November 17, 2025 – The Valley Profile

Alysha Read competes in the Australian Nationals, coming away with two medals. PHOTO: SUPPLIED

Gymnast Alysha Read finds rhythm again

Post author:Kelley Tantau
Post published:November 17, 2025
Post category:News

After standing on the podium in July, Alysha Read’s September setback at the New Zealand Nationals became a turning point - pushing her to rediscover why she loved rhythmic gymnastics…

Brownmore Concrete boss Rex Podmore and apprentice Todd Maitland. PHOTO: SUPPLIED

Todd cements his place as top apprentice

Post author:Kelley Tantau
Post published:November 17, 2025
Post category:News

When Todd Maitland heard his name announced as this year’s Concrete Industry Apprentice of the Year, he was a little overwhelmed.“Never in my wildest dreams could I have ever thought…

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