October 21, 2026 – Page 2 – The Valley Profile

Chris Good was inspired to give blood for the first time after his wife’s open-heart surgery. Photo: ALICE PARMINTER

Ulysses members ride for blood

Post author:Alice Parminter
Post published: October 21, 2026
Post category:News

A medical emergency close to home was the catalyst for a group of community-minded motorcycle enthusiasts to donate blood. Five members of the Waihī-Thames Valley Ulysses Motorcycle Club were lined…

Chair Colin James says the boats are severely damaged following the brazen thefts. Photo: ALICE PARMINTER

Brazen thefts brass off maritime park

Post author:Alice Parminter
Post published: October 21, 2026
Post category:News

The Paeroa Historical Maritime Park and Museum has started a Givealittle online fundraising page after thieves targeted two historical vessels and made off with several irreplaceable brass and copper fixtures.The…

The Professional Trade Services sign at its former premises at 3 Coronation St, Paeroa. File Photo: SUPPLIED

Business sentenced after 7-metre fall

Post author:Staff Reporter
Post published: October 21, 2026
Post category:News

Hauraki roofing and maintenance business Professional Trade Services NZ Limited (PTSNZ) has been ordered to pay over $16,000 after an untrained worker suffered serious spinal injuries from an on-site fall.…

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