Al Williams is a journalist in the Open Justice team, based in Christchurch.
He has worked in daily and community titles in New Zealand and overseas for the last 16 years. Most recently he was editor of the HC Post, based in Whangamata. He was previously deputy editor of Cook Islands News
Timber bridges could become 'new norm' for NZ
SH26 between Thames and Paeroa is to close for a month for a bridge build.
Kiwi deaths in leg-hold traps 'doesn't need to happen' DoC says
Leg-hold traps should be installed off the ground to avoid catching birds like kiwis.
Whitianga waterfront project now up for discussion
New wharf, recreational and commercial fishing facilities form part of the proposal.
Tairua fisherman slams Hauraki Gulf marine legislation
The bill was supported by Coromandel MP Scott Simpson.
Record $300k fine for dairy effluent a ‘wake-up call’
Farming company, company director and farm manager convicted and fined $305,900.
Guidelines tabled as Waihī residents irked by ‘un-pheasant’ sounds
Loud bangs are used to scare birds away from crops in rural areas.
Orange river caused by 128-year-old mine shaft
Warnings still in place on Ōhinemuri River with high arsenic levels in sediment.
Warnings still in place for river that turned orange
Warnings remain in place for the Ōhinemuri River.
Orange river: What early tests revealed
Regional council confirms preliminary results after the river turned bright orange.
Wilding pines to be removed from Hauturu Motu/Clark Island in Whangamatā
Wilding pines scattered across an island off the coast of Whangamatā will get the chop.
Vessel salvaged after running aground on Coromandel beach
Maritime NZ confirmed it is investigating after fishing boat beached in the Coromandel.
Tonnes of debris washes ashore in Whitianga, forces closure of boat ramp
A heavy rain watch with strong northeast winds has been issued for the Coromandel.
$180k fine after worker seriously injured by mussel harvesting machine
Maritime NZ has issued a warning to operators after a marine farm worker was badly hurt.
Power move: $15m for back-up generators in Coromandel
Powerco is spending $14.7m on back-up generators in Coromandel town and Matarangi.
No economic growth in Thames-Coromandel for 12 months
A recent Infometrics report shows the district lagged behind national averages.
Massive tree root holds up traffic in Coromandel
A fallen 20-tonne tree is behind ongoing hold ups on SH25 in the Coromandel.
Larry the duck becomes Daisy from Hikuai
It appears Larry has a tragic tale of lost love but is reunited with extended family.
Larry's winging it in Whangamatā but who's footing the bill?
Town has a feathered friend whose main street antics are 'quacking' everyone up.
Marine development set to boost Coromandel aquaculture
The $15 million marine project could add up to 100 jobs to the district.
Sniffer dogs keeping predator pests at bay
Dogs are an important tool when checking for pests on predator-free islands.
Sea farmers set their sights on a bigger bounty
Industry, iwi and government want to double Waikato aquaculture exports by 2044.
Concerns raised over $1 million Coromandel fishing contest
Event organisers and fisheries officials happy with fish population and methods.
Fishing contestants race to best spots for share of $2 million in prizes
Hundreds of boats set off for the best fishing spots from a shotgun start.
Coromandel rolls out mental health first aid courses
Coromandel to get mental health first aid courses.
Big catch: Whitianga to host fishing contest with $1.8 million in prizes
The Kubota Billfish Classic returns to Whitianga next week.