Author: Gordon Preece

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The power outage began at 1:15pm on November 11 after high winds blew a tree branch into power lines. Photo: GORDON PREECE

‘Left in the dark’

Karangahake Gorge residents were “left in the dark” during a prolonged power outage during a recent storm, sparking concerns about safety and a lack of communication.High winds left nearly 3000…

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Read more about the article Never give up
Kaihere School student Bailey Wellington reaches new heights in the high jump. Photos: GORDON PREECE

Never give up

Eight to 13-year-old Hauraki Plains students took to Hugh Hayward Domain at Ngātea for the Hauraki Plains Athletics Day on November 15. Event spokesperson Vicki Coles said it was an…

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Read more about the article Black Ferns touch down in Paeroa
Portia Woodman, left, and Renee Wickliffe with delighted fans Kohana Kauika-Rameka, second left, and Te Koha Kauika-Rameka. Photos: GORDON PREECE

Black Ferns touch down in Paeroa

Hundreds queued outside the Hauraki District Council Paeroa office last week for photos with Black Fern stars and the Women’s Rugby World Cup trophy. Former Paeroa College student Renee Wickliffe…

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