
Set netting concerns switch to Matakatia
0:12 Mon, 13 Apr
Problems with set netting at Matakatia was the main issue highlighted on the Hibiscus Coast by monitoring over summer – despite the fact that it…

Carbon-fibre catamaran takes out Seagull Race
A converted carbon-fibre catamaran paddleboard left competitors in its wake at this year’s Matakana Seagull Race, while Dandy Ferries were the peoples choice for best…

College spearheads cyclone appeal for Tuvalu
Islanders have had to undertake the gruesome task of recovering the remains of family members. The waves, whipped up by Cyclone Pam, destroyed the Nui…

Fruitloop takes a years holiday
The annual Fruitloop fundraising frolic through private vineyards, orchards and olive groves in Matakana is taking a one-year hiatus. First held in 2011, it was…

Leigh Fire Brigade ceremony rights a wrong after 23 years
Robert Davies’ family was presented with a Gold Star award recognising Robert’s 26 years of service to the Leigh Volunteer Fire Brigade. Pictured are his…

So long summer
Lifeguards, from left, Ashley Maher, Katy North and Xavier Garneau-Roughan, were on the last patrol for summer at Omaha. Omaha and Mangawhai lifeguards brought down…
