Porirua mall hosts Diwali celebrations this weekend
North City Mall is the place to celebrate Diwal this weekend.
From 12 noon to 2pm on both days, Diwali activities at the mall will feature cultural performances including traditional classical dances, bhangra, Bollywood zumba, music, henna painting and art work, rangoli, Indian sweets and snacks, and lucky draws.
Dignitaries expected to attend include India’s High Commissioner to New Zealand, Muktesh Pardeshi,
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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22.3% No
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1.4% 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.