Think tank for former Tinwald pool site
By local democracy reporter Jonathan Leask:
The contents of a little brown envelope could hold the future of the old Tinwald Pool site.
The Tinwald Reserve Board asked the community for creative and innovative ideas about what the site could be used for in the future.
About 40 ideas have been delivered inside an envelope to the board chairperson, district councillor Leen Braam.
Those ideas will be discussed at the next board meeting, he said.
Braam doesn't expect any decision on what ideas to consider or progress to be a hasty one.
“We might end up discussing this for a while before deciding.”
The Ashburton District Council decided to permanently close the Tinwald Pool in May because it needed an estimated $3m of repair and upgrade work in addition to the $400,000 annual operating costs.
The decision in the long-term plan was not to invest $3m on any water-based project, which also included hydroslides or a new outdoor pool at EA Networks Centre as options.
The site has been handed back to the Tinwald Reserve Board to consider its future and the board sought suggestions from the public to begin coming up with a concept plan.
Then it will need to go to the council to seek funding, likely at the next long-term plan, as the council has no money budgeted in the current long-term plan for any redevelopment of the site, Braam said.
Poll: Should we be giving the green light to new mining projects? 💰🌲
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 it’s 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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53.5% Yes
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46.5% No
‘Tis the season to not get scammed ...
As Christmas gift shopping moves increasingly online, scammers are ramping up their activity across the country.
Dunedin’s Investigation Support Unit is seeing more and more people fall victim to scams and other fraudulent activity, particularly on Facebook Marketplace.
There are a few ways to avoid the scams and keep yourself safe doing online trades this holiday season, says Southern District Service Delivery Manager Senior Sergeant Dalton.
🔒 “A good first step when looking to purchase something on Marketplace is to check when the seller’s Facebook profile was created. If it’s very recent, there is a higher risk that they have just created this account for a one-off fake item.”
🔒 Another important step is to make sure the seller’s profile name and bank account name match up. “We’re seeing a lot of scammers claiming their bank account name is different because it belongs to their partner or family member - that’s a huge red flag."
🔒 “When you’re selling, never trust a screenshot anyone sends you showing that payment has been made. Check your own bank account to make sure a payment has gone through."
🔒 “Quite frankly, it’s best for all parties to agree to pay, or be paid, for items in cash and in-person. Ideally in a public place with CCTV coverage."
🔒 "If you’re buying a car, check Carjam.co.nz to see if it’s stolen or if there’s money owed on it.”
A reminder: Suspicious activity can be reported on 105
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These blossoms made from Resene wallpaper left over after decorating will mean your décor will be blooming gorgeous, no matter the season. Find out how to create your own wallpaper flowers with these easy step by step instructions.
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