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Mayor signals uncertainty as councils brace for biggest shake-up in decades
Waikato District Mayor Aksel Bech says communities like Raglan could feel the effects of sweeping local government reforms…
Raglan Leads Māori Ward Support as Council Moves to Ban Freedom Camping on James Street
Whāingaroa Ward Councillor Lisa Thomson says Raglan has once again demonstrated its unique character – both politically and…
Māui Dolphin Day Confirmed for 2026 and Campstore Set to Reopen as Government Plans Council Overhaul
Xtreme Zero Waste and Whaingaroa Environment Centre have announced that Māui Dolphin Day & The Recycled Raft Race…
Coastguard Warns Boaties After Series of West Coast Bar Incidents; Raglan Child Injured in Weekend Emergency
The Coastguard is urging caution after a string of serious bar crossing incidents along the west coast of…
Asbestos Warning for Children’s Play Sand, New Waitetuna Pump Track Approved, and RAS Board Upholds Te Tiriti Commitments
There is a national warning on children’s play sand containing asbestos and Xtreme Zero Waste has been designated…
Council Confirms New Committee Structure with Focus on Community Voice
Waikato District Council has confirmed its new committee structure and appointments for the 2025–2028 triennium, with a focus…
New Chair Sets Vision for More Connected Raglan Community Board
Speaking on Raglan Community Radio on Friday morning, newly elected Raglan Community Board chair Ross Wallis said his…
Papanui Point Death Sparks Debate as Community Board Updates Cover Sports, Safety and Town Hall Rates
The rugged beauty of Papanui Point has once again turned deadly with a recent drowning in August…
Inside the role of a Waikato district Māori ward councillor
With controversy raging around the motu about the continuation of Māori wards, we thought we’d find out what…
Local Elections 2025: Eloise Deller Interview – Raglan Community Board Candidate
This transcript has been lightly edited for clarity and readability. Aaron: So, my first question is: why are…