Our Premier Women: A Season That Changed the Game
The EnviroWorks Hikurangi Premier Women’s Team have delivered a season our community will remember for years. After more than two decades without a women’s side, this group stepped onto the field with courage, pride, and a determination to rebuild pathways for future players. Their debut year brought fresh energy into the clubrooms, strong connections across the community, and outstanding achievements including multiple Kauri squad selections. This is the story of the season
Hikurangi Youth Connect – Building Pathways for Our Young People
Last week’s Hikurangi Youth Connect event at the Hikurangi Rugby Club brought close to 50 rangatahi through the doors, along with whānau, employers, training providers and community organisations. The afternoon had a relaxed, positive feel, with young people moving between providers, chatting with employers, and sharing their ideas about what they want to see in Hika. A big thank you goes to the Ministry of Education, who ran the event and helped bring everyone together. Thei
BNZ Restoration Project Update: August 2026
The BNZ sub‑committee has now raised over $100,000 toward restoring the old BNZ building. Repiling and waterproofing are scheduled to begin in Spring 2026, with the building expected to be usable by the end of the year. Stage 2 will focus on beautification and future use, with more fundraising to come.
Hikurangi Link: Tuesday & Thursday Transport
The Hikurangi Link is a handy Tuesday and Thursday BusLink service connecting Whangārei, Te Kamo and Hikurangi. With $3.50 fares, SuperGold and Community Services Card concessions, and two return trips each day, it’s an easy and affordable way for locals to get to town for shopping, appointments or catching up with whānau. Choosing the bus is good for your pocket and good for the planet, with fewer cars on the road and lower emissions. Timetables are available at buslink.co.n
Metal Cartage Northland: Winter Jobs You Can Tackle Without Tearing Up the Paddocks
Practical Northland prep that sets farms and lifestyle blocks up for a strong spring DairyNZ’s winter guidance is clear: well maintained farm races help protect pasture and keep cows moving safely through the wet months. In Northland, winter rain can turn races, driveways and access tracks into slippery, muddy lanes overnight. This is when problems show up, and when fixing them makes the biggest difference. Winter is the ideal time to tackle race repairs, metal cartage in Nor
Hika-Riki 2026: Sunshine, Mana and Tamariki Shining Bright
Hika‑Riki 2026 brought sunshine, strong performances and a real sense of community to Hikurangi. Tamariki from ten kura took the stage, supported by proud whānau and kaumātua, creating a day full of heart, kai and celebration. It was the perfect way to wrap up Term 2 and send our kids into the holidays on a high.
