January 26th 2015

Surf school riding wave of popularity Two local surfers are working together in a new advanced surf coaching business. Started by Mangawhai surfing and surf life saving identities Jess Costello and Tony Baker, Mangawhai Durf Dojo is open to surfers aged 5 years and upwards.
Members and invited guests only for exclusive golf course Guests of the Tara Iti Golf Club being developed at Te Arai will need to be invited by members or management, pay for their golf and will likely be required to stay in guest accommodation and dine at the clubhouse restaurant.
Ed Said....Petrol prices a dream for motorists At the time of writing, worldwide eco-nomic forces see 91 grade petrol at an al-most unbelievable $1.56 per litre – that’s in Whangarei and several other places.
International festival returns to Te Arai Drawing inspiration from Fusion Festival in Germany, Te Arai’s Off The Radar festival was established in early 2014 as a 3-day event, featuring an eclectic, diverse mix of musical styles as well as visual and kinetic art installations.
New ultrasound equipment for Northland rescue helicopters Northlanders in need of urgent medical attention are now benefiting from new diagnostic ultrasound equipmenton board the Northland
Museum volunteers applauded at gathering In the last ‘official’ duty relating to the opening of the Mangawhai Museum, last Saturday saw a gathering of sponsor groups, helpers and volunteers officially applauded by Board Chairman Christine Bygrave.
Kaipara District Council Seeks Public Feedback Through Survey As part of its ongoing commitment to actively seek public opinion and involvement, the Kaipara District Council is to conduct a survey of its residents. “We want to track what our residents think about what we do,” says Community Engagement Manager, Barbara Ware. “The best way to do this is to interview a representative cross-section of people, and to have this done by an independent group to ensure there is no bias.”
Did You Know........ Out and about in Mangawhai with Jo Roberts
Fun, food and farmyard at Paparoa A&P Show Fun is what it will be all about at this year’s 139th Paparoa A&P Show – for adults and kids – on Saturday February 7 at the Paparoa Showgrounds Entertainment specialists EventFun Unlimited will be bringing seven top-class attractions including the 28m Extreme Rush Obstacle Course and 9m high Supa Slide. There will be two bouncy castles, jeep for kids of all ages, and the ever-popular Chair-O-Planes.
New museum manager welcomed While everyone else is looking forward to the new year, Emma Gray (pictured) is taking a look back as she gets to know the history of the area through the fascinating stories in the Mangawhai museum.
Calling all Celtic designers! The Waipu Museum Art 'n Tartan Awards event is starting off the year with a hiss and a roar. The prize pool is growing and currently stands at $10,000 with a possibility of even more on offer.
MyPad – Perfect for Mangawhai The name ‘MyPad’ immediately conjures up feelings of warmth and comfort doesn’t it?
Worzels World - Money laundering terrorist exposed Due to difficult circumstances, Professor Worzel was unable to write this column. Consequently all humorous satire has been cancelled until further notice and this weeks’ column is, as they say in the movies, based on real life events.
Baker and Brown cruising at the Cove Tony Baker is probably better known in surfing circles (see front page story) but is also a dab hand with the guitar.
Summer Classic at Mangawhai Tavern The Mangawhai Tavern has grown to become an icon of live music in New Zealand, so it’s only fitting for it to be the host of the inaugural Summer Classic.
Why Mangawhai is ‘magical’ What is it about Mangawhai the makes it so magical? Without a doubt it is the Mangawhai Harbour with its clear waters ideal for swimming and boating. Without it there would be no magic and Mangawhai would be just another pretty coastal New Zealand village. So imagine the impact on Mangawhai if you could not swim safely in the harbour or eat what you caught from its waters because of the level of contamination in the water.
Celtic trio not to be missed When folk trio Other Roads first performed around the North Island in 2014, it was as complete unknowns – this time things will be different.
Mangawhai represented in mega-marathon fundraiser Ultra-distance runner and outdoors adventurer Malcolm Law is taking on a unique challenge, raising awareness of mental illness.
Letters to the Editor Time to end battle In your last edition, Barbara Pengelly suggested that the Commissioners at the Kaipara District Council do not care about seeking justice. Stop back-stabbing Council Mangawhai is a developing, once sleepy, rural seaside settlement, facing basic social infrastructure challenges.
Trust welcomes Walking Weekend funds Proceeds from last year’s Mangawhai Walking Weekend were handed to Mangawhai Tracks Charitable Trust trustee Jean Goldschmidt by Dorothy Freeman on behalf of the Walking Weekend organisers.
Sun sets on Block project Every morning I peer through the crack in the curtain at the sunlight colouring the leaves of the plants outside bright green, and I shudder to think of another day with a cloudless blue sky.
Fundraiser seeks top baker Fundraising is generally fashioned around sausage sizzles, wine and music events and gala days but members of Wellsford Fire brigade and St John have come up with a novel and entertaining idea.
New format sure to be annual event As summer has burst upon us and the pre-Christmas winds have faded to faint memory, the Mangawhai Golf Club has been inundated with players seeking to experience the challenges and rewards of one of New Zealand's finest courses.
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January 26th 2015

Surf school riding wave of popularity

Members and invited guests only for exclusive golf course

Ed Said....Petrol prices a dream for motorists

International festival returns to Te Arai

New ultrasound equipment for Northland rescue helicopters

Museum volunteers applauded at gathering

Kaipara District Council Seeks Public Feedback Through Survey

Did You Know........

Fun, food and farmyard at Paparoa A&P Show

New museum manager welcomed

Calling all Celtic designers!

MyPad – Perfect for Mangawhai

Worzels World - Money laundering terrorist exposed

Baker and Brown cruising at the Cove

Summer Classic at Mangawhai Tavern

Why Mangawhai is ‘magical’

Celtic trio not to be missed

Mangawhai represented in mega-marathon fundraiser

Letters to the Editor

Trust welcomes Walking Weekend funds

Sun sets on Block project

Fundraiser seeks top baker

New format sure to be annual event

Mangawhai Walking Weekend Comp

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