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Local Folk – Chris Toms – record holder

10:10 Tue, 01 Feb

Speed has been a passion for Chris Toms for as long as he can remember. From racing a Ford Zephyr down Queen Street in his…

History – A death in the bush – Part 2

10:10 Sat, 15 Jan

(Part 1 appeared in the December 15 issue) As W H Farrand was acting Coroner, the inquest was held at John Curtis’ accommodation house on…

Warkworth benefactor

14:02 Wed, 01 Dec

In 1899 a correspondent to the Auckland Weekly News wrote: “ I went on a visit to the extensive poultry establishment of Dr Shoesmith. He…

Local Folk – ‘Jug’ Price

Known to all as ‘Jug’, Whangaparaoa’s Community Constable Ian Price is a familiar sight strolling through the mall, visiting schools and giving talks to community…

Local Folk – Mirika Flegg

14:02 Wed, 03 Nov

Young people can move mountains, provided they are given the chance according to Mirika Flegg. The 28-year-old is already well known for her role at…

History – In the line of duty

10:10 Mon, 01 Nov

On September 29, the feast day of the Archangel Michael the patron saint of police, a remembrance ceremony is held annually to honour officers killed…