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Popular ultra-marathon set to become annual event for West Coast

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

The successful Resilience Ultra run in Reefton last weekend is set to become an annual fixture in the West Coast town – with nearly twice as many contestants.

Inangahua Community Board chairman John Bougen told a meeting this week the popular event attracted 350 runners and their supporters, and the feedback had been overwhelmingly positive.

"They didn't seem to mind the rain and the mud and the cool weather - they loved the challenge - they were a hardy bunch and very interesting people," Bougen said.

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4 days ago

Poll: Does the building consent process need to change?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

We definitely need homes that are fit to live in but there are often frustrations when it comes to getting consent to modify your own home.
Do you think changes need made to the current process for building consent? Share your thoughts below.

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1 day ago

Lest we forget...

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

On this ANZAC Day, let's take a moment to remember and honor the brave men and women who have served and continue to serve our country.

Tell us who are you honouring today. Whether it's a story from the battlefield or a memory of a family member who fought in the war, we'd love you to share your stories below.

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