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Shane Jones encounters protestors in Thames. Photo: SUPPLIED

Jones, protesters clash over conservation land

Post author:Alice Parminter
Post published:August 18, 2026
Post category:News

NZ First minister Shane Jones was in Thames on August 15 for a public meeting in support of his party’s electoral candidate for Coromandel, Vincent Andersen. Around 200 people gathered…

Minister Shane Jones, left, and Cyclenomics CEO Matt Carter cut the ribbon. Photo: ALICE PARMINTER

Rubber recycling facility opens

Post author:Alice Parminter
Post published:August 18, 2026
Post category:News

Minister for regional development and resources Shane Jones was in Kōpū on August 15 to officially open the Cyclenomics facility at Southbridge Industrial Park. The event was attended by dozens…

Kerry Doherty needs help to restore the iconic St James Church. Photo: ALICE PARMINTER

Funds needed for crumbling church

Post author:Alice Parminter
Post published:August 18, 2026
Post category:News

By DAVIDDA HIKATANGATA and ALICE PARMINTER"I was sitting in the middle of the church and the sound was just coming over my head.”Kerry Doherty recalls a young girl who sang…

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