Flare exercise, Urenui, New Plymouth
Police are advising residents of Urenui, near New Plymouth, to expect to see flares early Saturday evening.
Up to 35 mixed flares will be set off at Urenui Domain between 5pm and 7pm Saturday 20 October as part of a training exercise.
The flares will predominately be red handheld flares, however red and white parachute flares and orange smoke flares will also be tested.
Anyone who witnesses flares in the vicinity of Urenui Domain during this time should not be alarmed.
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’
If you get suspicious communication, please contact Netsafe.
Poll: Is it ok to regift something that you have been given?
🎁 Holiday Gift Chat!
Do you ever regift?
What’s your take on asking for a receipt if a gift doesn’t fit?
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78.8% Yes! It's better to regift what I don't need
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21.2% No. It's the thought and effort that matters
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