Carterton's Daffodil Festival is on next Sunday (10th)
Carterton is gearing up for another huge weekend with the return of the iconic Daffodil Festival on Sunday 10 September, and the Big Wai Art show on 8-10 September (this weekend!).
This spring festival is one of New Zealand’s longest running events and often sees more than 10,000 visitors come to town. Come and enjoy daffodil picking at historic Middlerun farm, a steam train excursions, the High Street market, and street performances. And the Wai Art exhibition too packed with a hue range of creativity .
The festival and these gorgeous flowers just ooze Spring - make a plan with your friends and family to join in on the fun.
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Poll: Are our Kiwi summer holidays helping us recharge, or holding the economy back? ☀️🥝
There’s growing debate about whether New Zealand’s extended Christmas break (and the slowdown that comes with it) affects productivity.
Tracy Watkins has weighed in ... now it’s your turn. What’s your take? 🤔
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73.2% We work hard, we deserve a break!
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16.9% Hmm, maybe?
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9.9% Yes!
A riddle to start the festive season 🌲🎁🌟
I'm a fruit. If you take away my first letter, I'm a crime. If you take away my first two letters, I'm an animal. If you take away my first and last letter, I'm a form of music. What am I?
Do you think you know the answer? Simply 'Like' this post if you know the answer and the big reveal will be posted in the comments at 2pm on the day!
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Poll: Should we be giving the green light to new mining projects? 💰🌲
The Environmental Protection Authority announced this week that a proposed mine in Central Otago (near Cromwell) is about to enter its fast-track assessment process. A final decision could come within six months, and if it’s approved, construction might start as early as mid-2026.
We want to know: Should mining projects like this move ahead?
Keen to dig deeper? Mike White has the scoop.
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53% Yes
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47% No
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