local stories

Finding Inspiration in our community

This is a space dedicated to celebrating our vibrant, supportive community and sharing updates on our local initiatives, events, and market happenings. Through our stories, we aim to highlight the diverse projects and partnerships that bring us together, promote the incredible talents within our town, and keep our community informed about upcoming activities.

Lucinda from Seriously Pickled: to Mentor the Next Generation of Foodies

Lucinda's journey with Seriously Pickled started with homemade meals and a whole lot of hustle. From car park sales to catering, to running a commercial kitchen, she’s built a food business grounded in passion and heart. Now, she’s sharing her knowledge with the next generation as a mentor at the Little High Tea Soirée—helping young chefs build confidence, create with joy, and embrace the magic of food.

Kids Market

Jul 10

in the newspaper

How to Run a Successful Sausage Sizzle at the Ōtaki Market

Running a sausage sizzle at the Ōtaki Market can be a fantastic way to fundraise, whether it's for a school, sports team, charity, or commun

Nov 8, 20243 min read

Stall holder info - camping and Craft expo

Welcome to the Camping and Craft Expo, below are all the details for stall holders. The Expo will go ahead, rain or shine.

Oct 28, 20244 min read

Otaki Market - Marketing Pack

If you have joined us at the Otaki Market and want to jump straight in and start advertising your stall, that's great and we love it! Below

Oct 27, 20241 min read

We are finalists! Workplace culture excellence awards

We are finalists in BSI People Skills Ltd Workplace Culture Excellent Awards!

Oct 18, 20241 min read

Discover the Ōtaki Market: a check list for new stall holders

Nestled in the heart of Ōtaki, the Ōtaki Market is quickly becoming one of the region’s must-visit weekend destinations.

Sep 29, 20243 min read

preloved and 2nd hand products

We enjoy a wide variety of stalls at the Otaki Market, and have a great selection of 2nd hand products, antiques, treasures and collectables

Sep 13, 20242 min read

Bounce: the Natural Solution for Keeping Nits at Bay

Nikki McLean is the friendly face behind Bounce, a fantastic natural solution for preventing nits.

Sep 8, 20243 min read

Embracing Sustainability: Eco-Friendly Signage

Embracing Sustainability: Our eco-friendly signage

Sep 2, 20242 min read

Embracing Sustainability at the Ōtaki Market

At the Ōtaki Market, we take pride in showcasing a vibrant community of sustainable stallholders.

Sep 2, 20242 min read

Promoting your stall at the otaki market

How to promote your stall at Otaki Market on social media.

Jul 14, 20242 min read

local stories

Lucinda from Seriously Pickled: to Mentor the Next Generation of Foodies

Kids Market

The Ōtaki Kids Market invited to a meet and greet with MP Tim Costley and the Minister of Finance

It’s not every day that tamariki and rangatahi get to speak directly with leaders shaping our country’s economic future, and we saw this as an ideal platform for our kids to ask questions, share their ideas, and talk about their business ventures.

Kids Market