Speaking on Nature
This month we have Nelson Pomeroy coming to talk about the humble bumblebee.
It's the story of a keeper of bumblebees, of the bumblebee life cycle, bumblebees as a pollination industry, and bumblebee conservation. Nelson has a strong academic background studying bumblebees which will make for fascinating insights into this much loved insect.
When:
7:30pm, Thursday, 08th August 2024
Where:
St Andrews Presbyterian Church Lounge
300 Market Road South, Hastings
ALL ARE WELCOME (bring a friend)
Poll: Do you think banning gang patches is reasonable?
With the government cracking down on gangs, it is now illegal for gang members to display their insignia in public places whether through clothing or their property.
This means arrests can be made if these patches are worn in places like restaurants, shops, on public transport or ferries, and on airplanes. Arrests were made recently at a funeral.
Do you think this ban is reasonable?
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76.3% Yes
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22.3% No
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1.4% Other - I'll share below
What's your favourite recipe for courgettes?
Kia ora neighbours. If you've got a family recipe for courgettes, we'd love to see it and maybe publish it in our magazine. Send your recipe to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz, and if we use it in the mag, you will receive a free copy of our January 2025 issue.
CAROLS ON THE GREEN
Sunday 1 December, 4-6.30pm, on H N Village Green. Koha sausage sizzle, Santa, Bay Cities's Symphonic Band, Dianne Abraham, Men in Black, Hukarere Girls' College, carol singing. Bring your chairs and a picnic basket and join the festivities. If inclement weather, we'll move into the church.