And they're off: historic Forbury Park racing items to be auctioned
A mobile gate, a track groomer and an old dance floor are some mementoes from Dunedin's defunct Forbury Park set to go under the hammer.
The 110-year-old track held its farewell meeting on July 8, and now some 400 racing related items would be auctioned at the Forbury Park Chattels Auction on Friday, September 3.
“We are selling a bit of everything,” Forbury Park board member Lex Williams said.
That included the old dance floor, two branded beer pourers, and other Forbury Park branded items.
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Poll: When should the tree go up? 🎄
From what we've heard, some Christmas trees are already being assembled and decorated.
What are your thoughts on the best time to get your Christmas tree up?
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4.7% Second half of November
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43.5% 1st December
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17.7% A week before Christmas
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33% Whenever you wish
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1.1% Other - I'll share below
Poll: Should all neighbours have to contribute to improvements?
An Auckland court has ruled a woman doesn’t have to contribute towards the cost of fixing a driveway she shares with 10 neighbours.
When thinking about fences, driveways or tree felling, for example, do you think all neighbours should have to pay if the improvements directly benefit them?
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82.8% Yes
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14.4% No
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2.8% Other - I'll share below
What's your favourite tomato recipe?
Kia ora neighbours. We know your tomato plants are still growing, but we're looking ahead to the harvest already! If you've got a family recipe for tomatoes, we'd love to see it and maybe publish it in our magazine to share with our readers. Send your recipe to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz, and if we use it in the mag, you will receive a free copy of our February 2025 issue.
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