Early Christmas cheer in Richmond
Hi Neighbours: Large Christmas decorations on the front lawn of the Oxford Court Motel in Richmond are providing a colourful non-Covid talking point for residents out for daily exercise during lockdown. Manager Loui Hornell said he and his "Christmas-mad" wife Kristina Hornell, had been umming and ahing since the start of the level 4 lockdown about whether to put up some of the bright decorations. Kristina had also put up their own Christmas tree inside, he said. Have you put up any Christmas decorations yet?
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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21.6% No
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1.5% 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.