Podcasts about Coromandel

Coromandel businesses are encouraging people to visit this weekend, despite parts of the region being hammered by severe weather last week. The last part of State Highway 25 that was closed due to damage has reopened today. But NZTA says there's still about 20 spots along the highway that are down to one lane due to slips. General manager of tourism organisation, Destination Hauraki Coromandel, Kylie Hawker Green spoke to Lisa Owen.

Last week's severe weather again wreaked havoc on roads around North Island. Slips and flooding have significantly damaged State Highway 35 on the East Coast, and State Highway 25 in Coromandel. NZTA Regional Transport Services Manager, Mark Owen spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.

Thames Coromandel's local State of Emergency ends tomorrow, and the mayor says at this point it is unlikely to be extended. However, as the district tries to dry out it has some challenges ahead, including two major slips on its main highway and 63 storm-damaged homes. Libby Kirkby-McLeod spoke to people around the district and filed this report.

Last week, following weather warnings and torrential rain, slips across the Coromandel and  Bay of Plenty wreaked havoc, cutting off communities, damaging houses, and worst of all, taking lives. At the base of Mauoa, Mount Maunganui, a slip hit a council-owned campsite, claiming six lives and now eyes are turning towards how a tragedy like this could be prevented in future. Prime Minister Christopher Luxon was among the world leaders offered membership on Trump's post conflict government body, the board of peace. The board has received scathing criticism for including people under investigation for war crimes and failing to have a representative voice for the Palestinian people. Luxon has, in turn, received criticism for not ruling out the invitation. Finally, the New Zealand Defence Force has begun to incorporate uncrewed vehicles and drones as it moves into a new era of increased defence spending For our weekly catchup with the Green Party, Wire host Manny spoke with MP Ricardo Menéndez March about Luxons refusal to rule out joining Trump's board of peace, and the New Zealand Defence Forces incorporation of drones but began with asking him about the fatal slip in Tauranga,  

Thames-Coromandel's local State of Emergency ends today, but the clean-up is far from over. Mayor Peter Revell spoke to Corin Dann.

There is still a huge amount of clean up to do on roads around the upper North Island following last week's severe weather. Slips and flooding damaged major roads in Thames, Coromandel, Bay of Plenty and the East cape. In Gisborne entire hillsides collapsed, bringing forestry and native bush down onto roads. Convoys have made it through State Highway 35 at the top of the east coast, but it could be several weeks before State Highway two between Gisborne and Bay of Plenty reopens. NZTA's Mark Owen spoke to Lisa Owen.

Coromandel locals say the heavy rain that blocked roads and left communities isolated was the worst in 30-years. Thames Coromandel mayor Peter Revell spoke to Melissa Chan-Green.

A Tairua man has described waking to screams before finding his elderly neighbours trapped and covered in mud. RNZ's Field Correspondent Charlotte Cook spoke to Melissa Chan-Green.

An RNZ special on the unfolding weather event in the North Island, presented by Ingrid Hipkiss. Red heavy rain warnings are in place for Northland, Coromandel, Bay of Plenty, and Gisborne from Tologa Bay north. Several regions have declared a state of local emergency, including Coromandel, Hauraki, Bay of Plenty, Whangarei and Gisborne Tai Rāwhiti.

Donald Trump has given his speech to world and business leaders at Davos in Switzerland; Deb Glasgow has lived in Ōakura for decades, and says last night's weather was some of the worst she's ever seen; The Prime Minister has announced an election date of November 7; Local states of emergency remain in place in Whangarei, Coromandel, Hauraki, the Bay of Plenty and Tairawhiti; Tauranga has been battered by wind and rain that has caused several slips.

A state of emergency remains in place in the Coromandel. Carole Williams, the owner of Pauanui Pines Motor Lodge spoke to Melissa Chan-Green.

Local states of emergency remain in place in Whangarei, Coromandel, Hauraki, the Bay of Plenty and Tairawhiti. Emergency Management and Recovery Minister Mark Mitchell spoke to Melissa Chan-Green.

Reporter Charlotte Cook spoke to Lauren Crimp from Coromandel

Five local states of emergency are still in place in regions hardest hit by yesterday's weather event, though red warnings have lapsed in Northland and Coromandel. Thames-Coromandel District mayor Peter Revell spoke to Lauren Crimp.

RNZ's Charlotte Cook spoke to Lauren Crimp from Whitianga.

