The Matariki holiday brought a real buzz to Warkworth. It was great to see so many people out and about, and even better to see so many of our local retailers open for business. One shop owner rang me on Monday, genuinely impressed by how alive the town felt. The cafés that opened told a similar story: a steady trade and a great atmosphere.
This is the kind of momentum we want to keep building. Being open on public holidays and weekends helps show visitors and locals alike that Warkworth is a vibrant, welcoming place to shop, eat, and explore. A big thank you to everyone who opened their doors. It really made a difference.
The town has another great opportunity this weekend with the Mahurangi Winter Festival of Lights. If you haven’t already, get those lights up in your shop windows. Judges will be making their rounds, and there’s a $500 Mitre 10 Mega WW voucher up for grabs, along with prizes for second and third place. More importantly, it’s a fantastic way to bring some sparkle to Warkworth and encourage people to visit, dine, and shop.
Whether One Mahurangi is advocating with the Council, supporting workshops, or running events, it all comes back to strengthening our local business community. Support local. Buy local. Employ local. It’s how we keep this town thriving and how we show we’re Stronger Together.
Murray Chapman
Manager, One Mahurangi, Warkworth
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