District Judge Carolyn Saldari Bengel has announced her re-election bid. Bengel’s court covers Brackenridge, East Deer, Fawn, Harrison and Tarentum. A resident of Harrison, Bengel is a full-time judge who said she “has always focused on the need for a fair judicial system that truly represents the people of our
Obituary: Beloved Whanganui JP Shirley Christie makes quiet exit after years of dedication
16 Apr, 2021 05:00 PM
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Shirley Christie was delighted to be named as the recipient of a Queen s Birthday honour in 2019 but said it should have gone to someone worthier. Photo / Bevan Conley
Shirley Christie was delighted to be named as the recipient of a Queen s Birthday honour in 2019 but said it should have gone to someone worthier. Photo / Bevan Conley
Whanganui Chronicle
When Shirley Christie was awarded the Queen s Service Medal (QSM) in 2019 she said whoever nominated her probably deserved it more than she did. The retired JP and dedicated community supporter died peacefully on April