Fatal crash on SH5
Just after 6am this morning, Tuesday, 20 August, Police were informed of a crash involving a truck and a ute.
The collision occurred between the cross roads of High Level Road and Wairango Road of SH5, Iwitahi. Emergency services are responding at the scene.
Four people are reported to be injured - two people have serious injuries and two with moderate injuries.
Waka Kotahi Waikato/Bay of Plenty have advised that SH5 is CLOSED between Taupo & Napier & will remain closed for some time as NZ Police undertake their investigation. No detour is available so delaying travel is necessary.
Poll: Are Kiwis allergic to “exuberance”? 🥝
In The Post’s opinion piece on the developments set to open across Aotearoa in 2026, John Coop suggests that, as a nation, we’re “allergic to exuberance.”
We want to know: Are we really allergic to showing our excitement?
Is it time to lean into a more optimistic view of the place we call home? As big projects take shape and new opportunities emerge, perhaps it’s worth asking whether a little more confidence (and enthusiasm!) could do us some good.
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42.4% Yes
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31.6% Maybe?
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26% No
Scam Alert: Fake information regarding December Bonuses from MSD
The Ministry of Social Development is reporting that fake information is circulating about new ‘December bonuses’ or ‘benefit increases’
If you get suspicious communication, please contact Netsafe.
Some Choice News!
Many New Zealand gardens aren’t seeing as many monarch butterflies fluttering around their swan plants and flower beds these days — the hungry Asian paper wasp has been taking its toll.
Thanks to people like Alan Baldick, who’s made it his mission to protect the monarch, his neighbours still get to enjoy these beautiful butterflies in their own backyards.
Thinking about planting something to invite more butterflies, bees, and birds into your garden?
Thanks for your mahi, Alan! We hope this brings a smile!
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