24/12/2020: Have a Merry Christmas/Festive season and please stay safe...
On behalf of the Greater Brooklyn Residents association we warmly wish you all a safe, relaxing and happy Christmas and festive time. And that you stay safe as we want to engage with you in 2021. Especially in the water and especially around our southern coast.
And we are well looked after by our emergency services - in particular the Police Marine section active today rescuing a kayaker off the south coast...
"Maritime rescue at Red Rocks "
A person was rescued today today by the Police Maritime Unit on board the Lady Elizabeth IV after being swept out to sea in a kayak by wind and a strong current.
They had launched their kayak at Red Rocks and intended on fishing close to shore, however shortly after their kayak capsized a few hundred metres offshore.
They were swept further out to sea by strong local currents before they managed to get back on the kayak.
When they tried to paddle back to shore, the 25-knot offshore wind prevented them making any headway.
They then capsized again but managed to deploy the anchor to stop them being swept further out to sea.
They lost their handheld VHF during the capsize and crawled onto the upturned kayak.
Their cell phone was protected by a waterproof bag, but they were unable to call for help as there was no coverage in the area.
To top it off their life jacket had promptly deflated.
Luckily a keen-eyed person on top of the hills noticed them struggling in the water and called Police.
A mayday was broadcast and the Bluebridge ferry ‘Straitsman’ helped Police by stopping mid journey to assist with locating the person.
They were pulled from the water by Police at about 3pm.
Senior Constable Kyle Smith of the Wellington Maritime Unit says things could have easily ended differently.
“Although the man had enough equipment for his undertaking, a number of things went wrong leaving it up to chance that he was rescued today.
“Police would like to remind people not to underestimate the weather forecast, check your equipment is working and always let someone know what your plans are.”
ENDS
Issued by the Police Media Centre
You can also view this release, including any additional images, on the NZ Police app or at: www.police.govt.nz...
Noho ora mai,
New Zealand Police
Poll: Should all neighbours have to contribute to improvements?
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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82.7% Yes
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14.7% No
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2.6% Other - I'll share below
Live Q&A: Garden maintenance with Crewcut
This Wednesday, we are having another Neighbourly Q&A session. This time with John Bracewell from Crewcut.
John Bracewell, former Black Caps coach turned Franchisee Development Manager and currently the face of Crewcut’s #Movember campaign, knows a thing or two about keeping the grass looking sharp—whether it’s on a cricket pitch or in your backyard!
As a seasoned Crewcut franchisee, John is excited to answer your lawn and gardening questions. After years of perfecting the greens on the field, he's ready to share tips on how to knock your garden out of the park. Let's just say he’s as passionate about lush lawns as he is about a good game of cricket!
John is happy to answer questions about lawn mowing, tree/hedge trimming, tidying your garden, ride on mowing, you name it! He'll be online on Wednesday, 27th of November to answer them all.
Share your question below now ⬇️
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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