Interview
Organisers of this weekend’s Whitianga Oceans Festival remain optimistic that up to 4000 people could attend. This from the chairperson of the organising committee, Linda Bird, who yesterday spoke to CFM as the final plans were being put in place on the Whitianga waterfront. Linda saying there was an expectation of between 3700 and 4000 […]
A call by Thames Coromandel Mayor Peter Revell questioning how the proposed new tourism funding allocations will be made, has been heard by local Member of Parliament Scott Simpson. A promise to inject millions of dollars into local tourism infrastructure should the Government be re-elected, was great to see for Mayor Revell. Earlier this week […]
With New Zealand’s longest serving funeral home being located in Thames, it seemed appropriate to talk with Twentyman’s Adrian Catran about New Zealand’s dying matters week. The initiative, launched last year, is aimed at raising awareness and having safe conversions regarding dying and end of life. Adrian told us that in his 36 years of […]
With the El Nino weather pattern stalking the region, local emergency management services are gearing up for a long hot summer. As a result land and property owners are being encouraged to take action now to lower the risk associated with wild fires and potential pressure on water supplies. Thames Coromandel Emergency Management Controller, Brian […]
Members of the National Government can expect a few phone calls from Coromandel Peninsula’s tourism marketing representatives over the decision which could see the end to a potential bed tax. Destination Hauraki Coromandel General Manager, Kylie Hawker-Green, described the decision as a real about face and a lost opportunity caused by the National Party’s decision […]
A focus on the international market with a particular interest in luxury high end travellers, this yesterday from the Board of the district’s Regional Tourism Organisation – Destination Hauraki Coromandel at its annual general meeting. Chairman, Jason Hill, said the Coromandel Peninsula and Hauraki district was well positioned to attract the high value travellers. He […]
In 80 days residents across the Coromandel Peninsula will get the chance to cast their votes in the general election. Options include a vote for an individual while also exercising a party vote. Already CFM has featured the National, Labour and Greens candidates chasing the Coromandel electorate. Another has now launched their campaign, being New […]
One of the oldest and most iconic kauri trees on the Coromandel Peninsula has dieback disease and is slowly dying. The 1200 year old giant at the Long Bay Kauri Walk near Coromandel Town is being treated for the disease which may prolong its life. Waikato Regional Council’s, Patrick Whaley, described confirmation of the disease […]
The arrival of Avian Bird Flu in New Zealand is very top of mind for those involved with the Pukorokoro Miranda Shorebird Centre on the Western Firth of Thames. Centre manager Keith Woodley yesterday provided an update on the potential impact on the local region. Keith said the migratory birds were not expected until September […]
A new strategy to guide Waikato’s economic future has been adopted, setting a clear direction to grow jobs, lift incomes and strengthen the region’s long-term prosperity. The Waikato Regional Economic Development Strategy 2026/27–2029/30 builds on the region’s strong foundations – its natural resources, central location, diverse industries and people – to unlock new opportunities and […]
