Local Cartoonist, Alan Benge's Latest Paintings
Alan Benge's cartoons are great BUT did you know that Alan is also a wonderful artist, check out these local paintings, they can be viewed at Artspace Gallery on the Petone Foreshore. Well done Alan, we're looking forward to see more. Also, if you haven't got a copy of his cartoon book and would like a healthy laugh, come and check out if you of your neighbourhood is featured in it. I get a good laugh each time I see his cartoon of our gallery and see the elderly lady heading back to Bob Scott with her shopping trolley full of paintings. :)
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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76.3% Yes
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22.4% No
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1.3% 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.
Age Concern Christmas Social Hubs for the Hutt Valley
Meri Kirihimete - Merry Christmas
Come and join our fun Christmas Hubs:
Upper Hutt - Te Kupenga o Rongomai - Maidstone Sports Centre, Wednesday 11th Dec at 12pm featuring the Hutt Ukulele Orchestra.
Lower Hutt - Walter Nash Centre, Thursday 12 December 1:30pm