Long term plans a 'huge burden' says councillor
The three-yearly long term-plan process has been described as 'crazy'.
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Councillors say 'no' to more transparency
Councillors have said 'no' to changing the way they conduct workshops.
Thames-Coromandel rates increase includes $8.9m office refurbishment
The council will investigate before committing to multi-million dollar refurbishment.
War of words: Mayor and ratepayers' alliance go head to head
Thames-Coromandel Mayor Len Salt has unloaded following months of rumblings.
Down the gurgler: Tairua toilet debacle takes u-turn
The estimated costs for new public loos in Tairua have been slashed by $200k.
No economic growth in Thames-Coromandel for 12 months
A recent Infometrics report shows the district lagged behind national averages.
Creative Coromandel wants to support artists to amplify creative practice
Creatives set out to unite diverse groups.
Homelessness on the rise in Thames
The number of people sleeping rough in the town has residents concerned.
Partial access restored on Thames Coast Highway
One lane of SH25 north of Thames has reopened.
Auckland-Coromandel ferry service still on hold
The service was no longer commercially viable, Fullers360 said.
Multiple fallen trees and slips closes SH25 north of Thames
The road is closed on the western side of the Coromandel Pemninsula.
Seawall to protect $1billion worth of assets in Thames
Work on design concepts for the protection of Thames is under way.
Thames-Coromandel townships set to start using water meters
A user-pays system for water will be in place from July 1.
Council tight-lipped on Tairua dog attack investigation
The incident involving five dogs took place on May 22.
Hamilton Arbor Day to mark heritage park's restoration anniversary
The 20th celebration will see the 'Bug Man' from Animal Planet as a special guest host.
A different kind of marathon will see dunes restored in Coromandel
Thousands of plants help to slow coastal erosion.
Coromandel tourism organisation under review
A report has made multiple recommendations for improvement.
Hauraki Coromandel Business Awards in for revamp
The biennial awards have received a few new categories.
Coromandel property values see steep rise
Since the district’s last revaluation, residential values have increased 33 per cent.
Severe weather hits Thames
A possible tornado hit Thames this morning, downing trees and cutting power to hundreds of homes. Video / Jason Shaw
Marine development set to boost Coromandel aquaculture
The $15 million marine project could add up to 100 jobs to the district.
Library membership data moved offshore
Thames-Coromandel and Hauraki District councils are two of 41 councils to make the move.
Thames pool proposal attracts nearly 1500 submissions
The proposal for a new pool in Thames has struck a nerve with ratepayers.
Proposed 33-hour music festival gets cool reception from council
Authorities say event will be too loud and there will be too many cars.
Coastal restoration projects paused while lizard protocols sorted out
Coastal earthworks could pose a risk to the Coromandel region's lizard populations.
Museum chair laments lack of funding for heritage and culture
'Over the years, our savings have been eroded by Covid and weather events.'
Hauraki, Coromandel councils keep tourism funding rolling
No changes to funding are proposed for Destination Hauraki-Coromandel.
DoC announces options for Cathedral Cove access
The popular walking track has been closed since February 2023.
Police boost helped tackle Coromandel's New Year's issues
Over 40 extra staff were deployed to the peninsula over the 2023/24 New Year period.
Coastal settlement's repeated calls for speed limit reductions
Little Bay residents plead for speed limit reduction.
Town pool built on a sacred burial site to be demolished
A replacement pool would cost up to $77 million.
What are Waikato councils proposing in their LTPs?
Councils across New Zealand started their Long Term Plan discussions.
Hundreds turn up for opening of $1.2m skatepark
The controversial Tairua skatepark opened today, following 30 years of discussion.
Whiff of disapproval surrounds proposed $475k public toilet
Ratepayers find nothing funny about pricey dunny.