Rare sighting of humpback whales off New Brighton Pier
A rare sighting of a humpback whale and its calf just off the coast of Christchurch has been captured on film.
South New Brighton resident Hugo Kristinsson, 59, was walking on New Brighton Beach when he spotted what appeared to be a mother humpback whale and her calf about 200 metres off New Brighton Pier about midday on Thursday.
It was the first time Kristinsson had experienced such a sighting in the 29 years he had lived in the coastal suburb.
“It was fascinating and really uplifting. It gives people something to smile about.”
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Poll: Do you think NZ should ban social media for youth?
The Australian Prime Minister has expressed plans to ban social media use for children.
This would make it illegal for under 16-year-olds to have accounts on platforms including TikTok, Instagram, Facebook and X.
Social media platforms would be tasked with ensuring children have no access (under-age children and their parents wouldn’t be penalised for breaching the age limit)
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Do you think NZ should follow suit? Vote in our poll and share your thoughts below.
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84% Yes
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14.7% No
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1.3% Other - I'll share below
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.
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