Our lead story this week is “Local Government reform gets closer”. After the meetings tomorrow, we will know the outcome of the merger. Inside, Constables Dylan and Tim bring us a report on the happenings in our towns. An interesting and, at times, comical read! A Short & Sweet column and an article to grab the attention of the star-gazers out there, rounds off the issue. Another 6-pager, due to some extra advertising. Check them out!

Our lead story this week brings news of Tairua Senior Rugby team’s championship win! Well done to all! Inside, there’s a piece about how the Pepe Bridge replacement is proceeding, a report about how Tairua’s Business Association is looking to the future, and a column of Short & Sweet to round off the issue. This issue, being 6 pages this week, might just last your whole cup of tea. ''

Our lead story this week is about Tairua’s Senior Rugby team - winners of the semi-final round after their game on Saturday. Finals are next Saturday, against the Cobras - time and venue to be decided. Inside, there’s a call to have your say in TCDC’s spatial plan. A meeting in Pauanui next Monday may help you to form your feedback.

Our lead story this week talks about the special event that launched the Pepe Bridge replacement project. Inside, 3 snippets of Short ’n’ Sweet bring some news and include local rugby, “Buy Local” and Johnny’s Tairua’s “Toastie Takeover” competition entry, which is sure to put us “on the map”.

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!