Wanderers and walkers traipsing from a quiet suburb to Mangawhai Domain have an easier path to travel thanks to a neighbourhood group and recycled community funds.
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When Solomon wrote the book of Ecclesiastes around 3000 years ago, little did he know his wise words would become the lyrical counterpoint to one of the most popular and thought-provoking folk tunes of all time.
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Safely ensconced in her specifically-built shelter behind Mangawhai Museum, the Daring is recuperating after her incredible long journey home.
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Mangawhai’s beaches attract hordes of swimmers throughout summer, the chilled water an understandable cool reprieve from the scorching sun.
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For local women who would like to learn more about how the rollercoaster of the monthly natural cycle effects their mind, body and soul.
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A substantial rural land holding in one of Mangawhai’s high growth areas has been placed on the market for sale.
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It surprised me when I checked my records and found that an article I wrote called ‘Big Brother is Watching’ was published way back in 2007. I know this was when it was published because my computer time and date stamps everything I write.
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Hakaru Hall is once again set to shake the rafters and warm up a cold winters night with another rocking good time in the fine old venue.
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What a difference a year makes! Thoroughbred horse racing is back at Ruakaka this winter and the locals are greatly appreciating the opportunities to enjoy their sport.
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Kaipara District Council has endorsed a future-focused Long Term Plan (LTP) which aims to respond to a growing population while caring for the environment and keeping rates increases low.
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Every year at this time the Mangawhai Harbour Restoration Society (MHRS) calls out for community volunteers to enjoy the special experience of a day on the estuary sandspit.
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One of Mangawhai’s estuarine tracks set to potentially ramble along waterfronts, over rural lands and through vineyard country, remains in limbo since being closed last year.
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The annual Zonta Ball, held on Saturday June 25, was another “not to be missed” event. But for those of you who did miss it, put a diary-hold on the last weekend in June for 2022.
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You go to this new flash restaurant and ask the waitaress for her recommendations. ‘We’re famous for our gourmet burgers’ is the immedi-ate reply.
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Wish you could dance socially but feel awkward or uncoordinated? Mangawhai Fun-Dance Studio is the place to learn in an easy, encouraging environment.
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You’ve probably heard that your genes affect how healthy you can be. Perhaps, your doctor has told you that because of the conditions that run in your family, you may be vulnerable to heart disease, depression, anxiety, and other disorders.
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From Kaiwaka to Mangawhai, it seems east Kaipara has become invaded over recent weeks with orange cones, diggers, trucks, large holes and an army of multi-skilled personnel.
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Small-scale community-led conservation initiatives are essential for achieving Piroa Brynderwyns Landcare (PBL) group’s vision to see and hear kiwi throughout Piroa.
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In the month of June 2021 the Northland Regional Council (NRC) signed off its Long Term Plan, which is effectively the blueprint for what we as a council will be doing for you the ratepayer.
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A raft of new initiatives to create greater community resilience, improve freshwater health, and realise the region’s collective potential.
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The headline screams out from Kaipara District Coucil’s (KDC) Kaipara Korero PR sheet: ‘Council Responds to Community Submissions in Long Term Plan decisions’.
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With the countdown on to the NorthChamber Northland Business Excellence Awards, local entrepreneurs are being encouraged to enter the innovation category.
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Kaipara mayor Dr Jason Smith has recently announced the appointment of Geoff Copstick as the independent chair of Kaipara District Council’s Audit, Risk and Finance subcommittee.
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