jug of summer sangria or your favourite cocktails at $20 for two and you have a great afternoon with mates.

Dinner can be a casual experience in the bar with friends or we can host you in the restaurant for a special evening. The sun sets over the harbour mouth adding to a beautiful atmosphere, along with some chilled tunes. Enjoy your small plates tapas style or choose from a range of mains and summer desserts to finish.

We hope you join us this summer to experience great times at Orca.

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INSPIR ED M ENU & K ILLER DR INKS AT ISOBA R I S O C A F É B I S T RO

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aglan is renowned for its sense of adventure and style – and backing up this reputation is one of the newer kids on the block – ISO Café Bistro.

Whether you’re looking for delicious eats, great coffee, a place to catch up with friends, or the opportunity to experience evening beats in a super fun vibe, Iso Café Bistro has that indefinable ‘it’ factor.

It’s a hot favourite with locals and visitors alike; popular for its fresh seasonal menu and for championing local ingredients whenever possible.

Head chef Dylan Clegg boasts years of international experience – and right now he’s ticking all the boxes for delicious eats right here in Raglan; from packed picnics for on the beach to brunch, lunch and dinner – and of course Christmas and summer functions and gettogethers.

The entire ISO team have a passion for outdoor adventures, fresh food, killer drinks - and a genuine love of hospitality. The end result is an experience you

won’t forget and it’s all wrapped in a stylish package featuring comfortable seating, New Zealand artwork and a fab outdoor fire to gather around on cooler evenings.

Kick start your day with Ozone coffee and treats like blueberry and ricotta hotcakes, or a prosciutto, asparagus and brie omelette. If you need to work you’re welcome to plug in or sit back, relax and enjoy the vibe.

The evening menu is mouthwatering with locals recommending the chargrilled yellowfin tuna with nicoise salad and citrus dressing, or the beef fillet carpaccio. Share the small and large plate options as a group to sample the enticing options (make sure you add the crayfish ravioli) – plus there are plenty of vegetarian, vegan and gluten free options.

If you’re in town for Thursday’s Eats & Beats (tapas and DJ set until late), grab your people and become part of the ISO crew – where’re you’ll want to return again and again.

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23 Bow St 021 198 7983 www.isobarraglan.nz

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the wharf The Raglan Wharf, a microcosm within the Whaingaroa community, with vibrant art and a variety of food on offer, make sure to wander down to the wharf this summer to check out the inner harbour views and grab a bite to eat.

SOUL SHOES L E AT H E R M A K E R S

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t’s a rare sight these days to see the final product being made before your eyes while you browse in a store, but that’s exactly what you can find at Soul Shoes.

Down on the Wharf, among the launching boats and fish & chips, you will find a plethora of Leather Goods hand made by local craftspeople, showcasing the best quality and design that Raglan (if not the New Zealand) has to offer.

The premium, solvent free, hides from the heart of New Zealand and Natural Vegetable tanned leathers sourced in Italy are carefully made into Bags, Shoes, Belts, Wallets and other Accessories from start to finish.

With more than 40 years of experience, Soul Shoes have established themselves as sustainability champions in their choice of durable materials and quality of product. Earning a reputation for being the one stop shop for Leather Goods to last you a lifetime.

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COA STGUA R D M ESSAGE RAGLAN VOLUNTEER COAST GUARDS

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elcome to all those coming to enjoy the coast this summer. We want everyone to stay safe throughout the season and into the New Year.

All those people heading out on watercraft, we advise that you have your vessel serviced, do all your checks and make a trip report before heading out, and be mindful of your surroundings, the conditions and others. Never forget your life jacket, and that includes when rock fishing, boating in the harbour or using paddle craft. We encourage

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everyone to join Coastguard, it helps us to help you. Another way to help us is participating in the annual raffle which directly generates much needed funds for our unit. Be safe in, on or under the water this summer.

Do not hesitate to call 111. Thanks to our sponsors, Gallagher Group Ltd and Rylock Waikato, we are here to help unconditionally.

If you would like to know more about the Raglan unit, please visit our website: www.raglancoastguard.org.nz Stay safe, RVCG.

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ajor improvements including new walkways, tidal stairs and a pontoon are in the pipeline for the Whāingaroa (Raglan) wharf. Raglan Community Board chair Gabrielle Parson shares some of the need-toknow information on these projects.

What is happening at Whāingaroa (Raglan) wharf?

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We’ve developed two options for the western walkway and need your help deciding which is best for Whāingaroa. You can check out these options on Waikato District Council’s website using the link below.

At the same time, we are also looking for your input into a 30-50year long-term strategy which will determine how the harbour looks in the future.

We’ve got four projects underway to improve the wharf now and in How can I have my say? the future. This includes repairs to strengthen the existing wharf, a new Take our survey online, or in pontoon, an eastern and western hardcopy which is available at the Whether you want quick easy breakfast or a long and languid dinner The walkway, a new look afor the and wharf Raglan Library.

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What used to be Raglan’s best kept secret is now making headlines, attracting travellers from all over the country and usually the world. We caught up with Raglan Kayak & Paddleboard owners Candide & Stephen Reid to find out about the best way to get out on the water and discover the impressive coast for ourselves.

Tell us, what’s so special about Raglan harbour’s limestone coast?

The unique pancake rock formations are approximately 30 million years old. It’s actually an ancient seabed which has risen out of the ocean. Rainfall, tides and other environmental factors carved the rocks into very intricate and mystical shapes. It’s Mother Nature’s art piece!

What’s the best way to get there?

If you are after a close encounter, then kayaking or paddleboarding are the best ways to get up close and personal with the coast.

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Around high tide, you can paddle right into the many nooks and crannies; it is truly unique!

Do we need experience to paddle to the pancake rocks?

Not at all, we have many different options available to get you there, making it accessible to everyone.

We offer rentals, tours and lessons, so depending on your abilities, we can advise and direct you into your most enjoyable option.

Is this a family friendly activity?

Yes, totally. I can’t think of a better way to spend quality time

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with family and friends, even dogs sometimes come along!

How would you describe the perfect day out?

I’d pack a light picnic and a beach bag and plan for a 2 hour or half day outing. It’s nice to slow it down and take the time to explore. You can find a deserted beach to soak up the sunshine, swim and enjoy quality time with family and friends. That’s what memories are made of!

How do we go about planning a trip?

It’s easy; you can now simply book directly online through our website.

All tours, lessons and rental options are just a click away. If you’re the spontaneous type, you can also find our team operating at Bow Street Jetty waterfront, ready to get you out on the water.

For the ultimate experience, we suggest people book in advance.

We’re open daily from 9am to 5pm, all summer, weather permitting.

Excited about discovering the Limestone Coast this summer? - book your experience with the Raglan Kayak Team today!

Raglan Kayak & Paddleboard www.RaglanKayak.co.nz Office: 021 186 0521

Heather Boer is your local Raglan Travel Expert with the experience of having worked with Flight Centre for 18 years.

She is a Raglan local working from home & can help with all your travel needs – flights, accommodation, tours, cruises & more!

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HIT THE MOUNTA IN BIK E TR ACK THIS SU M M ER R AG L A N M O U N TA I N B I K E T R AC K

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es, you can go mountain biking in Raglan, escape the blazing sun and being surrounded by cars when you ride.

won’t get muddy, or slip on pine needles!

There are 6kms of tracks, built by track-building professionals.

There are tracks for all levels, from beginner level through to more advanced trails.

Tracks are free to use, although a donation towards maintenance is appreciated.

Located at the harbour entrance, just go to the last car park at end of Kereopa Memorial Drive.

A bit of something for any rider, including the kids.

See Dirk at Cyclery Raglan, he can provide hire bikes, trail maps and membership for those that would like to join the club.

MTB club members keep the tracks in great conditions so you

Avoid the tracks if it has rained as they can be very slippery.

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UBCO Raglan. For Demo rides, sales & service contact:

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R AGL A N AUTO TYR E A ND M A R INE

Raglan Auto Tyre and Marine FOR ALL YOUR AUTO AND MARINE

We know what you did last summer!

Things we don’t tell anyone!!

Be in to win!

We fit batteries and globes for free, and even wiper blades (when it’s not raining you’re an adult now, I’m not standing in the rain for you). We’re open Saturdays, and WOFs are coming soon (shhhh!).

You ran your tyres bald or got a flattie. You left your lights on in the car or didn’t start your boat or motorhome for a year and needed a new battery.

And the award goes to…

Coming this summer…

Dean Shaw (full name withheld for privacy reasons), this year’s tyre-stuffer customer of the year in all tyre categories: farm, road, bike, and even wheelbarrow.

Congratulations Dean Shaw, we don’t know how you did it! Come down and collect your trophy and case of Workshop beer (they’re right next door)!

Steve Fitter—head mechanic, swami of the diesel—fixing cars since before Elvis had left the building! Fanny Mobe, shop and office manager extraordinaire, direct via France Autoelectrician Kayla, back by popular demand and available by appointment for your electrical woes. And, a huge beast with four lazer eyes (our new tyre laser alignment machine, helping you tackle the divvy).

Come on down

But the plot thickens Things you don’t know about us…

We stock the things you’d think - lifejackets, boat fuel tanks, quad bike and jet ski batteries..And the things you ask for drumsticks, cheese cloth, guitar strings, and more.

Find five differences in this image and go into the draw in to win at least $5 off your next puncture repair, excluding GST. Cut out this voucher and fax your entry to 1800 FLAT TYRE

Raglan Auto, Tyre, and Marine 2 Park Drive (07) 825 8480 Opening hours Monday - Friday 8:00-5:00 Saturdays - 8:00 - at least lunchtime

BEEKEEPING EXPERIENCES TRY SOMETHING NEW THIS SUMMER

Learn about the wonder of beekeeping right here in Raglan. Morning tea, coffee and beesuits included!

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A private hideaway, just 2 minutes walk to the beach, and 5 minutes to town.

• Tents • Campervans • Caravans • Bunkrooms

• Tourist Flats • Studio Units • Park Motels • Conference Room

• Group lodge facilities • We have something for every budget

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R AGL A N ROCK

OUTDOOR ADVENTURE IN RAGLAN

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aglan Rock is a Silver QualMark awarded, Outdoor Adventure company based right here in Raglan. Being only a 5-minute drive out of town, we’re conveniently located on Wainui Road between Raglan and Ngarunui beach. We offer a range of exhilarating tours for people of all ages and abilities; from thrill seekers to family adventures!

Join our qualified and experienced guides on our unforgettable adventures! Climb to new heights with our rock-climbing experiences and courses. Journey to the underworld with our exhilarating cave tours. Go waterfall chasing, day or night on our famous canyon tour. And discover our magical Whaingaroa glowworms.

With our brand-new office and shop, we’re able

to offer you an even more superior experience than ever before! Including our new bikes available for hire! You really haven’t seen Raglan until you’ve explored the cycleways and trails!

So what are you waiting for!? Come and experience Raglan like never before and let us show you the new meaning of the ‘wild west coast!’

