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Taupo District Mayor awaiting kidney transplant

Darren Petry from Taupō District Council

​Taupo District Mayor David Trewavas has been diagnosed with kidney disease and is awaiting a transplant.

However, he remains upbeat and is committed to serving his community to the best of his abilities while he waits.

"I found out about a year ago and have been managing it well while the various health professionals work out the best plan of action," Mr Trewavas said. "They are of the view a transplant is the best thing for my long term future and following that, the prognosis is good," he said. His wife Anna is to be his donor.

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It’s Riddle Time – You Might Need an Extra Cup of Coffee!

Riddler from The Neighbourly Riddler

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The tiger who came to tea

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What's your favourite recipe for courgettes?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Kia ora neighbours. If you've got a family recipe for courgettes, we'd love to see it and maybe publish it in our magazine. Send your recipe to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz, and if we use it in the mag, you will receive a free copy of our January 2025 issue.

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