Friday, April 3, 2026

Over The Gate

Fast-track approval granted for Drury quarry expansion

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A fast-track approval for the expansion of a major quarry in Drury has been welcomed by the Government, with ministers saying it will help...

Industry pays tribute to horticulture pioneer

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Franklin and the horticulture industry are mourning the loss of a true industry leader. Dr Stuart Ian Davis died on December 10, aged 66. Vegetables New...

Over the Gate with Frankin A&P Society event co-ordinator Jacqui Wadham

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It may take a village to raise a child but it requires the efforts of folk from both town and country to pull off...

Over the Gate with Kimber Brown

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While a certain Pukeoware couple may have long been the 'Elder' statesmen of the cause to protect the magnificent Kaimanawa horses, Marilyn and Elder...

Over the Gate – with Dr Rosamund Vallings

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More than 20,000 New Zealanders are thought to live with the debilitating disorder, Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS/ME) which has baffled experts and patients alike...

Over the Gate – with Michael Barnett

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On the road from his Karaka lifestyle property by about 5.30am and home again around 6pm at night, Auckland Chamber of Commerce CEO, Michael...

Over the Gate with Merlyn Thompson

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Never work with children or animals, they say; Merlyn Thompson, works with both! And, with 13 years of teaching under her belt, this local...

Over the Gate with Joan Withers

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A woman’s work may never be done but, by golly, Joan Withers won’t give up until it is! Not only has this local climbed...

Over the gate with Barbara Raos Survivor NZ finalist

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When two tribes went to war earlier this year, rather than head to Hollywood, lifestyler Barbara (Barb – aka Queen B) Raos was in...

Over the Gate – with Keith Gardner (Forest & Bird)

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You could say a bird in the bush is worth two in the hand when talking to Keith Gardner, secretary of Forest & Bird,...
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