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2890 days ago

The Harbourmaster in Auckland

Communications Team from Auckland Transport

Did you know the Harbourmaster regulates navigation safety in all navigable waters within the Auckland region? Learn more about the Harbourmaster’s role in Auckland here: AT.govt.nz/harbourmaster

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2901 days ago

Poll: Do you trust the weather forecast?

Reporter Whangārei Leader

A warmer and wetter start to the year is on the cards for Northland, potentially bringing some much-needed relief for the region's farms. However, farmers aren't counting their chickens yet. John Blackwell, president of Federated Farmers, Northland said, "We do take note of weather … View moreA warmer and wetter start to the year is on the cards for Northland, potentially bringing some much-needed relief for the region's farms. However, farmers aren't counting their chickens yet. John Blackwell, president of Federated Farmers, Northland said, "We do take note of weather forecasts but they are notoriously known to be wrong."

Do you agree? Is the weather forecast usually right or wrong in Northland? Do you think we are in for a warmer and wetter year?

Read more: www.stuff.co.nz...

*Influde NFP if you don't want your comments used in print

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Do you trust the weather forecast?
  • 8.2% Yes - it's right
    8.2% Complete
  • 14.3% No - it's notoriously wrong
    14.3% Complete
  • 77.6% Sometimes - it gives me a general idea
    77.6% Complete
  • 0% Other (comment below)
    0% Complete
49 votes
2890 days ago

Registrations are now open for the Auckland Walk Challenge

Communications Team from Auckland Transport

Registrations are now open to sign up for the Auckland Walk Challenge in March. Get your team sorted and register here: auckland.walkertracker.com... #StrideAKL

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2890 days ago

Brighter, whiter, cheaper - LED roll-out continues

Online Content Publisher from Whangarei District Council

Local companies McKay and Currie Electrical will be lighting things up as they begin the roll out of LED luminaires across our District.

Council installed LED lights at Onerahi and Whangarei Heads before Christmas and we have received positive feedback from you. The old luminaires will be recycled… View more
Local companies McKay and Currie Electrical will be lighting things up as they begin the roll out of LED luminaires across our District.

Council installed LED lights at Onerahi and Whangarei Heads before Christmas and we have received positive feedback from you. The old luminaires will be recycled to recover any metals and other recyclable materials.

Read our full story: ► bit.ly...

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2890 days ago

Poll: Should there be stricter testing on sunscreens?

Elesha Gordon from Neighbourly.co.nz

Almost half of NZ sunscreens reportedly fail to live up to their most basic claims - to protect us from the sun. Some sunscreens brands haven’t even tested their product on people which may mean people are misled about the actual protect a sunscreen provides. Do you think New Zealand should have … View moreAlmost half of NZ sunscreens reportedly fail to live up to their most basic claims - to protect us from the sun. Some sunscreens brands haven’t even tested their product on people which may mean people are misled about the actual protect a sunscreen provides. Do you think New Zealand should have mandatory standards for sunscreen? Read the full Stuff story here.

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Should there be stricter testing on sunscreens?
  • 93.3% Yes, it should have mandatory standards
    93.3% Complete
  • 1.4% No, I am happy with how it is.
    1.4% Complete
  • 3.5% I have found a brand I trust, so this doesn't affect me.
    3.5% Complete
  • 1.8% I don't know / I have no opinion
    1.8% Complete
3313 votes
2895 days ago

Would you call 111 for help to turn off your TV?

Jay Boreham Reporter from Rodney Times

This request was among some of the more bizarre calls emergency service operators received in 2017. Check out the vid below for more.

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2893 days ago

Top of the Rock

Cheryl from Kauri Coast

A special combination of road, farmland, bush, lakes & panoramic views await outdoor enthusiasts in Kaiwaka's Top of the Rock challenge!
If the views and exercise aren't sufficient incentive for you, then how about the fact that we have over 80 fabulous spot prizes to give away - … View more
A special combination of road, farmland, bush, lakes & panoramic views await outdoor enthusiasts in Kaiwaka's Top of the Rock challenge!
If the views and exercise aren't sufficient incentive for you, then how about the fact that we have over 80 fabulous spot prizes to give away - including our main spot prize of a mountain bike!
Options of running, walking and mountain biking. Date: Sunday 11th Feb. Visit www.kaiwakasports.co.nz... for the entry form & all the details.

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