July 1, 2026 – Page 2 – The Valley Profile

Ngatea's crochet Christmas tree. Photo: SUPPLIED

Unravelled for a good cause

Post author:Alice Parminter
Post published:July 1, 2026
Post category:News

It’s the end of an era for Ngatea - the town’s iconic crochet Christmas tree has been decommissioned. Ngatea’s Crochet Christmas tree, made from thousands of crocheted squares, has been the…

A Forest and Bird map showing areas potentially eligible for economic development, exchange or disposal under the proposed Conservation Amendment Bill. Image: FOREST AND BIRD

Development vs conservation: amendment bill concerns

Post author:Alice Parminter
Post published:July 1, 2026
Post category:News

Thames conservation activists celebrated a win at last week’s public meeting addressing the controversial Conservation Amendment Bill, but say pressure on the government needs to remain high.The June 25 meeting…

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