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Running great Dick Quax dies

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* UPDATED Olympian Dick Quax has died after long and courageous battle with cancer. Quax, 70, an Auckland councillor of Pakuranga, won a silver medal in the...

Government commits to higher fuel prices

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By refusing to back down on new and increased fuel taxes, the Government is committing New Zealanders to higher fuel prices, says National Party...

Macleans students take on the Halberg Challenge

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A group of students from Macleans College joined more than 45 teams in the Halberg Challenge recently to raise funds to help physically disabled...

Simeon signs on as patrol patron

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They’re the unsung heroes of our community - and they want you to join them. You may have spotted Community Patrol cars or their shirts...

A mighty 102nd birthday celebration

Therese Henkin -
Eating a bowl of porridge every morning is how Rhys Runciman says I will make it to 102-years-old - the same age he turned...

Podcast celebrates creative professionals

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A local musician is giving people an insight into the careers of creative professionals. Danny McCrum, who grew up in Bucklands Beach, hosts the podcast, Don’t...

Cancer survivor gives hope

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It’s hard to tell that Taffy Muyambo, a vibrant bundle of energy, suffered from depression and tried to end her life twice Now she shares...

Paddle boarding positive for cancer survivors

Therese Henkin -
Anne McLean was never big on exercise. She is a busy mother and preferred leisurely walking with a friend to high impact sport. But when she...

Local MP’s weigh in on new budget

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The Government’s first Budget came out yesterday and the Times reached out to our local MP's Simeon Brown and Jami-Lee Ross to see what...

Everybody can sing

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The Choir in Howick, a local community initiative, is performing its first concert on Saturday, May 19. What makes the choir so special is that...

Divided opinions on regional fuel tax

Therese Henkin -
Dozens of locals say the Auckland Council’s Regional Fuel Tax (RFT) will be detrimental to those in lower income brackets. A public consultation was held...

Local poet hits the stage

Therese Henkin -
Local poet John Carr is heading back to where his poetry career began. The Bucklands Beach resident has been chosen as one of five to...

Unkovich crowned Miss International NZ

Therese Henkin -
One of our very own is heading to Tokyo to represent New Zealand on the international stage. After three months of intense rehearsals and charity...

My kind of bookshop

Therese Henkin -
Poppies Bookstore feels more like your own personal library. There is minimal clutter, cosy couches and every book is beautifully handpicked by the owner himself. It’s...

Petition to save east Auckland bus routes

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Commuters are struggling and more frustrated than ever as Auckland Transport’s new Eastern bus network proves it’s not faster and more convenient for everyone. One...
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