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Holly Mackenzie is relishing her role as a referee for Thames Valley Rugby Union. Photos: SUPPLIED

Lady ref calls the shots in Valley first

Post author:Alice Parminter
Post published:July 1, 2026
Post category:Sport

Holly Mackenzie has become the first female referee to run a premier game in Thames Valley, with her debut on June 20. The Thames Community Board representative was selected to…

Work continues on the chapel and roundabout at the Paeroa Hills development. Photo: ALICE PARMINTER

Memorial chapel rises in the Hills

Post author:Alice Parminter
Post published:July 1, 2026
Post category:News

Progress is continuing at the Paeroa Hills development site, with the chapel and roundabout both scheduled for completion by Christmas. Wayne Wright Jr told The Profile he remained committed to…

Ngatea alumni Taylor Griffin, left, has taken his music worldwide with the debut of his new single, Here and Now. Photo: SUPPLIED

London dreaming for Ngatea musician

Post author:Alice Parminter
Post published:July 1, 2026
Post category:News

Former Ngatea musician Taylor Griffin has taken his sound to the streets of London, with the release of his new single Here and Now.Featuring fellow Kiwi Sam Allen, the single…

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