Crossing problem solved?
A lick of white reflective paint has been applied to the grey pavers on Orewa's new pedestrian crossings, making them much more visible to traffic. The crossings, put in place by Auckland Transport from... read more
Single use plastic bag ban begins on Hibiscus Coast
Countdown Orewa and Silverdale have this week become the first local supermarkets to no longer provide customers with free, single use plastic carrier bags. The move came as Government announced,... read more
Rodney activists seek ban on gay conversions
Rodney-based Labour MP Marja Lubeck received a petition on the steps of Parliament last week seeking the banning of conversion therapies that aim to make gay people straight. The petition, containing... read more
Uplifting message from mental health advocate
Mental health advocate Mike King brought a simple and positive message to Whangaparaoa College recently, when he spoke to the Year 10 and 11 students and seniors on August 2. “Despite... read more
Council seeking more freedom camping sites
Hopes that this summer would see firm rules in place to restrict freedom camping on the Hibiscus Coast have been dashed, with Auckland Council announcing on July 31 that its new Freedom Camping bylaw... read more
