Latest from Coromandel Peninsula

Iconic track reopens in North Island after almost three years

More importantly, the famous beach will again be accessible by foot.

Cathedral Cove walking track reopens after almost two years

The track to the world-famous beach was badly damaged last year.

Going deeper and darker: Why 'noctourism' is tipped as next travel trend

Starbathing is a fast-growing travel trend, thanks to NZ's dark skies.

Why Waihi’s mine wants to keep digging

Canadian company thinks it could mine for another decade, if it's allowed to expand.

Road cone fills temporary spot for tekoteko

Ratepayers have been asked to help replace one of three tekoteko at Memorial Reserve.

Whitianga waterfront project now up for discussion

New wharf, recreational and commercial fishing facilities form part of the proposal.

Deadly boat capsize shows importance of sandbar crossing safety - Coroner

An experienced boatie died when his boat capsized on Tairua bar in January 2022.

'We absolutely love it': The couple taking drivers on the 'ultimate' US road trip

The couple spend five months a year in America running their business.

His dog returned; he didn't: Missing man's family seek answers one year on

Family say there are two people who may have information but are yet to be located.

'Highly probable' 16-year-old's wrist broke during unlawful arrest, IPCA finds

Police arrested teen for breaching alcohol ban after he refused to give his details.

'It’s Jason Momoa, let me in': Aquaman star hits the Coromandel on Harley

Momoa rocked up to the Coroglen Tavern, banged on the window and said 'let me in'.

DoC staff 'stressed' by appalling visitor behaviour at tourism hot spots

Regional tourism organisations are running on 'the smell of an oily rag'.

Parking goes, visitors must use shuttle to access popular Cathedral Cove track

DoC says there will be no parking at Cathedral Cove when it reopens.

Coromandel bridge project wins consultancy award

'Reconnecting communities safely and quickly following natural disasters is critical.'

Man appears in court over hunter's death

Sean Kavanagh appeared in the Rotorua District Court today.

'Another ridiculous gold rush': Group vows to continue fight against new mine

A controversial Waikato mining site has the Government’s green light of approval.

Council flags support for Pāuanui-Tairua scenic trail

The new trail includes a 120m suspension bridge across the Tairua River.

Tourists causing headaches for Cathedral Cove track repair workers

International tourists have been turning up to the must-see destination to find it closed.