Another Reason Privet Has to Go - Increased Fire Risk
Congratulations to local “passionate” resident Pauline Collins and her efforts to remove the invasive privet tree within Thames town and the surrounding hills. She deserves all the help we can give her. Privet crowds out native trees and causes significant adverse health impacts.
But there is another great reason to remove privet which has been overlooked. Privet increases fire risk compared to many other tree and shrub species. Read more at - teggtalk.wordpress.com...
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.
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