Do you think SkyCity should have been allowed more pokie machines?
A move to swap three blackjack tables for 60 gaming machines at Hamilton's SkyCity casino has been turned down.
The Gambling Commission wouldn't allow the swap, saying it would mean "an increase in oportunities for casino gambling".
Read more here. What do you think about the decision?
‘Devastated’ Lake Taupō Aqua Park owners first casualty of gold clams
The owners of a once popular water park are “absolutely devastated” after becoming the first casualty of freshwater gold clams in the Waikato region.
Lake Taupō Aqua Park will permanently close as a way to ensure the elimination of freshwater clams after being temporarily shuttered in March when Biosecurity New Zealand discovered the presence of the invasive species in the lagoon.
Childrens Arts Therapy
Our focus this term is children aged 5yrs to 8yrs for personal growth and creative well being in a safe & happy environment. Your child will play, stretch their imagination, and expand their creativity.
Starts Wednesday 12th February - 2nd April
4pm - 5.30pm
$85 for the term, 8 x weeks
5 - 9 years old
Book here - www.artsforhealth.co.nz...
Pamela’s Kiwi food tour
Pamela, a resident of Bert Sutcliffe Village, has a passion for good food, great company, and exploring new places. A seasoned traveller and cruising enthusiast, Pamela has sailed to numerous destinations, sampling local cuisines along the way.
Closer to home, alongside her son-in-law and daughter, she has discovered a variety of restaurants that showcase the diversity of New Zealand’s culinary scene. Whether you’re planning a road trip, dreaming about your next cruise, or simply searching for a great dining spot, these are Pamela’s top food recommendations to inspire your next adventure.
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