195 days ago

Poll: Do you think we should be doing more about feral cats?

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

Craig Gillies puts gloves on before opening the chest freezer and pulling out the stiff frozen body of a feral cat.

DOC scientists are collecting the carcasses of feral cats to take samples, testing for toxoplasmosis disease - it’s all in the name of science, and the protection of the critically endangered Māui dolphin.

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Do you think we should be doing more about feral cats?
  • 0% Yes
    0% Complete
  • 0% No
    0% Complete
0 votes
More messages from your neighbours
16 days ago

Some Choice News!

Kia pai from Sharing the Good Stuff

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!

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1 day ago

Poll: Are our Kiwi summer holidays helping us recharge, or holding the economy back? ☀️🥝

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

There’s growing debate about whether New Zealand’s extended Christmas break (and the slowdown that comes with it) affects productivity.

Tracy Watkins has weighed in ... now it’s your turn. What’s your take? 🤔

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Are our Kiwi summer holidays helping us recharge, or holding the economy back? ☀️🥝
  • 73.6% We work hard, we deserve a break!
    73.6% Complete
  • 16.4% Hmm, maybe?
    16.4% Complete
  • 10% Yes!
    10% Complete
451 votes
8 hours ago

Ryman Village Open Days

Hilda Ross Retirement Village

Join us this Wednesday and explore our lifestyle, show homes and amenities.

More than just a place to live, Ryman villages are places where friendships grow, hobbies flourish and a genuine sense of community thrives.

The best way is to experience it for yourself. No appointment necessary!

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