Police boost patrols after seven vehicles stolen in one night in Tauranga
There will be an increased police presence in the Tauranga CBD after seven vehicles were stolen in one night this week. Tauranga area response manager Senior Sergeant Eddie Lyttle said the vehicles were reported stolen overnight on Tuesday. He said most of the thefts were reported in the commercial area between 11th Ave and 15th Ave. Read more
Be vigilant. Park in well-lit areas where possible, lock your vehicle, don't leave valuable items inside your vehicle, and if you see any suspicious behaviour around parked vehicles, contact police immediately.
What's your favourite recipe for courgettes?
Kia ora neighbours. If you've got a family recipe for courgettes, we'd love to see it and maybe publish it in our magazine. Send your recipe to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz, and if we use it in the mag, you will receive a free copy of our January 2025 issue.
Poll: Do you think NZ should ban social media for youth?
The Australian Prime Minister has expressed plans to ban social media use for children.
This would make it illegal for under 16-year-olds to have accounts on platforms including TikTok, Instagram, Facebook and X.
Social media platforms would be tasked with ensuring children have no access (under-age children and their parents wouldn’t be penalised for breaching the age limit)
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Do you think NZ should follow suit? Vote in our poll and share your thoughts below.
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84.8% Yes
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13.9% No
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1.4% Other - I'll share below
Railing planters
To gain extra growing space, make and hang these easy-to-build planters on almost any wooden fence or deck railing. Use Resene FX Blackboard Paint so you can easily identify what plants are in each. Find out how to create your own with these easy step by step instructions.
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