A day in the life of a Silverdale yellow watch firefighter
Ever wondered what a day in the life of a yellow watch firefighter would be like? "Yellow watch" refers to the paid crew who work Monday to Friday, day shifts to support all volunteer brigade.
As part of the Rodney Times Neighbourly series - a day in the life of ..., reporter Renee Clayton spent the day with firefighters Jim Maclean, Paul Johnson, Jason Coleman and Conor Smith from the Silverdale Fire Station.
If you would like to take part in our a day in the life of ... series, email renee.clayton@stuff.co.nz.
Poll: 🗑️ Would you be keen to switch to a fortnightly rubbish collection, or do you prefer things as they are?
Aucklanders, our weekly rubbish collections are staying after councillors voted to scrap a proposed trial of fortnightly pick-ups.
We want to hear from you: would you be keen to switch to a fortnightly rubbish collection, or do you prefer things as they are?
Keen for the details? Read up about the scrapped collection trial here.
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82.4% Same!
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17.6% Would have liked to try something different
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.
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