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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...

Nick Oxborough Contracting

After operating all types of machinery for more than 30 years, Nick Oxborough has developed expertise in all aspects of building site preparation work. This...

Highway Cafe, Brynderwyn

Bikers, car enthusiasts and holiday makers will see Highway Café in Maungaturoto as a welcome sight, according to owner Jayne Senior. The cafe is located...

Sweet Appreciation – Christine Hemus

Congratulations to Christine Hemus, of Warkworth, who is a recipient of a gift basket from Chocolate Brown. Christine was nominated by Jo Bigwood who wrote:...

College text comes to life

A play which still features on many college English curriculums – Arthur Miller’s The Crucible – can be seen live at Centrestage Theatre in Orewa...

Lifesavers compete in Rescue Run

Orewa Surf Lifesaving Club has a team in the Rescue Run, to be held in Woodhill Forest on September 8. The Rescue Run is a...

Raiders team surprised by generous gift

Ahead of a grand final, the Raiders U12/13 Restricted (Gold) team was given a generous gift, coupled with a surprise visit from Warrior Shaun Johnson...

Running in the genes

David Kayes’ sons grew up supporting him when he went on some of his 100km “mad, long runs”, as well as long training runs. Training...

Dining with the 3D twist

Snowplanet has added some story telling magic to its 7Summits dining experience, bringing in the latest 3D technology. Restaurant manager Nigel Stewart says that its...

Men’s shed now open Saturdays

Plans are firming up for the Men’s Shed that is to be built on the Hibiscus Coast, and in the meantime the hours are being...