Poll: π How would you rate the current state of traffic congestion in your area?
π Let's Talk Traffic in Our Area! π¦
Hey neighbors! Quick shoutout from Newmarket. So, on the bus recently, and guess what? Bus lanes turned into a mini parking lot for some cars playing hide and seek! π Classic move, right?
Now, onto these traffic lights. That stretch is something else β 8 sets in a row, spread across 500m of road. Your car practically gets a green light workout before budging an inch!
But let's shift gears. How's everyone else finding the traffic flow in your area?
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14.3% Smooth Sailing: "Traffic? What traffic? Our streets are a breeze!"
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14.3% Moderate Flow: "Some congestion, but nothing we can't handle. It's manageable.
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57.1% Bumper-to-Bumper: "Traffic troubles are real! We need some solutions, ASAP!"
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14.3% Need a Spaceship: "It's intergalactic levels of congestion! Beam me up, Scotty
Night-time roadworks on SH16
From 23 November to 17 December, stop/go traffic management will be in several locations on SH16 between Mabbett Lane and Restall Road (Sundays to Thursdays, 9pm to 5am).
Works will include chipsealing and stormwater improvements. There may be delays to your journey when travelling through the area. Click to find out more.
NZCCM Massage and English Programmes
The New Zealand College of Chinese Medicine (NZCCM) offers industry-focused Massage and English programmes that prepare students for professional practice.
Students gain strong Anatomy and Physiology knowledge, hands-on experience in the student clinic, and pathways into health and wellbeing careers. NZCCM actively incorporates tikanga MΔori and Te Ao MΔori, partnering with local marae for cultural learning and community treatments.
As Aucklandβs only provider of Massage diplomas, NZCCM is enrolling now for February 2026 Programmes include the Level 5 Wellness and Relaxation Massage Diploma and the Level 6 Remedial Massage Diploma, both NZQA-approved with intensive block courses. NZCCM also offers NZCEL Level 4 for academic English preparation.
Open Days will be held on 12 December and 23 January.
Contact: 09 580 2376 or auck@chinesemedicine.ac.nz
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Poll: Should we be giving the green light to new mining projects? π°π²
The Environmental Protection Authority announced this week that a proposed mine in Central Otago (near Cromwell) is about to enter its fast-track assessment process. A final decision could come within six months, and if itβs approved, construction might start as early as mid-2026.
We want to know: Should mining projects like this move ahead?
Keen to dig deeper? Mike White has the scoop.
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53.2% Yes
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46.8% No
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