White Ribbon Motorcycle Ride to Mangawhai
Support the White Ribbon Motorcycle Ride to raise awareness against domestic violence
In 2010 the White Ribbon Ride will visit over 40 communities throughout the North Island with more than 200 riders taking part. At each destination riders will be met with events, rallies, sausage sizzles, forums and hakas – all designed to promote the anti-violence message in their communities. Any bikers are welcome to join the ride for as long or as short a distance as they are able – the only stipulation is that they are licensed and there is no wearing of any patches or affiliated colours. Read more
Nairobi Trio plays Tara Lodge Mangawhai
Last weekend we spend a great afternoon at Tara Lodge in Mangawhai listening to the Nairobi Trio. What a great way to spend an afternoon – lazing on the grass in the sun with a picnic. Watch out for their programme of events next summer. Last one of this summer is the Great Gatsby Garden Party 21 March 2010. Read more
Tara Lodge hosts the Kaipara Music Festival
9 January was brilliant weather, so Liz and I headed to Mangawhai for the Kaipara Music Festival at Tara Lodge. What a fabulous venue – picnic rugs spread out, all ages, Lochiel wines on sale – it iss based on a winning formula – a musical feast of performers to entertain, while you relax with a picnic feast of goodies.
Musicians included: (photos below!) Read more
Mangawhai Market and Bennetts Chocolate
Mangawhai Farmers MarketMangawhai is a 25 minute drive along the coast from Waipu where I live – last Saturday we decided to head off to the Mangawhai Farmers Market. Read more |
Mangawhai Activity Zone – model for Waipu?
Where do the children play….
Just came across this great Utube clip of the planned Mangawhai Activity Zone - park, BMX, skateboards and more – fantastic initiative I hope Waipu can learn from.
Naja’s Garden Centre, Mangawhai
Najas Garden Centre and Cafe
Naja Garden Centre at Mangawhai Heads specialises in quality coastal plants- and with the added attraction of a gift shop and café making great coffee, it is a must for gardeners to visit.
Naja Garden Centre has been operating since 1981, and has built its reputation on giving great advice and really knowing about plants, what we need in our coastal environment.
They have won heaps of awards, and as a local family owned business, they have that special X factor, that you know you are talking to people who know about plants, not just about sales.
Owners, Terry and Sue Poynter together with daughter Shannon, aim to serve the local and wider community by providing the best quality products, professional and helpful advice and superb, friendly service.
