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Eden Terrace shops to receive support curbing pollution

Ripu Bhatia Reporter from Community News

A new programme will help educate Eden Terrace businesses about their impact on local waterways.

The Industrial Pollution Prevention Programme, funded by the Waitematā Local Board, will advise businesses in the suburb on improved practices to reduce the risk of waterway pollution.

Eden Terrace hosts a variety of businesses including retail shops and fitness centres; but the programme will have a particular focus on hospitality and industrial businesses in the area.

Staff from Auckland Council will visit the businesses to discuss potential issues around waterway pollution and to provide waste minimisation advice and spill training.

If changes to business practice are identified to improve waterway protection, recommendations will be developed for the business followed by a check-in to see how they are doing.

Local board chair Richard Northey said the ultimate vision of the programme is for healthy, thriving freshwater systems.

“If we can support local businesses to be aware of, and to mitigate, their impact on waterways, we’ll go a long way towards protecting our freshwater and improving aquatic ecosystems,” he said.

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Poll: How do you feel about dogs being allowed indoors in cafes?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

For most of us, seeing a friendly doggo while out and about instantly brings a smile to our faces. But how do you feel about cafes welcoming pups inside?

Cast a vote and share your thoughts below.

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How do you feel about dogs being allowed indoors in cafes?
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  • 32.2% Only in designated areas
    32.2% Complete
  • 40.4% No, it should be outdoors only.
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Cindy from Freemans Bay

The man who was supposed to come & help my over 70 cousin has never turned up. My cousin only needs light help in her small garden for 2 hours a week,she has new gloves & it will be regular work hours.She will pay $70 for those 2 hours each week.Cindy