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Water Reservoir Mural Update

Spearheaded by the Whāingaroa Raglan Destination Management Organisation (WRDMO), the mural is a community-led project which will see the reservoir receive its first new mural in more than 20 years.   Feedback from a community survey was used in the selection of the...
Kaitoke weedbusters Raglan 2024

Join the iHub Community

Calling All Club Organisers In a town as vibrant and dynamic as Raglan, the spirit of community thrives through the diverse range of activities, clubs, and groups that bring people together. From surfing enthusiasts to knitting circles, from yoga classes to book...
Celebrating Matariki: Local Māori Weavers Showcase Their Art

Celebrating Matariki: Local Māori Weavers Showcase Their Art

From June 28th to July 7th, the Raglan Old School Arts Centre will host a special art exhibition as part of the Matariki ki Whaingaroa 2024 celebrations. This festival, aptly named Matariki ki Tua o ngā Whetū (Matariki of Endless Possibilities), honours the power of...
Celebrating 20 years of kayaking excellence

Celebrating 20 years of kayaking excellence

Adventure enthusiasts, allow me to introduce you to Raglan Kayak & Paddleboard, a beloved family-owned and operated business that is currently celebrating an impressive 20 years of delivering extraordinary kayak experiences in this picturesque coastal gem! Nestled...

Bistro and Cocktail options for all occasions

Bistro and Cocktail options for all occasions

As part of their contribution to Raglan and the community, iHub forms partnerships with local businesses and one of these is Iso Bistro and Cocktail Lounge.  Situated in the middle of the main street Iso forms an integral part of local hospitality and the name,...

Annie’s journey with Haraheke weaving

Annie’s journey with Haraheke weaving

When you talk to Annie Cochrane you find that the values she holds resonate through the conversation. Respect, love, community. It is these principles that prompted her to display her work at IHub where she feels the community and visitors unite in mutual support....

From a grandmother’s brother named Moon

From a grandmother’s brother named Moon

Among the treasures displayed at iHub there are unique jewellery designs crafted by jewellery maker, Jan Kearvel.  You can find an exclusive item to add to your collection or to gift to someone special. Jan has ‘played ‘creatively all her life, but twenty years ago,...

Collaborating with local artisans

Collaborating with local artisans

iHub is more than an information centre for visitors to the Raglan. It is a destination for anyone looking to buy that special gift that reflects the local community and its surrounds.  One of the local artisans displaying their work is Malcolm Cox who is a skilled...

iHub Volunteer Profile with John Grenside

iHub Volunteer Profile with John Grenside

Under the umbrella of the Whaingaroa/Raglan Destination Management Organisation (WRDMO), the Whaingaroa/Raglan iHub is Raglan’s visitor information one-stop shop catering for both locals and visitors. The iHub is located where the old i-site was in the Raglan museum...

Inkspillers at the iHub

Inkspillers at the iHub

Inkspillers at the iHubThe Raglan iHub is a gallery as well as a shop. Alongside beautiful pounamu by Raglan Taonga, copper, silver and beads by Metal Moon, scented soaps, and fine art paintings and prints, you’ll find great reads by local authors. The Raglan...

Want the inside scoop about Raglan?

Want the inside scoop about Raglan?

Come talk to a Local at the iHub. If you want to know what's happening around town, and interested in things to do, let's have a chat. We can also suggest great places to eat, stay and shop. Everyone’s holiday dreams are on display in Raglan, with a host of activities...