New ZealandSevere weather hits ThamesA possible tornado hit Thames this morning, downing trees and cutting power to hundreds of homes. Video / Jason ShawWatch14 May 10:51 PM
New ZealandMarine development set to boost Coromandel aquacultureThe $15 million marine project could add up to 100 jobs to the district.13 May 02:25 AM
New ZealandLibrary membership data moved offshoreThames-Coromandel and Hauraki District councils are two of 41 councils to make the move.10 May 04:00 AM
New ZealandThames pool proposal attracts nearly 1500 submissionsThe proposal for a new pool in Thames has struck a nerve with ratepayers.10 May 12:32 AM
New ZealandProposed 33-hour music festival gets cool reception from councilAuthorities say event will be too loud and there will be too many cars.08 May 06:30 PM
New ZealandCoastal restoration projects paused while lizard protocols sorted outCoastal earthworks could pose a risk to the Coromandel region's lizard populations.02 May 06:00 PM
New ZealandMuseum chair laments lack of funding for heritage and culture'Over the years, our savings have been eroded by Covid and weather events.'02 May 05:00 AM
New ZealandHauraki, Coromandel councils keep tourism funding rollingNo changes to funding are proposed for Destination Hauraki-Coromandel.01 May 05:30 AM
New ZealandDoC announces options for Cathedral Cove accessThe popular walking track has been closed since February 2023.30 Apr 05:37 AM
New ZealandPolice boost helped tackle Coromandel's New Year's issuesOver 40 extra staff were deployed to the peninsula over the 2023/24 New Year period.29 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandCoastal settlement's repeated calls for speed limit reductionsLittle Bay residents plead for speed limit reduction.22 Apr 02:45 AM
New ZealandTown pool built on a sacred burial site to be demolishedA replacement pool would cost up to $77 million.19 Apr 10:30 PM
New ZealandWhat are Waikato councils proposing in their LTPs?Councils across New Zealand started their Long Term Plan discussions.18 Apr 06:30 PM
New ZealandHundreds turn up for opening of $1.2m skateparkThe controversial Tairua skatepark opened today, following 30 years of discussion.15 Apr 06:33 AM
New ZealandWhiff of disapproval surrounds proposed $475k public toiletRatepayers find nothing funny about pricey dunny.10 Apr 04:29 AM
New ZealandSea farmers set their sights on a bigger bountyIndustry, iwi and government want to double Waikato aquaculture exports by 2044.07 Apr 07:00 PM
New ZealandRepair cost for Thames water supply line still to be determinedA third-party contractor did some damage to the line on March 22.04 Apr 01:00 AM
New ZealandCouncil considers funding successful cyclone recovery programmesContinuing to fund the programmes would cost $4.4 million over 10 years.27 Mar 01:51 AM
New ZealandPolice tight-lipped on Coromandel crime figuresPolice treat questions asked by the HC Post about holiday period crime figures as OIA.19 Mar 01:21 AM
New ZealandStorms and cyclones leave environmental legacy in coastal CoromandelCadets have been employed to clean up the Coromandel Peninsula's eastern coastline.13 Mar 07:23 PM
New ZealandRetail spending in Coromandel not keeping up with inflationWhile visitor numbers were up, local infrastructure was put under severe pressure.11 Mar 05:30 PM
New ZealandMore than $1 billion in assets at risk from Thames floodingThames shoreline protection comes with 'big costs'11 Mar 01:28 AM
New ZealandNew council rules sought to preserve night sky in special Coromandel spotThe night sky north of Whitianga is a star-gazer's delight.10 Mar 10:52 PM
New ZealandThames-Coromandel Connector bus service extendedThe free service started on December 18.03 Mar 05:24 PM
New ZealandAbuse and 'weaponised misogyny' create security risks for councillorsMisinformation and personal attacks rampant online, say council officials.21 Feb 06:00 PM
New ZealandThornton Bay stabilisation project to receive $1.3m in fundingThe funding is a significant contribution towards project's design and construction.01 Feb 09:54 PM
New Zealand'Go f*** yourself': Mayor's salty email replyFiery language was in response to increased aggression directed at council staff.16 Jan 02:40 AM
New ZealandA year in review: What moved the Waikato in February 2023?As the year draws to a close, Waikato Herald is taking stock of 2023.24 Dec 05:00 AM
BusinessFormer waste management boss Grahame Christian loses second round of defamation battleCourt of Appeal concludes a defence of responsible communication was made out.30 Nov 10:49 PM
New Zealand'Game-changer': Major Coromandel project nears completionThe $15.3 million project includes building a new commercial wharf and slipway.23 Nov 06:00 PM
New ZealandEmotional haka as council votes for Māori wardsThe council just became the 10th local authority in Waikato to establish the seats.31 Oct 03:38 AM
New ZealandMost Waikato councils opt for Māori wardsThe most recent council set to establish the wards is Hauraki District Council.27 Oct 08:00 PM
New ZealandDebris from wrecked luxury launch litters pristine Coromandel beachThe 15m luxury vessel was taken apart after it sank near Mercury Bay.17 Oct 11:27 PM
New ZealandWaste contractor issues public apology to Hauraki residentsA waste contractor has apologised after a contract began before new trucks arrived.28 Sep 02:53 AM
