This week we bring a report about the recent "Buy Local" campaign in Tairua. A very successful winter's boost by all reports. Inside, there's a piece about the Tairua Community Response Group, and a column of Short & Sweet to keep you up-to-date.

This week, we’re encouraging you to sign up for Pauanui’s Pink Walk which takes place on the first weekend of October. Grab your friends and/or family and prepare for a fun day out. Inside, some Short & Sweet snippets will keep you up to date.

This week, we help launch the photography competition for Tairua Information Centre's 2027 Tairua calendar. If you have some pics that fit the theme, “Tairua: it’s all in the attitude”, send them into Centre Manager Eve. See the article for further details.
Inside, there’s a piece about the need for a new Info Centre Manager. Check it, and the ad. on page 3. Maybe you fit the bill.

This week’s issue leads with an update on the Tairua River Trail. You may have noticed some work at Swampy Stream (north bank or Tairua side). Great progress is evident!
Inside, there’s an article about the generosity of the Hikuai Patchwork and Craft group, St John Tairua are the beneficiaries.

Our issue this week leads with the fundraising efforts planned for our towns for Daffodil Day, which is Friday 28th August. Get ready to support the stalls - the early birds get the baking!
Inside, there’s an article supporting one of the ads about a free in-home safety assessment and equipment. This is an ACC initiative and the programme is being delivered by the company “Focus on Potential”. See if you qualify.