January 2022 – Page 7 – The Valley Profile

Head of St George’s 150th committee Paul Jennings says the church’s survival has been challenging but also “absolutely wonderful”. Photo: GORDON PREECE

St George’s to celebrate 150 years

Post author:Gordon Preece
Post published:January 13, 2022
Post category:January 2022

St George’s Church in Thames has seen many changes and challenges during its 150 years, but its commitment to serving the community and supporting those in need stands strong. Valley…

Tina Harrison and Nicole Clare sample the seaweed drink for humans. Photo: SUPPLIED

Seaweed drink sweeter than expected

Post author:Kelley Tantau
Post published:January 13, 2022
Post category:January 2022

It’s a drink made of seaweed, but it’s sweeter than expected.Though that’s not to say some trials saw a few “funky” and “fishy” concoctions get brewed inside the AgriSea lab.The…

180 volunteers have come through Thames Community Centre’s driver programme since 2017. Photo: GORDON PREECE

Community programme revs up driver licence help

Post author:Gordon Preece
Post published:January 12, 2022
Post category:January 2022

More than 50 volunteers have received help with their driver licences this year thanks to a Thames Community Centre programme.The centre’s Drivers Programme involves fundraising for volunteers’ learners, restricted and…

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