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21/02/2025

He Rāhui He Rāhui

He kura tangihia, he mamae aroha.
He mate, he mate ohorere i waenganui i o tātou, aue te mamae, haere, haere, haere atu rā. Moe oki oki roa.

Muaūpoko have placed a rāhui with the support of the Lake Horowhenua Lake Trust due to the tragic passing and recovery of a tūpāpaku at Hōkio Beach.

The rāhui includes the areas / waterways of:-

▶️ Hōkio Beach (from the duneset on either side of the Hōkio Awa outlet, including the Rakau Hamama Lagoon)
▶️ Hōkio Stream
▶️ Lake Horowhenua

The Rāhui is a restriction on swimming, recreational activities and gathering of kai in these areas.

We are deeply saddened with the events that have taken place, in the interest of everyone's wellbeing, we ask that the rāhui is adhered.

Ka rere ngā aroha mai i te manawa nui o Punahau ki te whānau pani i tēnei wā pouri.

17/02/2025

Such an amazing weekend, have you seen the story?

13/02/2025

So cool for our youth!

These pages contain a brief summary of each of the funding schemes operated by the Horowhenua District Council including Council, Creative Communities and the Shannon Development Trust Grants.

10/02/2025

A couple of weeks ago, a news reporter came through to do a story on me.

Last Friday, the article was released in the Horowhenua Chronicle, and yesterday, I got to catch up with the reporter again local journalist to talk more plans and grab some copies of the article.

It’s a blessing to be moving in these spaces and sharing my story on bigger platforms.

I'm so passionate about using my voice and experiences to inspire and create change. Stay tuned, Horowhenua and Manawatū big things are coming!

Tune into my live stream latter and I'll read the article out.

24/01/2025

24/01/2025

Got a story to tell? 🌟 We want to hear it! 👋

• A personal success?
• Unique happening in your local club or group?

Share with us and we'll help amplify your voice! 💬✨
Message or comment below, let's connect! 🌍🌍

021 818 411
[email protected]

20/01/2025

This weekend, I had the pleasure of heading down to the Horowhenua AP & I Show to cover one of the region's longest-running community events. 📸 It’s always the best opportunity of the year to really take the pulse of rural Horowhenua and connect with the heart of our local community. ❤️

From the farm animals to the local vendors, there’s always so much to see and experience! I can’t wait to share more of what I captured and the stories behind the day. Be sure to grab this Friday’s Horowhenua Chronicle for the scoop!

🌟 What a weekend in Levin! 🌟

The annual Horowhenua AP & I Show brought the community together for a day filled with fantastic events, amazing displays, and great local spirit! 🎉🐄🚜

Want to hear more? Be sure to check out your Horowhenua Chronicle this Friday for the scoop on this year's event! 📰

And keep an eye on our page later this week—more photos from the show will be posted right here! 📸✨

16/01/2025

🚨 Exciting News for Horowhenua! 🚨

Tomorrow, the Horowhenua Chronicle returns to print! After being reported as permanently closed, our beloved local newspaper has been brought back from the brink. But who is the mystery buyer behind this incredible turnaround? What inspired them to take on the responsibility of reviving our community's voice?

The answers to these questions—and a glimpse into what the future holds for the Chronicle—are in TOMORROW’S issue! 📰

Be the first to read it! You’ll find tomorrow's edition delivered to your door in Levin, and available at:

📍 Shannon – Four Square
📍 Foxton Beach – Community Centre
📍 Foxton – New World
📍 Waitarere Beach – Four Square

Don’t miss out on this pivotal moment for Horowhenua. Let’s support local journalism and discover what's next for the Chronicle! 🙌

15/01/2025

Kia ora, Horowhenua!

I’m Ashleigh Collis, and I’m beyond excited and honoured to return to the Horowhenua Chronicle as editor and journalist. With deep roots in this community and a true passion for journalism, it feels like coming home. I can’t wait to continue the Chronicle’s long history of telling the stories that matter most to all of you.

Some of you may remember me from my time here as a journalist between 2015 and 2018, where I had the privilege of covering a wide range of local stories—everything from council meetings and iwi matters to environmental issues and community events. Those years taught me so much about the heart of Horowhenua, and I built strong relationships with local people who are the real heartbeat of this place.

Returning to the Chronicle feels like such an honour, and I’m committed to maintaining its reputation as a trusted source of news and information. For many of us, this paper isn’t just about the headlines—it reflects our shared values, our successes, and even the challenges we face together.

As a journalist, I’ve always been driven by a passion for telling stories that matter—stories told with accuracy, fairness, and integrity. Whether it’s breaking news, in-depth investigations, or heartfelt human-interest pieces, I believe in the power of local journalism to connect us and highlight the issues that affect us all.

For me, the key to a strong local paper is that it reflects the community it serves, both in its content and approach. I’m excited to hear from you—whether you’ve got a story to share, a thought on our coverage, or a suggestion for how we can improve, I’m always open to your feedback.

In the months ahead, I look forward to reconnecting with old friends and making new ones as we work together to tell the stories that matter most to Horowhenua. Thank you for welcoming me back to this incredible community—I’m excited to get started!

Ashleigh Collis
Editor & Journalist, Horowhenua Chronicle
📧 [email protected]
📞 021 818 411