Lifestyle block fires prompt warning from FENZ
Hi neighbours, Fire and Emergency NZ region manager Ron Devlin has warned Aucklanders against using chainsaws, lawnmowers, rubbish fires and vehicles with hot exhausts, especially during the afternoon which is the hottest time of day.
The warning was prompted by three lifestyle block fires in the Karaka and Clevedon areas in recent weeks, which were caused by sparks from machinery.
The drought Auckland is currently experiencing is "unusual", Devlin said, adding that while there had been a bit of rain, it wasn't enough to lower the fire risk.
Anyone who sees smoke should dial 111.
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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QUIZ NIGHT Nov 27th 6.30pm
BPW Franklin Inc is running a quiz night at the Pukekohe Cosmopolitan Club, Nelson St, Pukekohe. November 27th Start time 6.30 for 7pm start. Teams of six. Come on your own or make up a team to bring and have a hilarious night of fun. Cost $50pp includes 2 course dinner
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