Have you ever done a cleanup in your community?
For years former Waikato woman Anna Petchell would deal to the unholy mess at marinas when she worked on yachts around the world.
But New Zealand was a shock when she returned in 2019. “I had always said to people, no, New Zealand's a clean green place. We always get raised to pick up our rubbish,” she says. “And then I got home and I was like, it's terrible."
Have you ever done your own cleanup? Let us know in the comments. (Please add NFP if you don't want your comment to appear in print.)
Poll: Is the increase in disability parking fines fair?
In October, the fine for parking in a designated mobility car park without a permit has jumped from $150 to $750—a 400% increase!
The goal is to keep these spaces open for those who truly need them. Do you think this big increase in the fine is fair? Share your thoughts below.
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90.8% Yes, it's fair
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9.2% No, it's unreasonable
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0% Other - I'll share below
Only Geniuses Can Solve This Riddle— Are You One?
What is the longest single-syllable word in the English language?
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What's your favourite recipe for gooseberry?
Love gooseberries? Share your favourite way to enjoy them. We're looking for our readers' favourite family recipes for this delicious crop. Send yours to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz, and if we use it in the magazine, you will receive a free copy of our December 2024 issue.
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