Poll: Could we live without public bins?
Many public rubbish bins are being removed by councils due to the large costs of regularly emptying them. Do you think we can adapt and live without them?
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11.6% Yes
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87.9% No
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0.6% Other - I'll share below
u3a monthly meeting - Monday 6 May
Hear Toni Ashton speak about Tiritiri Matangi Island: a model of conservation.
Toni is a retired Professor of Health Economics, and has been a guide on Tiritiri Matangi Island for 8 years. Toni will talk about how the island has been transformed from a barren wasteland to a thriving forest full of rare native birds.
Meet as usual at 10am at the Birkenhead Bowling Club. Visitors are welcome.
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When less is more
Turn old school chairs into a stylishly understated set with this simple DIY project and Resene finishes.
Find out more how to refresh your furniture with this handy advice.