January 2022 – Page 5 – The Valley Profile

Adam Matete has become a social media celebrity in Ngatea after hosting a range of foodie events. Photo: KELLEY TANTAU

Small-town Hauraki keeps Adam ‘on his toes’

Post author:Kelley Tantau
Post published:January 18, 2022
Post category:January 2022

Adam Matete moved to Ngatea to live life at a slower pace, but since becoming a community celebrity, he’s come to realise quietness was never on the cards.Adam, 44, grew…

Darby Tuhaka has practised traditional tā moko all over the world. He arrived in Paeroa ten years ago and now calls the town his home. Photo: KELLEY TANTAU

Providence surrounds Paeroa tattooist

Post author:Kelley Tantau
Post published:January 17, 2022
Post category:January 2022

Darby Tuhaka is 10 hours into tattooing a pūhoro , a traditional Māori tattoo which extends from the waist to the knees.He’s facing a further 50 hours of work ahead…

Panoramic view of Pārāwai, Thames - Kauaeranga River and Railway Bridge in the foreground. Photo: SUPPLIED

Women poisoned by oysters at Tapu

Post author:Meghan Hawkes
Post published:January 16, 2022
Post category:Dead Cert Features January 2022

As part of a Valley Profile series, MEGHAN HAWKES searches through old newspapers to bring you the stories Thames Valley locals once read about themselves. 1908Two young ladies - Miss…

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