1142 days ago

Southern Landfill / Carey Gully landfill extension(or not)

Carl from Brooklyn Residents Association Incorporated

Southern landfill - seeking an extension to the Resource consent. Manty of you will be familiar with our ongoing commentary about he three landfills located to the south of Brooklyn - between Brooklyn and Owhiro Bay. Two are privately run on (mostly) council (ie ratepayer) land. But the main one is the WCC run and managed Careys Gully/Southern Landfill. It resource consent runs out in 2025 and the council is going to the community seeking guidance and clarity here. There are five options ranging from: simply continuing with it to closing the landfill completely. I suspect most will reluctantly want the landfill to continue but now is an ideal opportunity to advocate for tighter operational controls - fitting with what we do in the twenty first century - and then look to the other two landfills where there Resource Consents will be coming up for review and renewal in the next year or so.

Below is the link to the discussion webpage.

www.letstalk.wellington.govt.nz...

Find attached email received by GBRAI from WCC Ops. Note the Thursday 14th zoom meeting...

"Kia ora,

On Thursday 14 October, the Infrastructure Committee will meet to discuss next steps for residual waste. The agenda for this meeting is now online.

Please note that since we last emailed you, an alternative approach for residual waste disposal decisions has been proposed. You can read more about this in the agenda document.

How to stay informed. You are welcome to attend the Infrastructure Committee via Zoom, and can apply to speak at the meeting if you wish. Find out more here.

The meeting will also be livestreamed on our YouTube channel.

We’ll be in touch with an update after the Infrastructure Committee. More information and Frequently Asked Questions are also available on the Let’s Talk website.

Thank you for your ongoing interest.

Emily Taylor-Hall
Manager, Waste Operations | Kaiwhakahaere Para Kore | Resilience & Sustainability | Wellington City Council

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38 minutes ago

Stoked - BBQ event this Saturday in Greytown 🥩

Denver Grenell from Destination Wairarapa

Whether you prefer your meat grilled, smoked, or slow-cooked, Stoked has something for every palate. Enjoy mouthwatering creations from local culinary stars, paired with exceptional drinks.

Dishing up the food: Martin Bosley’s Fish Shack, Fire Grill with Dale Keith, Travis Clive-Griffin from Fire Entice, Bicycle Kitchen. Pouring the drinks: Alexia Wines, Stoke Beer, Greytown Distilling Company Gin, and Happy Belly Ferments.

GA Tickets include:
- Your first Stoke beverage (alcoholic and non-alcoholic options available),
- Masterclass sessions including:
Elevate your BBQ game - tips for entertaining with Caleb Kloeg
Wine 101 - top matches for summer - hosted by Jane Cooper, Winemaker at Alexia Wines
Smokey Cocktails - hosted by Jaime Smylie, The White Swan
- Entry to the National Red Bandal Throwing Competition - great prizes for grabs including a Greytown Butcher Meat pack and Red Bandals - the ultimate summer footwear
- All day entertainment, music, lawn games
Chill zone - bean bags, fire pit, perfect for toasting homemade marshmallow slabs.

This Saturday 30 November 12:00 - 17:00 at Cobblestones Museum, Greytown.

Tickets at the link below.

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4 days ago

Poll: Should all neighbours have to contribute to improvements?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

An Auckland court has ruled a woman doesn’t have to contribute towards the cost of fixing a driveway she shares with 10 neighbours.

When thinking about fences, driveways or tree felling, for example, do you think all neighbours should have to pay if the improvements directly benefit them?

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Should all neighbours have to contribute to improvements?
  • 82.5% Yes
    82.5% Complete
  • 14.8% No
    14.8% Complete
  • 2.8% Other - I'll share below
    2.8% Complete
1627 votes
8 hours ago

Riddle Alert! Who’s Up for Some Brain-Busting Fun?

Riddler from The Neighbourly Riddler

4-letter word, always done tomorrow,
We’re out of tea, the ultimate sorrow!
Without the eye, you owe me some money,
No sugar no nectar no sweetness no honey,
4-letter word, if by chance you choose,
You can never win, you can only lose!
What is the 4-letter word?

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