2000 days ago

Poll: Is it time to lower the speed limit on NZ's open roads?

Stacey Reporter from Stuff

Long-term road safety data from NZTA suggests speed limits on almost 90 per cent of the country's roads are too high and should be lowered.

In 2019 so far, 172 people have been killed on New Zealand's roads, six more than at the same time last year.

Ministry of Transport data for 2016, the most recent available on its website, makes for sobering reading – 328 deaths from 286 fatal road crashes, or 0.9 deaths for every 10,000 vehicles.

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Is it time to lower the speed limit on NZ's open roads?
  • 27.7% Yes
    27.7% Complete
  • 72.3% No
    72.3% Complete
2119 votes
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1 hour ago

‘Devastated’ Lake Taupō Aqua Park owners first casualty of gold clams

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

The owners of a once popular water park are “absolutely devastated” after becoming the first casualty of freshwater gold clams in the Waikato region.

Lake Taupō Aqua Park will permanently close as a way to ensure the elimination of freshwater clams after being temporarily shuttered in March when Biosecurity New Zealand discovered the presence of the invasive species in the lagoon.

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2 hours ago

Childrens Arts Therapy

Arts for Health from Arts for Health Community Trust

Our focus this term is children aged 5yrs to 8yrs for personal growth and creative well being in a safe & happy environment. Your child will play, stretch their imagination, and expand their creativity.

Starts Wednesday 12th February - 2nd April
4pm - 5.30pm

$85 for the term, 8 x weeks
5 - 9 years old

Book here - www.artsforhealth.co.nz...

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3 hours ago

Pamela’s Kiwi food tour

Hilda Ross Retirement Village

Pamela, a resident of Bert Sutcliffe Village, has a passion for good food, great company, and exploring new places. A seasoned traveller and cruising enthusiast, Pamela has sailed to numerous destinations, sampling local cuisines along the way.

Closer to home, alongside her son-in-law and daughter, she has discovered a variety of restaurants that showcase the diversity of New Zealand’s culinary scene. Whether you’re planning a road trip, dreaming about your next cruise, or simply searching for a great dining spot, these are Pamela’s top food recommendations to inspire your next adventure.

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