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Mangawhai Focus
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Kaipara youth sport and arts projects boosted
Seventeen community groups and schools across Kaipara District will benefit from a funding boost of more than $33,000, thanks to two key grant schemes administered...
Young swimmer buoys up Coastguard
A passionate young swimmer, who was so excited to hear Coastguard NZ was setting up a trial unit in Mangawhai, has plunged bravely into winter...
Let there be light
Group of four artist friends have collaborated to bring together a new ceramic exhibition Luminary Potters, now showing at the Mangawhai Artists Gallery. Working with...
Stray cats spark sanctuary’s desexing drive
A large, free-roaming community of cats, which had set up home around Mangawhai Village, has been safely captured thanks to local animal sanctuary Helping Paws....
Local butchers carve their way to national comp
Two local rising stars in the butchery world have sliced, diced and chopped their way to the National Butchery Awards after winning top honours at...
Caulerpa closes island sanctuary waters
The affected area (coloured red) around Hauturu/Little Barrier. New biosecurity rules are in place at Hauturu o Toi/Little Barrier Island making it illegal to anchor...
New Kaipara website unveiled
Kaipara’s lifestyle, landscapes, community and economy are on full display to the world, due to the launch of a spectacular new website. Kaipara’s untamed terrain,...
Battle for dog-friendly beach continues
Dog walkers outside the Auckland Town Hall were jubilant following Auckland Council’s move to delay a dog ban on Forestry Beach and hope a compromise...
Triple honours for local conservationists
A proud moment for the community as the Piroa Conservation Trust takes home a trio of environmental awards earned through the tireless efforts of devoted...
Youth mentoring series published
At 71 years old, Ruakaka-based author Robin Cox is still on a mission to inspire and empower young people – and those guiding them. The...
