Postponed beach races draw crowds

GIL ALCOCK - Waiheke Marketplace

The threatened tsunami two weeks ago failed to wash away the enthusiasm for the annual beach races with thousands turning out for the re-scheduled event.

Marae gets ready for "symphony"

GEORGE GARDNER - Waiheke Marketplace

The sounds of an orchestra will waft through the Blackpool air when a free concert takes place at Piritahi Marae.

Council has rethink over Artworks leases

DIANA WORTHY - Waiheke Marketplace

Council is having a re-think over new hybrid leases for the art gallery and a waste group after listening to doubts over how much profit they make.

New ward leaves island candidates facing the future

DIANA WORTHY - Waiheke Marketplace

Waiheke Community Board members are waiting for details over pay and powers in the wake of the Local Government Commission’s recent announcement about wards and boundaries.