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Two cases of measles in Bay of Plenty and Lakes District
Two cases of measles have been confirmed in the Bay of Plenty and Lakes district. But they are not linked to the outbreak in the Waikato. Medical Officer of Health Dr Phil Shoemack says one case was notified on Thursday, the other 10 days ago. Read more
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Last call for entries to our Resene Shed of the Year 2025!
Take a look at Paul Bates' "surprisingly roomy" Tardis-inspired shed which took out our 2023 title, and if you reckon your shed is right up there, well, you could be in the running to win a robot lawnmower, Resene vouchers and a subscription to NZ Gardener. To enter, tell us why your garden shed is New Zealand's best, and send up to 5 high-quality photos to Resene Shed of the Year 2025, NZ Gardener PO Box 6341, Victoria St West, Auckland 1142. Or email to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz. Entries close February 23, 2025.
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Bev and John’s summer motorhome adventures
Bev and John are no strangers to adventure. Whether it’s overseas escapades to the Great Wall of China, Vietnam, and Hong Kong, or exploring New Zealand’s stunning landscapes, this intrepid couple has seen their fair share of the world. But these days, they prefer to keep their travel plans closer to home - with their beloved Cavoodle, Skye, always in tow.
“We’ve done all the overseas trips we wanted to do,” says Bev. “Now, it’s all about enjoying what’s on our doorstep.”
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Travel to Wellington
Hi there , I’m wondering if anyone is driving to Wellington from Whakatane on Monday 17th Feb, and is interested in a paying passenger as company for the trip. I’m a mature and engaging male picking up my motorcycle to ride back to Whakatane a couple of days later . Many thanks ..Jeff G