Construction of Whitianga’s new RTS to begin Published on 28 March 2025 Construction of Whitianga’s new Refuse and Recycling Transfer Station will begin as early as next month as builders for the $11.5 million project are selected. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Jeanette Wikaira appointed as Council's new GM of Community Published on 25 March 2025 Jeanette Wikaira begins her role as the Council’s new Group Manager Community in late May after five years as part of the executive leadership team at Dunedin City Council. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Local Water Done Well, Thames pool plans, Beach Hop and more Published on 21 March 2025 Join us on Monday 24 March for the Thames Protection and Resilience workshop, get the latest on Thames pool plans, and study up on the Local Water Done Well reforms ahead of our consultation on local options for the future of water services. Plus, Repco Beach Hop kicks off, repairs are underway on the Coromandel Walkway and other project updates. Tagged as: , Weekly wrap-up
Thames pool future Published on 19 March 2025 Thames Community Board is recommending a preferred option of a $26.2million dollar all-indoor pool on land leased from Thames High School as the replacement for Thames Centennial Pool from 2027. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Whangamatā stormwater update Published on 19 March 2025 As part of our 2024-34 Long Term Plan, $9.171 million of capital funding was allocated for stormwater improvements in Whangamatā.This is the latest update on where the project is at. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Local Elections are coming, emergency readiness, project updates Published on 14 March 2025 Time to get ready for the local elections in October. Own a property here but don't live here? Find out how you can vote. We’re strengthening emergency preparedness with new Civil Defence caches for key communities. Council reflects on key learnings from past weather events, while soft plastics recycling and food waste reduction efforts continue to make an impact. And so much more. Tagged as: , Weekly wrap-up
Kickstarting 2025: Our Economic Development newsletter Published on 13 March 2025 The latest economic development news and information for our Thames-Coromandel district. Tagged as: , Economic Development Newsletter
Porritt Park nears 100, roading updates and opportunities at Council Published on 07 March 2025 As Parks Week continues with exciting events, Porritt Park closes in on 100. SH26 at Hikutaia reopens and work begins on Te Kouma Rd seawalls to repair cyclone damage. We also highlight cabinet art across the district, share roading updates and explore job opportunities at our Council. Tagged as: , Weekly wrap-up
Parks week, Thames resilience, what's on and more Published on 28 February 2025 This week, we celebrate Parks Week, share updates on Thames coastal resilience, Matarangi tree removal, and SH26 progress. Plus, check out Thames’ new sculpture, and join upcoming events like Real-Life Superheroes Day. Tagged as: , Weekly wrap-up
Half-Year Report, Thames Protection, New Trustees, MTFJ success & more Published on 21 February 2025 This week, we highlight our Half-Year Report, new Trustees appointed to Destination Hauraki Coromandel, the latest on protecting Thames from sea-level rise, Mayors Taskforce for Jobs cadets success, and there's still time to apply for creative and event funding, and complete the Hauraki Opportunity Survey. Tagged as: , Weekly wrap-up