Hibiscus Matters

Joy Bus is back

Hundreds of hot rods drew envious stares as they cruised through Orewa for the inaugural Hibiscus Rodders Beach Festival in Orewa last weekend.

American flags flew and the hot rods, all pre-1985 cars of American origin, parked up so they could be viewed at close quarters.

Funding cuts put pressure on Hibiscus and Bays Local Board

When the Hibiscus & Bays Local Board meets this week, members will find themselves between a rock and a hard place.

Congregation gives thanks for rebuild

Despite dozens of site visits as the new St Stephen’s church is built in Stanmore Bay Rd, Reverend Ian Hardcastle never tires of seeing what has been achieved.

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News - February 1, 2012

Keeping you in touch with the latest news that matters in your neighbourhood.

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Hibiscus Matters eEdition - February 1

Welcome to the Hibiscus Matters eEdition.  View a digital version of your favourite local newspaper the way it was originally designed and published in print!

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Media Releases

Straight from the horse's mouth - various unedited media releases from local and central government, the ARC, companies and others. Updated daily.

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Columns

Local experts give their views, advice and information on everything from gardening, cooking and fishing to property updates and history. 

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Features

Every month, we take a closer look at specific subjects that have particular relevance to our district such as education, building, health, youth and the elderly.

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Local Folk

There are many special people in our community who have an interesting story to tell. Many provide a unique reflection on what life was like in the district's early days.

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Local Landmark

Our sense of place often comes from natural and man-made landmarks. From time-to-time we take a closer look at some of these places in our community.

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Opinion

Feedback from readers, editorials and other opinion pieces. Letters to the editor and contributions to Off The Record can be found here.

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