1173 days ago

Did you attend the 175th commemorations at Ruapekapeka Pā?

Denise Piper Reporter from Northern News

Ruapekapeka Pā is arguably the best preserved battlefield of the NZ Wars and a prime example of Māori ingenuity for modern warfare. Over the weekend, 175 years since the Battle of Ruapekapeka was marked with a series of events. Did you attend? What was it like? Did you learn anything new?

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1 day ago

Bob Francis Wins Senior New Zealander Of The Year

Jane Mander Retirement Village

Seven-term Mayor of Masterton, Bob Francis CNZM QSO MBE JP, has been named the 2024 Ryman Healthcare Senior New Zealander of the Year Te Mātāpuputu o te Tau.

Affectionately dubbed ‘Mr Wairarapa’, Bob has served his community in multiple areas, including health services, commercial development, the arts, aviation, homelessness, conservation and sports.

Bob’s award signifies the sixth time Ryman Healthcare has supported this category of the Kiwibank New Zealander of the Year Awards, which provides a fantastic opportunity to celebrate Kiwi seniors who continue to make positive contributions towards the future of Aotearoa.

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3 days ago

Easter weekend at the Red Cross shop in Dargaville.

The Team from Red Cross Shop Dargaville

This Easter weekend the Red Cross shop in Dargaville will be open 9am to 1pm on Saturday and 9.30am to 3.30pm on Monday. You will will us at 48 Victoria Street in Dargaville. We currently have a sale on clothing.

3 days ago

The Red Cross shop in Dargaville

The Team from Red Cross Shop Dargaville

The Red Cross shop in Dargaville is having a special on clothing. Pop in and see us at 48 Victoria Street in Dargaville.

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