June 2023 – Page 18 – The Valley Profile

The Hauraki North Diamonds head coach said it was “massive” the team made the finals in their debut season. Photo: SUPPLIED

Diamonds shine bright in debut season

Post author:Gordon Preece
Post published:June 7, 2023
Post category:Sport

Hauraki North Rugby Club’s first ever women’s team, the Diamonds, went from a 30-point drubbing in its opening test to reaching the finals in its debut season.The 35-women team placed…

Debbie Mills uses a range of specialist toys to enable children to release feelings. Photo: GORDON PREECE

Play therapist alleviates mental health

Post author:Gordon Preece
Post published:June 7, 2023
Post category:News

A Ngātea-based play therapist said addressing mental health challenges through play for children and young people had become more recognised.Debbie Mills, who has worked in the profession for around 28…

Waikato group manager Alan Doherty, left, with Rose Sparrow who was awarded the 25-year gold star. Photos: SUPPLIED

Firefighters awarded fire service milestones

Post author:Gordon Preece
Post published:June 7, 2023
Post category:News

A Maramarua firefighting duo have reached a quarter-century each with the fire service, including the first female of the brigade to kindle the milestone. Rose Sparrow and deputy fire chief…

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