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Bid to reinstate Wellsford’s memorial arch
An imposing stone memorial archway dismantled in Wellsford nearly 70 years ago could be reinstated, if plans by Albertland Heritage Museum come to fruition. The...
Authors provide inspiration on northern schools tour
Six leading Kiwi writers and illustrators kept dozens of students enthralled and entertained during a whistle-stop tour of local schools and colleges on Monday, August...
Scrapbook of stories from retired Sandspit GP
A retired doctor from Sandspit has published a warts-and-all memoir from his life as a GP, obstetrician and medical educator, including three years spent with...
Sweet Appreciation – Karen and Ian Vasissiere
Congratulations to Louisa and Riley (pictured), and Karen and Ian Vaissiere, of Sandspit, who are this week’s recipients of a gift box from Chocolate Brown....
Games centre reduces fees
A new Warkworth community recreation centre based around indoor games and activities is broadening its reach and reducing its fees. Baskets Plus Recreational Centre opened...
Updated guide to getting older launched
A new edition of a free one-stop guide to getting older and all it entails has been published by the Eldernet group. The upper North...
Footpaths trump parking spaces
Auckland Transport (AT) has been consulting with residents in Falls Road and Hill Street on footpath improvements. AT plans to construct an extra 232 metres...
Iconic museum launches vital funding campaign
The Kauri Museum, one of Northland’s most cherished heritage institutions, has issued an urgent appeal for sponsorships and donations as it faces a critical financial...
Tis the winter of voters’ disinterest
One of the biggest challenges facing Auckland in this year’s local government election is voter apathy.In 2022, only 35% of eligible voters across the region...
Youth trust founder retires
Warkworth stalwart Dave Parker has stepped down from the board of Kowhai Youth Trust, bringing to a close more than three decades of service to...
