‘The Maverick’ Russell loves a challenge
At 96, Logan Campbell resident Russell Parrish has achieved an incredible feat - ‘knocking off’ the summit of One Tree Hill 30 times over 30 consecutive days. Plus, it was all for a great cause — raising money and awareness for Alzheimer’s in honor of his late wife Mary.
Every single day of September, come rain, shine or blustering gale, Russell set off from his home at Ryman Healthcare’s Greenlane village to walk to the top of the iconic mountain set in the heart of Cornwall Park.
The idea also coincided with Ryman Healthcare’s annual Walking for Wellness challenge, which this year aptly had an Everest theme.
Watch Russell's story and click to read the full story.
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Poll: Are our Kiwi summer holidays helping us recharge, or holding the economy back? ☀️🥝
There’s growing debate about whether New Zealand’s extended Christmas break (and the slowdown that comes with it) affects productivity.
Tracy Watkins has weighed in ... now it’s your turn. What’s your take? 🤔
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73.8% We work hard, we deserve a break!
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16.2% Hmm, maybe?
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9.9% Yes!
Glen Eden Community Market - 20 December 2025 9am - 12pm
🎉 Glen Eden Community Market – Saturday 20th December! 🎉
🕙 9am–12pm | Glen Eden Community House
Join us for our final market of the year – a festive morning full of fun, learning, and community spirit!
🚗 20 Car Boot Stalls – Treasure hunting, bargains & local goodies
🚒 Fire Truck Visit @ 10am – Meet our local heroes
💦 Water Balloon Fight – Splash into summer fun
🎄 DIY Christmas Coasters & Crackers – Get crafty and festive
🌭 Sausage Sizzle – Grab a tasty bite and support local
❤️ Hato Hone | St John CPR Demos – Learn life-saving skills
🎩 Popcorn the Clown Magic Show @ 11am – Laughs, tricks & magical fun!
Free entry – bring your whānau, friends, and festive spirit! We appreciate your support!
📍 Parking Info:
All on-site parking is taken up by the market. Please park on Pisces Road, Solar Road, Kamara Road, or Capricorn Place and walk into the park. There is walkway access from Solar Road.
Some Choice News!
Many New Zealand gardens aren’t seeing as many monarch butterflies fluttering around their swan plants and flower beds these days — the hungry Asian paper wasp has been taking its toll.
Thanks to people like Alan Baldick, who’s made it his mission to protect the monarch, his neighbours still get to enjoy these beautiful butterflies in their own backyards.
Thinking about planting something to invite more butterflies, bees, and birds into your garden?
Thanks for your mahi, Alan! We hope this brings a smile!
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