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A string of celebrations is coming together to mark Warkworth’s 170th anniversary.
The celebration is being coordinated by Heritage Mahurangi, which held a public meeting at the Bridgehouse on February 8.
Representatives from a diverse range of groups attended including the Cement Works Trust, Warkworth Theatre Group and Forest & Bird, which will all mark milestones this year.
Coordinator Dave Parker says there are about 30 or 40 groups and individuals interested in being involved, and the list is growing.
The plan is to produce a calendar for the year, to umbrella all the anniversary celebrations, from photo exhibitions to walks and talks.
The festival will culminate with a week-long event in November, which is likely to include a river pageant, a military re-enactment of the US marine presence in Warkworth during World War II and a concert.
The anniversary will mark the founding of Warkworth by European settlers 170 years ago.
Info: Dave Parker on 0274 849 935.
