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1921 days ago

Poll: Should other councils follow Waipā's lead and reduce speed limits?

Nicola Brennan-Tupara Reporter from Waikato Times

Hi neighbours,
New speed limits look set to be adopted for the Waipā district at the next council meeting.
Among them was the idea of reducing the speed limit in Cambridge and Te Awamutu town centres to 40kmh.
READ MORE here
So we wanted to know, do you think other councils should Waipā's lead?

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Should other councils follow Waipā's lead and reduce speed limits?
  • 22.4% Yes, for sure
    22.4% Complete
  • 51.7% No, it's not just speed which causes crashes
    51.7% Complete
  • 25.9% Maybe, but it would depend on what roads
    25.9% Complete
58 votes
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3 days ago

Poll: Is it rude to talk on the phone on a bus?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Buses can be a relaxing way to get home if you have a seat and enough space. However, it can be off-putting when someone is taking a phone call next to you.

Do you think it's inconsiderate for people to have lengthy phone calls on a bus? Vote in the poll, and add your comments below.

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Is it rude to talk on the phone on a bus?
  • 64.3% Yes
    64.3% Complete
  • 33.3% No
    33.3% Complete
  • 2.4% Other - I'll share below
    2.4% Complete
2168 votes
1 day ago

Have you picked up your tickets to our 80th anniversary party yet?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Kia ora neighbours, here is the cover of our amazing 80th anniversary special edition! There's just enough time to book your ticket to join editor Jo McCarroll at Hamilton Gardens on November 11. Ticketholders will get this special (RRP $16.20) in their goody bags. Each goody bag is also packed with gardening paraphernalia and a brand new Jack Hobbs-bred Hebe 'The Gardener' plant, released to mark this amazing milestone. Plus you'll also get all-day entry to the Enclosed Gardens, canapes and bubbles
, and spot prizes. We'd love to see you there.

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24 days ago

What's your favourite recipe for gooseberry?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Love gooseberries? Share your favourite way to enjoy them. We're looking for our readers' favourite family recipes for this delicious crop. Send yours to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz, and if we use it in the magazine, you will receive a free copy of our December 2024 issue.

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