Rare duck visits Invercargill
A Northern Pintail duck has unexpectedly arrived in the New River Estuary in Invercargill.
Department of Conservation ranger Sean Jacques, a birdwatcher in his spare time, noticed the Pintail on an impromptu visit to the estuary at the weekend.
“This is a really rare bird down here ... I was extremely happy to see it,” Jacques said.
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Poll: Is the increase in disability parking fines fair?
In October, the fine for parking in a designated mobility car park without a permit has jumped from $150 to $750—a 400% increase!
The goal is to keep these spaces open for those who truly need them. Do you think this big increase in the fine is fair? Share your thoughts below.
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89.4% Yes, it's fair
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9.8% No, it's unreasonable
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