Should the council spend rate payers' money fighting hotel development?
Hi nieghbours,
The future of a planned eight storey hotel in Taupō's CBD is headed into the courtroom in the new year.
Mediation, facilitated by the Environment Court, between developer Cypress Capital Investments Ltd and the Taupō District Council, and involving others as interested parties, has ended with no announcement of an agreement acceptable to all.
So the matter will now be decided by the Environment Court.
READ MORE here.
Should do you think the council spend rate payers' money fighting hotel development?
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.
The tiger who came to tea
Trays are such a useful item to have in the home – they are obviously great for serving food and drinks, particularly breakfast in bed! Find out how to create your own with Resene wallpaper and Resene Colorwood wood stain with these easy step by step instructions.
Poll: Do you think NZ should ban social media for youth?
The Australian Prime Minister has expressed plans to ban social media use for children.
This would make it illegal for under 16-year-olds to have accounts on platforms including TikTok, Instagram, Facebook and X.
Social media platforms would be tasked with ensuring children have no access (under-age children and their parents wouldn’t be penalised for breaching the age limit)
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Do you think NZ should follow suit? Vote in our poll and share your thoughts below.
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84.5% Yes
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14% No
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1.5% Other - I'll share below