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Meghan Hawkes brings you
Thames of the Past
First Year on the Thames Goldfields
by Meghan Hawkes
Various Snippets
by Meghan Hawkes
The streets were not paved with gold by Meghan Hawkes
“Called in there when The Treasury first opened, and a couple of times since. Helpful staff and volunteers, got some great info from there. Keep up the good works guys, you’re a great asset to the area.” – Stefan Clive
“Looking for your family history on the Coromandel Peninsula? The Treasury is the place to go. A wonderful archive of information and photos”. – Anne Stewart Ball
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“We had the most amazing experience with our guide on the mine tour and wonderful ladies at the information centre today. Incredibly knowledgeable on their subjects and very good with customers.” – Zarsha Osborne
“I visited the Waihi Gold Museum and absolutely LOVED it. As a mild museum fan I can hand on heart recomment you experience it. The best museum I’ve been to by far.
The displays were interesting and highly interactive and the staff were fabulous.
Do not think twice – it’s a must see!” – Emma Lange
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Creative Coromandel is the central arts network for the Coromandel Peninsula
and the Hauraki rohe. We put the Arts first.
The Coromandel Peninsula is a vast, beautiful region filled with pockets of
stunning scenery, wild terrain and an abundance of talented creatives
offering unique performing and visual arts experiences.
In 2015, driven by the Thames-Coromandel arts sector, a District-wide arts strategy was created through consultation with artists, art leaders and arts groups, to develop, promote and sustain local artists and arts activities. In 2016 the Arts & Creative Industries Strategy was adopted by TCDC and an Advisory Board with representation from all five wards was formed to implement it.
Fast forward 5 years and this Advisory Board is now He Mana Toi Moehau Trust, commonly known as Creative Coromandel – an independent charitable trust, made up of visual artists, performing artists and arts leaders.
Our Board are all arts passionate local volunteers committed to advocating for and championing the arts in the Thames-Coromandel District and Hauraki rohe and our mahi is supported by two local paid part-time contractors.
Creative Coromandel is the central arts network for the Coromandel Peninsula
and the Hauraki rohe.
Whether you’re a performing or visual artist, an arts lover, local or visitor, we’ve got you covered with the latest arts news, events, opportunities and resources.
We put the Arts first.
“Today we came for breakfast, such a warm cosy setting. For the first time we ordered the salmon with our herb scrambled eggs. Just wow! Always delicious and so many yummy options. Your coffees are the best. Thank you.” – Lauren van der Vliet
“We enjoyed a lovely lunch in the garden. The food is outstanding quality and excellent value. We loved the gift store as well, which is filled with a great range of edible items, books and gifts. We would highly recommend Colenso for a meal.” – Barbara Taylor
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” This is our family’s go to takeaway outlet and dine in restaurant. The staff are exceptional, welcoming and efficient. The food is ‘to die for’ and the menu is sufficiently varied to offer carnivores and vegetarians a wide selection of options. Easy to see why TripAdvisor users show this as the best Asian in Thames.” – Fiona Ayers
“What a great place to gather with friends. The staff are so accommodating and friendly. Food just spot on as always. Highly recommend if you haven’t been here yet!” – Alicia Ngamane
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Under the new waste contract for TCDC, which is coming into effect September 1st 2023, all current kerbside recycling services (240 wheelie bin co mingled recycling and glass crate for bottles) remain the same, on a fortnightly collection
𝗥𝗮𝘁𝗲𝘀 𝗿𝗲𝗯𝗮𝘁𝗲𝘀 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗻𝗼𝘄 𝗮𝘃𝗮𝗶𝗹𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲
If you are eligible, you can now apply for a rates rebate for the tax year 1 April 2022 to 31 March 2023.
𝗗𝗿𝗼𝗽 𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗼 𝗮 𝗵𝗲𝗹𝗽 𝗰𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗰
We are holding a series of rates rebate clinics at our service centres to help you. the last day for our 𝗧𝗵𝗮𝗺𝗲𝘀 𝗰𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗰 𝗶𝘀 𝗿𝘂𝗻𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮𝗹𝗹 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝘄𝗲𝗲𝗸 𝘂𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗹 𝗙𝗿𝗶𝗱𝗮𝘆 𝟰 𝗔𝘂𝗴𝘂𝘀𝘁.
𝗧𝗵𝗮𝗺𝗲𝘀: 515 Mackay St. 𝗙𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝟯𝟭 𝗝𝘂𝗹𝘆 – 𝟰 𝗔𝘂𝗴𝘂𝘀𝘁, call us on 07 868 0200 to book an appointment.
𝗪𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗮𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗮̄ | 𝗪𝗵𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗮 | 𝗖𝗼𝗿𝗼𝗺𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗹 𝗧𝗼𝘄𝗻: No appointment is needed. Any time until 30 June 2024, you can visit us during office hours at:
* Whangamatā, 620 Port Rd
* Whitianga, 10 Monk St
* Coromandel Town, 355 Kapanga Rd
𝗣𝗮̄𝘂𝗮𝗻𝘂𝗶 | 𝗧𝗮𝗶𝗿𝘂𝗮: 𝗢𝗻𝗲 𝗱𝗮𝘆 𝗼𝗻𝗹𝘆, 𝗧𝗵𝘂𝗿𝘀𝗱𝗮𝘆 𝟯 𝗔𝘂𝗴𝘂𝘀𝘁. No appointment is needed.
* Pāuanui Community Hub, 23 Centreway – 9am to 12pm
* Tairua Library, 2 Manaia Rd – 1pm to 4pm
𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗱𝗼 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗻𝗲𝗲𝗱?
You will need to provide proof of income when applying for the rebate. If your only source of income is superannuation, no proof is required. DIA provide this information
If you receive interest from your bank or investments, you will need to get a Resident Withholding Tax (RWT) certificate from your bank or investment company
You will also need to obtain a summary of earnings from Te Tari Taake | Inland Revenue.
For more information and to download an application form, visit www.tcdc.govt.nz/ratesrebate
We are still on the hunt for a bike repair superstar!? Want to give back to the community? Then we may have the opportunity for you! The Seagull Centre is looking for bike repair volunteers that are able to work independently within a fun natured team. We offer a range of staff perks and support a healthy work-life balance. If you think your values align with ours; act with integrity, support community wellbeing and take environmental responsibility then we would love to hear from you. For more information or to send through your cover letter please contact us at Lucci@seagullcentre.co.nz