đ Our Fire and Emergency crews have been kept busy lately
And theyâre once again reminding everyone: please donât light fires when itâs windy.
Central Otago will move into a restricted fire season from 1 December 2025, which means anyone planning an outdoor fire will need to apply for a permit and plan ahead.
So weâd love to ask you â how do you make sure youâre being fire-safe at this time of year?
Neighbourhood Challenge: Who Can Crack This One? âïžâđ„â
What has a head but no brain?
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Scam Alert: Fake information regarding December Bonuses from MSD
The Ministry of Social Development is reporting that fake information is circulating about new âDecember bonusesâ or âbenefit increasesâ
If you get suspicious communication, please contact Netsafe.
Poll: Are Kiwis allergic to âexuberanceâ? đ„
In The Postâs opinion piece on the developments set to open across Aotearoa in 2026, John Coop suggests that, as a nation, weâre âallergic to exuberance.â
We want to know: Are we really allergic to showing our excitement?
Is it time to lean into a more optimistic view of the place we call home? As big projects take shape and new opportunities emerge, perhaps itâs worth asking whether a little more confidence (and enthusiasm!) could do us some good.
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40.8% Yes
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33.7% Maybe?
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25.5% No
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