Do you know what to do if you're involved in a crash with a power pole and downed lines?
A recent spate of drivers hitting power poles is prompting calls from police for Waimakariri road users to drive to the conditions and avoid distractions.
Since 2014, there have been 109 crashes in the district in which drivers have hit power poles, resulting in one death and 15 people being seriously injured.
MainPower advises those involved in a crash with a power pole and downed lines to stay in the vehicle and call 111. Always assume power lines are live.
If the car can be driven, it is best to move it at least 8 metres away (about the length of a bus) from the power lines. Anyone else should keep the same distance from the lines until emergency services arrive.
If you cannot drive your vehicle but need to get out in a hurry, step out onto an insulated platform such as several rubber car mats stacked together.
Jump onto the platform while making sure you are never touching the vehicle and ground at the same time.
Say goodbye to tyre waste
About 40% of the 6.5 million tyres Kiwis use every year are recycled, repurposed, or used as tyre-derived fuel. But the rest end up in landfills, stockpiled or dumped.
The good news is now there’s an easy solution to all that tyre waste. It’s called Tyrewise and is New Zealand’s first national tyre recycling scheme.
Tyrewise ensures that tyres in Aotearoa New Zealand are recycled or repurposed properly, saving millions from going to the landfill.
Find out more about the scheme online.
Poll: Does the building consent process need to change?
We definitely need homes that are fit to live in but there are often frustrations when it comes to getting consent to modify your own home.
Do you think changes need made to the current process for building consent? Share your thoughts below.
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91.7% Yes
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7.8% No
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0.5% Other - I'll share below!
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Black, lost off mobility scooter in central Rangiora.
Only noticed today, but would have only be lost in past few days.
Sorry no photo.
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