Family History : a few words can make a sentence, getting started in writing family history with Bruce Ralston
This session will encourage you to tackle your accumulated research and knowledge and create useful narratives for family and friends. Wednesday 18 August 12pm -1pm join us for tea/coffee and a biscuit while we Zoom this free talk on the big TV. 16 Highland Park Drive, Highland Park 2010. Bruce is editor of The New Zealand Genealogist and chair of the Ted Gilberd Literary Trust that supports the writing of family history. While a published family history is a fine objective, there are many other ways to tackle the matter in smaller bites. Come in to the library and hear more.
Poll: Is the increase in disability parking fines fair?
In October, the fine for parking in a designated mobility car park without a permit has jumped from $150 to $750—a 400% increase!
The goal is to keep these spaces open for those who truly need them. Do you think this big increase in the fine is fair? Share your thoughts below.
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89.1% Yes, it's fair
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10.3% No, it's unreasonable
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0.7% Other - I'll share below
🌿✨ Exciting Transformation Ahead! ✨🌿
Next week, I’ll be bringing life back to gardens in the community! Whether it's a cozy corner or a sprawling yard, I'm here to create beautiful outdoor spaces that thrive. 🌼💚
Got gardening inquiries or want to book a service? Drop me a line at infogardenm@gmail.com. I can’t wait to help your garden flourish!
For more inspiration and updates, check out my Instagram: @_amylouisegarden_ 🌱
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Smoke in Mt Wellington
Smoke has been seen coming from the crater of the Auckland maunga Mt Wellington.
Images of the smoke began appearing on social media on Friday afternoon.
Around 1.45pm, Fire and Emergency (Fenz) shift manager Josh Pennefather told the NZ Herald a crew was fighting a fire of about 60 square metres in size.
”It’s spreading up hill … [but] there’s no property at risk at this stage,” Pennefather said.
Six fire trucks were in attendance working to contain a grass fire that's spreading up the maunga.
A helicopter was on its way to assist firefighting efforts, he added.
At 2pm, Pennefather shared that the fire was contained and they were working to extinguish it, including “keeping an eye on a whole bunch of hot spots“.