
Education – The canteen was busy this morning …
14:02 Mon, 30 Mar
I can never quite predict the demand. Some days it’s bedlam – queues looping around the corner, students (somewhat ironically) halfway through their lunchboxes while…

Viewpoint – Advocating for oyster farmers
New Zealand First is a strong advocate for the aquaculture industry. It provides economic growth, local jobs and amazing seafood, and it has been a…

Mahurangi Matters, 30 March 2026 – Readers Letters
Blessing in disguise? The oil crisis and Gulf War we are experiencing can be a blessing in disguise, if we take off our blinkers and…

Another A&P show stopper
The Warkworth A&P Show has been hailed a success once again this year, drawing large crowds who enjoyed fine weather and a lively atmosphere. Show…

Rugby memories shared at centenary
The Wellsford Rugby Club celebrated its centenary over the weekend March 14 and 15, bringing together players past and present, supporters and neighbouring clubs for…

Women reel in the winners
The Martins Bay Holiday Park was the scene of the annual Women’s Fishing Legends Competition recently. The event offered participants the chance to compete across…
