Thames Land Subsidence Greatly Enlarges Sea Flooding Areas?
San Francisco Subsidence Study Suggests We Are Grossly Underestimating the Risk to Thames
A new US study says when land subsidence is considered areas at risk of sea flooding could be twice what had been estimated from sea level rise only. Some San Francisco suburbs are sinking at 10mm per year because they are built on natural mud deposits or are landfill sites that are still compacting. On Thames’ foreshore we have closely matching mud deposits, landfill conditions and even higher rates of subsidence. So, it is highly likely we are grossly underestimating the risk of coastal flooding to our township.
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Vandalism is costing ratepayers - what can be done to better protect our public spaces?
Vandals have repeatedly damaged public amenities across the Waikato District, leaving ratepayers to pick up the bill. So far in 2025, the cost has climbed to nearly $123,000, reports the Waikato Times.
The council is urging residents to report vandalism as soon as possible.
If you witness vandalism in progress, please contact the police immediately.
We want to know: Do you have ideas on how we can better protect our public spaces?
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