1440 days ago

Poll: Do you think the Napier Taupo road needs better cell phone coverage?

Georgia May Gilbertson Reporter from Hawke's Bay News

About 3000 vehicles travel on the Napier Taupo Rd everyday, but patchy reception means some struggle to contact emergency services to notify them of a car accident or break-down, so does the phone coverage need to be improved?

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Do you think the Napier Taupo road needs better cell phone coverage?
  • 89% Yes - there needs to be better coverage in case of emergencies
    89% Complete
  • 3.9% No - the phone coverage is fine
    3.9% Complete
  • 7.1% Not bothered
    7.1% Complete
154 votes
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Share your New Zealand music memories...

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

It's NZ Music Month and New Zealand really has some beautiful songs from artists that we call our own.

Whether it's April Sun in Cuba, Don't Forget your Roots, or How Bizarre or Bic Runga's 'Sway' - songs have a way of unlocking memories and evoking old feelings.

In honour of NZ Music Month, share a New Zealand song or artist that is special to you and explain why.

Type 'Not For Print' if you wish your comments to be excluded from the Conversations column of your local paper.

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Caring For You Like Family

The Team from Ryman Healthcare

91-year-old Dora is a rest home resident at Ryman.

Between family gatherings, bus trips and village activities, she certainly enjoys a full life. With the many friendships she’s made, the caregivers and village staff have become an extension of her family.

Hear about Dora’s experience living in a Ryman community.
Find out more

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20 hours ago

Eurovision Song Contest 2024

David and Sandra from Saint Leonards

The 68th Eurovision Song Contest is being held this month in Malmo, Sweden, with an expected 37 countries taking part. The first semi-final is scheduled for next Wednesday, 8 May, and the second semi-final for Friday 10 May, both starting at 7.0 am NZ time, and each lasting about 2 hours.
The grand final will take place on Sunday, 12 May, also starting at 7 am NZ time. But this show can last up to 4 hours, or longer.
The best place to watch any or all of these 3 events, live or later, is on Eurovision’s official YouTube channel. More information can be found on the official website, eurovision.tv... Perhaps this is Switzerland's year to win. But be warned, many of the entries this year are quite loud, as well as there being controversy over Israel's participation (approved by the organisers, the EBU) given the ongoing conflict in Gaza.

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