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Police step in as protestors attempt to halt a government announcement on mining strategy in Waihī. Photo: ALICE PARMINTER

Mining controversy: Minister outlines mining strategy

Post author:Alice Parminter
Post published:February 7, 2025
Post category:News

Protest action saw a government announcement delayed in Waihī on January 31, as members of Coromandel Watchdog and Forest & Bird formed a human roadblock outside Oceana Gold’s Baxter Rd…

Pavement rehabilitation works on Hauraki Rd are being undertaken concurrently with the Onetai Stream Bridge replacement on SH26 - despite it being the advised detour for travellers to take. PHOTO: ALICE PARMINTER

Concurrent roadworks through main routes

Post author:Kelley Tantau
Post published:February 6, 2025
Post category:News

A council road in Turua is being repaired at the same time as a state highway closure this month.Pavement rehabilitation works on Hauraki Rd are being undertaken concurrently with the…

Echo was adopted by Craig and Anita Saunders after the pair visited a bird rescue. PHOTO: SUPPLIED

Be nice to Echo: The magpie who holds a grudge

Post author:Kelley Tantau
Post published:February 5, 2025
Post category:News

In the Karangahake lives a flightless magpie with a knack for tui impressions.She steals puzzle pieces and plays with soft toys, sits on the cat, and gets caught on security…

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