1067 days ago

Controversial Dome Valley landfill approved following split vote

Caroline Williams Reporter from Rodney Times

The controversial proposal to build a landfill in Auckland’s Dome Valley has been approved, despite stiff opposition.

Waste Management New Zealand will construct and operate the 60-hectare landfill on its 1000-hectare site after the project was granted resource consent on Monday.

A panel of independent commissioners, who heard evidence from the applicant, submitters, mana whenua and 20 Auckland Council specialists on the proposal, were split in their final decision.

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5 days ago

Poll: Have you ever been bullied?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

People associate bullying with children in schools, but it can actually stretch beyond childhood to workplaces or neighbourhoods.

This Friday is Pink Shirt Day, which began in Canada in 2007 when two students took a stand against homophobic bullying after a new student was harassed for wearing pink. People across the globe are now encouraged to wear pink on this day to take a stand against bullying and promote inclusivity.

Have you or your whānau ever experienced bullying? Share your thoughts on Pink Shirt Day below.

Type 'Not For Print' if you wish your comments to be excluded from the Conversations column of your local paper.

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Have you ever been bullied?
  • 80.2% Yes
    80.2% Complete
  • 19.5% No
    19.5% Complete
  • 0.3% Other - I'll share below
    0.3% Complete
1418 votes
7 hours ago

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The Team from Resene ColorShop Whangarei

Building framed bunk beds and finishing with curtains, Resene Indian Ink and Resene Colorwood Bark elevates the bach classic. Kids also love them at home. Find out how to create your own with these easy step by step instructions.

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1 day ago

The Red Cross Shop in Dargaville

The Team from Red Cross Shop Dargaville

The Red Cross Shop, 48 Victoria Street in Dargaville.

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