The race is on
Kia ora neighbours,
Exciting news! A total of 58 people have put their pōtae (hat) in the ring to represent the Western Bay. Check out who has put their names forward below.
What now? A couple things.
We'll be hosting Candidate Debates where candidates will go toe-to-toe on the hard-hitting topics. You can check the line-up out on our website.
Key dates:
?Enrolled voters in the Western Bay can expect to receive their voting packs in the post from Friday, 16 September.
?Voting will close at midday Saturday, 8 October with preliminary results expected to be announced early afternoon.
?Official results will be available by 14-19 October.
Well done to everyone who put themselves out there and embarking on the first steps of becoming a changemaker for your community!
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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77.3% Yes
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21.8% No
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0.9% 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.
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If eleven plus two equals one, what does nine plus five equal?
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