Severe weather watch - Strong winds
A pair of warm and cold fronts are expected to move east to affect the South Island from Saturday afternoon to Sunday, bringing a period of heavy rain to the west of the South Island, and strong northwesterly winds to the south and east of the South Island.
Area: All Otago
Valid: 8 hours from 5:00pm Saturday to 1:00am Sunday
Forecast: Northwesterly winds may approach severe gale in exposed places at times.
Area: Fiordland, Southland (including Stewart Island) and Clutha
Valid: 8 hours from 2:00pm to 10:00pm Saturday
Forecast: Northwesterly winds may approach severe gale in exposed places at times.
Poll: Is it rude to talk on the phone on a bus?
Buses can be a relaxing way to get home if you have a seat and enough space. However, it can be off-putting when someone is taking a phone call next to you.
Do you think it's inconsiderate for people to have lengthy phone calls on a bus? Vote in the poll, and add your comments below.
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0% Yes
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0% No
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0% 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.
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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29% With a city-wide public fireworks display
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20.3% Small fireworks displays in each community
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7.5% Keep it as is
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32.6% We shouldn't celebrate it!
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10% Anything but fireworks
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0.5% Other - I'll share below