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June 20, 2025
Fishing to return to Bayswater breakwater... p2
Matariki celebrations photo spread... p6-7
Interview: Author Hannah Tunnicliffe... p18-19
Holy Trinity issues cash plea after donors depart Holy Trinity Church faces a $60,000 deficit this year and has launched a ‘Rhythm of Generosity’ one-day appeal calling for donations from its congregation. While vicar Chris Murphy says the church is experiencing modest growth in membership, with “some green shoots” including a new young adults group, the message on
finances is blunt. “The past 18 months have been a period of transition and change,” an appeal pamphlet says. “Several regular and committed church members have left because of the recent changes and many more new people have arrived. “Those who have left have stopped con-
tributing financially and it appears that those who have arrived have not got around to it.” Murphy said the biggest change was probably his arrival, with some members choosing to leave – not unlike when a new CEO arrives in a business. “We are tracking at about $16k per quarter To page 5
Chillin’ in pink for midwinter plunge
Onesies duo... Sarah Ostergaard and son Oliver were among the crowds who enjoyed the traditional Devonport Midwinter Dip at Windsor Reserve last Sunday. More photos, p12-13.
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