Contact us via email at info@raglanrock.com, call us on 027 645 3547 or come down to our Adventure Centre on Riria Kereopa Memorial Drive and pop into our shop to say hello.

www.raglanrock.com info@raglanrock.com 027 645 3547

For more ideas around local activities drop in and chat to the knowledgable team at Raglan iHub:

e: info@raglanihub.nz p: 07 825 0556 a: 13 Wainui Road, Raglan SHOP OPEN 10am–3pm 7 days

R AGL A N GOLF CLUB R AG L A N ’ S H I D D E N G E M

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f you haven’t paid a visit to the beautiful Raglan Golf Course you should put it on your “to do” list this summer.

The picturesque 18-hole course is another of Raglan’s hidden gems.

Perfectly nestled on the estuaryedge, the course holds a golfing challenge for the beginner or the experienced.

The clubhouse is open from 10am most days over the holidays and from 9am on the weekends.

Golfers are welcome to enjoy refreshments in the newly-decorated clubhouse, a great place to relax and soak up the tranquil views after a round.

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The clubhouse is available for hire if you are planning a special event.

There are clubs, trundlers and golf carts available for hire and the course also includes a mini-putt course which is great for some family fun.

For the keen golfer the club’s New Year Tournament on January 2 will appeal. Registrations for 18-holes from 9.30am on the day and 11am for the 9-hole division.

Prizes for gross, stableford, nearest pin and longest drive. All welcome.

Bookings can be made by calling the clubhouse manager, Tim on 027 593 4676 or email raglangc@gmail. com or visit the club’s Facebook page.

We select and sell an eclectic range of pre-loved books and gifts.

Our shop is behind the big old pohutukawa tree at 2 Wallis Street.

Open 12pm-6pm daily from mid December to the end of January.

Gift vouchers available.

Contact 021504955 or raglanwellread@gmail.com

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reen Wave has been up and running for a couple of years now.

Give us an update. How’s it all

We are actually just starting out our sixth summer now. It’s amazing how much support the Raglan community has shown, so we’d like to thank everyone for that. We love teaching and sharing something we’re passionate about with our students.

And we’ve had phenomenal feedback as well - we’ve become the top-rated surf school in New Zealand.

It’s nice to know that our students are having such a positive experience.

Who’s involved with the instructing?

There are three of us that run Green Wave together: Zennor Wernham, Wes Rogers and Bing Lyons. Between the three of us we have over 30 years coaching experience. We also have a team of talented local surfers and former Raglan Surf Academy students helping us out through the busy months.

People say how difficult it is to surf but what do you say to those who have never surfed and want to give it a go? Will they get up?

Everyone stands up on our lessons. We actually offer a stand-up guarantee or your money back, and so far we have a 100% success rate. We don’t really put any pressure on our students. Sometimes they might feel a little nervous before we start, but we keep everything fun and relaxed. Before they know it, they’re already up and riding a wave. With free photos to prove it!

Do you offer any kind of kids camp / summer holiday programs?

We are running kids camps through the school holidays! It’s a great way to introduce kids to surfing in a fun, safe environment. We offer weekly camps as well as daily drop ins to fit everyone’s schedule.

You offer daily lessons. Is it always at the same time?

Our lesson schedule is based on the best tides and conditions for each day. This ensures that our students surf at the safest time and the easiest tide for learning.

This makes a huge difference in the quality of a lesson.

You can check the summer schedule on our website at www.greenwaveraglan.com Do you offer rentals as well?

Yes, we have a range of boards and wetsuits available for hire. Lots of soft-top beginner-friendly boards but also some good intermediate boards as well. You can ring us at 021 0841 3481 to inquire about rentals.

What can we expect from Green Wave this coming summer?

Lots of happy surfers, whether they’re keen travellers or local kiwi families. Our aim is to keep the quality of the lessons very high, with emphasis on ocean awareness. We put a lot of energy into every lesson and it’s rewarding to see how excited our surfers get as their skills progress.

THE SUR FERS CODE R E S P E C T T H E E N V I RO N M E N T A N D E AC H OT H E R

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urfers to Ngarunui Beach, Manu Bay and Whale Bay will soon be seeing new ‘Surfers Code’ signs near the

water.

Thanks to local funding by the Raglan Point Boardriders and a grant from Waikato District Council, the new signs will be up just in time for summer.

With the water getting busier and busier, knowing the rules and practising safety in the water is crucial here on the west coast. The main theme of the Surfers Code in Raglan: Respect the environment, the ocean and most importantly, each other.

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The infamous waves at Manu Bay attract surfers from around the world.

But before you jump in the water just to say “I’ve surfed Manu Bay in Raglan”, take time to think if you really should be surfing there.

1. Point Break Ability: Intermediate to Expert - No Beginners 2. Paddling Out: Paddle wide of the wave. If caught inside, stay in the white water.

3. Keep the Wave Face Clear: Keep out of the way of approaching surfers.

4. Give Way: Closest to peak has right of way. Wait your turn. Join at the end of the queue.

5. Remember to Communicate: Call It! Paddle with commitment and intent.

6. Control Your Equipment: Hold onto your equipment, it can be a danger to others.

7. Give Respect to Gain Respect: Don’t drop in! No snaking, blocking, fading or burning.

8. Respect the ocean, land and local community.

IN ANY EMERGENCY, DIAL 111.

R A DIC A LLY LOC A L R ECIPES FROM THE R AGL A N GROWERS M A R K ET B Y K AT I E L O W E S

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ave you had a gander in the Friday markets yet? There is so much deliciousness on Stewart Street between 4-7pm every Friday. For the next couple of months I will share some of our home-kitchen experiments with the produce. The aim of these recipes is to provide inspo for meals, treats and accompaniments that are extremely local to Raglan (ideally grown and produced within 100km).

A VERY QU ICK R AGL A N PICK LE 4 SMALL TURNIPS from the Taunga Kereru family stall – wash, peel and slice finely, keep them raw.

The Taunga Kereru family stall has become one of our family favourites and my son is drawn to the daikon and turnips there every week. Liz Stanway is the ‘old girl’ and orchestrator of the gardens and her son Zak and girlfriend Emily have been selling at the stall over these recent beautiful Friday nights.

I’m not sure why my son is drawn to the turnips with such vivacity; perhaps he is living some sort of anime fantasy reality and the radishes turn into flying castles?! Regardless, it has taken me to dizzynew-turnip-heights in the kitchen.

THE JUICE OF HALF A LEMON (often available at the local pantry) ½ CUP APPLE CIDER VINEGAR (Daily Organics Matakana is exceptional) LARGE PINCH OF GARDEN HERBS – top a few herbs and snip finely with scissors - such as coriander, thyme and a horseradish leaf Some spring onion tops bring zing

Turnips have featured on the dinner table now in many forms - I have roasted some with other local veggies to make big hearty dinner salads. I stuffed a chicken with a turnip, lemon and herbs; that was good! Today I am sharing a simple quick pickle that you can whack on the side of any meal at this time of year. Would go well with enchilada, or fried fish, perhaps just eating it while drinking a cold glass of white wine… enjoy.

And if you can get a large laden teaspoon of local honey in there then go for it!

You can tumble these gems in a large glass jar or bowl and serve immediately or stash in the fridge for an hour two to make cold and crunchy.

4-7pm Every Friday (No market New Year Eve)

1 Stewart St on the church grounds @RaglanGrowersMarket

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ONE HUNDR ED DAYS OF SU M M ER IN WH Ā INGA ROA B Y L E I L A N I G O O DA L L

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ummer has arrived in Whāingaroa, and it is the place to be. With events, excellent restaurants, beautiful nature and fantastic surf all in this small town, the summer schedule is jam-packed. However, we all know this year has been slightly different to all previous, so let’s take a look at what’s going on in town this summer.

New year’s eve is always a big night in Raglan; with the Yot club and other venues serving tunes, there’s something on for everyone. This year things may look a little different, as unfortunately the annual firework display and parade have been canceled.

We thought about what the perfect day of holiday in Raglan looks like, with a good taste of all that’s on offer! Firstly we recommend grabbing a coffee to start the day off right. Raglan now has three independent local coffee roasters, and all are worth a try. There are plenty of excellent cafes dotted around town also serving breakfast, so the morning options are endless. If the heat is hitting town already, one could go straight to the water to swim or surf at the Kopua, Ngarunui or Manu Bay. Kayaking is also an option, with paddling over to the pancake rocks being a beautiful underrated day trip. Otherwise, there’s plenty of options on land, such as walking Bridal Veil Falls or Mount

R AGL A N SUNDAY SESSIONS NOTHING BRINGS THE SOUND OF SUMMER LIKE THE RAGLAN SUNDAY SESSIONS!

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he iconic weekly festivity, now 12 years strong, is recognised across the country and beyond for hosting high quality acts in the most notoriously great vibe.

A weekly affair that gets the whole heart of the village beating! Before Covid hit NZ, we had DJs, MCs, bands and music producers from all over the world performing at the mighty Yotty. This would always be alongside our own burgeoning talent, from Whaingaroa if possible but also showcasing the best Nz has to offer.

“The Sunday Sessions are known especially for the contagious good vibe and quality acts. It’s a place for the community and people from all walks of life to get together, connect and let their hair down!

There’s something special about the vibe that builds up in the space outside at The Yot Club, and even though the international acts are

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not around for this Summer our local and New Zealand performers always bring the goodness.

The Sessions, located in the Yot Club Outside area aims to make music available to all, by offering free entry and being open to all ages (accompanied by parents) between 5pm and 7pm.But beware, festivities go up a notch as the sun goes down, becoming R18 after 7pm.. We suggest you come early and secure your spot in the sun!

To find out about up-and-coming artists for the season, follow Raglan Sunday Sessions on Facebook and Instagram.

Raglan Sunday Sessions / Yot Club Yard / Free from 4.20pm, cover charge and R18 after 7pm.

Inside for the full clubbing vibe from 10pm/1 am IG: @raglan_sunday_sessions IG: @yotclub_raglan

Karioi. With all the fantastic views at these locations and around Whāingaroa, we recommend taking a picnic to enjoy the sunset; with Raglan getting the best in the West! For those who’d like to boogie-we recommend following the music/ there’s always something good in town!

The true beauty of Whāingaroa shines through during the sunny season, as there is so much on offer-as highlighted in this guide. The town has something for those from anywhere and everywhere, all ages and interests. With so much on offer-get creative with your days! Maybe hike Mt Karioi and finish the day with Fish and Chips at the Wharf or Grab breakfast at one of our local eateries before heading on a surf lesson.

This year has been a hard one for all so supporting local businesses is more important than ever. Residents of Whāingaroa know just how many awesome things the town has to offer and this makes for the perfect time to try something new-especially with all of the awesome new businesses that have joined us in the last year. What you choose to do is up to you; but one thing for sure-in 100 days of Whāingaroa summer no two will be the same!

