Hauraki-Coromandel Post

18/10/2025

This person in Coromandel was so annoyed at missing out on a copy of the HC Post, he (allegedly) smashed up one of our paper bins.

If someone knows him, please let us know so we can send him a bill!

15/10/2025

Wow! Did anyone see it?

15/10/2025

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14/10/2025

RELEASE FTOM TCDC

Deputy Mayor Announcement:

Our Mayor-elect Peter Revell has announced he will appoint Councillor John Grant as Deputy Mayor.

Cllr Grant was re-elected on Saturday to his second term at Council. In his first term, Grant served on the Risk and Assurance Committee, the Civil Defence Emergency Management Group, the Local Water Done Well Working Group, and the Chief Executive Review Committee.

Mayor-elect Peter Revell said, “John has impressed me with his work ethic, sound judgement, his keen eye on the bottom line, but also his empathy for how what our Council does affects all members of the community. He has a way of getting straight to the heart of the matter under consideration.”

Cllr John Grant said, “I’m humbled by Peter’s appointment as his Deputy Mayor and feel the weight of expectation for what needs to be delivered in this term of Council. I’m looking forward to working with our new Mayor and Council at a busy time with much to be done. My first three years have given me a strong grounding in the workings of Council, and I’m ready to get back to work to deliver for the Coromandel community.”

After a long career in financial services senior management, Grant moved to Whitianga where he launched Coromandel’s CFM Radio and started an insurance brokerage, Coromandel Insurance Services.

For the full preliminary election results, see the link in the comments 👇

14/10/2025

Explore Group New Zealand
Ferry cruised into Hannafords Wharf this afternoon to promote their new summer services for the Coromandel to Auckland route which are launching on Labour Weekend.

Weekend sailings to the Coromandel Peninsula begin Friday, 24 October !

Bookings are now live,
See all the details and reserve your spot here:
👉 exploregroup.co.nz/auckland/coromandel-peninsula

13/10/2025

The Intrepid British & Irish Film Festival returns to Whitianga! 🇬🇧🇮🇪

Get ready for two weeks of incredible cinema as the 2025 Intrepid British & Irish Film Festival screens at Mercury Twin Cinemas from 30 October – 12 November.

Enjoy 20 outstanding films showcasing the best of British and Irish storytelling — from powerful dramas to laugh-out-loud comedies. Highlights include The Choral, Moss & Freud, Spinal Tap II, Re-Creation, and The History of Sound.

🎟 Tickets on sale now at mercurytwincinemas.com/british-and-irish-film

Don’t miss this celebration of warmth, wit, and world-class filmmaking — right here in Whitianga!

Join us for the Intrepid British and Irish Film Festival 2025 in Whitianga from 30 Oct – 12 Nov, showcasing 20 exceptional films!

13/10/2025

This week's thoughts from Scott Simpson MP

Waihi Beach Coastguard launch their new vessel, aiding community rescue efforts.

11/10/2025

Preliminary results are in for the Hauraki District Council elections, with Toby Adams leading strongly to retain the mayoralty — winning 4,220 votes, well ahead of Roman Jackson (562) and Levi Burton (417).

Early ward results show Paul Milner, Rino Wilkinson, and Jo Tilsley ahead in Paeroa; Neil Gray, Stephen Crooymans, Ray Broad, and Cynthia Bates leading in the Plains; and Anne-Marie Spicer, Austin Rattray, Amanda Ryan, and Sara Howell in front in Waihī.

In the Māori ward poll, voters are leaning 2,947 to 2,058 in favour of removing Māori wards.

These results are preliminary, with special votes still to be counted.

Toby Adams leads the 2025 Hauraki Council election results, signaling strong voter confidence as he aims for a third term as Mayor.

11/10/2025

Preliminary results in the 2025 Thames–Coromandel elections show Peter Revell leading the mayoral race with 3,211 votes, ahead of Patrick Kerr (2,703) and incumbent Len Salt (2,593).

Early figures also have Robert Ashman leading Coromandel–Colville, John Grant, Flemming Rasmussen, and Tony Brljevich in Mercury Bay, and John Freer with Alison Smith ahead in the South Eastern ward.

In the Māori ward referendum, voters are leaning 6,070 to 4,055 toward removing the Māori ward.

Final results are expected in the coming days.

Preliminary results of the 2025 Thames-Coromandel election show Peter Revell leading. Discover the latest updates on the mayoral race and council results.

11/10/2025

Votes being counted now

Voting has closed in the 2025 Thames–Coromandel and Hauraki District elections, with results expected soon. Stay tuned for updates!

09/10/2025

Whangamata’s Oldest Sports Trophy Up For Grabs!

The Whangamata Club Business House Tennis Tournament- now in its 41st year kicks off again on November 3rd. It happens every Monday Night from 5 to 9 until mid-March with a gap over Christmas. Last…

06/10/2025

Kylie Hawker-Green appointed as General Manager of Destination Hauraki Coromandel, bringing vast experience in tourism and regional development.