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Echo was adopted by Craig and Anita Saunders after the pair visited a bird rescue. PHOTO: SUPPLIED

Be nice to Echo: The magpie who holds a grudge

Post author:Kelley Tantau
Post published:February 5, 2025
Post category:News

In the Karangahake lives a flightless magpie with a knack for tui impressions.She steals puzzle pieces and plays with soft toys, sits on the cat, and gets caught on security…

Work to resurface four of Ngātea’s netball courts is underway, with completion set for late February-early March. PHOTO: SUPPLIED/TARA CARTER

Curve balls aside, work starts on Ngātea netball courts

Post author:Kelley Tantau
Post published:January 30, 2025
Post category:News Sport

Tara Carter met with district council staff and started getting quotes to refurbish the Ngātea netball courts. Three years and two children later, things have finally come to pass.The Hauraki…

Lud and Val Sparks celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary last month. PHOTO: SUPPLIED

Paeroa couple going strong after 60 years

Post author:Kelley Tantau
Post published:March 21, 2024
Post category:News

Val and Lud Sparks’ love language may differ, but it’s clear to see how the Paeroa pair have reached their diamond wedding anniversary, celebrating 60 years together last month.At their…

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