No matter what, the town is always at capacity with happy spirits over the New Year’s period and the shining stars above, idyllic waves and Whāingaroa township set the perfect scene for a great night and day.

YOT CLUB ROCK ING R AGL A N’S LIVE M USIC SCENE B Y J A N I N E J AC K S O N

YOT Club owner Andy Meek

Live acts that have played at the YOT Club over the years.

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utside appearances are definitely deceiving when it comes to the YOT Club.

In the harsh light of day, the exterior walls are shabby and pinned with community notices for yoga classes, movies, markets, music lessons and other local events.

It’s a good place to go and find out what’s happening around town.

And punters looking for a Raglan nightlife scene can check out the latest live act headlining at the iconic music venue affectionally known as the Yottie.

It’s just as unassuming inside, with a bar that runs nearly the length of the building leading to a performance space/mosh pit at the Bow Street end of the venue.

A stage is crammed into one end of this space, and posters and large photos of previous gigs embellish the interior walls.

What happens after dark is where you’ll find the heart and soul of the YOT Club and that’s pretty special according to owner Andy Meek.

“It might be small but there’s a huge amount of passion that comes from the performers and the audience.”

Andy has definitely made his mark on the Raglan music scene.

It was something that previous owner Pete Coddington was eager to see happen when he handed over the keys to Andy in 2013.

“Pete wanted to take it to the next level. He wanted someone like me with the experience to take it on.”

Andy came to the YOT Club with 11 years as owner of K’Road live music mainstays Ink Bar and its sister bar Coherent under his belt.

He still operates Ink Bar, which is known in the dance scene for featuring top DJs from New Zealand and around the world. Coherent no longer exists but it was known in its day for showcasing live rock bands.

In the pint-sized YOT Club, Andy has managed to combine the two types of acts very successfully.

With a reputation for getting rowdy, rock and reggae gigs and DJs at the top of their game, the club is legendary around the world.

It features in the travellers’ guidebook the Lonely Planet and in May this year, to celebrate New Zealand Music Month, the Yottie was named in the Herald as one of New Zealand’s best live music venues to visit.

A live music fan from way back, Andy still remembers what inspired him into the business in the first place.

“Whenever I get the chance, and there are bands I can’t book here, I’m still travelling to see bands I want to see.”

As well as catering to what’s hot on the music scene, Andy tries to book his favourite bands and over the years he’s hosted Kiwi rock legends Head Like a Hole and Regurgitator, to name but a few.

“Regurgitator are my favourite band. Me and my mate toured them through New Zealand so having them play at the Yottie was something else,” he says.

One of the club’s top acts My Baby hit the stage in January 2014 and they’ve been a drawcard ever since.

The Dutch-New Zealand trio had not long released their debut album Loves Voodoo! and they’ve continued to come back every year to headline at the YOT Club.

“My Baby are superstars now. They won’t be back this summer because of Covid. But they’ll keep coming back every summer.”

Many of the band members become personal friends, with Andy offering accommodation at the family home; one of the drawcards for the performers, other than playing at the Yottie, is being able to spend some time in Raglan.

The YOT Club has also been the breeding ground of many a young local musician with local high flyer Muroki cutting his live performance teeth with his band Cloak Bay at the Yottie.

“They did their first ten gigs here,” he says.

“For sheer passion, some of Muroki’s gigs have been incredible.”

The popular Sunday Sessions which herald the beginning of summer in Raglan, often feature local DJs getting a taste for a live performance bigger than their living room.

Andy’s there for nearly every performance and he’s proud of what the YOT Club has to offer, even though some gigs barely break even and the Covid lockdowns have hit hard.

“After the first lockdown (March 2020) both my businesses bounced back but this one’s been really horrific.”

But Andy’s not been sitting idle all this time, there are funding opportunities he is looking into and now the lockdown has been lifted he’s hard at work planning and confirming the gigs for the summer.

There are already some top acts lined up for the end of the year, including top UK drum and bass duo Document One on December 27, Hamilton sixpiece Knights of the Dub Table on the 28th, Dunedin five-piece Summer Thieves on the 29th and eminent nightclub DJ Greg Churchill and Waikato old-school, hip-hop DJs KRS3 on New Year’s Eve. IG: @yotclub_raglan

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Amohia ake te ora o te iwi, ka puta ki te wheiao. To protect the wellbeing of our people is paramount.

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A MESSAGE FROM WAIKATO DHB Kia ora e te whānau, We are all looking forward to a great summer with our whānau, after a year when we have had to work hard together as a community to meet challenges.

As Kiwis get out and about over the holidays we expect to see increased numbers at our local summer destinations.

It’s important that while we’re enjoying the break, we also take steps to protect ourselves, our whānau, and those communities we are visiting. The best thing you can do is to get your COVID-19 vaccination and ensure you follow the guidance in line with the local traffic light settings.

Health providers across the region are preparing to support additional numbers, just as they do every summer.

At the same time, visitors should be aware that they are coming to smaller communities so need to take care and

STAY SAFE THIS SUMMER Get vaccinated

BE PREPARED

be prepared while on holiday.

It is important to have a plan in case you or your whānau need to isolate following a positive COVID-19 test or you’re notified of a close contact with a case.

This means having enough food and any health supplies readily available where you are staying, or a plan for how you will return directly home to isolate. If you are unable to return home safely, you will be supported to isolate in accordance with the COVID-19 Care in the Community programme.

We wish you and your whānau a safe and happy Christmas and wonderful New Year.

Dr Kevin Snee – Chief Executive

CHECK SETTINGS BEFORE YOU GO For what to do under each traffic light setting visit covid19.govt.nz/traffic-lights

Vaccination is the best protection against COVID-19, so we encourage you to be fully vaccinated before you go on holiday.

Make sure you have everything you need • Know you’re healthy before you go. If you are unwell, stay at home • If you or someone travelling with you tests positive for COVID-19.

Have a plan for how you will return home and make sure you have everything you need for you and your whānau for 20 days. The local area you are visiting may have limited services.

You and everyone you are staying with should not leave the place where you are isolating for any reason, unless advised to do so by the health team, or in an emergency when you have called 111.

Walk-ins are available at many sites throughout Waikato, with vaccinations provided at DHB sites, from GPs and pharmacies.

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Supply checklist

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General hygiene and safety

Stay home if you are unwell.

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Sneeze and cough into your elbow.

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We recommend visitors check in with their GP at home to see what telehealth services they may be able to provide.

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Thames Medical Centre will continue to provide a general practice clinic at the Thames Hospital Emergency Department on Saturdays 9am to 3pm.

Charges may apply for clinic services.

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For emergencies and urgent medical attention dial 111 or go to your nearest hospital Emergency Department.

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SLIP–SLOP–SLAP–WRAP Don’t forget to cover up, slop on plenty of SPF 30+ sunscreen (even if it is shady), slap on a hat and wrap on some sunglasses.

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Canned food Rice, pasta, lentils Flour Butter, cheese Long Life milk Eggs Meat to put in freezer Sauces and seasonings Tea or coffee Instant noodles Fruit and vegetables that will last Non-perishable snacks Clean drinking water

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Baby food and snacks Baby formula Milk bottles Nappies Ointments, medicines Baby wipes

For pets

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Face masks/covering Hand sanitiser Disposable gloves Cleaning products Ziplock bags to store food Tissues Toilet rolls Extra supplies of prescriptions in case of a longer stay Non-prescription medications (e.g. pain relief, fever reducers) Toiletries Sunscreen First Aid kit Stock up Ice packs on any Rubbish bags ions prescript u Batteries

WATER SAFETY

• Don’t leave children alone near water, even for a minute • Use life jackets when doing water sports or on a boat • Obey all the safety signs and warnings

BE FOOD SAFE

• Clean surfaces, utensils and hands with soap and water • Wash all produce under running water before eating, cutting or cooking • Keep raw seafood, meat and chicken away from fresh produce • Don’t leave food at room temperature for longer than one hour

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Thursday 6th January

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Friday 7th January

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AFTER HOURS & PUBLIC HOLIDAY CARE ARRANGEMENTS: Anglesea Clinic provide health services for our patients out of normal working hours, they are located at the Corner Anglesea & Thackeray Streets in Hamilton and can be contacted 24 hours a day on 07 858 0800.

Afterhours/Anglesea Clinic 07 858 0800 In the event of an emergency, dial 111.

NEW PATIENT ENROLMENT We’ve had to temporarily cease enrolling new patients due to an overall increase in demand for services, however we do expect to take on new patients again from mid-February 2022 when more clinicians have joined the team.

Healthline can be contacted 24 hours a day on 0800 611 116 for free advice from registered nurses.

In the event of an emergency, dial 111.

RED/GREEN TRIAGE SYSTEM We will continue to operate a triage system for patients with any infectious symptoms so we can reduce the possible spread of infections.

If you have had a sore throat, cough, shortness of breath, a fever, runny nose in past 48hrs, we will put your name on a triage list to receive a call from a medical professional

COVID-19 TESTING We will continue to offer COVID-19 tests to make sure there are no undetected cases in our community, if you have any symptoms, please call the clinic to arrange a test and a medical professional will discuss the options available to you. Bookings are essential.

COVID-19 VACCINATIONS Vaccination clinics will commence again on 7th February 2022 You can make a booking online on Book My Vaccine or you can phone the COVID-19 Immunisation Help Line 0800 28 29 26

PLANS TO EXPAND OUR TEAM IN 2022 Next year will see us extending the range of services provided at Raglan Medical with plans underway to employ a dietitian, a Kaiawhina (community health worker) and to expand the clinical pharmacist role.

We are also expanding our nursing and doctor teams to help us manage the demands of managing COVID-19 in our community.

VIRTUAL SERVICES We encourage you to continue booking telephone & video consultations where possible and to sign up to our Manage My Health App which gives you more control to access results and the ability to email your doctor directly.

TESTING POSITIVE FOR COVID-19 OVER THE HOLIDAY SEASON If you are a registered patient at Raglan Medical and test positive while you’re on holiday, regardless of where you are in the country, we will manage your care via telephone on normal working days.

If you are a casual patient and test positive while you’re on holiday in Raglan, we will be advising you to contact your regular GP provider to manage your care via telephone as they will have access to all your medical records.

CASUAL PATIENTS NEEDING GP SERVICES OVER THE HOLIDAY SEASON Our ability to provide services to casual patients will depend on the demand on any given day, preference will be given to our registered patients. We will always provide care in the event of an emergency but may ask you to contact your regular GP for normal general practice services if we are at capacity.

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RAGLAN 104B and 104D Greenslade Road

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Hidden Treasure Surrounded in native trees and perched above Moonlight bay, this property consists of two adjoining titles. The pristine spot is hidden down a shared driveway and boasts direct access to the bay via a little bush walkway.

The first title (104B), is a 1270sqm freehold/subdivisible site with two self contained dwellings. The bright and modern one bedroom cottage, boasts an open plan living area with great indoor/outdoor flow. Large doors open out onto the expansive deck that is perfect for entertaining. The bedroom is a generous size, with an adjoining office/wardrobe nook. It also offers a full size family bathroom. A heat pump and double glazing will keep you cosy over the winter months too.

