 
Te Aroha News
17 February 2010
Cycle trail backers push ahead despite initial knock back
Supporters of a cycleway through Piako believe a lack of Government support may help the cause.
3 February 2010
Spas take step back in time with makeover
Te Aroha Mineral Spas is going back 100 years with an extensive $20,000 redevelopment almost complete.
9 December 2009
Te Aroha teens air concerns on TV
A teenage TV show filmed in Te Aroha goes to air next week.
Generation Why, filmed by SBI Productions for TV Central, covered topical issues for teens and young adults and included a panel debate.
2 December 2009
Centenarian going strong in Te Aroha
A remarkable Te Aroha resident turned 100 last Friday and turned up for work. Gordon Body was given a surprise birthday party by his colleagues and friends at the Salvation Army Family Store.
26 November 2009
Wrestling takes hold
Wrestling went down a treat with a big crowd at Te Aroha A&P Show last Saturday.
1 November 2009
Te Aroha trio spring into challenge
It was minus five and snowing when three Te Aroha women arrived to brave the terrain and weather in an all-women's adventure race in Nelson.
14 October 2009
They're in Heaven
The Auto One Aroha Cruise-In escaped the cold and wet, with the public coming out in their hundreds on Saturday to check out close to 500 vehicles in the central business district..
14 October 2009
Club celebrates 70 years - Party time at Te Aroha Club
Te Aroha Club’s long and colourful history will be remembered this weekend at its 70th birthday celebrations.
The club was born in premises in central Whitaker St, next to the Palace Hotel, thanks to the late Dr Dick Lawrence (Senior)..
28 August 2009
Stone Plant's History Debated by Council
Matamata-Piako District Council is debating whether a stone crushing plant is of historic significance and worth spending $25,000 of ratepayers' money on..
19 August 2009
Postshop Best in New Zealand
Te Aroha Postshop / Kiwibank has taken out the New Zealand Customer Service Award..
19 August 2009
Building Up To National Competition
Te Aroha's Linda Hart and Jordan Kaiki muscled their way to first and third place in their respective categories at the National Amateur Body Building Association's Waikato championships..
27 July 2009
Indoor Bowler Believes In Starting Them Young
A misconception about indoor bowls is that it is a sport for the older generation. But Neville Lowe said more and more young people are getting involved..
9 July 2009
Firefighter Having a Ball
Australian firefighter Sue Waters arrived in Piako on Saturday and says she does not want to leave..
29 June 2009
Its all eyes on Matariki in July
Te Aroha i-Site and Te Aroha College will see Matariki in this year. I-Site and the college have joined forces to encourage people to bring in the new Maori year by bringing astronomer Frank Andrews to the college to talk about Matariki..
28 May 2009
Apprentices Graduate
Apprenticeships are more important than ever, says Matamata-Piako Mayor Hugh Vercoe. "We need qualified people to help lead the way forward in the district."..
20 May 2009
CAB seeks volunteers, full training provided
Te Aroha Citizens Advice Bureau is calling for volunteers. The organisation provides the community with free, confidential advice and information. Co-ordinator Shirley Gillard said people only have to volunteer three hours every two weeks..
8 May 2009
St John station upgrade under way
After a long gestation period, three designers, one engineer, and many discussions with the district council, renovations are now under way at the St John Ambulance station in Te Aroha..
1 May 2009
Classic Wedding
Married in St Mark’s Church, they then headed through town in a horse-drawn carriage to an afternoon tea/reception in Domain House. The wedding followed a 1920s theme, with the service conducted by Rev Ian Harrop, priest’s assistant at St Mark’s..
22 April 2009
Band Taking David Places
From Waihou Primary to the Darkside Club in Finland, it's been some sort of musical journey for David Langlands. The bass guitarist from Piako is on a world tour with Australian doom metal outfit The Eternal. They are due to play tonight in Helsinki..
7 April 2009
Brigade, Hospital Benefit from Fish Auction
Te Aroha Club donated $600 to Te Aroha Volunteer Fire Brigade and Te Aroha and District Community Hospital. The money was raised from the club's annual fish auction last month. "We decided to give each organisation $600 to be fair," communications officer Dave Willetts said. "They both do so much for the community."..
26 March 2009
Successful race day
Te Aroha Domain was a hive of activity at the weekend. Te Aroha Mountain Biking Club’s inaugural Mt Te Aroha Goat Challenge on Saturday attracted great feedback, said president Allan Turner. "We had about 40 riders in the main event and plenty of children who brought their bikes for fun," he said..
26 March 2009
Dragoons and ducks add to fun at A Day in the Domain..
People came as far as Hamilton for Te Aroha's annual A Day in the Domain. Over 50 stalls catering for all ages lured over 2000 people through the gates. Previously run by the Piako Community Arts Council, A Day in the Domain had been taken over by a new committee who were extremely happy with how the day went.
19 March 2009
Te Aroha Domain Comes Alive
The wait is almost over for an event filled weekend in Te Aroha. Te Aroha Mountain Biking Club is hosting its inaugural Mt Te Aroha Goat Challenge on Saturday and the Day in the Domain committee will host the annual A Day in the Domain on Sunday..
11 March 2009
Tui Pa Marae
Preparations for the renovations of Tui Pa Marae in Te Aroha are almost complete. The marae on Tui Pa Rd will be restored to its former glory with the help of Marae DIY, a renovation show on Maori Television. Spokesperson Jill Taylor said they have received great support from the people in Te Aroha..
6 March 2009
Cobras
Eric Hancock and John Carter are two of Cobras' true pioneers. From the ashes of the old Te Aroha United club, Mr Hancock and the late Paul Carroll set up COB..
19 February 2009
German film crew fall for Te Aroha
Te Aroha has received rave reviews from a visiting international film crew. About 60 cast and crew members were in town from Wednesday to Monday to shoot scenes for a German television movie..
11 February 2009
Much-Needed Makeover
A forgotten marae is calling on the people of Te Aroha to band together and help restore it to its former glory. Tui Pa Marae on Tui Pa Rd is about to undergo renovations with the help of Marae DIY, a renovation show on Maori Television.
Spokesperson Jill Taylor said they had already started work on the front gates..
28 January 2009
Paddle Boat
The Waihou River could again become a transport artery through the district.
Barree Spoule, owner of paddleboat Otunui, is looking to establish a river link between Te Aroha and Matamata, reminiscent of farming pioneer Josiah Firth..
13 January 2009
Tutor awarded QSM
A woman who came to Te Aroha “for a rest” was recognized in the New Years Honours list. Lynne Renwick, co-ordinator and head tutor at Future Te Aroha, received the Queens Service Medal (QSM) for service to theatre and youth..
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