Dung beetles a much-needed ‘clean up crew’ on farm
The respected symbol of an Egyptian God was now needed as “clean-up crew” for New Zealand farms, says one researcher eager to keep the spotlight on a pastural janitor, the…
Ultra marathon runner plans to create and break world record
A man who suffered hallucinations and exhaustion during a 160km marathon for charity is already setting his sights on another.Paeroa man Paora Raharaha ran the Tarawera Ultra Marathon last month…
Toddler a tragic victim of mining
As part of a Valley Profile series, MEGHAN HAWKES explores our local history by seeking out stories of life and death in the Thames Valley October 1870 had been challenging…