Suggestions for Labour Day activities
Take a walk: Blairich Recreation Reserve, 12km in from State Highway 1 on the Awatere Valley Rd. The reserve is situated between the road to the north, the Awatere River to the south and the outlet of the Blairich Stream to the west. A freedom camping sites (two night stay).
Take a Picnic: Ward Beach Reserve, an interesting exposed section of coast which is also used by the local fishing industry.
Paddle in the River: Brown River Reserve, a great swimming spot or picnic area. French Pass turnoff, Rai Valley, off State Highway 6.
Go Camping: Ohauparuparu Bay is a remote freedom camping site in the Kenepuru Sound for self-contained vehicles only. It is tidal, allowing boats to launch at high tide. It is a long drive along the Kenepuru Road.
Get Away From it All: Tirimoana Reserve, Anakiwa Rd, a landscaped open space for informal recreation and activities.
Play on the Slide: Vorbach Reserve, Vorback Pl, Renwick. A small neighbourhood reserve with play equipment.
Enjoy the View: Gather some friends and take a walk in the Wither Hills Farm Park from the entrance off Cob Cottage Rd.
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!
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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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