What skills are at risk of being lost in our communities?
With universities starting up last week, so brings first-time flatters trying their hand at cooking for the first time. In 2020, 27% of a household’s weekly budget was spent on takeaways so it’s no wonder that cooking is becoming a bit of a lost art.
Alongside sewing and knitting, what other vital skills do you think are at risk of being lost?
Share your thoughts below for the We Say You Say column in the local paper - write NFP if you want your comments excluded.
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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83% Yes
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14.4% No
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2.6% Other - I'll share below
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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17.7% A week before Christmas
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33.3% Whenever you wish
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1.1% Other - I'll share below
Christmas with Johnny Angel as Elvis
The Memories of Elvis Fan Club are celebrating Christmas with Johnny Angel (Pacific Elvis) at the Glen Eden RSA on Saturday 7th December. Tickets only $20 and are on sale at the Glen Eden RSA or reserve through Jackie 0274901126. Bring your smile, your dancing shoes and be ready to have fun. Wear something Christmassy to be in the spirit. Start time is 7.30pm.