November 2021 – Page 3 – The Valley Profile

Jeff Alley talks to Matatoki School students before they head into the show ring. Photo: KELLEY TANTAU

Judge gives credit to schools amid Covid

Post author:Geoff Sanders
Post published:November 18, 2021
Post category:November 2021

Covid-19 restrictions may have changed the face of calf club days throughout the Thames Valley this year, but one person who remains a constant is praising schools for getting the…

The moa skeleton at the Kauaeranga Visitor Centre. Photo: WENDY HILLERICH/DOC

Moa skeleton goes on display at Visitor Centre

Post author:Geoff Sanders
Post published:November 18, 2021
Post category:November 2021

A complete moa skeleton is now on display at the Department of Conservation’s Kauaeranga Visitor Centre.On long-term loan from local conservationist Doug Ashby – well-known as “The Lizard Man” through…

Matt Bowie, left, and Paora Raharaha have teamed up for a fundraising run for kids. Photo: KELLEY TANTAU

Running dream starts with shoes on feet

Post author:Geoff Sanders
Post published:November 17, 2021
Post category:November 2021

When Paora Raharaha got out of prison in 2016, all he had was a pair of running shoes from The Warehouse.“I just ran, and I found myself wanting to go…