What matters most as we plan for our district's future?
Kia ora, as part of the development of the draft Long-term Plan 2021—41 we want to know what matters most to you.
This weeks question is: What matters most as we plan for our district's future?
As a community, we need to decide how we preserve the things we love most about our district while investing in what best serves the needs of our people, now and in the future. There are a number of ways to have your say: online at whatmattersmost.kapiticoast.govt.nz, visit your local library or Council service centre or come and see us at a pop-up event.
o Wed 25 Nov: Ōtaki Library, 9:30am-12:30pm o Sat 28 Nov: Waikanae Community Market, 8am to 12noon
o Wed 2 Dec: Paekākāriki Library, 2pm-4pm
o Sat 5 Dec: Ōtaki Yard Market, 8am to 12noon
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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85.5% Yes
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13.4% No
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1.1% Other - I'll share below
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.
Food Recall: Equal brand European Dark Chocolate
A specific batch of Equal brand European Dark Chocolate is being recalled due to the presence of an undeclared allergen (milk).
People with a milk allergy or intolerance should not consume this product. If you are not allergic or intolerant to milk, this recall does not affect you.
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