Winter Woolly Bird Count 2021
In conjunction with local artist Wonky Stitches NZ, we’re inviting you to join us for a unique all-ages bird counting event on Saturday 12 June.
Don your winter woollies, grab your binoculars, and bring your friends and whānau for a scavenger hunt around the Lower Hutt CBD to find these uniquely created yarn birds. Pick up a map and start your hunt at the War Memorial Library, 12 June, 10AM-4PM.
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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22.2% No
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1% 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.
Public Transport fares face 70% increase..
Wellington region users says increases to public transport fares of more than 70 percent would be "ludicrous", and would lead to them working from home more often, or taking the car rather than the bus.
www.rnz.co.nz... his iary 4994/fare-deal-public-transport-users-say-price-hike-would-be-ludicrous
Where is our MP in all of this? Will he raise his voice, within his party, and help protect our community?