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Eastside Cycles is a much needed bicycle repair shop now open in Mangawhai. Located behind Mangawhai Small Engines, 194 Molesworth Drive.

Lloyd is a local with a passion for all things cycling and will provide a much-needed service to the community. https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61574972275768

Jansen Flooring has moved to new location in Kaiwaka! You’ll find them next to the liquor store at 1921C State Highway 1. They are still in the process of setting up and don’t have regular hours just yet, but aiming to be fully open this month. https://www.facebook.com/groups/183007361871808/user/61556772235387/

The Food Market - now Capri Cafe & Ice Creamery has announced on social media she is on the brink of closing their doors. After years of difficult economic times with Covid / post-Covid and local competition from the new Four Square next door, it has been a struggle for the owner to keep going. Please head instore and show your support.

No Filter Coffee Bar is new in Warkworth township and open from 6am - 2 Wharf street. 

Auckland’s North Shore Women’s Centre is sadly due to close on November 28^th this year, due to financial pressures and shifting funding priorities. After nearly four decades of offering, resources, and life-saving support to women and families. The decision will leave a profound gap in local support services, particularly for women in crisis.

Mahurangi East (Snells Beach ) Library has finally opened! You can read more about it here.

Monster Fun playground in Snells Beach in the old Warehouse building is due to open soon. There have been some delays but they are aiming to open in June, just before the next school holidays.

Mangawhai Roast Shop is a new business serving up your favourite takeaway traditional roasts, hot and hearty just like home. Think perfectly roasted meats, golden crispy roast potato's, fluffy Yorkshire puddings and all the trimmings. Located at 7 Wood Street, Mangawhai Heads https://www.mangawhairoast.co.nz/