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Betty Smith is set to celebrate her 100th birthday on February 6. Photo: SUPPLIED

‘Keep active’: key to centenarian’s longevity

Post author:Davidda Hikatangata
Post published:February 3, 2026
Post category:News

If there’s one thing Betty Smith believes about herself, it’s the fact that “I’ve always been a very practical person and done things”.“I aimed to bring my children up the…

The Thames Valley junior teams. Photo: CHRISTINA DRENT

Valley touch triumph

Post author:Guest Reporter
Post published:February 3, 2026
Post category:News Sport

The Rowdy’s Junior Touch tournament: He Whetu Anamata - Our Future Stars 2026 kicked off in Rotorua from January 24-25.Thames Valley represented the region with an Under 10s boys team,…

U10’s kotiro with coach Danny Williams. Photo: SUPPLIED

Hauraki ballers shine

Post author:Guest Reporter
Post published:February 3, 2026
Post category:News Sport

Hundreds of basketball teams from across the country touched down in Rotorua on January 19 to 24 for the Poitukohu Maori Basketball Tournament, including groups from Hauraki, Coromandel and Te…

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