A fast-growing Whangarei coastal community is poised to become a city if plans for a major commercial development go ahead. The plans include residential apartments and a university at Ruakaka.
North Holdings Ltd's plans for a mixture of commercial and residential development, just south of the proposed rail corridor, could create 4400 jobs.
Four overseas companies are planning to invest $100 million into a primary and secondary school as well as a university in Whangarei in the next two years. The new academy, expected to become fully operational by 2013, will complement a major long-term commercial development planned by North Holdings at Ruakaka. Ruakaka-based TR Developments is behind the venture in partnership with four companies - two in Asia, one in the United States and one in Germany - for a state-of-the-art "educational township".
Saturday the 12th of March marks Stace’s day of remembrance. The following activities have been arranged:
6:30am – Unveiling of Stace’s memorial plaque at Stace’s memorial garden (next to Marsden Cove office). Short morning service will include a traditional blessing by the local Iwi and a few words from close family and friends. Family and friends are welcome to attend.
7:30am – Close friends of the family will be welcomed back to the family home at Marsden Cove where breakfast will be provided.
10am -2pm – Games, activities (and time for relaxation) will be held to celebrate Stace’s life.
3:30pm – All welcome to Waterline Cafe to celebrate the Big Guys life and accomplishments. A band will be there to entertain us as we partake of refreshments and food.
RSVP: Michelle 0274185396 michelle@hoppers.co.nz
Another year in the life of REDG has passed and while it may seem a rather slow one growth wise, for many it may be a reflection of how quickly time passes.
It was with great sadness that this community lost Stace Hopper in March this year, fond memories of him will remain.
We have seen a number of projects completed within the district and in the next year will no doubt see more.
New rock “seawall” at Paradise Point is welcomed by the Ruakaka Economic Development Group
The completion of a rock “seawall” to bolster foreshore protection at Paradise Point has been given the “seal of approval” by members of the newly formed Ruakaka Economic Development Group (REDG).
REDG Chairman, Peter Batten said the Council co-ordinated project was something local residents had lobbied hard for since the 1990s.
Yachting to meet Powerboating in a dramatic new regatta concept.
The Auckland to Denerau Fiji Yacht race was an opportune time to reveal plans for another major regatta to be held in March 2011. The dates to be confirmed are most likely April 1, 2 and 3 2010.
As the Fiji race fleet departed Auckland, the mainsail of race favourite 'Wired' was seen sporting a large CLASH OF THE COVE graphic in its main sail. Before the crew set sail from Auckland’s Viaduct Harbour, all donned CLASH OF THE COVE shirts with the graphic emblazoned across their backs.
It is with great sadness that we learnt of the death of Stace Hopper last Friday. Stace had become part of our community and was a friend to many of us. HisThis friendship and maturity was well beyond his years. Stace’s ability to converse with members of our organization and the community held him in high regard. His enthusiasm for living life was infectious. He will be sorely missed and we will be poorer for his passing. Our sympathy will be passed on to his family.
