Severe weather warning - strong winds to end the school holidays
A front is expected to move east across New Zealand today and during Friday morning bringing a burst of heavy rain to many areas. The heaviest falls are expected in northwest Nelson where a heavy rain warning is now in force.
Strong wind gusts could damage trees, powerlines and unsecured structures. Driving may be hazardous, especially for high-sided vehicles and motorcycles.
A severe gale warning is now in force for exposed parts of Marlborough, Wellington and Taranaki.
Valid: 15 hours from 9:00am Friday to 12:00am Saturday
Forecast: Southerly gales, severe gusting 120 km/h in exposed places.
Poll: Should drivers retake the theory test every 10 years?
Drivers get where they need to go, but sometimes it seems that we are all abiding by different road rules (for example, the varying ways drivers indicate around a roundabout).
Do you think drivers should be required to take a quick driving theory test every 10 years?
Vote in the poll and share any road rules that you've seen bent! 😱
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50.2% Yes
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47.9% No
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1.9% Other - I'll share below
Here's Wednesday's whodunit!
I am heavy forward, but backward, I’m not. What am I?
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Poll: What does 'Kei te pēhea koe' mean?
Te Wiki o te Reo Māori (Maori Language Week) is upon us and we always love to get involved.
Add your vote to the poll and share a phrase in te Reo Māori below to be in to win a $25 Prezzy card.
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4.5% You are finally here
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86.5% How are you (feeling)?
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1.6% There are two fish
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7.4% Pass the salt, please
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