Our lead story this week talks about the official start to the Pepe Bridge replacement, and inside, we give information about a new payment and monitoring system for boat ramp use. A number of ads. in this issue are about events on the horizon, so check those out!

Our lead story this week is about Hikuai School’s successful fundraising competition. Inside, there’s a further update about the local government reform process and the options available. A number of ads. in this issue point to events on the horizon, so check those out too!

Our lead story this week is "Local Government Reform update". Inside, there's an article bringing caution about tree trimming, and a Short and Sweet column tops off the issue.

Tairua's Salty Steppers are having their very first social, and all line dancers are invited! Check out the lead story this week. Inside, good news for the Coromandel with Budget 2026’s roading funding. A Short & Sweet rounds off the issue.

This week’s lead is about Tairua Bowling Club’s success, and their "Champion of Champions" winners. Inside, there’s a good news for Community Boards, and communities, with launch of “The Accord” which enables more local decision-making and action. A Short & Sweet fills you in on 3 events, and a message of caution for Pepe Road intersection at this bridge repair time.