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Beaked whale a rare find
Sadly, a Gray’s beaked whale, believed to be the same one that was refloated a few days earlier, was found dead on Red Beach, early...
Catwalk delay
The ever-popular Catwalk Arts, a wearable arts fundraiser for Harbour Hospice, has been postponed due to uncertainties around Covid restrictions. The event, which was to...
A whale of a time
Hibiscus Coast students have done a stunning job of decorating six Pepi (mini whale tail scultpures), which form part of an Auckland-wide public art project....
Coast businesses recognised
Two Hibiscus Coast businesses have won national recognition at the 2021 Westpac New Zealand Franchise Awards, presented on March 6. The awards ceremony was to...
Crisis fund needs a helping hand
A fund that helps women experiencing family violence or abuse with unexpected expenses has virtually run dry. As a result, Hestia Women’s Refuge is appealing...
School site blessed as building starts
Nearly three years after the Government announced it was funding a new primary school for Milldale, construction has started at the site on the corner...
Heritage projects funded
The Supporters of Tiritiri Matangi will receive $40,000 from Auckland Council’s Regional Historic Heritage Grants Programme. The money will go towards the restoration of the...
Tree protection challenged
More mature trees could be protected by Auckland Council – something The Tree Council claims results from its legal challenge. The Tree Council lodged proceedings...
Swap till you drop
Clothes swaps have proved popular on the Coast in the past, providing a chance to support worthy causes while refreshing your wardrobe. The idea is...
Autistic and artistic – an exhibition of hearts and minds
The Autistic Expression exhibition coming soon to Estuary Arts Centre in Ōrewa will be like no other, according to event coordinator Tamara Grant of Xabilities....