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AUCTION The separate self contained studio is a versatile space that can be utilised for extended family, rental or Air BnB accommodation. It is double glazed and insulated.

(Unless Sold Prior) GST Inclusive 12.00pm Wed 19 January 2022 PGGWRE, 87 Duke Street, Cambridge

The second title (104D) is a cross lease section, with a ¼ share of 1912sqm, it includes a small shed with landing. Use the land to build your dream home with views of the water or enjoy the extra space.

A private bush walkway, accessed directly from the property, provides access to the bay (shared with only three other properties).

Enjoy kayaking and swimming.

Jono Hutson M 021 488 766 E jono.hutson@pggwrightson.co.nz

pggwre.co.nz/HAM35361

RAGLAN 31 Whaanga Road Treetops - Whale Bay

Thank you to my past, present and future vendors. To the Raglan community, your support is much appreciated.

This stunning property is a rare find and gives you the ultimate luxury of being only a short stroll to the waves. Situated in an elevated position the 1012sqm (more or less) freehold section, enjoys gorgeous ocean views over a bush canopy and offers a sunny, sheltered, northerly aspect.

This could offer a fantastic opportunity to live onsite and enjoy the summer while you make plans to build your dream home.

Jono Hutson M 021 488 766 E jono.hutson@pggwrightson.co.nz pggwre.co.nz/HAM35245 PGG Wrightson Real Estate Limited, licensed under REAA 2008

Jono Hutson

Licensed Salesperson (REAA 2008) M 021 488 766 E jono.hutson@pggwrightson.co.nz www.facebook.com/JonoHutsonRealEstate

Helping grow the country

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DEVELOPING A PROJEC T AT R A NGITA HI T H E S U M M E R G U I D E T E A M C H AT T O B E N L E E F RO M T H E PA R S O N S P RO J E C T

How did your interest in property development begin?

I’ve always had an interest in architecture which expanded during my time in London, working initially as a carpenter before starting my own company. Our first project was a 60sqm Victorian Terrace cottage in Weybridge, Surrey. The house had been in the same family for 60 years and had its last make over in the 70’s. The main challenge was making such a small space a workable environment for a young family or professional couple to live in. We achieved this by removing walls, utilising every nook and letting in as much light as possible. Once back in New Zealand, my interest turned towards new builds with a sub-dividable section at the Mount. ‘A Cute House’ was our first project using Red Architecture and it went on to win several ADNZ Awards. We then continued with a development of 4 townhouses on Marine Parade, before returning to the Waikato and doing several developments in Tamahere. With Red Architecture, our projects have been lucky enough to win a total of 8 ADNZ regional awards and 6 national awards.

You own the Moonlight Bay house that Red Architecture was recently awarded for. Given it was a tricky steep section how did you find the project?

Moonlight Bay was definitely one of our more challenging sites.

Our previous coastal development was on an easy to access flat site at the Mount, so we had to be very dynamic here. There were many challenges, the most basic of which was not being able to have a skip or anywhere to park for the duration of the build. All

these were overcome with extra hard work from our builders, lots of imaginative solutions and lots of walking.

You have a new project in Rangitahi, Raglan. What are you creating there and why?

We wanted to uphold a strong design approach, that takes into consideration the wider community.

Our hub of 11 houses and 1 commercial unit, are designed to engage in the surroundings making the most of the stunning vistas, whilst remaining sympathetic to neighbouring developments. With the inclusion of footpaths and elected landscaping we’re wanting to achieve a connected space which endorses the Rangitahi ethos and creates a relaxed, easy living vibe with access to all of Raglan’s raw magnetism.

Rangitahi encourages connection with neighbourhood through design guidelines. What are your thoughts around the balance between connection and privacy?

Good design will always take in considerations for the wider community and I think it’s great that this is being stipulated in Rangitahi.

To be able to walk with neighbours through shared pathways, then retreat to our own areas brings the best of both worlds. It creates space for us to invest in our community.

Do you believe that a smaller footprint is the way forward for contemporary living?

There’s definitely a trend towards smaller spaces which seems to reflect people’s desire to live more simply. Homes in which to retreat at the weekend, with less maintenance and easy access to

BETTER RESULTS

amenities, frees up a greater sense of downtime.

How has and will the pandemic affect building projects for you and others with builds in Raglan?

The pandemic has placed a huge strain on business in NZ and globally.

As, like most, we’ve had to adjust our timelines and are prepared to be more generous to unforeseen factors which may affect us. Supply delays will require some creativity to keep us on track but hopefully

the new traffic light system should keep the building sites open and our workforce healthy and mobile.

What are you honestly most looking forward to in 2022?

Firstly, like the majority of New Zealand, a summer holiday. Then we’re really excited to get the Rangitahi development underway, and seeing what we can achieve there.

Check out more projects at: theparsonsproject.co.nz

100% Real Estate, 100% Raglan. As locals, the Bayleys Team in Raglan understand the appeal of the Raglan lifestyle. Thinking of buying or selling? Let’s talk.

Stephen O’Byrne 021 969 848 stephen.obyrne@bayleys.co.nz Michelle O’Byrne 021 969 878 michelle.obyrne@bayleys.co.nz Graham Rope 021 222 7427 graham.rope@bayleys.co.nz Mark Frost 022 150 2244 mark.frost@bayleys.co.nz

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THE R A NGITA HI PENINSUL A – A BE AUTIFUL NEIGHBOUR HOOD N E W S E C T I O N S R E L E A S E D O N R A N G I TA H I P E N I N S U L A

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e recently released 10 new sections on the peninsula located within The Plateau: the heart of Rangitahi (also known as stage 3). The Plateau is the most elevated area on the peninsula, with views of the surrounding farmland, coastline, and harbour.

In 2020 we sold more than 60 sections in this area; titles have now been issued, and building has commenced. The entire stage is made up of 90 sections in total.

There is a small village area made up of commercial and residential development with adjoining urban reserves, and we are currently designing some recreational features such as a tennis court and playground to be built there in the future. There will also be some small and larger commercial spaces developed including a childcare facility.

The Plateau is closely connected to the water’s edge and other stages via our open space network of walking tracks and footpaths.

The area is surrounded with green space, some of which has been planted with regenerative native planting to create interesting

views and maintain the area. We have planted community orchards across the peninsula in pockets of ‘in-between’ land that are fully accessible and open to the community to use.

The 10 sections we have recently released are north facing and have a beautiful outlook of Rangitahi and the Raglan area and snippets of the harbour.

Construction of this release of sections is planned to begin in May 2022 with titles for the sections anticipated to issue around Dec 2022.

Rangitahi is one of the most unique developments in New Zealand and people from all walks of life are interested in being part of the community we are establishing here. We have gathered a lot of interest in the sections over the last few months and don’t expect they will be around for long. If you are interested in learning more about the Rangitahi project, come over to check it out, order a coffee at our little eco coffee window ‘The Hut,’ and have a chat with Sam about what’s coming up in the future.

Section sizes range from around 430m2 – 628m2 Pricing starts at $550,000.

Make a booking to view the sites, or check out more on our website www.rangitahi.co.nz

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L J HOOK ER - R AGL A N S U P P O RT I N G T H E C O M M U N I T Y

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warm welcome to Raglan locals and visitors this summer - seasons greetings and kind wishes for a happy and safe New Year.

We are your local real estate team at LJ Hooker and have been serving your community with all matters real estate for 35 years.

Raglan is a unique artistic surfing town is well served by the ‘Local & Loyal’ sales team at LJ Hooker Raglan. The team has a wealth of knowledge of the coastal, rural, residential and rental investment properties in and about the Raglan township. With the support of the long established George Boyes & Co Limited (est. 1906) and the professional corporate family of LJ Hooker you are in good hands.

“Nobody does it better”.

We live and breathe the local area…

It may seem like a little thing but it’s vitally important in how we approach business – LJ Hooker Raglan is locally owned and we are very proud of our town!

And we believe that’s important because it means that no matter where you are, when you deal with LJ Hooker you’re dealing with a team that has a deep understanding of the area with a ‘local’s’ knowledge of what’s important to the community.

So when the time comes for you to enter the local property market, we can offer you the winning combination of local knowledge and experience to give you the best of both worlds.

Supporting the Community

When it comes to real estate we would be honoured if you would support the team that supports your community. Our long standing team of agents are heavily involved in the community.

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Meet New Agent, Jeff Pairaudeau What is your connection to Raglan?

We moved to Otonga valley two and a half years ago to care for my elderly parents.

What do you enjoy about the area?

I love living remotely out at Otonga Valley and then being part of the wider Raglan community that has a great vibe and a vision for moving forward.

What are you looking forward to in 2022?

To be honest it’s been a tough couple of years so I’m looking forward to a fresh start. Working with the LJ team based at the Raglan office will be a great experience.

Why our people will work harder for you…

Great companies aren’t buildings or logos or ads in the paper. Great companies are made by great people who work to achieve great things.

At LJ Hooker, we believe we are a great company. Sure, we pride ourselves on being driven to achieve success, but we’re also a company of genuine, committed people who know that success is a two-way street. Unlike some in our field, LJ Hooker doesn’t measure success merely by sales figures, we believe in relationships, in mutual benefit and in making your real estate experience, unforgettably positive.

In signing off, all our team wish you the best ever Raglan summer.

Best Wishes Greig, Tash & the Team.

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31 Mangakino Road

What Dreams Are Made Of AUCTION

16.01.22 Onsite

Contact

Kyle Leuthart - 021 903 309

Email

kleuthart.raglan@ljhooker.co.nz

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Welcome to 31 Mangakino Road. A private picturesque peaceful paradise awaits you here in a modern 4 bedroom 2017 built home surrounded by birdsong, nature and park-like flat grounds. Large Kahikatea and Rimu under QEII protection frame this property and there are a multitude of fruit and avocado trees as well as a ¼ acre blueberry hobby farm which has produced up to 700kgs in a season with the ability to create a small income at farmers markets. Decks front and rear capture the sun and create shade through the day and are a homely place to entertain day or night. The abode is stylish and very functional with a large open plan living area with American oak flooring and a fantastic kitchen to mingle with friends and family while preparing a meal. The master bedroom with ensuite and walk in robe is set privately from the other 3 double bedrooms and main bathroom in the other wing of the house. Such a magical setting and so well situated with seaside Raglan and Hamilton City an easy drive away. This property is truly easy to fall in love with so visit the open homes or view by appointment and experience it for yourself. Call Kyle the sole marketing agent to book a time now.

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The Top Of The Town

Beautiful Bush, Birdlife & Coastal Views Welcome to 1 Robert Street. This grand lady of the past requires a new owner to love her and restore her to her former glory. A matriarch at the top of town, she sits gently elevated in one of Raglans most sought after locations with panoramic views of the harbour. Being situated on a 979m2 corner site with development options sets the stage for the project and the potential is great to add some future value here with a but of elbow grease, whether it be just painting and polishing the floors, or a more detailed extensive modernization renovation, while retaining the charm and character of her age and era. Bring your grand plans and seize the day!

