Who will you be following during the Olympics?
Billy Stairmand’s smile is as wide as Manu Bay after being confirmed in the New Zealand Olympic team for this year’s Paris games.
The Raglan surfer was in his hometown for the official confirmation ceremony on Tuesday morning.
While the waves were largely flat, the atmosphere was not.
Share your most delicious (but affordable!) go-to meal...
Winter is knocking at the door and the cost of living has already made itself at home. So let's help each other out by sharing your meal ideas that don't break the bank.
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St Thomas parish fair 18 May
Please join us for our family-friendly parish fair, 10 am to 4 pm Saturday 18 May. All are welcome to enjoy our grounds -- bring a picnic.