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Myrtle rust is a fungus that can destroy our native and taonga trees such as pōhutukawa, mānuka, kānuka and rātā. It also attacks feijoa trees. Severe infestations can kill affected plants and have long-term impacts on the regeneration of young plants and seedlings.
And it’s now in New … View moreMyrtle rust is a fungus that can destroy our native and taonga trees such as pōhutukawa, mānuka, kānuka and rātā. It also attacks feijoa trees. Severe infestations can kill affected plants and have long-term impacts on the regeneration of young plants and seedlings.
And it’s now in New Zealand – sightings have been reported in Kerikeri in Northland, Waitara in Taranaki and Te Kuiti in Waikato.
If you see it, DO NOT TOUCH OR DISTURB THE PLANT. Please take a photo and call us immediately on 0800 80 99 66.
To find out more about the invasive Myrtle rust fungus please visit www.mpi.govt.nz/myrtlerust
Received this today from team@actionstation.org.nz
We won! You were amongst the 32,337 who demanded a thaw of Radio New Zealand’s funding, today the melt has begun.
It's just over a month since we delivered our petition to Parliament, and today the Government responded with a $2.85m … View moreReceived this today from team@actionstation.org.nz
We won! You were amongst the 32,337 who demanded a thaw of Radio New Zealand’s funding, today the melt has begun.
It's just over a month since we delivered our petition to Parliament, and today the Government responded with a $2.85m funding boost in the budget announced earlier this afternoon! 1
People power has prevailed in this case. The quality independent journalism that RNZ delivers is crucial to maintain our democracy. The Government has finally done something to recognise this.
But, it doesn’t go as far as we’d hoped. Dr Peter Thompson, from the Coalition for Better Broadcasting recently calculated that RNZ is now underfunded by $14m a year. 2
When you compare this boost to the $60 million per year the Government has committed to attracting Hollywood Producers, it does make you wonder about priorities. 3
While we celebrate the $2.85m boost there’s still much more work to do.
References:
1. Budget 2017 at a glance, RNZ, 25 May 2017
2. RNZ:'Every ice age ends', Newsroom, 23 May 2017
3. Hunt for the Funding-people, Māori TV, 23 May 2017
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You may remember the TV news item 12 April 2017 where the 32,000 signature petition was presented to opposition MPs, in a big block of ice. The government declined to accept it.
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The small $2.85m funding boost, will soon be used up to pay the rent on the Auckland building they no longer own. During the eight year funding freeze, the Government said they had to sell it.
The Budget is the usual ‘minimum change, maximum headline’ stunt. Remember, the finance minister was their election campaign manager - he knows all these techniques.
RNZ listenership has risen dramatically. See their Annual Report:
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So the people like it, even if the Govt doesn't.
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This is worth six minutes of your time: "The Fix Is In"
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After a five-year drought of large scale new shows, the classic and timeless songs of Abba will soon…
Hi all,
Thank you so much for sharing your concerns, story ideas, responses, and kind words to my message. We have had a lot more responses than we expected, so I won't be able to respond to every message right away. But over the next week, we'll aim to be in touch with those we feel we… View moreHi all,
Thank you so much for sharing your concerns, story ideas, responses, and kind words to my message. We have had a lot more responses than we expected, so I won't be able to respond to every message right away. But over the next week, we'll aim to be in touch with those we feel we could do a story or some kind of follow up.
Thanks again,
Annette - Whangarei Leader
Nostalgia is as hot these days as a steaming Georgie Pie straight from the oven. (Just make sure you…
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How exciting - with some great input and support from the Neighbourly Team our listings are now available to view through our Neighbourly page - just click on the Listings link to check out our new properties.
The Whangarei District Council has been give an AA credit rating - the highest credit rating possib…
Good in the Hood is your chance to support local groups in your neighbourhood. Right across New Zealand, groups of all sizes and from a variety of backgrounds are meeting different needs in their communities. So next time you’re at your local Z, remember to vote and … View moreGood in the Hood is your chance to support local groups in your neighbourhood. Right across New Zealand, groups of all sizes and from a variety of backgrounds are meeting different needs in their communities. So next time you’re at your local Z, remember to vote and help a group do good in your hood.
We have 4 cu m left of split gum firewood, it is in approx 400mm lengths, up to 500mm so check it will fit in your firebox. Open fireplaces should be fine. 2 cu m is a full trailer and cage and will set you back $180 if you live within 5km of Old Loop Road, out the back of Kamo. If further … View moreWe have 4 cu m left of split gum firewood, it is in approx 400mm lengths, up to 500mm so check it will fit in your firebox. Open fireplaces should be fine. 2 cu m is a full trailer and cage and will set you back $180 if you live within 5km of Old Loop Road, out the back of Kamo. If further afield I can still deliver but it will cost $1 per km extra. Or you are welcome to collect the wood yourselves in 1 cu m amounts (up to 4 cu m) for $80 per m.
www.fromthefarm.co.nz is a new website for anyone to use freely to list or source fresh produce on.
It is simple to use and effective. Take time to try it, as a grower I really recommend it.
A Northland petrol station has been ordered to pay $28,500 for committing serious breaches of employ…
A big THANKS to all our customers - Canstar Blue have just awarded Electric Kiwi the 2017 Most Satisfied Customers Award – Electricity Retailers.
If you are also interested in guaranteed savings, no contracts, awesome online service and one hour of free power every day,
then jump on over … View moreA big THANKS to all our customers - Canstar Blue have just awarded Electric Kiwi the 2017 Most Satisfied Customers Award – Electricity Retailers.
If you are also interested in guaranteed savings, no contracts, awesome online service and one hour of free power every day,
then jump on over and see why a smaller smarter power company could be better for you.
Sounds like a good scheme that would be simple and relatively cheap to set up. What do you think?
A pilot recycling project which could see an end to household batteries being dumped into landfill sites needs the community's help to get off the ground.
Batteries are classed as hazardous… View moreSounds like a good scheme that would be simple and relatively cheap to set up. What do you think?
A pilot recycling project which could see an end to household batteries being dumped into landfill sites needs the community's help to get off the ground.
Batteries are classed as hazardous waste because they contain lead, mercury and cadmium. Currently many are ending up in the Puwera landfill ...
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