Contact Kyle Leuthart - 021 903 309 Email

kleuthart.raglan@ljhooker.co.nz

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PRICE By Negotiation Contact Kyle Leuthart - 021 903 309 Email

kleuthart.raglan@ljhooker.co.nz

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This is a chance to secure one of the prime properties in this popular location close to the beach yet still only a short drive to the action of Raglan. The 3 bedroom dwelling is positioned at the rear of the attractive 2686m2 site which enjoys ocean views out to Mussel Rock and the rolling waves of the Raglan Bar. Mature native bush wraps around the eastern boundary and is a haven for resident wood pigeons and other birdlife.

Upper Wainui Road is a very sought after address renown for it’s sea views, bush walks, lush tropical like setting and just simply being a great neighbourhood to live in. No covenants apply, LIM report available on request.

Greig Metcalfe

Chrissy Cox

Kyle Leuthart

Robbie Regnier

Matt Sweetman

Natasha Metcalfe-Black

Vanessa Keith

Jenni Stephens

021 995 071

027 287 1804

021 903 309

021 952 271

021 624 826

027 555 9994

027 621 3619

07 825 7170

Licenced Salesperson Managing Director

Licensed Salesperson

Licensed Salesperson

Licensed Salesperson

Licensed Salesperson

Licensed Salesperson Manager, Rental Dpt

Accounts Manager

Business Systems Operator

*NB Boundary lines on photos are approximate & merely a guide. All information contained herein is gathered from sources we deem reliable. However we cannot guarantee or give any warranty about the information provided. Interested parties must solely rely upon their own enquiries.

LJ Hooker Raglan (07) 825 7170 •

25-27 Bow Street , Raglan • George Boyes & Co Limited Licensed Real Estate Agent REAA 2008

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Set in an elevated position in the popular Flax Cove subdivision, this modern and low maintenance property enjoys lovely inner harbour, mountain and rural views. The modern home has a great layout and features 3 bedrooms, an ensuite bathroom and walk through wardrobe, high stud ceilings in the open plan living room which opens out to a front entertaining deck taking in the views on offer. The 709sqm site is thoughtfully landscaped with established plantings, a lawn area and boxed vege gardens. Flax Cove has direct access to the coastal reserve right on your doorstep for walking, running or biking.

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Modern Flax Cove Beach Home Price By Negotiation

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AUCTION 29.01.21 at 1pm Contact Kyle Leuthart - 021 903 309 Email

kleuthart.raglan@ljhooker.co.nz

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All buyers are encouraged to visit this classically cute and traditionally solid 1960’s bungalow situated right on edge of the Kaitoke waterfront reserve with the walking track access right on your doorstep. Relocated here in 2015 and fully code compliant, the 3 bedroom home has been modernised while retaining the warmth, character and charm of polished rimu floors and native timber features. The kitchen is very functional and the bathroom has the convenience of both a bath and shower. Step onto the generous lawn and there is a near new sleepout too which has it’s own private deck. There are lots of attractive features here so be sure to check it out!

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87d Houchen Road

Modern With Magical Mountain Views AUCTION

15.01.22 at 1pm

Contact

Kyle Leuthart - 021 903 309

Email

kleuthart.raglan@ljhooker.co.nz

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Welcome to 87d Houchen Road. Modern and low maintenance with beautiful mountain views is what you have in this absolute gem of a lifestyle property.

Located in the great little rural community of Te Mata, which is a short drive to Raglan, this well presented property is very appealing. The lovely home was built in 2015 and features 3 bedrooms, both a main and ensuite bathroom, Bosch appliances, gas cooking, gas instant hot water and a heatpump for winter warmth and summer aircon. The front deck off the open plan living area overlooks the easy care lawns, out over the rolling farms and countryside and up to Raglan’s sleeping lady, Mount Karioi. The total land area is 5013m2 (1.25 acres) and there are a few small paddocks behind the house for grazing a beefy or 2, a few sheep or a horse or pony. Plenty of storage is catered for by the standalone double garage and a recently built 4 bay carport which could be covered in the future. Education options are available with Matapihi rural childcare centre nearby and the property is zoned for popular Te Mata primary and intermediate school which is just a few minutes drive away. Call Kyle the sole marketing agent to book a time now.

Greig Metcalfe

Chrissy Cox

Kyle Leuthart

Robbie Regnier

Matt Sweetman

Natasha Metcalfe-Black

Vanessa Keith

Jenni Stephens

021 995 071

027 287 1804

021 903 309

021 952 271

021 624 826

027 555 9994

027 621 3619

07 825 7170

Licenced Salesperson Managing Director

Licensed Salesperson

Licensed Salesperson

Licensed Salesperson

Licensed Salesperson

Licensed Salesperson Manager, Rental Dpt

Accounts Manager

Business Systems Operator

*NB Boundary lines on photos are approximate & merely a guide. All information contained herein is gathered from sources we deem reliable. However we cannot guarantee or give any warranty about the information provided. Interested parties must solely rely upon their own enquiries.

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25-27 Bow Street , Raglan • George Boyes & Co Limited Licensed Real Estate Agent REAA 2008

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12 Bow Street Raglan

Super Central Character For Sale $789,000

Contact Jeff Pairaudeau - 027 210 4465 Email

jpairaudeau.raglan@ljhooker.co.nz

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Rare Retail Opportunity in the Heart of Raglan This Gorgeous 1930’s timber bungalow is traditional from the road front but freshly renovated with a newly created open planned kitchen, living dining. Native timber floors run throughout the entire house and have just been sanded polished and in a satin finish which looks spectacular.

The kitchen is brand new with engineered stone tops and completed with touches of black accents and is definitely the centerpiece. Bedrooms consist of a generous master, a roomy 2nd bedroom and the 3rd a good single size. All of this sits on a 641m2 freehold site. Call Jeff now on 027 210 4465.

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kleuthart.raglan@ljhooker.co.nz

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Email

kleuthart.raglan@ljhooker.co.nz

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A Little Oasis In Town This unique property could be Raglan’s candidate for ‘Grand Designs’. Featuring 2 homes on 1.45 acres with a sunny northfacing aspect and amazing views over Okete Bay, this property has been a labour of love for the owner of 21 years.

The first home is a 2 bedroom contemporary mud brick home which is a stunning piece of architecture and the second home comprises a cute 1 bedroom cottage with warm native timber features. The orchard is very attractive with an array of fruit producing trees including a large avocado. Two homes present so many options to buyers as well as the potential for rental income.

Contact Kyle Leuthart - 021 903 309

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Two Homes! Totally Unique!

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This is an extremely rare opportunity to secure a main street Raglan commercial premises which are traditionally tightly held. The site would suit a myriad of uses, in particular retail due to the very high foot traffic and prime position among other successful long term businesses. Situated in the ‘Raglan Business Town Centre Zone’ with a building height permitted of 10m with no building setbacks, redevelopment to a multi level building in the future as Raglan grows is a real possibility here. This is a fantastic chance for a business to cement their operations in the main street and secure their future without the restrictions of being a tenant.

AUCTION 15.01.22 at 1pm Contact Kyle Leuthart - 021 903 309 Email

kleuthart.raglan@ljhooker.co.nz

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This lovely property is within easy walking distance to the town centre and has a private and peaceful native bush outlook and a distant view out to the harbour. The north facing sunny home features 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom home with 2 living areas as well as a large rumpus room which could serve as an extra sleeping area for visiting friends and family. The deck on the lower level is covered and has a lovely outlook over the many native trees the owners have planted The section size is very generous at 1457 square metres and may hold some subdivision and development potential so we advise exploring this with council.

Greig Metcalfe

Chrissy Cox

Kyle Leuthart

Robbie Regnier

Matt Sweetman

Natasha Metcalfe-Black

Vanessa Keith

Jenni Stephens

021 995 071

027 287 1804

021 903 309

021 952 271

021 624 826

027 555 9994

027 621 3619

07 825 7170

Licenced Salesperson Managing Director

Licensed Salesperson

Licensed Salesperson

Licensed Salesperson

Licensed Salesperson

Licensed Salesperson Manager, Rental Dpt

Accounts Manager

Business Systems Operator

*NB Boundary lines on photos are approximate & merely a guide. All information contained herein is gathered from sources we deem reliable. However we cannot guarantee or give any warranty about the information provided. Interested parties must solely rely upon their own enquiries.

LJ Hooker Raglan (07) 825 7170 •

25-27 Bow Street , Raglan • George Boyes & Co Limited Licensed Real Estate Agent REAA 2008

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Raglan 25 Rangitahi Road

North Point Residences, Rangitahi

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

Asking Price $900,000 View by appointment Mark Frost 022 150 2244 mark.frost@bayleys.co.nz

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Raglan 246 Hills Road

Your own coastal retreat

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If you are looking for your own coastal retreat with freedom and fresh air then look no further. This one of a kind property in Raglan could be your definitive family home or you can explore the opportunities of developing it into an amazing yoga style retreat, creative functions space or business mentoring hub. Location is absolute key, you are only a five-minute drive to the vibrant town hub yet on your very own lifestyle peninsula with direct water access and relaxing views of the Raglan harbour, Mt Karioi and the Raglan bar. You can simply paddleboard, kayak, or boat to town with the family to the local markets and return with a feast of organically grown local produce. The ground floor has a large open plan kitchen and dining room which flows through to the expansive lounge, you can have your breakfast or BBQ dinner on the wrap around deck and watch the sun set on the horizon.

Asking Price $4,100,000 View by appointment Mark Frost 022 150 2244 mark.frost@bayleys.co.nz Kate Wardlaw 027 498 4282 kate.wardlaw@bayleys.co.nz

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Raglan 5 Aroaro Lane

Contemporary coastal family home

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If you are looking for a coastal home away from the hustle and bustle of these changing times then look no further.

This contemporary coastal home will be your own private oasis with plenty of room for the whole family to relax and enjoy. This immaculate home has a well appointed spacious kitchen which blends seamlessly with the large open plan living, dining and outdoor north facing deck. After a fun day of activities you can relax with friends and family around the dining table as the kids and pets play games in the adjoining playground and large open grass area.

Price by Negotiation Phone for viewing times Mark Frost 022 150 2244 mark.frost@bayleys.co.nz Kate Wardlaw 027 498 4282 kate.wardlaw@bayleys.co.nz

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Artist's impression

Raglan 5 Arapatiki Street

Amazing water views - build your dream home If you want an amazing location to design and build your dream home with uninterrupted views across the water then look no further. This large elevated 1311 sqm (more or less) section is perfectly positioned so you can relax with family and friends enjoying the amazing coastal and rural views from your well designed open plan living and outdoor entertaining areas. After dinner you can relax in your hot tub nestled amongst the native trees and watch the moon light glisten across the water below. Thanks to Simon @dickeybird for the photos and visualisation.

