705 days ago

SPCA Pet of the Day: Meet Ragnar

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

WHAT'S SPECIAL ABOUT ME?
"Hello! I am a handsome devil named Ragnar. When I first came to SPCA, I was very very confused on what my role in life was, it took me a while to realise I wasn't being abandoned, through the help of the volunteers and staff. I previously spent a lot of time on a chain, so you can imagine it's been an adjustment for me. I still have a journey to complete, though have made great progress so far. I've enjoyed going for frequent walks, continuing basic training and of course giving all the cuddles and kisses I can! I am needing a home with some dog experience, to help coach me in life. I am also needing high, secure fencing of at least 1.8m. I will be a great companion for a lucky human, and won't hesitate to be your best pal in life. I am a big boy who may get overexcited around younger kids, but confident older kids in my new home would be fine. I have mixed with some dogs at the SPCA and have generally acted either very aloof or excited to see them, however I would get overwhelmed in an off lead area with other dogs such as dog parks. A social, patient existing dog could work well in my new home, or just human company is fine with me!"

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1 day ago

Shouldn't horse owners clean up after their horse

James from Waikanae

Shouldn't horse owners clean up after their horse like dog owners have to do?

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12 hours ago

Food Recall: YY Dumplings & Fu Yuan brand Various Ready-to-Eat Meat Products

James from Waikanae

YY Dumplings Ltd is recalling a specific batch of its Spicy Pork Ears and Sour and Spicy Chicken Feet due to the presence of undeclared allergens (gluten and sesame), and Braised Pig Trotters and Braised Pig Head Meat due to the presence of an undeclared allergen (gluten). These products may be labelled under the YY Dumplings brand, the Fu Yuan brand, or both YY Dumplings brand and Fu Yuan brand. People with a gluten or sesame allergy or intolerance should not consume these products. If you have consumed any of these products and have any concerns about your health, seek medical advice. If you are not allergic or intolerant to gluten or sesame, this recall does not affect you.

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3 days ago

Poll: Does the building consent process need to change?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

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.

Type 'Not For Print' if you wish your comments to be excluded from the Conversations column of your local paper.

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Does the building consent process need to change?
  • 91.5% Yes
    91.5% Complete
  • 8.2% No
    8.2% Complete
  • 0.3% Other - I'll share below!
    0.3% Complete
1000 votes