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Health and safety concerns spell demise of mature trees
At least three of these liquidambar trees at the front of Whangaparaoa School are likely to be felled. A group of mature liquidambar trees at...
Local rivers considered too small to be swimmable
According to Forest and Bird, none of the local rivers will be covered by the Government’s proposed new water quality standards.Forest & Bird’s Chief Executive...
Matakatia model making theatre magic
A model made on a dining table in Matakatia by local artist John Charles came to life as the latest Pop Up Globe theatre. John...
Proposed rate angers Hibiscus Coast moteliers
From left, Jan Guthrie, Troy Clarry and Geoff Schunselaar Motel owners like Jan Guthrie have had sleepless nights since they crunched the numbers on a...
Raft race floats funds for Stillwater community
The Bat Mobile crew (above and right) powered on, despite that sinking feeling. This crew took first place. The winners of the Grand Prix, from...
Community celebrates Warkworth Town Hall restoration
Trust chair Cunitia Wilkinson (right) paid a special tribute to the ceaseless fundraising efforts of Glennys Oliver. The Mayor didn’t make it as scheduled, but...
Master guitarists at Masonic
The Möller-Fraticelli guitar duo deliver a unique fusion of Swedish perfection and Argentinian passion. A concert by guitar duo Möller-Fraticelli, two professional and accomplished players...
Polished performance promised at Leigh Sawmill
Award winning singer/songwriter Lawrence Arabia will perform at Leigh later this month. Last year’s winner of the Tui Award for Best Alternative Album, Lawrence Arabia,...
Royal ball funds playground
The annual Prince & Princess Ball will be held at the Beehive Childcare Centre, in Snells Beach, on Friday March 24, from 5.30pm to 7.30pm....
Warkworth School spices up Twilight Fiesta fundraiser
The best fancy dress costumes will share $200 cash at the Warkworth School Twilight festival. From left, Fiona Rouse, Sheralyn Cotton, Fiona McGeough and Renee...
