With 64 participants coming together to light up 16 pōhutukawa trees, whānau, friends, community groups, neighbours, and workmates shared a single intention: to create warmth, connection, and a sense of care in our community.

Happy New Year to everyone working, living and spending time in Paihia, Waitangi and across the beautiful Bay of Islands.

Community is the canvas on which we paint our shared dreams. October was a month to be proud of. The Pukenui Jump and Skills Park is riding high and attracting new and burgeoning talent. Paihia Volunteer Fire Brigade hosted an informative and fun day at The Village Green to celebrate 60 years of service for our community. People I’ve spoken to told me that the Bay of Islands Walking Weekend was excellent. Town was buzzing over Labour Weekend with the Bay of Islands Festival a

March has been nothing short of spectacular. The weather has been exceptionally kind, treating us to an extended summer for all of us to...

As I reflect on the recent Waitangi Celebrations, it's truly remarkable to note the estimated attendance of 80,000 individuals over the...