Library Restrictions Inequitable
I was surprised to be asked for my vaccine pass at the local library this weekend. I would have thought public libraries were exempt, along with supermarkets pharmacies etc. They are public spaces afterall, which ratepayers, vaccinated or not, contribute to.
While I appreciate the wishes of Council to keep staff safe, in reality the risk posed by a library visit is low. With over 92% vaccinated in the region, measures such as a limit on numbers, masks, screens and distancing will serve to reduce risk. Im curious what the rationale was for this decision. (Though no doubt if I ask, it will be treated as an OIR request and I'll have to wait until next year for a response). It seems like a step too far to me. What do others think?
Poll: Is dumping an issue in your neighbourhood?
There's nothing worse than strolling around the streets in your neighbourhood and seeing dumped rubbish.
Have you noticed this in your area? What could we do to combat this around the country?
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43.3% Yes, I've seen some illegal dumping
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56.1% No, our neighbourhood is pretty good
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0.6% Other - I'll share below
THE WAIKANAE BEACH INDOOR MARKET IS ON THIS SUNDAY
Venue Name:- Waikanae Beach Community Hall,
Street Address:- 22 Rauparaha Street, Waikanae Beach
Date and Time:- Sunday 13 October 10am – 1pm
Enjoy a Sunday Family day out with a visit this great Community Market which has highly talented stallholders showcasing a huge variety of quality items and GIFTS from locally grown and produced Plants, Seedlings, Flowers, award winning Olive Oil and Honey to Yummy Baking, Kids Books (meet the author), Sewing craft (including Dolls Clothes & Kids Dress Ups), Garden Art, Homewares, Crochet Toys, Up-cycled items and everything in between.
Meet up with friends and enjoy an outing at this great friendly Kapiti Community Event. Don't miss it....Support local!!
Neighbourly challenge: Who can solve the daily riddle?
I have a crown but am not a king.
I'm prickly on the outside but sweet within.
What am I?
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