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Thames to host first Purple Poppy Day honouring animals of war

Jim Birchall - February 9, 2026 0

Thames Museum Te Whare Taonga o te Kauaeranga will join with Thames RSA to host the town’s first Purple Poppy Day on Friday, February...

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Whangamata Members ‘Twilight Patrol’ Keeping Golfers Honest

Shaun Fay - January 29, 2026 0

The Williamson Golf Course in Whangamatā is a favourite haunt for holidaymakers. It’s a charming little par-three, nine-hole course tucked right into the middle...

Pepe Stream Bridge replacement moves closer, public information day set for Tairua

January 28, 2026

‘Close call’: Elderly man saved after collapsing, getting lost during hike in Coromandel

December 30, 2025

Speed Limits to Drop in Karangahake and Waihī Following NZTA Review

December 16, 2025

Contract for new SH25 Pepe Stream bridge signed

December 5, 2025

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Contract for new SH25 Pepe Stream bridge signed

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Biosecurity

Why commercial fishing is still being allowed in ‘protected’ Hauraki Gulf zones

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Watch Video: Mysterious Lights Seen Near Thames Spark UFO Debate

Jim Birchall - November 7, 2025 0

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From concrete to courts: Todd Maitland’s rise an example to all

Jim Birchall - November 6, 2025 0

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New Hauraki District Council Sworn In

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Business

GrabOne collapse: Business promises to ‘look after the people hurt the most

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Developments

Tairua Businesses Hear Update on Trail That Could Transform the Coast

Shaun Fay - October 25, 2025 0

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Whangamatā butchery takes home bronze at national sausage competition

Jim Birchall - October 24, 2025 0

Environment

Luxury yacht sinks near Slipper Island, Coromandel, after earlier salvage just months ago

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community

Whangamatā Photographer Dedicates Calendar To Late Son

Jim Birchall - September 19, 2025 0

Biosecurity

Better Beaches- Clean Conscience

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Uber Eats Brings Food Delivery Closer To Home In Whitianga And Waihi

Jim Birchall - September 10, 2025 0

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‘It has been a very invisible service’ – district nurses struggle with understaffing

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Thames to host first Purple Poppy Day honouring animals of war

Whangamata Members ‘Twilight Patrol’ Keeping Golfers Honest

Pepe Stream Bridge replacement moves closer, public information day set for Tairua

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Speed Limits to Drop in Karangahake and Waihī Following NZTA Review

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