Just like that, another year has come to a close. Standing on Queen Street during Santa Parade Day, surrounded by thousands of families enjoying the 43 creative floats, I was reminded of what makes this community so special. It was the largest parade yet—an incredible showcase of creativity, teamwork, and the shared spirit of Warkworth.… Continue reading 19th Dec 2024 Update // Finishing the year on a high!
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Joint Press Release from Watercare and One Mahurangi Business Association
We confirm a solution for Warkworth pipeline that minimises disruption to community 12 December 2024 READ THE FULL NEWSLETTER BY CLICKING HERE>
5th Dec 2024 Update // Summer in our town
Summer is here and our town has a lot to offer! One of the joys of working at the Information Centre is meeting visitors from all over, hearing their accents, and learning about their journeys. As summer begins, the flow of visitors picking up brochures or seeking advice reminds us of how much our town… Continue reading 5th Dec 2024 Update // Summer in our town
21st Nov 2024 Update // Christmas in Warkworth!
Christmas Cheer and Community Spirit in Warkworth It’s that time of year again—my head is buzzing with all things Santa Parade! This year, the excitement is dialed up a notch as we bring you a festive triple treat on 7th December: the Santa Parade, Family Fun Day, and Carols in the Park all rolled into one unforgettable day! The Santa Parade… Continue reading 21st Nov 2024 Update // Christmas in Warkworth!
7th Nov 2024 update // Celebrating Local Business!
I had a chat last week with the owner of a small business here in Warkworth. During our conversation, they said something that stuck with me: “I’d probably be better off working at a supermarket, where I could clock out at the end of the day and not worry about staff rosters, taxes, suppliers, or… Continue reading 7th Nov 2024 update // Celebrating Local Business!
24th OCT 2024 Update | Christmas Fun Day expected to pack town!
Two festivals down, one to go! The Mahurangi Winter Festival in July was a huge success, and last weekend we celebrated the 52nd Kowhai Festival, drawing around 8,000 people into town. Now, what’s next on the agenda? The Santa Parade, Family Fun Day, and Carols in the Park, and—all happening on 7th December, promising a lively day in town for Warkworth. This… Continue reading 24th OCT 2024 Update | Christmas Fun Day expected to pack town!
10th Oct 2024 Update | Santa is Coming to Town.. Save the date!
The Race to the End We’ve hit that familiar stretch of the year, where Christmas starts to creep up and suddenly, everything feels like a mad dash. For many, this year has flown by in the blink of an eye. Watercare has certainly been a huge focus for us throughout 2024. After countless discussions and meetings, it seems… Continue reading 10th Oct 2024 Update | Santa is Coming to Town.. Save the date!
26th Sep 2024 Update | Important Message for Warkworth Businesses from Employment NZ and more…
Holidays seem to be on everyone’s mind lately. It feels like half the town is heading overseas, while I’m still here! Even though I had a decent break last Christmas, I can’t help but feel a little tempted to take a month or two off myself. With so many locals traveling, it won’t be long… Continue reading 26th Sep 2024 Update | Important Message for Warkworth Businesses from Employment NZ and more…
Watercare Update | 16th Sep 2024 from One Mahurangi
At our most recent meeting on 14th August 2024, we sat down with Watercare’s engineers and project managers to present the options developed by our engineers. The plan was to reconvene three weeks later to discuss these proposals further. Since that meeting, Watercare has raised several questions, all of which have been addressed by our… Continue reading Watercare Update | 16th Sep 2024 from One Mahurangi
12th SEP 2024 Update | AGM 2024, Business Support Feedback, and much more…
Spring is here! Warmer days are just around the corner, and with falling interest rates, we’re hopeful that more people will be out and about, shopping and enjoying the sunshine. It’s that time of year when a bit of fresh energy returns—so, have you thought about how your business can make the most of it?… Continue reading 12th SEP 2024 Update | AGM 2024, Business Support Feedback, and much more…