Jordy unleashes a wild run of bender stories - from 30-hour Thailand bus trips to Coromandel shed parties, burnouts, bonfires, and accidentally passing out in the wrong houses. Full-noise mischief, mateship, and absolute chaos. Proper true yarn.#propertrueyarn Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The government has approved OceanaGold's Waihi North mining project, extending gold and silver extraction in the Waihi area until 2043, delighting the pro-mining crowd. It's a decision I agree with. Waihi has already been extensively mined and the environment beaten up. The decision will keep the town alive and provide hundreds of jobs. But make no mistake, this will not be an El Dorado for the whole country. The royalties are still at the excruciatingly low level they've always been at. Waihi North will generate $5.2 billion in additional gold and silver exports over its 18-year lifespan — averaging $286 million per year. Meanwhile, Crown revenue from corporate tax, PAYE, and royalties is expected to total a net present value of $422m over the life of the project. That's not an economy-saving sum, and it represents an 8 per cent yield on the output. But a deal is a deal. What concerns me is thoughts of new claims — the area behind Pauanui and Tairua on the Coromandel. Or the new work proposed for Bendigo. Until the whole nation truly benefits from the work that damages our land, is it worth it?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Questions have been raised over who deploys helicopters to transport rescue teams as police apologise over a miscommunication. A 13-year-old girl was left clinging to a cliff in Coromandel Peninsula's Hahei for hours last year - when police mistakenly thought she was dead. They refused to foot the bill for a chopper and a rescue crew made a nearly two-hour car journey. The Professional Firefighters Union's Martin Campbell says there needs to be clarity. "In some cases, police are saying it's their call. And Fire and Emergency in the past have made that call. So there is a bit of confusion and misunderstanding." LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Firefighters are questioning a police decision not to send a helicopter to rescue a teenage girl stranded on a Coromandel cliff. Police later apologised, saying they mistakenly believed she was dead, but emails suggest cost may have been a factor. RNZ's Phil Pennington spoke to Corin Dann.

The police union says frontline officers are being verbally abused and spat at in the wake of the Jevon McSkimming scandal; Firefighters are questioning a police decision not to send a helicopter to rescue a teenage girl stranded on a Coromandel cliff. Police later apologised, saying they mistakenly believed she was dead, but emails suggest cost may have been a factor; The Ministry of Health isn't renewing its contract for the country's online Flu Tracking surveillance tool; For more than 40 years, Bernard Egan has been tasked with the job of being Santa's helper. Listening to Christmas wishes and taking notes from kids back to Santa; Children at Auckland's Starship Hospital have been given a rare chance to light up one of the city's most recognisable landmarks, the Sky Tower.

NZTA is reducing speed limits on several sections of a popular holiday route in time for Christmas. Four sections of State Highway 25 will drop to 50 kilometres from 80 or 70 kilometres. Waka Kotahi says there were 982 submissions on the speed review in the Coromandel region and the majority saw benefits in lowering the speed limits. Linda Davidson owns a bed and breakfast on one stretch of road where the speed limit is reducing and spoke to Lisa Owen.

The deputy mayor of Thames-Coromandel says there'll only be two more summers of lengthy waits in the car to get to some Coromandel towns. Deputy mayor, John Grant spoke to Corin Dann.

Rosetta and Milly catch up with Adam Whatton, who is Principal Ranger for the Auckland marine district keen to chat. His role is all about engaging the community around Auckland, the Coromandel and the Hauraki Gulf islands with the new marine protections in the Hauraki Gulf. Whakarongo mai nei!

The Coromandel is well-regarded as one of New Zealand's top holiday hotspots, but it's got more to offer adrenaline junkies than it lets on. Adventure Racing Coromandel co-founder Andy Reid's been leading the charge in this development, having helped create the K2 bike race and the Kauri Run - among others. Reid's taken his findings and experiences and put them in a new book - Are You Trying to Kill Us? "We started with the adventure race and straightaway, we knew that we could only put these races on with the help of all our local volunteers - and so we thought that it was really important to put something back into the community." LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Coromandel is growing in reputation as a centre for adventure, thanks in a large part to Andy Reid. Andy co-founded Adventure Racing Coromandel with his mate Keith Stephenson, creating lots of events including the K2 bike race and the Kauri Run. Now Andy has written a book taking us behind the scenes of 20 years of Adventure Races. It's called 'Are You Trying to Kill Us?' He talks to Jesse.

A Coromandel couple is at their wit's end about how to get a good night's sleep, because of rowdy penguin lodgers who are treating the place like their own. Libby Kirkby-McLeod reports.

