Choice News Tuesday: Spring is in full swing, and the birds are getting busy š£
Springās here, and with it comes warmer weather and lots of activity from our birds. Itās a great time to get outsideāmany birds are easier to spot as they build nests, raise their chicks, or return from their Arctic adventures š
Keen to do some backyard birdwatching? The Department of Conservation have put together a nifty guide on how to plan and plant a garden that attracts native birds.
We hope this brings a smile!
Roadworks on SH1 between Hampton Downs and Rangiriri
From 7 to 18 December, there will be night-time closures on SH1 between Hampton Downs and Rangiriri (Sundays to Thursdays, 9pm to 5am) to carry out wire rope barrier maintenance. Please expect delays when travelling through this area.
Poll: Should we be giving the green light to new mining projects? š°š²
The Environmental Protection Authority announced this week that a proposed mine in Central Otago (near Cromwell) is about to enter its fast-track assessment process. A final decision could come within six months, and if itās approved, construction might start as early as mid-2026.
We want to know: Should mining projects like this move ahead?
Keen to dig deeper? Mike White has the scoop.
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53.1% Yes
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46.9% No
Hospital ED new location of interest in measles spread
Waikato Hospitalās Emergency Department is the latest location of interest for measles.
Two separate days in the last week were listed on Health NZās website on Friday morning as a place where someone with measles was known to have visited.
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