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Sea to sky for Alan

Alan Kemp trains in the Mindarie dunes.

A RIDGEWOOD resident is climbing dunes in Mindarie to prepare for a mountain assault later this year. more »

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Couple to ride for good cause

Lorna and Esera Peneueta with a picture of their great friend Meki, aged 30, who died just eight weeks after being diagnosed with cancer.

A BUTLER couple will be cycling to raise funds for cancer research later this year, inspired by a friend who died from stomach cancer. more »

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Jason’s run for leukaemia

Jason Nelson at the end of 2011’s Perth City to Surf half marathon that he ran for the Leukaemia Foundation.

JASON Nelson, of Butler, has only $750 left to raise to get full corporate sponsorship to enter the Australian Outback Marathon at Uluru in July. more »

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Firey keeping us safe

Two Rocks Bushfire Brigade captain Jeff Hord.

OVER the past 11 years, volunteer firefighter Jeff Hord has been helping keep north coast properties and residents safe. more »

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David awarded for key lifesaving roles

Australia Day medallist David Clark oversaw the introduction of inflatable boats to all clubs. Picture: Bruce Hunt d372730

WHEN Warwick man David Clark joined Mullaloo Surf Lifesaving Club 41 years ago, little did he realise the role he would play in keeping beaches safe. more »

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Trauma his daily lot

Paramedic Julian Zacharias... less intense than in South Africa.

IN a medical emergency, you would want paramedic Julian Zacharias, with his clear head and focus on the job, stepping in. more »

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Requiem for a born leader of women

The Rev Diane Heath was a leader in the Ordination of Women Movement.

ANGLICAN priest Diane Heath, who steered development of the Quinns-Mindarie parish in the 1990s, passed away in Victoria on December 1. more »

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His turn to take care

Andrew and Julie Otremba, and the late Phil Renkin (below, with the community bus). Picture: Emma Reeves d357903

AFTER 24 years of giving to the community, Yanchep couple Andrew and Julie Otremba have found themselves on the receiving end. more »

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Selfless Margaret’s turn to steal show

Margaret Cockman has been honoured for her contribution to her community. Picture: Emma Reeves d369559

MARGARET Cockman and volunteering go hand-in-hand. more »

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Special volunteers recognised for service

THE volunteer commitments of two Merriwa women were recognised at a garden party last Sunday, with both receiving 50-year service badges. more »

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