Price by Negotiation View by appointment Mark Frost 022 150 2244 mark.frost@bayleys.co.nz SUCCESS REALTY LIMITED, BAYLEYS, LICENSED UNDER THE REA ACT 2008

bayleys.co.nz/2313036

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Raglan

SOLD

9 Omahina Street

7 Kanuka Street

Asking Price $525,000 View by appointment Mark Frost 022 150 2244 mark.frost@bayleys.co.nz

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

SUCCESS REALTY LIMITED, BAYLEYS, LICENSED UNDER THE REA ACT 2008

SOLD - Build your forever home

SUCCESS REALTY LIMITED, BAYLEYS, LICENSED UNDER THE REA ACT 2008

Relaxing views - build now

If you feel like you've missed out on this generous 1157 sqm (more or less) section at Rangitahi Peninsula with views of Mount Karioi, then keep an eye out for more sections coming to the market shortly. If you’re thinking about selling your property to realise your dreams of building a home in this stunning part of Aotearoa, give Mark Frost a call for an appraisal.

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

bayleys.co.nz/2312961

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UNDER CONTRACT

Raglan

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Raglan

SOLD

Lot 414 Rangitahi Peninsula

Raglan

Lot 292 Rangitahi Peninsula

Asking Price $625,000 View by appointment Mark Frost 022 150 2244 mark.frost@bayleys.co.nz

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

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SOLD - Tranquil views

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Flat section - relaxing outlook

Missed out on this picture-perfect section with uninterrupted views of the inner harbour and native bush? With more sections coming to the market soon, you will have the incredible opportunity to build your forever home or holiday bach on the coveted Rangitahi Peninsula. If you need to sell your property in order to make your new build dreams come true then give Mark Frost a call.

If you're planning on moving to Raglan, or relocating within and want to build an amazing family home, then you need to have a look at Lot 414 at the beautiful Rangitahi Peninsula. Contact Mark Frost for more information today.

bayleys.co.nz/2312713

bayleys.co.nz/2312808

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SOLD

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31C Government Road

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

SOLD - Hidden charmer Offering three double bedrooms, open plan living, family bathroom plus an extra toilet, lockup double garage and generous decking to soak in the ambiance - there's so much to love! The section is low maintenance and partially bordered by a variety of large established trees. This really is a sanctuary in town.

bayleys.co.nz/2312872

SOLD

Raglan

82 Maungatawhiri Road

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Raglan 36 Robertson Street Sophisticated Raglan style

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Designed to enjoy maximum views, this modern residence offers an enviable opportunity to live the ultimate Raglan lifestyle. This home is stylish and superbly presented. Quintessential kiwi summer entertaining is a breeze with seamless connection from the kitchen and lounge, to the generous outdoor decking. Spacious split-level living has been thoughtfully designed and includes a huge picture window to enjoy the stunning, ever changing, inner harbour, mountain and rural views.

Auction (unless sold prior) 11am, Thu 16 Dec 2021 96 Ulster Street, Hamilton View by appointment Stephen O'Byrne 021 969 848 stephen.obyrne@bayleys.co.nz Michelle O'Byrne 021 969 878 michelle.obyrne@bayleys.co.nz

bayleys.co.nz/2312932

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For Sale View by appointment Scott Macdonald 027 753 3854 scott.macdonald@bayleys.co.nz Stephen O'Byrne 021 969 848 stephen.obyrne@bayleys.co.nz Michelle O'Byrne 021 969 878 michelle.obyrne@bayleys.co.nz SUCCESS REALTY LIMITED, BAYLEYS, LICENSED UNDER THE REA ACT 2008

SOLD - Once in a lifetime opportunity The property’s elevation optimises the breathtaking panoramic views across Raglan harbour out over the bar and coastal countryside. It would be hard to find a more magical spot than this 20.4ha (more or less) property.

bayleys.co.nz/2312773

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Raglan 812 Ruapuke Road

Raglan 8 Bay View Road

As far as the eye can sea

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Like a box of fine chocolates, indulgent temptation always lies within. Wrapped in rural tranquillity near Ruapuke Beach and the foothills of Mt Karioi, your taste buds will drool just seeing this country retreat.

Cherish breakfast and brunch on the mountain-view patio, then lounge on the verandah and toast sunset as it dips behind the ocean.

Auction (unless sold prior) 11am, Thu 3 Feb 2022 96 Ulster Street, Hamilton View by appointment Graham Rope 021 222 7427 graham.rope@bayleys.co.nz

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Daydream haven amid bush and harbour view Having enticed holidaymakers far and wide to cherish this special Raglan spot - it's yours to buy and enjoy all year round, basking in the sun and scenery of this magical place. The grandstand deck expands fun in the sun on the upper floor. Stacker sliders slip out for a seamless link with views that embrace the bush and harbour just beyond, while bi-fold doors in the corner instill a clever, conservatory hint.

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ALTOGETHER READY FOR THE

Something to cheer about With balmy summer days and happy times with our loved ones ahead, Bayleys salespeople across the country are working hard to help Kiwis wrap up the year with something to cheer about. As more New Zealanders take stock of what’s important, we see health, happiness and quality time high on many a priority list – making it an excellent time to focus on our homes and our lifestyles.

Looking ahead, evolving market conditions and strong demand continues to warm the residential marketplace, offering new opportunities for buyers and sellers taking advantage of an

engaged Kiwi audience over the summer months.

Bayleys is deeply grateful to our national network of clients and customers for their continued support and trust through an unsettled year, and we look forward to kicking off a somewhat different, but altogether better holiday season.

Warmest wishes for a very happy holidays from the team at Bayleys.

07 834 3232 | info@bayleyswaikato.co.nz SUCCESS REALTY LTD, BAYLEYS, LICENSED UNDER THE REA ACT 2008

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To all my customers and clients for giving me the wonderful opportunity to work with you this year.

I wish you all a happy and fulfilling new year ahead and look forward to the pleasure of serving you further in our beautiful little seaside community of Raglan.

021 760 468 melanie.carroll@raywhite.com

She is friendly and approachable.

She goes the extra mile and she tells you how it is. On top of this she got us a great price for our house. Very happy.

Pleasant, friendly, very efficient. I highly recommend dealing with this woman.

Mel was outstanding with the marketing of the property, we had full confidence in her being able to sell our house.

We were also really impressed with Julie as auctioneer. Both Julie and Mel worked well as a team and were a pleasure to deal with.

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What can we do for you?

Full management I Casual lettings Pay as you go property management

Wishing you all a fantastic holiday period, have fun and keep safe Raglan!

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Blair Hanna 021 0200 8282

If you are looking for a stress-free service give us a call, we can help you.

Ray White Raglan Rentals 07 825 8640 rentals.raglan@raywhite.com rwraglan.co.nz

Current Listings

1 Te Toki Way, Raglan

AUCTION 12:00pm, Saturday 21 January On site (unless sold prior)

65 Rosser Street, Huntly

AUCTION 3:00pm, Saturday 21 January On site (unless sold prior)

4 Violet Street, Raglan

AUCTION 6:00pm, Tuesday 21 December Ray White Raglan Office (unless sold prior)

We’ve been busy!

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... and now we are left with buyers, ready to go, looking for their next home.

If you would like Julie Hanna’s support in achieving your next chapter in life give her a call.

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COUNCILLOR KŌR ERO A M E S S A G E F R O M T H E R A G L A N WA R D C O U N C I L O R LISA THOMSON

Kia ora koutou, It is hard to believe that the end of 2021 is fast approaching, Christmas and New Year once again upon us. Another challenging time with changes that no one anticipated and an end of year where we prepare to live with Covid-19 in 2022 and beyond.

Living in a time of uncertainty and change is hard, it is even more important moving forward as a community that we remain connected and empathic.

We have fantastic examples of this in action now, our community growers market is a wonderful expression of this, sharing local abundance from growers gardens, their expertise and knowledge shared out amongst our community.

Sharing resources and collaborating are Raglan’s Destination Management Organisation, which manages our local i-Hub and community-focused energy retailer, Raglan Local Energy (RLE), who have entered into an exciting partnership. This will see RLE in the new year operating out of the hub and they will be sponsors of the growers market.

Colin Chungs’ Raglan Community Christmas Picnic is another, spreading love to those in need with a little extra festive cheer on Christmas day; these initiatives have been created through collaboration, working together is good for our community wellbeing.

For many of us summer time is a wonderful time of year, the fresh tang of salted air, the warmth of the sunshine, watching the kids jetty jumping, walks along the beach and the long awaited opportunity for those who have been apart from loved ones, to finally plan for the holidays and being together.

If you are visiting us, please remember that we are a small community with limited resources, bring a little extra patience and understanding, relax and chill out.

Hang out on one of our parklets downtown, take a blanket and sit on the grassed islands on Bow Street or take a streetside seat at one of our coffee shops, watch the world go by, talk, laugh and connect.

Take time to let traffic cross the one lane car bridge, from both sides! When you see cars backing up toward town or Raglan west, let them through, a couple of minutes waiting to let others go, won’t end the world. If you are freedom camping, check out www.waikatodistrict.govt.nz/recreation/camping for all you need to know.

Take care to love our backyard like we do, take your rubbish with you, where you can, use your reusables,

if you have heard the saying ‘leave only footprints’?... think of that when you are here in our community.

I would like to take time to acknowledge community hero’s like Bob MacLeod, community extraordinaire, young at heart and passionate leader who sadly passed during lockdown. He was a strong advocate for the community and his years of service to Raglan in his many roles is sorely missed.

A big shout out thank you to all the people and organisations who contribute to making this community a ‘community’, 2021 has been another difficult one but it has also made me appreciate this place even more. Big thanks to the Raglan Community Board, who have put a lot of time and effort into various projects and issues.

Thank you to the Raglan Lions, who have made the tough decision not to host our annual Lions New Years Parade. It is the first time in the history of the parade, but given these challenging times it is understandable, thank you for taking care of our community and our visitors.

Enjoy this beautiful place that we are blessed to call home; relax, unwind, take some time to pause, breathe and rest. Take some time to think about the year ahead and how we can work together in the new year to support each other. If you aren’t able to be close to whanau or friends, reach out for support, there is a community waiting to help.

Merry Christmas everyone, best wishes for a safe, joyful Christmas and a prosperous New Year.

Ngaa mihi, Lisa Thomson Raglan Ward Councillor

TUNE IN LIVE AT 98.1FM OR RAGLANRADIO.COM @raglancommunityradio

Festive season

NAN’S GOSPEL SHOW

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timetable 2021/22

PRINCE HARRY

23 Raglan Using the Raglan bus over the Christmas/New Year period? Expect changes to your usual bus timetable.

MOTHERFOLKERS

GFACTA - KIDS

DECEMBER 2021 FRI 24

SAT 25

SUN 26

MON 27

TUES 28

Christmas Day

Boxing Day

Public Holiday

Public Holiday

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No service

SAT 01

SUN 02

Day after New Year’s Day

THUR 30

FRI 31

Weekend Timetable

JANUARY 2022 New Year’s Day

WED 29

MON 03

TUES 04

Public Holiday

Public Holiday

Weekend Timetable

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The Raglan bus extension to St Johns College will finish on Friday 17 December 2021 and

Normal

restart on Tuesday 1 February 2022.

