
Vehicles seized after reports of dangerous driving on Karioitahi Beach
Kia ora neighbours, two vehicles were seized at Karioitahi Beach over the Easter weekend after reports of dangerous driving.
Inspector Joe Hunter, Counties Manukau South Area Commander, said police were called to the beach over Easter due to reports of two vehicles “driving dangerously”.
“The motorists’ behaviour was of particular concern to police given the beach was very busy at the time with families enjoying their long weekend.”
Karioitahi Beach is one of only two beaches in the Auckland region which is listed as a designated road, the other being Muriwai in West Auckland.
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Poll: Have you felt the impact of electricity price increases?
Last year, the Commerce Commission announced it had agreed to increase revenue limits to facilitate the maintenance and improvement of the electricity network.
Consumer NZ have revealed their latest annual energy survey, and found that 11% of consumers have had to cut back on their heating, and 20% of people have been struggling to pay their power bill in the past year.
How does your region compare? You can view and compare how the average monthly household use, charges, and bills vary regionally here.
We want to know: Is your household paying more for electricity this year?
Do you have any advice for your community on what changes you have found most effective in keeping costs down in your home or office? Share below!

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80.6% Yes! The increase has hit hard
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15% I am managing - we have found some solutions
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4.4% No - have not noticed much change

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