Latest from Thames-Coromandel District

Coastguards pull off 'challenging' night rescue in Coromandel

Meanwhile, Waikato Regional Council also rescued a grounded vessel.

Special wellbeing programme for people with cancer comes to Thames

Look Good Feel Better reaches out to Hauraki and the Coromandel.

Retail spending in Coromandel not keeping up with inflation

While visitor numbers were up, local infrastructure was put under severe pressure.

More than $1 billion in assets at risk from Thames flooding

Thames shoreline protection comes with 'big costs'

Coromandel rolls out mental health first aid courses

Coromandel to get mental health first aid courses.

Mangrove trees a concern for Whangamatā community group

Whangamatā Harbour Care raises concern about potential mangrove invasion.

Big catch: Whitianga to host fishing contest with $1.8 million in prizes

The Kubota Billfish Classic returns to Whitianga next week.

Slip repairs across Coromandel Peninsula delays traffic

NZTA said from mid-March, traffic management would be in place at up to 10 locations.

Pāuanui surfer makes a splash at NZ Women’s Surf Festival

Pauanui girl sets record for youngest winner.

Community hero resuscitates local lifeguard service

The club almost closed due to the effects of Covid-19, but Skill brought it back to life.

Whangamatā lifeguards make a splash on the national stage

The lifeguard team has been recognised in the New Zealand Rescue of the Month Awards.

Coromandel news in brief: Kennedy Bay works, rates due

What's up in the Coromandel — short and sweet.

Longstanding Coromandel community journalist dies

The local community says goodbye to "a lovely person" and "exceptional editor".

Remembering Gabrielle: Coromandel still recovering from cyclone

Summer has finally arrived in New Zealand - unlike a year ago.

'Intense rivalry' at Waihi's biggest golf event

The annual tournament is the culmination of a busy week for the Waihī Golf Club.

Shirtless, barefoot physio spoke about cannabis, swore at patient

The physio also continued to treat patients even after his suspension.

Thornton Bay stabilisation project to receive $1.3m in funding

The funding is a significant contribution towards project's design and construction.

‘Is my arm even on my body still?’: Young motorcyclist’s frightening realisation after crash

Teen colleague was among first on scene as volunteer fireman, sharing jokes with hurt pal.