Learn about "weird worlds" with visiting UK astronomer Chris Lintott
The Royal Astronomical Society of New Zealand, Wellington Astronomical Society and Wairarapa Dark Sky Reserve Association invite you to an evening talking "Weird Worlds" with Chris Lintott.
Chris will share how you can find exoplanets from your sofa!
Chris describes himself as a distractible astronomer who specialises in galaxy formation, machine learning including anomaly detection, and occasional planet hunting. These projects usually make use of the Zooniverse citizen science platform, working in collaboration with more than two million volunteers around the world.
Chris is also an author, a broadcaster for the BBC's long-running Sky at Night programme. THIS IS A FREE EVENT. THURSDAY, JUNE 15, 2023 AT 7 PM, Royal; Hotel Featherston
Poll: When should the tree go up? 🎄
From what we've heard, some Christmas trees are already being assembled and decorated.
What are your thoughts on the best time to get your Christmas tree up?
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4.6% Second half of November
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43.4% 1st December
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17.6% A week before Christmas
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33.2% Whenever you wish
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1.1% Other - I'll share below
Poll: Should all neighbours have to contribute to improvements?
An Auckland court has ruled a woman doesn’t have to contribute towards the cost of fixing a driveway she shares with 10 neighbours.
When thinking about fences, driveways or tree felling, for example, do you think all neighbours should have to pay if the improvements directly benefit them?
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82.8% Yes
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14.6% No
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2.6% Other - I'll share below
What's your favourite tomato recipe?
Kia ora neighbours. We know your tomato plants are still growing, but we're looking ahead to the harvest already! If you've got a family recipe for tomatoes, we'd love to see it and maybe publish it in our magazine to share with our readers. Send your recipe to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz, and if we use it in the mag, you will receive a free copy of our February 2025 issue.
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