13 days ago

Poll: What do you think of this new sculpture?

Libby Totton Reporter from Cambridge Edition

It’s pointing the way to Taupiri, it’s 12 metres high, it weighs 12.5 tonnes and you simply can’t miss it.

The stunning new sculpture at the intersection of State Highway 1 and 29 in Piarere has been turning heads since its installation last month - but there is more to this mighty avian’s story than you might expect.

What do you think of this new sculpture? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).

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What do you think of this new sculpture?
  • 54.5% Love it
    54.5% Complete
  • 36.4% Not my thing
    36.4% Complete
  • 9.1% Other - explain in the comments
    9.1% Complete
11 votes
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1 day ago

Poll: Has your Kiwisaver taken a dip?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

With the US tariffs ramping up and the stock market taking a hit, many are noticing a change in their Kiwisaver amounts.

If you've had a peek at your Kiwisaver balance since, have you seen it decrease?

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Has your Kiwisaver taken a dip?
  • 86.3% Yes, it's decreased
    86.3% Complete
  • 10.7% Nope
    10.7% Complete
  • 3% Other - I'll share below
    3% Complete
364 votes
6 days ago

Poll: If you could rewind time, would you choose a different career?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

It might not be too late for you, but some people look back and wish they had taken a different career path.

If you could go back in time, would you choose something different? Let us know what you would have chosen in the comments below.

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If you could rewind time, would you choose a different career?
  • 58.5% Yes
    58.5% Complete
  • 41% No
    41% Complete
  • 0.5% Other - I'll share below
    0.5% Complete
1108 votes
4 hours ago

Scrumptious hot cross bun recipe

The Team from Patrick Hogan Village

Warm, fragrant hot cross buns are always a firm favourite in Ryman villages over the Easter holidays. It’s also the perfect time to spend with family – and what better way to create a festive atmosphere than by baking some delicious hot cross buns with your grandkids?

Nothing beats home-made, and this recipe, shared by Ryman chef Matt Orr, will make a perfect Easter treat. As they bake, your home will be filled with the sweet aromas of Easter, and you’ll have a wonderful snack to enjoy together. So, let’s get baking!

Click read more for the full recipe.

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