Furore after new sign ‘bans’ dogs, walkers, horses from Pirongia’s Sainsbury Forest
The out-of-the-blue appearance of a sign banning dogs, walkers and other users from a Waipā forest has sparked a backlash and a council apology for the “confusion”.
The sign was installed at Sainsbury Forest and the Pirongia Mountain Bike Park on September 5, with symbols showing only mountain bikers were allowed. Dirt bikes, dog walkers, walkers, and horse riders were not.
Got more greens than you know what to do with? 🥦🌱🥕
Whether it’s a courgette takeover or a feijoa frenzy, don’t let those garden gems go to waste!
Our suggestion to you: Did you know you can grate and freeze excess courgettes to use in chocolate cake later? It sounds a bit dodgy, but it makes the cake incredibly moist ... and hey, it counts as a serving of veg, right? 🍫
What’s your go-to move for a bumper harvest? Drop your best "glut" recipes or preservation hacks in the comments below! 👇
Drone ‘incident’ during Balloons Over Waikato landing
A pilot taking part in Balloons Over Waikato had an incident with a drone in Hamilton on Tuesday morning.
The incident happened while the balloon was landing at Wake Park, near Aberdeen School in Dinsdale.
Poll: Does a savoury scone require cheese on top, or folded inside?
Help settle the great kiwi debate ... cheese on top, or folded inside?
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76.7% Inside!
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23.3% On top!
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