Taking the pulse with Paora: Plastic wet wipes ban has ‘potential’, local MP says
Reporter Paora Manuel has been out and about again, asking locals what they think - and checking in with the decision makers too.
One local MP is open to the possibility of banning plastic wet wipes in New Zealand.
But the Environment Minister is wiping out any suggestions that we go ahead and follow the UK’s lead.
What do you think? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).
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? 💰🌲
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 it’s 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 Hospital’s Emergency Department is the latest location of interest for measles.
Two separate days in the last week were listed on Health NZ’s website on Friday morning as a place where someone with measles was known to have visited.
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