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Lego enthusiast Edwin Booth with his collection housed in his garage. Photo: DAVIDDA HIKATANGATA

Lego hobby ‘brings out the creativity’

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

January 28 was international Lego day, with enthusiasts around the world celebrating the creative hobby. DAVIDDA HIKATANGATA catches up with Thames’ own Lego enthusiast to find out moreWhen Edwin Booth…

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…

Peninsula Joinery brings ideas to life

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

ADVERTISING FEATUREPeople don’t have to look far for someone to help bring their kitchen ideas to life.That’s where Peninsula Joinery, on the corner Albert and Davy Streets, Thames, comes in.…

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