RICHIES

RICHIES More than a business — Richie’s is part of Wairoa. ❤️ Fresh food, familiar faces, local jobs and everyday services, all under one roof. Our place. Your place.

Through good times and tough ones, we’re here for our people. Proudly Wairoa. Richie's Main Road Hub:

Here at Richie's, we understand the importance of convenience and quality service for our customers. Our Main Road Hub in Wairoa brings together a unique blend of businesses, catering to various needs. Here's a brief overview of the services offered at each establishment:

*Richie's C

afé & Bakery

Indulge in a cozy and inviting atmosphere at Richie's Café & Bakery. Our baristas craft exceptional coffee and our chefs prepare delicious pastries, all-day breakfast and light meals. Enjoy a relaxing break or catch up with friends while savoring the finest coffee in town. Perfect for a quick snack or picking up treats for special occasions.

*Richie's Self Service Laundry Lounge

Simplify your life with our Laundry Lounge. Enjoy a comfortable and clean environment while taking care of your laundry needs.

*Grocery Haven

Explore a diverse range of high-quality products at Richie's Market. Our grocery store stocks fresh produce, pantry staples, frozen products and specialty items. Experience the convenience of one-stop shopping for your daily essentials.

*Richie's Hair & Beauty

Unwind and rejuvenate at Richie's Beauty. Our hair and beauty salon offers a range of services, from trendy haircuts and styling to pampering nail and massage treatments. Our experienced stylists and beauty professionals are dedicated to enhancing your natural beauty. This integrated Main Road Hub aims to provide a holistic experience for our customers, combining the best in food, convenience, cleanliness, and beauty services. Richie's is committed to delivering excellence in every aspect, ensuring your visit is a delightful and memorable one.

31/08/2026

In one powerful sentence, leading AI scientists and global thinkers warned: “Mitigating the risk of extinction from AI should be a global priority alongside other societal-scale risks such as pandemics and nuclear war.” The message is not that AI is our enemy, but that powerful technology demands equally powerful responsibility. Humanity has learned to cooperate against nuclear threats and global disease. AI deserves the same seriousness—international cooperation, sensible safeguards, transparency and human oversight—before capability advances faster than our ability to control its consequences.

30/08/2026

What if staying in New Zealand actually put more money in your pocket?

National has announced a new pitch to young graduates: stay in New Zealand, work hard — and keep a little more of what you earn.

If re-elected, National says it will cut compulsory student-loan repayments from 12% to 10%.

29/08/2026

Final pieces have just arrived at Richies Mayfair.

29/08/2026

Come on in for beautiful roast pork Kai for only $20. The cafe is close early today for a staff function and you may find pre-pack ones in Richies Market. Come first, serve first.

28/08/2026

Three things I keep telling my children over and over again!

Nobody owes you anything—be grateful and learn to stand on your own.

Use pain as fuel. Today’s discipline creates tomorrow’s opportunities.

Most importantly, become useful. Learn, build and solve problems.

Be grateful. Work for what you want. Create value. Then help others rise.

28/08/2026

Sponge Cake detected RICHIES!

28/08/2026

Wrap up August 2026

26/08/2026

When machines create the wealth, who owns the machines—and who shares the wealth?

— The future may change the price of everything, but it won’t eliminate the question of value.

25/08/2026

My dream car isn’t just about owning something beautiful.

For me, an EV represents where transport is heading—quieter roads, smarter technology, less reliance on petrol and, potentially, lower running costs.

But here’s the funny part: buying an EV is easy. Finding a fast charger exactly when and where you need one can still feel like a treasure hunt. 😂

If New Zealand wants more people to confidently choose electric, the next big investment shouldn’t only be EVs. We need more reliable, faster charging stations on highways, in small towns and rural communities—not just the major cities.

My dream isn’t simply to drive an EV.

It’s to see a New Zealand where you can drive one almost anywhere without first asking:

“Mate… where’s the next charger?” 🔌🇳🇿

That’s when electric transport really becomes everyday transport.

Don’t just build the cars of the future. Build the infrastructure that lets them go somewhere.

Address

106-110 Marine Parade
Wairoa
4108

Opening Hours

Monday 5am - 9:30pm
Tuesday 4am - 11pm
Wednesday 4am - 11pm
Thursday 4am - 11pm
Friday 4am - 11pm
Saturday 4am - 11pm
Sunday 4am - 11pm

Telephone

+6468388550

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