Armed police teams in south Auckland
Kia ora neighbours, police will be trialing armed response teams (ARTs) teams in south Auckland, Waikato, and Christchurch. Police Commissioner Mike Bush cited "growth in organised crime" and the impact of methamphetamine-fuelled offending as factors justifying the new teams. What are your thoughts and do you have any concerns? As a member of the south Auckland community, would this make you feel safer? Read the full story here www.stuff.co.nz...
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.
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.
Type 'Not For Print' if you wish your comments to be excluded from the Conversations column of your local paper.
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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!
Illegal dumping. See it, report it.
Call us on 0800 NO DUMP (0800 663 867). Illegal dumpers can be fined up to $30,000.