Are smoke-free town centres a good thing? What town should try it next?
Hanmer Springs will continue its smoke and vape-free initiative after a successful six-month trial.
The trial in the North Canterbury tourist hotspot's central village ran from February to August.
Survey findings released this week showed visitors were the most supportive of the smokefree initiative, despite initial concern from local businesses about the effect on tourism.
What do you think about the trial? Should your town try it too? Tell us your thoughts in the comments below.
Poll: Should all neighbours have to contribute to improvements?
An Auckland court has ruled a woman doesn’t have to contribute towards the cost of fixing a driveway she shares with 10 neighbours.
When thinking about fences, driveways or tree felling, for example, do you think all neighbours should have to pay if the improvements directly benefit them?
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82.3% Yes
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15% No
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2.7% Other - I'll share below
USED SUPERMARKET BAGS
URGENT, owing to increased sales we urgently need more used supermarket bags. Please drop off at our shop, CHCH CITY MISSION shop in the Gables Arcade Rangiora. THANKYOU.
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.