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7th August 2025 Update // No, They’re not digging up the main street

Warkworth has earned the nickname “Talkworth” for how quickly news and rumours can spread. Even so, I was surprised recently when two different people told me they’d heard Watercare was about to dig up the main street. Let’s put that one to rest. From Lucy Moore Park to the end of Queen Street by Mill… Continue reading 7th August 2025 Update // No, They’re not digging up the main street

24th July 2025 Update // Business support workshops and events that matter

We’re deep in the middle of winter, and scraping the ice off the windscreen certainly reminds us of that. It’s the time of year when it’s tempting to stay indoors, but that has a knock-on effect for local businesses. So if you’re meeting a client or catching up with a mate, do it at one… Continue reading 24th July 2025 Update // Business support workshops and events that matter

12th June 2025 Update // Lighting up for Winter – And What’s Ahead

It’s been fantastic to see so many of you getting stuck into the Modern Marketing Workshop Series with the team from Burgs Digital. These Wednesday evening sessions at the Bridgehouse Backbar have been packed with practical tools and sharp thinking — and the feedback so far has been overwhelmingly positive. If you haven’t made it along yet,… Continue reading 12th June 2025 Update // Lighting up for Winter – And What’s Ahead

29th May 2025 Update // Working Together for Warkworth

Last Tuesday evening, One Mahurangi hosted a well-attended networking evening at The Bridgehouse with a great turnout from our retailers, hospitality operators, and other customer-facing businesses. Thanks to the Bridgehouse team for generously supplying the first drink and some nibbles—it was a warm and welcoming start to the night. We heard from Matt from Warkworth Menswear and Peter… Continue reading 29th May 2025 Update // Working Together for Warkworth

15th May 2025 Update // We are Open for Business

Next Tuesday night we’re hosting Open for Business—and no, that’s not a question, it’s the name of the event. It’s aimed at all front-facing businesses in town, not just retailers. Join us from 5.30pm in the Back Bar at the Bridgehouse on TUES 20th May. The first drink is on the house, then it’s a cash… Continue reading 15th May 2025 Update // We are Open for Business

8th May 2025 Update // Listening to our Members

Last year, we ran a membership survey to understand how we could better support local businesses. Two clear themes emerged: you want more networking opportunities and practical business education. We’ve taken that on board. Coming up on the 20th May, we’re hosting a networking event called Open for Business. A few local retailers will share about their… Continue reading 8th May 2025 Update // Listening to our Members

17th April 2025 Update // Ghost Town or Vibrant Town?

What sort of town do we want here in Warkworth? After a successful outcome on the Watercare issue—a challenge that could have crippled our town—we now face the familiar seasonal hurdle: winter. For many retailers and hospitality businesses, this time of year is tough. Lauren and I recently attended the BID Managers’ Conference in Albany,… Continue reading 17th April 2025 Update // Ghost Town or Vibrant Town?