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Fiona Eadie, head gardener at Dunedin's iconic Larnach Castle, says she hears from gardeners all the time that New Zealand native plants are "boring". Do we have a native plant cultural cringe? And, if so, is there a difference between what gardeners in the North Island and the … View moreFiona Eadie, head gardener at Dunedin's iconic Larnach Castle, says she hears from gardeners all the time that New Zealand native plants are "boring". Do we have a native plant cultural cringe? And, if so, is there a difference between what gardeners in the North Island and the South Island think?
The Batchelor's home floods every time it rains due to overflowing water pipes down Riverside Raod!
They blame the infill housing springing up on their road, without adequate infrastructure to support the buildings.
Do you think better infrastructure is required?
Let us know in the … View moreThe Batchelor's home floods every time it rains due to overflowing water pipes down Riverside Raod!
They blame the infill housing springing up on their road, without adequate infrastructure to support the buildings.
Do you think better infrastructure is required?
Let us know in the comments!
Write NFP (not for print) if you do not wish to be quoted.
You will recall my last email was about the ridiculous quarter of a million dollar mirror Auckland Council erected on Thursday above O'Connel Street.
I am sorry to report that, over the weekend, the mirror cracked.
This is the same mirror that was supposed to cost $80,000, but blew out … View moreYou will recall my last email was about the ridiculous quarter of a million dollar mirror Auckland Council erected on Thursday above O'Connel Street.
I am sorry to report that, over the weekend, the mirror cracked.
This is the same mirror that was supposed to cost $80,000, but blew out to $260,000. It's already broken.
Yes it’s cracked.
You can read the NZ Herald coverage (including our comments) here: Auckland's controversial new $260,000 mirror sculpture has cracked open less than a week after it was officially unveiled.
But a Council official says there’s nothing to see here…
Auckland Council’s Arts and Culture Manager Richard McWha said the cracks were "not unexpected and typical of many such art installations".
Mr McWha told the Herald that "After installation, there has been some minor separation between the brass and the substrate, most likely due to some expansion after initial exposure to the elements, resulting in what appears to be cracks."
What claptrap. Who erects a mirror 30 feet in the air expecting it to need repairing a week later? Did no one think it would be exposed to the elements?!
We’re encouraging our supporters to email Mr McWha and the Mayor.
Tell them what you think about your money being used for the mirror.
How do you feel paying higher rates and Phil Goff's new Regional Fuel Tax so the Council has money to waste on this sort of project? Email Mr McWha and the Mayor here.
send Them an email....
Thank you for your support,
Jo Holmes
Auckland Ratepayers' Alliance
www.ratepayers.nz...
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Hi Neighbours, it’s Mike and the team here from the Alpine Spas Auckland Showroom! We are just 2 days away from our amazing 4 DAY SPA POOL SALE, starting this Friday from 9am (10th August).
We’ve got some incredible deals across the range. Come on down and get the family in a Spa from just … View moreHi Neighbours, it’s Mike and the team here from the Alpine Spas Auckland Showroom! We are just 2 days away from our amazing 4 DAY SPA POOL SALE, starting this Friday from 9am (10th August).
We’ve got some incredible deals across the range. Come on down and get the family in a Spa from just $3,995. Or grab yourself a bargain with some of our lowest prices ever on Sellout Spas!
But you’ll have to hurry, as these deals will be available for 4 days only!
We are located at 9-11 Sylvia Park, Mount Wellington and would love to see you!
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A grass berm has sustained damage after a police officer used it to park a speed camera van durin…
A north Auckland retiree's home floods every time it rains. She blames all the infill housing spring…
An Auckland man and his daughter are counting their lucky stars after they narrowly missed being cru…
With winter bugs doing the rounds, it’s worth knowing what the rules are about sick leave. So what are you entitled to?
• In general you’re entitled to 5 days’ of sick leave each year after you’ve worked for your employer for 6 months.
• You can accumulate any unused sick leave up … View moreWith winter bugs doing the rounds, it’s worth knowing what the rules are about sick leave. So what are you entitled to?
• In general you’re entitled to 5 days’ of sick leave each year after you’ve worked for your employer for 6 months.
• You can accumulate any unused sick leave up to a total of 20 days.
• Sick leave can be used when you’re sick or when you need to be off work to look after someone else who is sick or injured (your partner, child, or someone who relies on you for care).
• Even if you’re a part-time or casual worker, you’re still entitled to 5 days’ of sick leave a year (once you’ve worked for 6 months continuously or for an average of 10 hours per week, and at least one hour in every week or 40 hours in every month).
• Your employer can require you to provide a medical certificate if you’re sick for 3 or more days in a row, and you’ll need to pay to get it. If they want proof of sickness sooner then they will have to pay the costs of getting the proof.
These are the minimum sick leave entitlements. Your employer can agree to give you more.
Check out our website for more information about sick leave and other employment rights and responsibilities. If you’ve got questions get in touch with a CAB near you, call us on 0800 367 222 (0800 FOR CAB), or contact us online.
Orewa residents are concerned that Auckland Transport's upgraded pedestrian crossings are 'invisible…
Ports of Auckland is back as the major sponsor of Auckland's Round the Bays The company will lend i…
Six more red light cameras will be installed at high-risk intersections across the Auckland as part of efforts to reduce dangerous driving and help save lives. Funded by the regional fuel tax, the new sites will be in operation by October, bringing the total number of red light cameras to 12.
… View moreSix more red light cameras will be installed at high-risk intersections across the Auckland as part of efforts to reduce dangerous driving and help save lives. Funded by the regional fuel tax, the new sites will be in operation by October, bringing the total number of red light cameras to 12.
Where do you think there should be red light cameras near you? Are there any intersections that you think should be brought to the attention of the council? Let us know below!
New red light camera locations:
Great South Road and Cavendish Drive – two sites
Te Irirangi Drive and Accent Drive – two sites
Great North Road and Rata Street
Great South Road and Reagan Road
The Robertson Bathware importers clearance sale is here! We are overstocked with end of line and discontinued products from some of the world's top brands so it's time for a clear out! Huge savings with up to 75% OFF on selected products. Over $2,000,000 worth of product MUST GO!
Wallace Cotton’s NEW Spring Collection has arrived instore and online. Create your dream bed with colourful botanicals, dramatic monotones and relaxed linen duvet covers.
Shop the beautiful new range including high thread count sheets, cotton quilts, cushions, sleepwear and more.
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