Weed worries – cut those seed-heads!
Two of the worst weeds on the Devonport Peninsula have been flowering and their seeds are ripening right now: Wild Ginger is obvious with its yellow flowers and bright orange seeds, these seed heads can be cut off and disposed of in the rubbish to prevent spreading, and Woolly Nightshade, which has large furry leaves and stems – this should be cut at the base and the stem painted with strong glyphosate gel, use gloves as contact with the plant can cause skin irritations.
Contact the Restoring Takarunga Hauraki group for info, at pestfreedevonport@gmail.com
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Poll: Does the building consent process need to change?
We definitely need homes that are fit to live in but there are often frustrations when it comes to getting consent to modify your own home.
Do you think changes need made to the current process for building consent? Share your thoughts below.
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91.4% Yes
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8.1% No
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0.5% Other - I'll share below!
Lest we forget...
On this ANZAC Day, let's take a moment to remember and honor the brave men and women who have served and continue to serve our country.
Tell us who are you honouring today. Whether it's a story from the battlefield or a memory of a family member who fought in the war, we'd love you to share your stories below.