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Thames’ town clock is back ticking again after years of being frozen in time. PHOTO: SUPPLIED

Thames town clock ticking again

Post author:Kelley Tantau
Post published:November 28, 2025
Post category:News

After four years of being stuck at 4:34, Thames’ iconic clock tower is finally telling the right time again.The clock, at the corner of Pollen St and Mary St, was…

The summer platter - fresh mussels steamed in the Hotel’s special ginger broth with a hint of chilli. Photo: SUPPLIED

A prime summer spot: Royal Oak Hotel

Post author:Sponsored Content
Post published:November 25, 2025
Post category:Features

ADVERTISING FEATUREA place to enjoy the best of the warm weather is exactly what people will find at the Royal Oak Hotel. Owners Lisa and Chris Chaffey and their team…

Short Back’n’Sides. Photo: SUPPLIED

A chipper arboriculture service

Post author:Sponsored Content
Post published:November 25, 2025
Post category:Features

ADVERTISING FEATUREWaihī-based Short Back’n’Sides offers “anything to do with trees and wood” for Thames Valley and Coromandel clients up to Whangamatā.Brett Soutar, who directs the business with Carolyn Treblico, said…

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