Waimakariri councillor Kirstyn Barnett to stand for mayor
Councillor Kirstyn Barnett has announced her intention to stand for Mayor of the Waimakariri District Council.
The third-term councillor said she had been considering the move for some time, and made the call as she approaches her 50th birthday in May.
Barnett joins fellow councillors Dan Gordon, Robbie Brine and Paul Williams in the mayoral race. Veteran politician Jo Kane has also announced she will stand.
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Many New Zealand gardens aren’t seeing as many monarch butterflies fluttering around their swan plants and flower beds these days — the hungry Asian paper wasp has been taking its toll.
Thanks to people like Alan Baldick, who’s made it his mission to protect the monarch, his neighbours still get to enjoy these beautiful butterflies in their own backyards.
Thinking about planting something to invite more butterflies, bees, and birds into your garden?
Thanks for your mahi, Alan! We hope this brings a smile!
Scam Alert: Fake information regarding December Bonuses from MSD
The Ministry of Social Development is reporting that fake information is circulating about new ‘December bonuses’ or ‘benefit increases’
If you get suspicious communication, please contact Netsafe.
Poll: Is it ok to regift something that you have been given?
🎁 Holiday Gift Chat!
Do you ever regift?
What’s your take on asking for a receipt if a gift doesn’t fit?
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78.8% Yes! It's better to regift what I don't need
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21.2% No. It's the thought and effort that matters
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