Please note over the school holiday period, the stops on Norrie Ave are not serviced. Please use the stop outside the Fire Station/Museum instead.

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RURAL | LIFESTYLE | RESIDENTIAL

Thank you for the wonderful support this year! I hope everyone has a great Christmas and a happy New Year.

I have amazing rural properties and sections coming to the market in the new year, give me a call to find out more.

Buyer enquiry is still very high for lifestyle and rural property - contact me for a free appraisal.

Richard Thomson

Rural & Lifestyle Sales Consultant M 027 294 8625 E richard.thomson@pggwrightson.co.nz PGG Wrightson Real Estate Limited, licensed under REAA 2008

Helping grow the country

Grab your towel and sunnies and bus to the beach this summer.

Our 23 Raglan service travels between Raglan and Hamilton 7 days a week, with service to Manu Bay every summer weekend. Arrive in comfort and safety – our Raglan buses are equipped with air con, free Wifi, and onboard surfboard racks.

Travel from Raglan to Hamilton is only $5 with a Bee Card or $7 cash fare.

Children under 5 ride free.

See the full timetable and fare information at busit.co.nz.

You can now buy and top up Bee Cards at the Raglan Four Square.

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EVERYDAY HEROES BR ING BACK BIODIVERSITY K A R I O I P RO J E C T their boots to restore biodiversity, checking traps on Karioi and surrounding coastline and in their own backyard. Nearly 400 local families now have traps in their own backyard through the Karioi Backyard Hub, while 130 volunteers check more than 120 km of trap lines at least once a month.

In the meantime, staff have been working hard to intensify predator control on the maunga, targeting possums, stoats and rats at a landscape scale. In the past year, we’ve installed 500 bait stations across 250 hectares for ground control of predators. With amazing volunteers supporting our rangers to fill these bait stations, we are potentially eliminating the need for future aerial applications of 1080 on Karioi.

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ach day, volunteers in our community step up to help build a healthy, thriving and resilient community and environment.

These volunteers are our everyday heroes! This year, we saw more volunteers than ever lace up

Seeing people connect to nature, and being inspired to take care of it, is the number one goal for the Karioi Project.

Another goal has been to create employment in conservation for local people in our community.

We now have a team of 15 people working with

us, including young graduates from our Manaaki Ao education programme (run in partnership with Raglan Area School). It’s been amazing seeing these kinds of results borne from a commitment to restore biodiversity in our community.

To continue on this journey, we’re working extremely hard to meet the costs of the project.

Some great funders, donors and businesses have already put their names behind our cause, but we still need your help.

We would love your support for our ongoing work so our team can achieve even better results for the mountain and coastline we all love.

This season, perhaps consider donating to the Karioi Project. Donate in your name or as a gift on behalf of others, and give back to biodiversity in your own backyard. Help protect Karioi and the vision to restore our coastal forest, streams and wetlands from the mountain to the sea.

Watch our 12 minute film online and for more information -www.karioiproject.co.nz

R AGL A N POLICE A M ESSAGE FOR SU M M ER

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s the west coast town of Raglan’s population swells this summer, Waikato Police are urging people to be vigilant to protect themselves and their property this holiday season.

January is the busiest month of the year for police in Raglan. On average Raglan records 122 calls for service a month. This rose to 224 calls for service in January of 2021.

Theft and burglaries typically increase during the holiday period with cars, rental properties and campsites becoming a frequent target for offenders looking to prey on easily accessible items and valuables left unattended.

Nearly half of all victimisations were theft related, with 27 per cent being burglaries and another 20 per cent related to violence offending.

Raglan Constable Alice Cleveland said the best way to protect yourselves from becoming a victim this summer is to lock your homes and vehicles.

Parking in Raglan will be an issue with increased traffic. There are only limited parking spaces for people to use in the main streets of town.

If you’re heading down to the beach, take your valuables with you. Don’t leave items like wallets, phones, cash or valuable items in plain sight in vehicles and if possible use a car alarm or steering wheel lock to secure your vehicle.

Be mindful not to park across driveways, on broken yellow lines, or on parks and reserves without permission.

As more people head to the beaches, traffic on the roads also increases. Police typically see larger volumes of traffic along SH23 which can lead to long queues of traffic.

“We ask motorists to be patient and understand that travel times will be longer. If you notice a lot of traffic behind you pull over when you can do so safely and let other traffic past.”

Waikato Police also deal with higher numbers of family harm and alcohol fuelled disorder over the holiday period.

No violence is okay, and if you are experiencing violence please know there is help available by contacting police or a partner agency for assistance.

A liquor ban is also in place for areas around the central Raglan township, reserve areas and Kopua Domain.

With extra police resources being deployed to Raglan, police will be highly visible throughout the summer period.

Drivers should also be expected to be stopped anywhere, anytime and breathtested.

• Lock your homes, vehicles and don’t leave valuables unattended in cars, boats or campsites.

• Be patient on the roads, pull over to let people pass • Parking maybe an issue, try to carpool or drop people off and park. Be mindful not to park across driveways, yellow lines or in reserves without permission • Liquor bans are in place in the main township, reserve areas and Kopua Domain.

• Arrive Alive. Stay sober behind the wheel this summer.

BOUTIQUE COUNTRY

ACCOMMODATION Retreat to a quiet pocket of the country. Enjoy the surf and buzz of Raglan then retreat to the valley for a restful sleep.

The barn is situated on a deadend gravel road surrounded by farmland, with a peep of the windfarm turbines over the hill.

book on airbnb search: harewood grange IG/FB @Harewoodgrange stay@harewoodgrange.co.nz

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EM PLOYM ENT L AW OBLIGATIONS A ND THE COVID TR A FFIC LIGHT SYSTEM

BY JAIME LOMAS, DIRECTOR – DTI LAWYERS

K NOW YOUR L AW Y E R — JA I M E LO M AS Jaime Lomas is a Director at DTI Lawyers, and alongside Andrea Twaddle, heads the Employment Law Team.

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

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

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n 3 December 2021, New Zealand moved into the COVID-19 Protection Framework, also known as the “Traffic Lights”.

While under the new framework the freedoms of vaccinated individuals will increase; those who choose not to be vaccinated will find their everyday lives restricted. In an employment law context, the choice to be unvaccinated may also impact on a person’s job.

Employers are currently trying to navigate the legal developments and to work out the impact of Traffic Lights for unvaccinated employees. Deciding whether to make vaccinati­­ons mandatory in workplaces is also something many employers are considering.

The new Traffic Lights anticipates COVID-19 will be in our communities.

Depending on whether we are at Red, Orange or Green will determine what businesses can remain open and those that will need to use vaccination certificates to do so. For example, at Orange, if vaccination certificates are not used, all hospitality will be contactless only. Whereas if vaccination certificates are used, there will be no restrictions. The use of vaccination certificates means that not only

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those using a business must provide proof of vaccination, but those who work in that business must also do so.

This means that employers whose businesses will be impacted by the Traffic Lights will need to make difficult decisions regarding unvaccinated employees. However, it is critical that any decisions are made while still complying with employment law obligations. This includes: acting in good faith, consulting with employees, considering potential redeployment alternatives (such as whether remote working is possible) before making any final decisions to end employment. A mandatory four-week notice period will also apply if an employee loses their job because they are unvaccinated.

It is important that businesses are getting good advice, particularly since we are all heading into untested territory regarding the legalities of dismissing someone because of their vaccination status and the required process for doing so. For further advice around these issues or any other employment law related queries, please contact the specialist employment law team at DTI Lawyers.

Jaime Lomas, Director jaime@dtilawyers.co.nz 07 282 0174

R AGL A N INDEPENDENT COUR IER

SNOWBOA R DING STA R EYES J UNIOR WOR LD CH A M PS

YOUR LOCAL FRIENDLY COURIER

TXEMA HAS HIS SIGHTS SET ON THE SNOWBOARD FREESTYLE JUNIOR WORLD CHAMPIONSHIPS

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ello I’m Michelle. I have lived in Raglan off and on for 28 years. I eventually moved here and settled with my 5 children about 15 years ago.

I found work relief milking around Raglan as that fitted with my kids as well as A.B (inseminating cows) but after tripping over my cat & injuring my shoulder, I struggled to milk the cows.

So I needed a job to fit in with my kids and A.B. I got a job with a local courier that had the perfect hours. After a couple of years my children have all left home, which freed up a lot of time. I needed a challenge and as Raglan is slowly growing, I saw the need for another local friendly courier to meet the needs of our growing community.

Two trips to Hamilton daily Phone / text Michelle 0273254181 Raglan Independent Courier www.raglancourier.nz

Alcohol bans in place Alcohol bans are in place across Whaingaroa/Raglan.

Get the full info & view maps

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fter a rollercoaster of a winter season that included an invitation to participate in the Winter Games, 15-year-old Txema was selected for the NZ National Development team heading to the Junior World Champs in Switzerland in March 2022. Freestyle snowboarding is terrain-parkfocused – jumps, rails and halfpipe.

The level of the international circuit is very high - Txema will need to do as much training and competing in other events as possible to have the best possible chances. He’ll be leaving for Europe at the end of December, to get as much time on snow in advance on the Worlds. This is the first big step in the direction of his dream - 2026 Winter Olympics.

In the lead up, he’s been training with Tom Welby of Whale Bay Fitness on his strength and fitness and doing heaps of surfing before he’s off to colder climes!

To help cover as much of the $22k for his travel, coaching and comps, Txema has some fundraising coming up that the community can get behind – an auction, raffle, some Xmas treats for sale and a donations page: https://givealittle.co.nz/cause/ txemas-snowboard-freestyle-junior-world-campaign.

