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Enthusiastic Help Wanted!

Enthusiastic Help Wanted!

Help wanted! We’re building a small team of enthusiastic plant people. We have the equipment you just need the bowler hat.
Positively Together, No Matter The Weather

Positively Together, No Matter The Weather

As we all know the weather has been topsy-turvy this winter, and particularly here in the valley temperatures seem to wildly fluctuate.
Calling All Suppliers!

Calling All Suppliers!

We’re keen to build commercial relationships with local suppliers of ethical products and in particular we aim to launch a range of River Haven fruit juices, cordials and mixers.
New Driveway!

New Driveway!

That arm belongs to Neville. He’s just dumped on us and we’re delighted. The new driveway is taking shape at River Haven making access easier and safer. Thanks Neville.
River Haven Delectable Collectibles 

River Haven Delectable Collectibles 

To celebrate the Targa Rally Weekend (Oct 15th/16th) we are launching our limited edition River Haven traditional pasty.
Ready for Targa 2022!

Ready for Targa 2022!

Everyone is getting very excited about the forthcoming Targa Rally which passes River Haven on the West Bank of the Motueka River.
Coming Soon…

Coming Soon…

Next month River Haven opens it's dining experience, but in the meantime do visit us for light refreshments and good chat.
New Life on the Vines

New Life on the Vines

Despite the topsy-turvy weather of the past few weeks, the first vine buds are bursting in the River Haven vineyard and don't they look beautiful.
Water

Water

The River Haven venture blends a commitment to the people of the Motueka Valley with a determination to nurture and protect this unique environment.
2022 Targa NZ Rally

2022 Targa NZ Rally

The 2022 Targa NZ rally is coming through the Motueka Valley over the weekend of October 15/16. River Haven is the place to chill out on both Saturday & Sunday.
The Magnificent 7

The Magnificent 7

The Magnificent 7 completed the work on the vineyard in the most appalling weather conditions which as you can see has left them mentally scarred.
Motueka Steiner School Spring Fair

Motueka Steiner School Spring Fair

River Haven is very happy to be supporting the School’s Spring Fair with the loan of our fabulous vintage style coffee car.
Taking some time out for you!

Taking some time out for you!

We are seeing lots of our customers delaying their journey so they can rest for a moment in our beautiful tranquil setting and enjoy an excellent beverage and possibly a sticky bun or 2!
Artefacts at River Haven…

Artefacts at River Haven…

Today during excavation work for the new Ngatimoti Airport runway, we uncovered this historic artefact which will be on display in the River Haven Museum and Conference Centre.
Conservation at River Haven

Conservation at River Haven

The River Haven conservation trust now “manages” over 50 hectares of native New Zealand bush.
Santa waiting to set off for Ngātīmoti (and other updates!)

Santa waiting to set off for Ngātīmoti (and other updates!)

Keep it coming! We now have a steady stream of approaches to become involved in our exciting venture.
Nah, yeah!

Nah, yeah!

We've set some really ambitious targets but hopefully, with the tremendous support we are getting, this is going to be the site of extraordinary wellness and positivity.
What you’ve bean waiting for…

What you’ve bean waiting for…

We’re now just over a week away from launching our fantastic coffee service from this wonderful vintage van which is super eco-friendly and fully electric.

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Phew, wot a relief!

Phew, wot a relief!

The new River Haven Jail House loos are open for our Cafe & Store guests and already the reviews are breathtaking:

Happy Anniversary River Haven

Happy Anniversary River Haven

A year ago Ngatimoti didn’t have somewhere our neighbours could meet and chat, enjoy locally sourced food in a convivial atmosphere and experience great local beers and wines.

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RIVER HAVEN?

We hope you’ll want to support our vision and so we invite you to become involved.