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Paeroa’s iconic L&P bottle is sporting a new look. Photo: ALICE PARMINTER

Fizzy makeover for iconic Paeroa bottle

Post author:Staff Reporter
Post published:April 21, 2026
Post category:News

For the first time in its 119-year history, Aotearoa’s iconic soft drink, L&P, is swapping its signature brown plastic bottle for clear. To mark the milestone, the seven-metre-tall bottle statue…

Upgrade for Karaka Trail

Post author:Staff Reporter
Post published:March 18, 2026
Post category:News Rural

Years of persistence, fundraising and hard work have paid off again for the Thames Mountain Bike Club, with another major stage of the Karaka Trail upgrade now complete.This latest section…

Jewel Lynham’s works will be on show during March at Thames Art Gallery. Photos: SUPPLIED

Art to evoke curiosity

Post author:Staff Reporter
Post published:March 2, 2026
Post category:Features News

“I want my work to evoke a curiosity that extends beyond the eye alone.”That’s what acrylic self-taught artist Jewel Lynham seeks.People will have the opportunity to view Jewel’s paintings on…

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