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Monday - Friday 12.30pm – 5.00pm Saturday & Sunday 10.00am – 5.00pm No drop offs after 4.30pm please

LAWYERS

AUTOMOTIVE

RETAIL - SKATE

FENCING

Paling | Post & Rail Picket | Pool Fencing Gates | Retaining Walls | Decks

DENTIST

RAGLAN DENTAL Dr. Richard Zhu BDS Otago

Resident Hygienist • Dental Implants Orthodontics/Braces • Dentures

12 WALLIS ST | PH: 07 825 8788 Hamilton Clinic: Victoria Dentist 270 Victoria St www.victoriadentist.co.nz

HERBAL HEALTH

SCAFFOLDING

for friendly for friendlyprofessional and proffesionaladvice advice email office@webbgould.co.nz

Classical Homeopath Janis Beet

For all your scaffolding requirements

Dip. Hom (NZ) R.C Hom

Karioi Clinic of Homeopathy

also at HG Webb House, Cnr Boundary & Victoria Streets, Hamilton

MORTGAGE BROKERS 78 Upper Wainui Rd, Raglan Phone: (07) 825 8004 Cell: 027 459 8547 email: janisbeet@gmail.com

STORAGE

RAGLAN STORAGE IOI AND BOAT PARK RAGLAN STORAGE � IOI

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� AND BOAT PARK Come and store all your homeware, kayaks,

Commercial / light industrial space available from • Electronic gate, security • 24 hours 7 day access December • Locally owned and operated systems • Various shed sizes available • Long short term stays • Fantastic easy location 5m size: x or14m • Electronic gate, security • 24 hours 7 day access

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Public Notices

K IR I BINNERSLEY ELECTED ON TO R AGL A N COM M UNITY BOA R D

CL A SSIFIEDS

FROM WAIKATO DISTRICT COUNCIL

DECLARATION OF RESULT WAIKATO DISTRICT COUNCIL RAGLAN COMMUNITY BOARD BY-ELECTION I declare the result of the by-election held on Thursday 9 December 2021 for one member of the Raglan Community Board to be as follows: Candidate Votes Received BINNERSLEY, Kiri (Independent) 495 VINK, Alan (Independent) 312 (0 informal votes and 1 blank vote) I therefore declare Kiri BINNERSLEY elected.

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Dated at Ngaruawahia, 10 December 2021 Dale Ofsoske, Electoral Officer Independent Election Services Ltd for Waikato District Council

iri Binnersley has been voted on to the Raglan Community Board.

Ms Binnersley fills an extraordinary vacancy on the board after the by-election’s three-week voting period closed on 9 December.

The by-election was triggered by the untimely death of former Chair and Deputy Chair Bob MacLeod earlier this year.

Two candidates stood for election and Ms Binnersley prevailed over former community board member Alan Vink, 495 votes to 312.

Raglan Ward Councillor Lisa Thomson commended both candidates for their involvement in the Whāingaroa (Raglan) community thus far.

“Many Raglan community members are familiar with Kiri and Alan and their contribution to our local community,” said Councillor Thomson.

“Alan has been an enthusiastic community member, having previously been on the Raglan Community Board for three terms.

“Kiri serves on the Raglan Point Board Riders committee, is a member of the Raglan Women in Business group, as well as being a Business Chamber member.”

Waikato District Council congratulates Ms Binnersley on her election, while acknowledging the contribution the late Mr MacLeod made to the Raglan community through his dedication and advocacy in the many roles he played.

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QUALIFIED EARLY CHILDHOOD TEACHER POSITION: Let’s Grow Early Learning Centre is looking for a passionate early childhood teacher to join our teaching team. We are seeking someone who is passionate about quality care and has a sound understanding of the te whariki curriculum.

Must have proven early childhood experience and hold a New Zealand early childhood qualification. Must be flexible to work between 7am-6pm and available during school holidays. Part time or full time available. Please send your C.V. and cover letter to petruschka@letsgrow.net.nz. We look forward to hearing from you.

Ms Binnersley will be sworn in for her role with the Raglan Community Board on 9 February 2022.

Gambling Venues Policy 2021

45 Bow Street, Raglan

Waikato District Council has recently reviewed its Gambling Venues Policy.

Please contact us for more information Ph: 825 8142 Low Cost Counselling Free Budget Service Drop-in Lounge OpShop Rooms for Hire Justice of the Peace

betting policies.

Council decided to retain the current policy with minor terminology amendments to

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CHURCH AT TE UKU 9:30am Service KIDS PROGRAMME FOR 0-13 YEARS

11:00am Service

reflect the change in racing legislation since 2018.

The policy can be viewed at https://www.waikatodistrict.govt.nz/your-council/planspolicies-and-bylaws/policies or any Waikato District Council office.

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The policy combines the Class 4 venues gambling and racing and sports

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Public Notices CHRISTMAS CAROL SERVICE There will be an outdoor Christmas Carol Service at St Peter’s Anglican Church on Christmas Eve, from 7.00pm to 8.00pm. All are welcome. Social Distancing will be observed and face masks will be worn for all aged 12 years and over. The church itself will be closed.

Song sheets will be provided to take home by you. You will be asked to scan your phone Covid tracker, or else provide us with your name and contact number, for contact tracing purposes should the need arrive. If you wish, please bring your own seat or rug.

Unfortunately, if it is raining the service will be cancelled.

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DECEMBER 2021 - JANUARY 2022

FRI 20 DEC

24 DEC

SANTA IS COMING TO TOWN! FRI 17 DEC

Beat and Path Label Night. Out of Sorts, Jake Rattler, Boznich (Techno)

SAT 18 DEC

Lost Tribe Aotearoa plus Ben Gaze band.. Reggae, Indie, Rock

SUN 19 DEC

Sunday Session DJs Inside and outside

SUN 26 DEC

Sunday Session

Santa is coming to town! Christmas Eve 24th Dec, 5pm outside the library!

18 DEC - 16 JAN

ARTISTS AT WORK STUDIO & GALLERY Representing a range of Raglan artists and artisans. 5C Wainui Rd ( Behind Zinnia). Open daily from 10am to 4pm. Contact 021029 34199 for after hours or to make an appointment.

25 DEC

COMMUNITY CHRISTMAS PICNIC LUNCH Where? Stewart Street Hall When? From noonuntil 2pm on Christmas Day. What? Special takeaway Christmas lunches for those in the community who need it.

31 DEC

RAGLAN BOWLING CLUB SUMMER NEW YEARS EVE FUN DAY FUN DAY 1:00pm Start, at 19 James St. Practice & tips from 12:30pm. Licenced Bar from 2:30pm. All welcome. Individuals or groups. No experience necessary $5 per person includes loan bowls. Flat soled shoes please. Other times and dates also available Ph. Alan 021456751 for info.

9 JAN - 11 FEB

29 JAN

MON 27 DEC TUE 28 DEC

Knights of The Dub Table plus support (Live Dub)

ZASHA SKYE - THE COLOUR IN YOU

WED 29 DEC

Summer Thieves plus Matthew Buxton (indie)

Art exhibition at Raglan Old School. Curated oil paintings & series of photography by Scen Seddon. Open daily 10am to 2pm.

THU 30 DEC

TBC

EVENING EATS FOOD TRUCK MARKET 29 January - 26 February - 26 March - 2022 - Trucks serving from 4pm at the Raglan Rugby Sports Club - 32 Cross St. www.raglansummermarkets.co.nz Stay up to date via Instagram & Facebook @raglansummermarkets

CHURCH SERVICES FOR CHRISTMAS & HOLIDAYS

Document One plus support (English Drum n Bass)

ST PETER’S ANGLICAN CHURCH, There will be an outdoor Christmas Carol Service at St Peter’s Anglican Church on Christmas Eve, from 7.00pm to 8.00pm. Because of Covid 19 Restrictions we have decided that no indoor services will be offered here in our church from now until the end of January, at which time we will revisit the situation and hopefully be able to offer our church as a safe place of worship, This has been a difficult decision to make and we are sorry that it will be very disappointing to many.

SURFSIDE CHURCH CHRISTMAS EVE SERVICES: 7:30pm & 9:00pm at Te Uku Church (no Christmas Day or Boxing Day service) SURFSIDE CHURCH SERVICES running right through January, 9:30am and 11:00am at Te Uku Church in the Marquee.

MOVIES AT THE OLD SCHOOL IN DECEMBER AND JANUARY Door sales 30mins prior. Book online at: raglanartscentre.co.nz/films/

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Thurs 30 Dec 7pm

Sun 26 Dec 4.30pm Tues 28 Dec 7pm Sat 1 Jan 8pm

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SUN 2 JAN

Sunday Session

TUE 4 JAN

Leighton Fairlie band and guests Latin Aotearoa/Bobby Brazuka (Funk, Soul)

SAT 8 JAN

George FM Beach party (House/ techno/drum and bass)

SUN 9 JAN

Sunday Session. Sunshine Sound system and guests

FRI 14 JAN

Dark Faces with Resonance, Charles Barret ,Wood,

SAT 16 JAN

Early comedy showcase..Brendon Lovegrove, Cori GonzalesMacuer, David Correos, Liv Mackenzie, Jamie Patterson (early show)

SUN 16 JAN

Sunday Session

WHAT'S ON 5 Stewart St, Raglan

EVENTS WILL RUN UNDER COVID TRAFFIC LIGHT SETTING FOR RAGLAN

GELATO SATURDAYS – EVERY SATURDAY 12-5PM Raglan Gelato - traditional small-batch gelato and sorbets made from Dreamview milk and local fruit. Contactless pick-up from the Old School kitchen.

AFTER-SCHOOL MULTIMEDIA ART CLASSES TERM 1 2022 BOOKING NOW – For young artists age 5-12. Email info@raglanartscentre. co.nz for more info or to book.

BECOMING COUSTEAU

NYE..2 zones Greg Churchill inside (techno) KRS3 outside (Hip Hop)

FRI 7 JAN

CHURCH @ STEWART STREET (CONGREGATIONAL): Christmas Day service 9am, 3 Stewart St., and every Sun through Dec-Jan at 10am. A very warm welcome to all visitors. Contact: Ken 825 8028

HOLY NAME OF JESUS PARISH RAGLAN MASS 8am Saturday 25th December 1. To meet our obligations for Covid Regulations 2. In consideration to our elderly Parishioners 3. We will be operating as a Vaccinated Environment.

4. All attendees are required to wear a mask and scan or sign in.

5. We will be limiting numbers to 70 because of Social Distancing.

6. The same regulations will operate at all Masses, at 5pm on Saturday, in Raglan during January 2022. Unvaccinated Masses are available in Hamilton 9pm at St Columba’’s, Frankton, Friday, Christmas Eve. 8am Mass in Raglan on Sunday 26th December. Other Masses in Hamilton are on the Diocesan Website.

FRI 31 DEC

RAGLAN CREATIVE MARKET – SUNDAY 9 JANUARY 10am – 2pm at the Old School Arts Centre on Stewart St. For more info - www. raglanmarket.com ADDITIONAL RAGLAN CREATIVE MARKET – SUNDAY 3O JANUARY This special themed market celebrates everything RETRO! Clothes,

furniture, cars and much more. 10am – 2pm at the Old School Arts Centre on Stewart St. For more info - www.raglanmarket.com EXHIBITION – SATURDAY 15 JANUARY – FRIDAY 21 JANUARY “The Colour in You” – Zascha Baudry. Open daily 9am – 5pm.

LIVE AND LOCAL – SUNDAY 16 JANUARY A showcase for local performers, from songwriters to comedy. 7-9pm, doors open 6.30pm.

Koha entry. Licensed bar and café open.

MUSIC AT THE OLD SCHOOL – THURSDAY 20 JANUARY Wellington-based folk duo Butter Wouldn’t Melt will melt your heart with soulful stories, far-away fables, and not so sappy love songs. Details tbc check www.raglanartscentre. co.nz

Contact 825 0023 | info@raglanartscentre.co.nz | https://www.raglanartscentre.co.nz/