February 2024 – Page 23 – The Valley Profile

The SS Tasmania, which brought the mystery man to New Zealand. Photo: SUPPLIED

‘Mystery man’ dies at Royal Hotel after travels

Post author:Meghan Hawkes
Post published:February 2, 2024
Post category:Dead Cert

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.John Morrison took an axe to…

The Rennie family about to embark on their 1300km cycle trip. PHOTO: SUPPLIED

Cycle tour strengthens BMX family’s bonds

Post author:Kelley Tantau
Post published:February 1, 2024
Post category:News

Watching his friends take part in BMX at his childhood hometown track in Paeroa showed Grant Rennie how inclusive the sport was for all age groups.Now an adult, not only…

Peter Vandersloot takes the helm of the Ariana during her relaunch on January 24. PHOTO: KELLEY TANTAU

Restored Ariana joins ‘the 100 club’

Post author:Kelley Tantau
Post published:February 1, 2024
Post category:News

It was a bright but brisk day on the Waihou River as the Ariana was relaunched in celebration of her 100 years.The boat, which has been lovingly restored by long-time…

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