It's the calm before the storm.
What are you doing to prepare for Cyclone Gabrielle?
Here are a few things we're doing:
🕳 Every available "sucker truck" is out clearing drains, culverts and gulleys, with priority on high-risk areas
🏠 Working directly with some residents who have been recently affected by flooding
⏱ Arranged for 24-hour availability of contractors
🚧 We're pre-emptively closing Kaka Street in Morningside
📍 Set up a working space with Civil Defence Northland, ready to open as an emergency operations centre
🌧 Monitoring the forecasts, tide charts and other information so we know what to expect
Here are some tips on how to prepare for a storm:
getready.govt.nz...
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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75.7% Yes
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22.9% No
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1.4% 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.