Hanmer Springs town centre first in NZ to become smoke and vapefree
Residents and tourists in Hanmer Springs are being encouraged to give the gift of fresh air this Valentines Day, with the launch of a six-month trial adding to the town's existing smokefree zones.
The trial, starting on Thursday (February 14), is a joint initiative by the Cancer Society, the Canterbury District Health Board and the Hanmer Springs Community Board, with support from the Hurunui District Council.
Cancer Society health promotion adviser Cheryl Ford says people are already asked not to smoke in the town's parks, playgrounds and reserves.
The trial will add to that initiative by encouraging people to keep key public spaces such as the main street, Amuri Ave and Conical Hill Rd both smokefree and vapefree.
Poll: Do you think banning gang patches is reasonable?
With the government cracking down on gangs, it is now illegal for gang members to display their insignia in public places whether through clothing or their property.
This means arrests can be made if these patches are worn in places like restaurants, shops, on public transport or ferries, and on airplanes. Arrests were made recently at a funeral.
Do you think this ban is reasonable?
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75.8% Yes
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22.8% No
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1.4% Other - I'll share below
Raspberry plants $10-20ea and Thornless Blackberry plants $10-25ea
This sale is for raspberry plants ($15 or $20 each depending on size) and thornless blackberry plants ($25 or $20 each depending on size).
Discounts for bulk purchases.
All plants are in top-quality soil.
All raspberries have been transplanted from existing Clutha, Heritage and Lewis varieties. They produce fantastic raspberries. The thornless blackberries are Black Satin.
Pick up in Rangiora. However, for a $80 purchase, I'm happy to deliver within 30 minutes of Rangiora for an extra $10.
*Pick up my free ‘How To Grow Raspberries’ guide with your purchase.*
We need to exchange mobile numbers before pickup.
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.
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