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University of Waikato boss referred to new medical school as a 'present' for future National government". [www.rnz.co.nz...
Mr Quigley and the National Party are playing very loose with taxpayers' money and political neutrality of universities, and probably with the Reserve Bank, considering he is the Chair of our incredibly powerful but 'politically neutral' [ho ho ho] central bank.
He's probably sucking in more than $500,000 from taxpayers' pockets as double dip salaries. Makes me wonder how many other taxpayer funded trough feeders there are. Is this allowed / ethical/ legal?
It's probably not regarded as corruption by the State Services Commissioner and TEAC but if it walks like a duck and quacks like a duck it does make me wonder. Just asking.
Poll: How should Guy Fawkes be celebrated?
While it is a fun occasion, fireworks on Guy Fawkes Night has caused much conflict over the years, upsetting our pets and disrupting the sleep of neighbours.
How should we celebrate Guy Fawkes Night? Vote in our poll and share your thoughts below.
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28.6% With a city-wide public fireworks display
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19.7% Small fireworks displays in each community
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7.8% Keep it as is
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33% We shouldn't celebrate it!
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10.5% Anything but fireworks
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0.4% Other - I'll share below
What's your favourite recipe for gooseberry?
Love gooseberries? Share your favourite way to enjoy them. We're looking for our readers' favourite family recipes for this delicious crop. Send yours to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz, and if we use it in the magazine, you will receive a free copy of our December 2024 issue.
Small grey rabbit found
A small grey rabbit seems to be living at our place quite a bit in Coleridge place. We have been unable to catch it but it leaves plenty of evidence around that it's here. 2 children recently enquired about their lost rabbit but have lost their details.
Please contact if you have lost a rabbit