Kelley Tantau

After January’s heavy rains left sections of the Hauraki Rail Trail severely damaged and access to the Victoria Battery Site difficult, the historic location is now facing another setback – a brazen theft. Victoria Battery Tramway Society chairperson Kerr... See more

Thames locals are stepping up to support women escaping domestic violence through the Love Grace Handbag Appeal, a nationwide initiative that delivers handbags filled with essential items to women in need. This year, Norelle Broughton has picked up the ba... See more

Returning home with one silver and three bronze medals from the 2026 Dunedin Masters Games, Anne Barker has shown that commitment – and access to a local pool – is key to supporting swimmers of all ages. As a “self-taught, uncoached swimmer”, Anne admitte... See more

At 15-years-old, Denzel Taylor should be worrying about homework, playing rugby, and what he’s doing with his mates on the weekend. Instead, he is facing a battle no teenager should have to fight. For the past six weeks, the Paeroa College student has bee... See more

Thames-Coromandel District Council has declared a precautionary state of emergency across the district due to severe rain and flooding with the potential to cause harm to people and property. The declaration ensures a coordinated response to keep communit... See more