Himatangi, Foxton

It is the weekend!

It is the weekend!

List your pre-loved gems in Neighbourly Market.

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1958 days ago

Lake Horowhenua

Joan from Levin

Another $12.5 million is to be spent on 'cleaning up' the Lake. Thats over and above the already spent $7 million plus on a 'clean up' that never achieved results. It seems strange that Horowhenua District Council intend spending this money whilst at the same time nitrite … View moreAnother $12.5 million is to be spent on 'cleaning up' the Lake. Thats over and above the already spent $7 million plus on a 'clean up' that never achieved results. It seems strange that Horowhenua District Council intend spending this money whilst at the same time nitrite spilloffs will continue to pour into the lake, from agricultural and dairying practices in the surrounding area. Alongside that in the Adoption of the Annual Plan 2020, HDC plan that 'Council officers continue working towards acquiring a discharge consent for stormwater from Councils stormwater network to Lake Horowhenua from Horizons Regional Council'. Does anyone besides me find that counterproductive to spend so much money on a Lake cleanup while continuing to pour heavy metals and other contaminants into the Lake?

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1956 days ago

Planned rates postponement policy

Joan from Levin

Something to think about. An example - rates $3200.00 + $250.00 establishment fee + $100.00 plus gst annual management fee + interest, being councils average cost of borrowings of preceding financial year, calculated daily + margin of 1% to cover staff costs + 0.25% risk reserve. Add that up over a… View moreSomething to think about. An example - rates $3200.00 + $250.00 establishment fee + $100.00 plus gst annual management fee + interest, being councils average cost of borrowings of preceding financial year, calculated daily + margin of 1% to cover staff costs + 0.25% risk reserve. Add that up over a period of say three years and the person who is already experiencing financial difficulty will be in even deeper debt. If the postponed rates plus costs are not paid back at the required time Council have the ability to sell the property to claim the debt. If you know of anyone intending to take this up please inform them of the costs involved and requirement to pay back in full when the ‘ event’ for which the rates postponement is deemed no longer active.

1956 days ago

What moving to level 2 means for the rest of NZ

The Team Reporter from Stuff

Hi neighbours,

On Tuesday night, Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern announced there were four new Covid-19 cases in the community.

Auckland moved into level 3 at midday on Wednesday, and the rest of the country into level 2.

Kiwis outside of Auckland can still continue to go to work and school, with… View more
Hi neighbours,

On Tuesday night, Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern announced there were four new Covid-19 cases in the community.

Auckland moved into level 3 at midday on Wednesday, and the rest of the country into level 2.

Kiwis outside of Auckland can still continue to go to work and school, with physical distancing, and are advised to wear masks in public.

Businesses can open to the public if they are following public health guidance, which includes physical distancing and record keeping.

In terms of gatherings, New Zealanders must not travel to events with more than 100 people. This includes weddings, birthdays, funerals and tangihanga.

The Government advises all Kiwis to practise good hygiene and stay home if sick.

For more information on what the different alert levels mean for you, click here.

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1956 days ago

COVID-19 Update

Julia Wallace Retirement Village

We will be closing our New Zealand care centres to all visitors from 10am on Wednesday August 12 following the re-emergence of COVID-19 in the community in Auckland, and Level 2 Alert level in the remainder of New Zealand.

1956 days ago

Important government updates

Neighbourly.co.nz

All regions in New Zealand, except for the Auckland region, will move to Alert Level 2 at 12 noon on Wednesday 12 August 2020.

Key information:
• Keep your distance from other people in public.
• Wash your hands.
• Sneeze and cough into your elbow.
• Keep a track of where you’ve … View more
All regions in New Zealand, except for the Auckland region, will move to Alert Level 2 at 12 noon on Wednesday 12 August 2020.

Key information:
• Keep your distance from other people in public.
• Wash your hands.
• Sneeze and cough into your elbow.
• Keep a track of where you’ve been and who you’ve seen
wear a mask if you can.
• If you’re sick, stay home. Don’t go to work or school. Don’t socialise.
• If you have symptoms of cold or flu call your doctor or Healthline and get advice about being tested.
• If you have been told to self-isolate you must do so immediately.
• All aged care facilities will close their doors to everyone but staff from noon today.
• For real time news updates visit Stuff

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1958 days ago

Cambridge: The Kiwi town that could become the next big thing

Trupti Biradar Reporter from Stuff Travel

Cambridge is so much more than just a town you drive through. Click the link below for a few reasons to consider sticking around a bit. #backyourbackyard

J
1957 days ago

WECA Public Meeting

Joan from Levin

Water and Environmental Care will meet on Sunday 16th August at 2.30pm. St Mary's Church Hall, cnr Cambridge and Mancheter Street. Three elected Horizons Regional Council will speak on the Horowhenua area relating to the environment, including the Chairperson Rachel Keedwell. There will be … View moreWater and Environmental Care will meet on Sunday 16th August at 2.30pm. St Mary's Church Hall, cnr Cambridge and Mancheter Street. Three elected Horizons Regional Council will speak on the Horowhenua area relating to the environment, including the Chairperson Rachel Keedwell. There will be time for questions. Ph 06 3679891

1957 days ago

Kaka Beak (1131)

Paul from Levin

Our endangered native plant is showing off again!

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