Expelled Te Pati Maori MP Takuta Ferris says he's had no response from the party's national council over his calls for an urgent meeting; The fallout from the release of more than 20,000 new documents relating to Jeffrey Epstein continues; The number of Australians visiting here surged over the past year to the second highest number on record. Bookings in tourism hotspots like Queenstown, Christchurch and Rotorua are picking up ahead of a busy summer; A British pub in Greater Manchester has solved what it's called the crime of the century, a quiz team consistently winning through cheating; A Coromandel couple is at their wit's end about how to get a good night's sleep, because of rowdy penguin lodgers who are treating the place like their own.

Ciska de Jong grew up sailing around places like Waiheke, the Bay of Islands and even remote parts of Fiji, which set the tone for a life built around adventure. After a long solo trip overseas, she moved from Auckland to Tauranga and found a slower rhythm, with more time to chase waterfalls, paddle hidden chasms and explore the Bay of Plenty. Ciska shares how NZ Adventures began with simple weekend missions and turned into a way of helping others discover what is right on their doorstep. She runs through her favourite spots across Tauranga, Rotorua, Taupō and the Coromandel, and reflects on why small adventures matter, how nature shapes her days and what keeps her exploring.Discover the best of New Zealand with my NZ Map & Guide, featuring 100+ incredible locations for your next adventure. Use PODCAST10 at checkout for 10% off and start planning your dream trip todayGet my NZ Map & GuideBook your 1-on-1 consult and personalised itinerary Thank you so much for tuning in and coming along for the ride. If you love the show and enjoyed listening, please take the time to leave a review on Apple or Spotify. I would also love to connect with you, so send me a DM on Instagram, leave me a voice message and I can't wait to see you next time. Until then, keep adventuring :)Follow Ciska on Instagram: instagram.com/nz_adventures/ Follow Ciska on Facebook: facebook.com/NZadventures/www.valuemedia.co.nz/nzadventuresRead the Blog: www.abigailhannah.nzFollow Abigail on Instagram: instagram.com/abigailhannnah/Follow Abigail on TikTok: tiktok.com/@abigailhannnah/Get my NZ Map & Guide

On today's episode, I'm chatting with Kelsey all about her Central Otago wedding. From the planning process to how the day unfolded, what she learned along the way, and some honest reflections on what really mattered most.We chat about: 

A last-minute collapse of a joint plan between Tauranga, Western Bay of Plenty and Thames Coromandel councils saw the Thames district shunted from the water service deal. Thames Coromandel deputy mayor Terry Walker spoke to Corin Dann.

It's been a long wait, but a picturesque ferry trip between Auckland and Coromandel is making a return under a new operator. Thames Coromandel mayor Len Salt spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.

This week on Country Life, Kiwi and Aussie dairy farmers gather in Leeston to explore regenerative, low-input farming methods aimed at improving sustainability and profitability, and a look at the ancient skill of using a scythe with a Coromandel woman who's encouraging others to take up the sharp-bladed tools. You can find photos and read more about the stories in this episode on our webpage, here.In this episode:0:46 - Rural News Wrap5:51 - Green brew benefits for livestock emissions14:03 - Could old-school tools change how we garden?28:26 - Symposium reflects shift in dairy farmingWith thanks to guests:Peter Ralph, University of Technology SydneyBryan Innes, Beth and Joanna PearsallChloë Dear, Sue Cuberworth, Deane Parker, Chris Hibbert, and Kate Mirams, Dairy's Regenerative Transition SymposiumMake sure you're following us on your favourite podcast app, so you don't miss new episodes every Friday evening.Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

Coromandel news with John Freer. 

A honey shed on a hill is buzzing with the sound of honey flowing into jars as the bees take a hard-earned rest from honey making. Country Life meets Shayne and Elizabeth Mackenzie whose organic honey is produced from hives scattered over remote parts of the northern Coromandel peninsula. You can find photos and read more about this episode on our webpage, here.You can learn more about Woodland's Honey, here.With thanks to:Shayne and Elizabeth MackenzieGo to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

This week Country Life takes you to a farm grazing pigs and cattle beneath solar panels and meets organic honey producers Shayne and Elizabeth Mackenzie, and a recent Lincoln University graduate. You can find photos and read more about the stories in this episode on our webpage, here.In this episode:0:44 - An update on Tasman2:22 - Rural News Wrap7:32 - Connecting people 'from the land' with those working on the land14:38 - Sweet success for Coromandel couple's organic honey29:30 - 'Learning along the way' with agrivoltaicsWith thanks to guests:Harris MoanaShayne and Elizabeth Mackenzie, Woodlands Organic HoneyNigel and Merrin Upchurch, and Matt ShanksMake sure you're following us on your favourite podcast app, so you don't miss new episodes every Friday evening.Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

John discusses progress on Local Water Done Well, tourism promotion in Coromandel and the chances of establishing a lake on the Thames foreshore.

