New fire reported in Tasman
Properties around the Moutere Highway, near Nelson are being evacuated as a new large fire is taking hold.
Flames "40-50 metres high" can be seen from the fire at Cut Hill Rd.
A FENZ spokeswoman said 16 appliances were called to the fire, which was first reported by members of the public at 1:18pm.
Police had been called in to assist with evacuations from some properties near the Moutere Highway.
The fire was currently 30 square metres and "spreading rapidly". Read more here
Some Choice News!
Many New Zealand gardens aren’t seeing as many monarch butterflies fluttering around their swan plants and flower beds these days — the hungry Asian paper wasp has been taking its toll.
Thanks to people like Alan Baldick, who’s made it his mission to protect the monarch, his neighbours still get to enjoy these beautiful butterflies in their own backyards.
Thinking about planting something to invite more butterflies, bees, and birds into your garden?
Thanks for your mahi, Alan! We hope this brings a smile!
Scam Alert: Fake information regarding December Bonuses from MSD
The Ministry of Social Development is reporting that fake information is circulating about new ‘December bonuses’ or ‘benefit increases’
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