Asbestos found at Oratia District School
Kia ora neighbours, asbestos has been found in the grounds of Oratia District School, and almost a year later, it is yet to be removed.
The asbestos was detected, along with concentrations of lead, mercury and arsenic, in soil at the school more than eight months ago.
Since August 2022, orange safety mesh has been placed around part of the school field to keep students away from the contaminated zone.
Leo Foley, who has two children at the school, and was on the board of trustees in 2022, said he is increasingly worried the issue hasn’t been fixed.
“The area has been cordoned off, but I’ve witnessed multiple children playing there as it’s very easy to get around.”
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Poll: Would you rather: Christmas in summer forever or winter forever?
Just a bit of a fun poll to get you thinking.
If you had to live out your Christmas days, would you prefer it was a summer Christmas or a winter Christmas?
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62.7% Summer
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35.9% Winter
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1.4% Other - I'll share below
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