John Freer is a CFM local news reporter from the Coromandel Peninsula.

An hour's drive from the northern tip of Coromandel, you'll find a tiny post office run by volunteers. As rural postal services shrink, the small community here - population about 1500 - has taken things into its own hands to ensure the old motto "the mail must get through". You can find photos and read more about this episode on our webpage, here.With thanks to: Peter SanderStory hereGo to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

This week Country Life moves with the cows on that traditional day of the farming calendar - Mooving Day. The team's also in northern Coromandel where locals have fought back to retain their local post office and finds out about diversification in Taranaki.You can find photos and read more about the stories in this episode on our webpage, here.In this episode:0:53- On the farm8:34- Venture Taranaki 'Branching Out' across the region15:46- Colville people ensure the mail gets through26:26- From the Archives: My old man said follow the cowsWith thanks to guests:Michelle Bauer, Venture TaranakiPeter SanderMike and Raewyn Sweeney, and Gary CoombeMake sure you're following us on your favourite podcast app, so you don't miss new episodes every Friday evening.Like what you hear? Tell us! Leave us a review on your favourite podcast app or join the RNZ Podcasts Facebook group and join the convo.Send us your feedback or get in touch at country@rnz.co.nzGo to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

Rural midwife Sheryl Wright drives a winding dangerous road and even fords rivers to get to pregnant and new mothers in northwest Coromandel. You can find photos and read more about this episode on our webpage, here.In this episode:0:08 - A day in the life of Sheryl Wright3:00 - The only midwife in remote Coromandel5:58 - At the Thames birthing clinic8:50 - Home visits and home births17:43 - Not just a holiday destination but homeWith thanks to:Sheryl WrightMake sure you're following us on your favourite podcast app, so you don't miss new episodes every Friday evening.Want to chat to us or find out more about RNZ Podcasts? Join the RNZ Podcasts Discussion Facebook group where we share behind the scenes info about our series, and invite you to share feedback, recommendations and ask us questions.Send us your feedback or get in touch at country@rnz.co.nzGo to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

There are two sorts of harvest on Country Life this week - muttonbirds on the tītī islands and walnuts at one of Canterbury's biggest walnut orchards. Also, a trip into the past to visit an historic farm on the Coromandel peninsula, linked to immigrants from Dalmatia.You can find photos and read more about the stories in this episode on our webpage, here.In this episode:0:42 - Rural News Wrap5:55 - Muttonbirding - 'It's part of who we are'14:34 - Devcich farm shines a light on Dalmatian pioneers30:00 - Harvesting time is nuts at busy walnut orchardWith thanks to guests:Daniel Tarrant, Ruapuke UncutLorenza Devcich, Devcich Historic FarmsteadClive Marsh and Heather NorthMake sure you're following us on your favourite podcast app, so you don't miss new episodes every Friday evening.Like what you hear? Tell us! Leave us a review on your favourite podcast app or join the RNZ Podcasts Facebook group and join the convo.Send us your feedback or get in touch at country@rnz.co.nzGo to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

What if every visit made the world a better place? By protecting the kiwi and inviting visitors to plant native trees, Destination Hauraki Coromandel is shaping a tourism ecosystem where every trip gives back. This episode of Travel Beyond explores how a small region is leaving a big legacy, one handprint at a time. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Some tourist towns like Paihia can trade on Anzac Day, while Tairua, Whitianga and Whangamata in the Coromandel can open, so long as it falls on a Friday or Monday. Some of the stores Checkpoint spoke to in those towns say they're still not going to open until 1pm, saying it's about respect. But many other retailers say the rules just do not make sense and unfairly penalise at random. Touch of the Tropics, a garden centre in Whenuapai who have had to close two Fridays in a row. Owner Jules Moore spoke to Melissa Chan-Green.

