Poll: Don't lose the plot - just pay up front
Council is considering a policy to help free up hundreds of graves across the region.
If you wish to book a burial plot you may have to pay up front with the cost of pre-purchasing a burial plot in Fairhall, Omaka, Picton and Tuamarina cemeteries at $1083, plus an additional administration cost to cover the cost of processing the application.
With cheaper options in Havelock and Seddon cemeteries at $741 plus admin costs.
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20% That seems a fair solution
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12% That's too expensive for me
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0% I don't mind where I'm buried
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68% I intend to be cremated
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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