Whales on Ruakākā Beach - Were you there?
Four whales have died after becoming stranded on Ruakākā Beach.
Patuharakeke kaumātua Pera Mackie said seeing the number of people gathered showed the aroha of the community.
Were you there? Have you ever been in a situation where you could help rescue whales?
Poll: Does the building consent process need to change?
We definitely need homes that are fit to live in but there are often frustrations when it comes to getting consent to modify your own home.
Do you think changes need made to the current process for building consent? Share your thoughts below.
Type 'Not For Print' if you wish your comments to be excluded from the Conversations column of your local paper.
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91.7% Yes
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7.9% No
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0.5% Other - I'll share below!
What's On: Hatea U3A
Hatea U3A
- St John’s Golden Church
Know Thy Neighbour? We are getting there!
We are loving seeing everyone's posts about themselves on our Know Thy Neighbour page.
Check out the neighbours in your area, you might find a walking group or choir to join and you might learn a few more neighbours names!
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