
Operation Attend: Free food hampers for families of kids missing school
Free food hampers and a sympathetic ear are on offer to East Auckland families whose kids are missing school.
It’s a joint initiative between a local charity and police, who have previously raised concerns about low attendance rates in Glenn Innes.
“Some families are struggling,” says Sergeant Rhys Smith, who works on youth aid for the Auckland City East district.

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Poll: Is street parking fair game?
Some people are frustrated by their neighbours or neighbour's friends parking on the street outside their house. This means they have to park further away themselves.
Do you think it is inconsiderate to park directly outside a neighbour's house on the road? Or do you think street parking is fair game?
Share your thoughts below.

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66.1% Yes, street parks belong to no one
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31.7% No, it's inconsiderate
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2.1% Other - I'll share below

Do you have a great recipe for pears?
Kia ora neighbours. We give away free copies to readers whose recipes are used in our magazine, and we're still on the hunt for pear recipes! Send your family's favourite way to use up this delicious fruit, to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz, by the end of this week . If we use it in the mag, you will receive a free copy of the April issue.
