Family, friends and folks gathered for a day of fun at the “world-famous-in-Thames” Te Puru Duck Race fundraiser on November 2, which raised $2102 for the Thames Coast Community Kindergarten. Chairperson Kate McGee told The Profile they were really pleased with the turnout this year. It was great to see so many kindy families, past and present, who enjoyed the day, she said. “We were so impressed with the creativity of the kids’ decorated ducks and handmade boat entries. The kids had a blast taking part in the activities and the duck race winners went home with wonderful prizes,” she said. The event couldn’t have happened without the efforts of the kindy community, she said. “A big shoutout to our generous sponsors for the wonderful prizes and donations and to the volunteers from Thames High and Thames Rotary Club who helped on the day.”
