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Turua School’s new principal, Karen Houghton, is relishing getting to know her young charges. Photo: ALICE PARMINTER

New Turua principal all about connections

Post author:Alice Parminter
Post published:March 5, 2025
Post category:News

Karen Houghton is looking forward to forming connections with her new students at Turua School. The new principal, formerly from Pōkeno School, said she was drawn to the small, tight-knit…

Virtual reality goggles immerse the users in ancient kauri forests. Photo: SUPPLIED

Community Whānau Day celebration held

Post author:Staff Reporter
Post published:March 5, 2025
Post category:Rural

The Kauaeranga Valley Visitor Centre’s inaugural Waitangi Whānau Day blended ancient creatures with modern technology.Held on February 6 at the picturesque Department of Conservation (DOC) visitor centre near Thames, the…

Spartina, a fast-growing grass which traps silt and sediments on mudflats. Photo: SUPPLIED/DOC

Spartina spraying underway

Post author:Alice Parminter
Post published:March 5, 2025
Post category:News

The Department of Conservation (DOC) is undertaking an operation in Coromandel Harbour to control the spread of the invasive estuary grass weed Spartina. Work was scheduled to begin at the…

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