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Paeroa’s Sage Claridge, 10, and Naitoa Ah Kuoi. Photos: SAM ANDERTON

Young rugby star trains with Chiefs

Post author:Davidda Hikatangata
Post published:May 20, 2025
Post category:News Sport

It’s not everyday people get to train with legendary rugby icons, let alone their favorite player.But it’s exactly what 10-year-old Sage Claridge of Paeroa got to experience when she trained…

Lenny Torrens, 15, shreds his way to an NZ 6th place ranking at the 2025 Skateboard National Championships. Photo: GLYN STRETTON - PIXEL PROOF PHOTOGRAPHY

Hauraki skater lands NZ top 6

Post author:Davidda Hikatangata
Post published:May 20, 2025
Post category:News

Lenny Torrens is no stranger to kickflips and backside tailslides.It’s something the 15-year-old skateboarder made very clear at the 2025 Skateboard National Championships recently, where he competed in the Open…

Heath van Leeuwen of Tree Tops Arborist is ready to help. Photo: SUPPLIED

Tree Tops: ‘the best for your trees’

Post author:Sponsored Content
Post published:May 20, 2025
Post category:Features

ADVERTORIALIf there’s a tree that needs to be removed, a section that needs to be cleared or a garden in need of maintenance - the team at Tree Tops Arborist…

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