Shooting hoops at the playground. Photo: ALICE PARMINTER
T-RAP launched
Thames’ Porritt Park was filled with people on May 25, for the 2025 launch of T-RAP. The Thames Rangitahi Advisory Panel, made up of local youths between 12 and 24…
Participants line up. Photo: ALICE PARMINTER
Cyclists take to the trails
Around 50 cyclists of all ages geared up for the annual Russell Player Memorial Lions Fun Ride on May 25. The ride was in aid of the Cancer Society’s Lions…
Neil Bateup, whose farm is off the Tahuna-Ohinewai Road, is one of three Rural Hero finalists. FILE PHOTO/SUPPLIED
Neil Bateup named Rural Hero finalist
A familiar face in the farming community, a man who has given “countless hours” supporting rural families facing hard times, has been named a Primary Industries NZ Award finalist.Neil Bateup,…