John Freer is a CFM local news reporter, from the Coromandel Peninsula

Saint Kentigern, which already has campuses in Remuera and Pakuranga has purchased the 1000 acre water front Wilson Bay Farm. It's possible to reach the property by road or through a 90 minute boat ride and it will operate as a third campus. The school said students will get a chance to farm, grow food and learn other practical skills. Saint Kentigern trust board chair Mark Conelly spoke to Lisa Owen.

Stories in this episode: - Wildest Experience in the Coromandel in New Zealand, by shaktishaker - Shadow Husband, by Elizabeth - Working in a Morgue in the 90s, by Undersizzle - My Grandfather Saved My Life, by Kayla - After My Uncle Passed, Strange Things Started Happening, by Disastrous-Pass5629 - The Flickering Candle, by Maria - Spooky Deer Camp Encounter, by hotdogger2020 Submissions: stories@oddtrails.com Hate ads? Sign up for our Patreon for only $5 a month! You'll also hear episodes at even better audio quality. Your support is very much appreciated. Connect with us on Instagram, the Odd Trails Discord, and the Cryptic County Facebook Group. Listen to Odd Trails on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts! Find more Cryptic County shows at CrypticCountyPodcasts.com. Go to PrettyLitter.com/trails to save 20% on your first order and get a free cat toy!

We haven't been testing a lot of new perfumes or releases lately but the ones we can't keep our noses off of are from Trey Taylor's newly launched Serviette line of perfumes. There are four in total and we can't be happier for our friend of the pod which you will clearly hear as we discuss each fragrance. We also talk a little about the Fumes substack channel and her well written and thoroughly researched post, Le Lion de Chanel - Shalimar's Dark Mirror All that, some general chatter, and of course, The Game. All bangers this week too!(00:00) - - Intro and Spring Flowers (05:39) - - The Fumes Substack - Chanel, Serge, and Regulations (11:11) - - Thoughts on Tariffs (13:28) - - Let's Discuss Serviette (23:29) - - Some New Releases (34:40) - - Scents We've Been Wearing (45:45) - - The Game Scents Mentioned in this Episode:Au Delà Narcisse by FZOTIC / Himitsu Violets by Régime des Fleurs / Le Lion, Coromandel, and Sycomore by Chanel /  Muscs Koublai Khan by Serge Lutens / Babycat by Yves Saint Laurent / Byronic Hero, Frisson D'Hiver, Ruche, and Sour Diesel by Serviette / Open Sky and Pulp by Byredo / Brown Flowers by DS & Durga / Lonestar Memories by Tauer Perfumes / Eucalyptus 20, Jasmin 17, Lavande 20, and Patchouli 24 by Le Labo / Incense Rori by Amouage / Heliodose, Doliphor, and Ambilux by Marlou / Risvelium, Terroni, and Bergamask by Orto Parisi / Bubble Phase by Lily Davon / Oud Satin Mood by Maison Francis Kurkdijan / Cologne Cedrat, Neroli Oranger, Radical Rose, and Vanilla Powder by Matiere Premier / L'Oblio by Meo Fusciuni / Bois D'Argent by Christian Dior / Falling Trees by Régime des Fleurs / Bois D'Encens by Giorgio Armani / Molecule 01 by Escentric Molecules / L'Ame Perdue by Le Galion / Flaming Creature by Marissa Zappas / Grand Larceny, L'Ete, and French Flower by St Rose / Durban Jane by Maison d'ETTO / Scoville by Obvious Parfums / Casablanca Lily by ByredoThe Game:I'll Never Learn by Pearfat Parfum / Vigilante by St Rose / Patchouli in Rye Scents of Wood / Vermeil by Bienaimé / Five Squared by FZOTIC / Lys 41 by Le LaboPlease feel free to email us at hello@fragraphilia.com - Send us questions, comments, or recommendations. We can be found on TikTok and Instagram @fragraphilia

Conservationists are at odds with Fisheries New Zealand over a proposal to increase the commercial crayfish catch limit in the Eastern North Island. Fisheries New Zealand's proposing to increase the commercial catch limit for the cray 2 area, including the Hauraki Gulf, Coromandel and Bay of Plenty, from 80 tonnes to either 90 or 100 tonnes. It said the crayfish population is now at a sustainable level following cuts to the catch limit in 2018. But surveys of the Hauraki Gulf and Coromandel found populations are still severely depleted, and its author believes Fisheries New Zealand have overestimated the species' recovery. Luka Forman has more.

John discusses the latest in the Coromandel Peninsula including tourist operators reporting a very successful summer season.

The residents of Coromandel are reeling after a fatal shooting on the 309 road yesterday.