Can you believe it? Christmas is just six weeks away, and in three weeks, on December 3rd, the Warkworth Santa Parade is coming to town. The jolly old man himself will be there, riding in his sleigh with Mrs. Santa, spreading joy to all the children in Warkworth and the surrounding areas. This parade is a fantastic… Continue reading 9th Nov 2023 UPDATE | Santa is on his way!
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12th Oct 2023 Update | Business Support, Events, and information for Warkworth!
Summer is on the horizon! While it might not feel like it with all the sudden rain showers, our trusty weather forecasters assure us that summer is indeed headed our way. And here’s some more good news: in just a week, the elections will be behind us, allowing us to finally bid farewell to those relentless political… Continue reading 12th Oct 2023 Update | Business Support, Events, and information for Warkworth!
24th Aug | Retailers’ Think Tank Forum Update
Thanks to all who joined the Retailers’ Think Tank and contributed to a very constructive discussion about the future of Warkworth and what it means for street-front businesses. Our next forum is scheduled to be on the 4th of October, 5:15pm at the Bridgehouse Backbar. We hope you can join us again. Read the full update HERE>
17th Aug 2023 UPDATE | Town is quiet yes – Let’s talk about it
It’s always darkest before dawn. While the saying may not be 100% true it does feel as though here, in town, we are going through a bit of a dark patch at the moment. And the thought of the day breaking soon feels like a hopeful metaphor. We have a number of businesses who are finding it… Continue reading 17th Aug 2023 UPDATE | Town is quiet yes – Let’s talk about it
3rd Aug 2023 UPDATE | The future of retail in Warkworth, Art in August, Consumer spending report and more!
OMBA Manager, Murray Chapman is on medical leave this week so thanks to Matt Henderson from Warkworth Menswear for writing the newsletter intro. Friday, July 14th, Matariki 2023. Warkworth’s first long weekend since the opening of the new road. A chance to showcase what we have to offer to visitors from all over Auckland. A… Continue reading 3rd Aug 2023 UPDATE | The future of retail in Warkworth, Art in August, Consumer spending report and more!
20th July 2023 Update | Winter Festival, Town Center Plan, Warkworth App launch and more!
A big day for all! The 2023 Mahurangi Winter Festival of Lights has been and gone and what an amazing day & night it was. Not just for the festival organisers but also for all of the many families that attended and many local businesses. Let’s start off with the organisers. This popular event is… Continue reading 20th July 2023 Update | Winter Festival, Town Center Plan, Warkworth App launch and more!
11th May 2023 Update | Business support information and promotional opportunities
It’s never boring, is it?! I have just come back from my second bout of Covid and, just like the first time, it really knocked me around. I am very envious of those lucky people who only get the mild version of this nasty bug. The ongoing consequence of recovery from Covid for me at… Continue reading 11th May 2023 Update | Business support information and promotional opportunities
2nd Feb 2023 Update – The Flood Clean Up | Photos and links to business support
2023: Planning for a late summer? On behalf of Murray Chapman and his team, and the One Mahurangi Committee, we hope you are all staying safe and dry through this recent weather event. We pass on our warm thanks to all those who have stepped up to help get our community back up and running.… Continue reading 2nd Feb 2023 Update – The Flood Clean Up | Photos and links to business support
15th Dec 2022 Update | A Look Back and a Look Forward
What an interesting year 2022 has been! As we all look towards the end of the year and hopefully the thought of some summer holidays, it is worthwhile to look back and see what this year has been like for the team at One Mahurangi Business Association. While it seems a long time ago, the… Continue reading 15th Dec 2022 Update | A Look Back and a Look Forward
6th Oct 2022 Update | The School Holidays and beyond
Will we get the elected representatives we need? As we head into the last few days of the Local Body elections it does seem from media reports that polling numbers are at an all-time low and questions are being asked about the reasons for voter apathy. I have the greatest respect for anyone who puts themselves forward… Continue reading 6th Oct 2022 Update | The School Holidays and beyond