Special voting for local body elections 2025
If your voting papers haven’t arrived, you may need to complete a special vote. Our team is here to help make sure your vote is counted. Come and see us at any of the following locations to cast a special vote:
Hastings District Council Customer Service Centre - During normal business hours up until 12 noon on Sat 11 Oct
Havelock North Library - Fri 26 Sept, 1pm-4pm
Flaxmere Library - Sat 27 Sept, 10am-2pm
Flaxmere Library - Wed 1 Oct, 9am-1pm
Waimārama/Maraetōtara Memorial Hall - Fri 3 Oct, 9am-1pm
Havelock North Library - Sat 4 Oct, 10am-2pm
Hastings Memorial Library - Sun 5 Oct, 1pm-4pm
Te Taiwhenua O Heretaunga - Mon 6 Oct, 10am-2pm
Puketapu School - Tue 7 Oct, 9am-1pm
You can either pick up your special voting pack in person or have it posted to you (available until Friday 26 September). Please note: your completed voting papers and statutory declaration must be received by the Electoral Officer in the supplied envelopes before voting closes at 12 noon, Saturday 11 October.
Click the link below for further info.
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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53.2% Yes
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46.8% 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
Turn Wallpaper Scraps into Beautiful Blossoms
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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