Whose help have you appreciated during lockdown?
Hamilton parents are thanking the two carers who supported their son through his final days in the middle of a nationwide lockdown.
Hamish Taylor, 23, died the day after Anzac Day due to a genetic disease.
"As well as providing that personal care, [carers Paul Kumbuka and Marie Bennett] were also such a support to us. We could take an hour or two break," father Steve Taylor said.
Read more here. Whose help have you appreciated during lockdown?
In the photo are carer Marie Bennett with Austin Taylor - holding a photo of his late brother Hamish - and carer Paul Kumbuka.
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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76.9% Yes
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21.6% No
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1.5% 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.
Have you come across many roadworks sites recently?
The frustration of seeing a detour sign partway through your journey on the main highways possibly the new way forward when it comes to roadworks.
One of the latest areas to have a section of the road blocked off is State Highway 1 between Putāruru to Tokoroa as part of a massive renewal project that extends down to Waiouru.
Have you come across many roadworks sites recently?
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