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There was an outpouring of positivity and goodwill from Thames locals last month, when film crews arrived to shoot scene...
20/06/2026

There was an outpouring of positivity and goodwill from Thames locals last month, when film crews arrived to shoot scenes for A Minecraft Movie Squared, the sequel to 2025’s A Minecraft Movie.
Hollywood actors, including Jack Black and Kirsten Dunst, were the main focus for onlookers during the shoot. But hundreds of other people were also involved, both on camera and behind the scenes – and many of them were locals.
READ MORE: https://www.valleyprofile.co.nz/2026/06/16/minecraft-movie-behind-the-scenes-in-thames/

EXPERTS ADVERTISING FEATUREA “good job done for a fair price”, has been the driving force for T&A McWatters Ltd in its 2...
19/06/2026

EXPERTS ADVERTISING FEATURE
A “good job done for a fair price”, has been the driving force for T&A McWatters Ltd in its 22-year operation.
The Ngatea-based company offers drain clearance, mulching, bulldozer, digger and truck hire, and a carting service for all grades of metal, palm kernel, hay, silage, sand and Mangatangi River Rock.
Tim McWatters, who operates the company with his wife Althea, said the bulk of their clients were farmers and councils.
READ MORE: https://www.valleyprofile.co.nz/2026/06/16/ta-mcwatters-haul-22-years-2/

As part of a series on the future of Thames Centennial Pool, reporter Kelley Tantau explores the history of Taipari Park...
19/06/2026

As part of a series on the future of Thames Centennial Pool, reporter Kelley Tantau explores the history of Taipari Park, its significance to Ngāti Maru, and long-standing plans to return the land to iwi.

The land beneath the Thames Centennial Pool has long held deep spiritual, cultural, and historical significance for Ngāti Maru.
Taipari Park, the current site of the pool, is built upon an early burial ground, or urupā, associated with Te Kauaeranga Pā – a settlement that was occupied by tribes of Marutūāhu.

READ MORE: https://www.valleyprofile.co.nz/2026/06/03/beneath-the-pool-the-history-significance-and-future-of-taipari-park/

Hauraki District Council has approved a new litter bin system that it says will improve staff safety, maintain litter se...
19/06/2026

Hauraki District Council has approved a new litter bin system that it says will improve staff safety, maintain litter services across the district and eventually save the community $108,000 a year in operating costs.
Aluminium bin enclosures containing 240-litre wheelie bins will replace 49 Big Belly Bins currently dotted around the district.
READ MORE: https://www.valleyprofile.co.nz/2026/06/16/new-hauraki-litter-bins-to-save-108k-in-costs/

VOLUNTEER WEEK ADVERTISING FEATUREWe applaud and thank our volunteers who weave the stories and bring the history of the...
18/06/2026

VOLUNTEER WEEK ADVERTISING FEATURE
We applaud and thank our volunteers who weave the stories and bring the history of the Victoria Battery site alive for visitors to enjoy and learn about the significant part that this site in Waikino played in the processing of quartz to find the gold hidden from sight.
Our volunteers work together at the site so visitors can discover the history in a way that suits them.
READ MORE: https://www.valleyprofile.co.nz/2026/06/16/a-call-for-digital-volunteers/
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Chris Kemp can no longer hold the drumsticks that were once rarely out of his hands.The Thames musician now uses a power...
18/06/2026

Chris Kemp can no longer hold the drumsticks that were once rarely out of his hands.
The Thames musician now uses a power wheelchair, relies on round-the-clock care from partner Kendall Todd, and is living with motor neurone disease (MND), a progressive condition that has steadily taken away his mobility since his diagnosis in 2023.
Yet behind the lime-green front door of the couple’s Thames home, life remains filled with music, plans, and purpose.
Chris is sharing his story as part of MND Action Month, which includes the return of the Ice Bucket Challenge to raise awareness and support for people living with the disease.

READ MORE: https://www.valleyprofile.co.nz/2026/06/17/chris-kemps-mission-beyond-motor-neurone-disease/

VOLUNTEER WEEK ADVERTISING FEATUREThis National Volunteer Week, Thames SPCA is proud to recognise and celebrate the dedi...
18/06/2026

VOLUNTEER WEEK ADVERTISING FEATURE
This National Volunteer Week, Thames SPCA is proud to recognise and celebrate the dedicated volunteers who help make a difference for animals in our community.
From animal care, events and fundraising, to offering a warm safe space in their home for foster animals, volunteers are essential to Thames daily operations.
READ MORE: https://www.valleyprofile.co.nz/2026/06/16/a-place-to-care-for-animals/

June 11 was the International Day of Play – and it also marked the official opening of the revamped Kerepēhi Community P...
17/06/2026

June 11 was the International Day of Play – and it also marked the official opening of the revamped Kerepēhi Community Playground.
The entire student body of nearby Kerepēhi School was present for the occasion, along with various councillors and staff from Hauraki District Council.
READ MORE: https://www.valleyprofile.co.nz/2026/06/16/321k-playground-opens/

VOLUNTEER WEEK ADVERTISING FEATUREOur community, our strength – Ko to hapori, kō mātau.At our kura - Thames High School,...
17/06/2026

VOLUNTEER WEEK ADVERTISING FEATURE
Our community, our strength – Ko to hapori, kō mātau.
At our kura - Thames High School, we live by our motto: “We work together to achieve one’s true potential.” The close relationship we share with our community is our greatest strength, and we are immensely proud of these bonds.
Our community supports our students in diverse ways. We see it in our dedicated sports volunteers, academic study sessions, and staff volunteer firefighters – like English Kaiako Ms Yorke, whose recent Sky Tower Challenge provided phenomenal role modeling for our taiohi.
READ MORE: https://www.valleyprofile.co.nz/2026/06/16/building-community-bonds/

VOLUNTEER WEEK ADVERTISING FEATUREThis month, Hato Hone St John is raising funds to help build future-proof, fit-for-pur...
17/06/2026

VOLUNTEER WEEK ADVERTISING FEATURE
This month, Hato Hone St John is raising funds to help build future-proof, fit-for-purpose ambulance stations that will meet the needs of our growing and changing communities.
These stations will help ensure New Zealanders continue to receive the best possible care when they need us most in a medical emergency.
On June 27, our volunteers will be out collecting donations at Goldfields Mall and outside Thames Pak’nSave.
READ MORE: https://www.valleyprofile.co.nz/2026/06/16/st-john-set-to-raise-funds/

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