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Kia ora, neighbours!
Did you miss us? We’re excited to be back on this platform after a bit of a hiatus.
The Western Bay is a happening place! So we'll be posting all things news, events and consultation opportunities to make sure you don't miss out. Stay tuned for some cool topics coming up.
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Have a good weekend,
The Western Bay Team
Poll: Should drivers retake the theory test every 10 years?
Drivers get where they need to go, but sometimes it seems that we are all abiding by different road rules (for example, the varying ways drivers indicate around a roundabout).
Do you think drivers should be required to take a quick driving theory test every 10 years?
Vote in the poll and share any road rules that you've seen bent! 😱
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48.8% Yes
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49.3% No
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1.9% Other - I'll share below
Here's Friday's Fizzler!
I can be written, I can be spoken, I can be exposed, I can be broken. What am I?
Do you think you know the answer to our daily riddle? Don't spoil it for your neighbours! Simply 'Like' this post and we'll post the answer in the comments below at 2pm.
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Te Wiki o te Reo Māori (Māori Language Week)
For Te Wiki o te Reo Māori (Māori Language Week) check out Te Ara Whānui app developed in partnership with Bay of Plenty NZ.
Te Ara Whānui app is an educational tool designed to provide a starting point where you can discover history, language, customs, and the significant sites of Tauranga Moana all in one place. With an interactive map of hapū, areas of interest, a customised pepeha builder, waiata, karakia, and more, you can unlock the rich culture and heritage of Tauranga Moana.
The app is available to download on Google Play and the App Store – search Te Ara Whānui.
To find out more, visit www.tauranga.govt.nz...