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Former HPC record holder Rex Kelland meets new record holder Kingston Welsh. Photo: SUPPLIED

Freestyle legends meet

Post author:Davidda Hikatangata
Post published:April 1, 2026
Post category:News

Rex Kelland of Kerepēhi was around 17 years old when he broke the Hauraki Plains College senior boys one length freestyle race with a time of 15.10.That was in 1979.Earlier…

Block printing with Bernadette Shea. Photo: SUPPLIED

Explore creativity at Arts in Town

Post author:Davidda Hikatangata
Post published:April 1, 2026
Post category:News

A showcase of local artisans with demonstrations, sales and workshops was set to bring people together in Waihī on April 11 for the Arts in Town event.Formerly known as the…

Laysharn Jones, 9, and Tina Rose make the most of the day in vibrant colours. Photo: DAVIDDA HIKATANGATA

Brum! Brum!

Post author:Davidda Hikatangata
Post published:April 1, 2026
Post category:News

A plentitude of petrolheads perched along the path for the Waihī Warm Up Party for Beach Hop 2026 on March 25. The rain didn’t stop the community from showing out…

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