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2672 days ago

Roads update

Communications team from Hastings District Council

1.22pm: Update on snow impact on roads
TAIHAPE Rd remains closed today and will be closed overnight, from the Kaweka Forestry headquarters to the end of the road on the Rangitikei side. Residents are able to get to their homes beyond the closure however there is no access at all beyond the last home. The closure points are being manned during daylight hours.
POHOKURA Rd is closed from Lake Opouahe (Tutira) to Waitara Rd.
PUKETITIRI Rd is closed to all but residents at Hawkston Road intersection because of slippery surface driving conditions – light snow covering. The close point is being manned during the day.
NZTA's website continues to show that the Napier-Taupo Rd (SH5) is closed.
All road users are being advised to take extra care on all roads due to the winter conditions.
The next update will after 4pm; or if conditions change.

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Brain Burn Alert! Today’s Riddle Will Make You Think Twice!

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20 days ago

What's your favourite recipe for gooseberry?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Love gooseberries? Share your favourite way to enjoy them. We're looking for our readers' favourite family recipes for this delicious crop. Send yours to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz, and if we use it in the magazine, you will receive a free copy of our December 2024 issue.

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1 day ago

Poll: How should Guy Fawkes be celebrated?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

While it is a fun occasion, fireworks on Guy Fawkes Night has caused much conflict over the years, upsetting our pets and disrupting the sleep of neighbours.

How should we celebrate Guy Fawkes Night? Vote in our poll and share your thoughts below.

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How should Guy Fawkes be celebrated?
  • 28.4% With a city-wide public fireworks display
    28.4% Complete
  • 20.4% Small fireworks displays in each community
    20.4% Complete
  • 7.7% Keep it as is
    7.7% Complete
  • 32.7% We shouldn't celebrate it!
    32.7% Complete
  • 10.5% Anything but fireworks
    10.5% Complete
  • 0.4% Other - I'll share below
    0.4% Complete
1900 votes