Volunteers Needed
Bucklands Beach Yacht club is looking for Volunteers to help with Have a Go Sailing for the schools. This is a very rewarding volunteer position and any help you can give will be really appreciated. Volunteers will help the coaches with set up and pack up and during the session in the safety boats whilst helping the kids have a go at sailing in our fleet of optimists. The First session starts next Monday from 8am to 12.30pm and times and days varies with tide. If your available to help even if it's just for one or two days this will be fantastic. Please email coach@bbyc.org.nz if you are keen to volunteer and for the full schedule of dates and times for volunteering.
Georgina's Rhubarb Crumble
Craving a dessert that makes the most of spring's fresh produce? Look no further than Georgina's signature Rhubarb Crumble.
This delicious treat has become a favourite at Ryman’s Bert Sutcliffe Village, where the sweet and tangy aroma often wafts through the air, tempting neighbours in for a taste. It’s also a hit with Georgina's 13-year-old granddaughter, Brooklyn, who loves serving it warm with gooey custard or a scoop of melting vanilla ice cream.
Click read more for the recipe.
Poll: Do you think banning gang patches is reasonable?
With the government cracking down on gangs, it is now illegal for gang members to display their insignia in public places whether through clothing or their property.
This means arrests can be made if these patches are worn in places like restaurants, shops, on public transport or ferries, and on airplanes. Arrests were made recently at a funeral.
Do you think this ban is reasonable?
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76.2% Yes
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22.4% No
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1.4% Other - I'll share below
What's your favourite recipe for courgettes?
Kia ora neighbours. If you've got a family recipe for courgettes, we'd love to see it and maybe publish it in our magazine. Send your recipe to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz, and if we use it in the mag, you will receive a free copy of our January 2025 issue.