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Krystal O’Carroll, left, Faye Barker and Bre Barker at the netball courts. Photo: SUPPLIED

Family’s love of netball ends in sibling rivalry

Post author:Davidda Hikatangata
Post published: October 27, 2026
Post category:News

A love of netball runs deep in the Barker family.Former Hauraki Plains College students Krystal O’Carroll (nee Barker), 44, and Bre Barker, 26, got involved in the beloved sport at…

Peter Augustin at work. Photo: MARION MANSON

Artist paints from feelings, heart, love

Post author:Davidda Hikatangata
Post published: October 27, 2026
Post category:News

The Thames Art Gallery is set to host two featured artists for the month of November, with exhibitions by painter Peter Augustin and potter and ceramicist Ria Erasmus-Kruger.For Peter, who…

Students play basketball together. photo: SUPPLIED

Language, culture and friendship at Paeroa Central

Post author:Staff Reporter
Post published: October 27, 2026
Post category:News

New friendships, learning and performances are some of the insights Te Wiki o te Reo Māori gave to Te Kura Tuatahi o Paeroa, Paeroa Central School.To speak and share te…

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