Waikino Hotel’s rich heritage to become destination drawcard
The Waikino Hotel will be a destination not only for good food and functions, but as a place to sip on distinctively local drops, new management has said.The hotel, which…
Sights and smells of a Kiwi Christmas at Courtneys’ Christmas Tree Farm
Christmas is on the mind of the Courtneys’ long before December comes around the corner. Maintaining their Christmas Tree Farm in Puriri is a full-time job, and the months leading…
Shopping local the crux of Christmas this year
Thames Valley businesses are hoping the goodwill of customers following the Covid-19 lockdown will continue in the lead-up to Christmas. With decorations hung and an abundance of items on shelves,…