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,…
Mila Smith de Zeeuw, 17, has been named the new Yellow Ribbon Road Safety Hero. PHOTO: SUPPLIED
Teen firefighter recognised for road safety efforts
A Cooks Beach volunteer firefighter and high school student has been recognised for her dedication to promoting road safety, an honour she hopes highlights “the everyday actions” that help make…