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Thumbs up for ‘binfrastructure’
A set of rubbish and recycling bins at Orewa College, valued at around $1600, was won for the school through the creative efforts of its...
Safety of 5G questioned
An opponent of the transition to fifth-generation cellphone networks, known as 5G, has called on the Hibiscus & Bays Local Board to recommend that Auckland...
Sirens signalled for New Year
Tsunami sirens could be installed in Orewa early next year, although no exact timeframe has yet been set. Auckland Council acting director of Emergency Management,...
Bird cull leaves Orewa residents stunned
Over the past two months, an estimated 50 dead and dying birds have been found in gardens in the vicinity of Crampton Court and Hatton...
Long wait for Environment Court Ōrewa seawall decision
Auckland Council and the Orewa community have had a long wait for an Environment Court decision that will determine whether or not a seawall will...
Family turns tragedy into catalyst for helping others
Since the death of Mike McClennan two months ago, his family has taken part in a walk for charity, raising almost $7000 for Dementia Auckland,...
Activists lose their heads at climate protest
From top, Some protestors wore business attire to show their message is for Government and big corporations, not individuals. Dr Bruce Williamson of Waitoki, left,...
First Santa session ‘a learning curve’ for Lions
Orewa Lions’ first Santa Session saw people dressed in Christmas outfits enjoy the hospitality of eight bars and restaurants in Orewa town centre. The event,...
Big water quality concerns at Little Manly Beach
Safeswim’s water quality data shows that Little Manly Beach continues to have the poorest water quality on the Hibiscus Coast, and investigations are continuing into...
Stellar turnout for Stella Maris Santa
Carols on the Coast, held at Stella Maris school for the first time on November 30, was a hit with local families. Organiser Tasha Maloney...
