Open day for Coastguard Air Patrol - 16th Dec
Northland Coastguard Air Patrol is seeking volunteers to take the opportunity to join a friendly and efficient team doing a vital job within the national Coastguard network. If you are fit, interested, and community-spirited then Coastguard could have a place for you.
Come along to see what the Unit is about at an Open Day from 10am on the 16th of December, adjacent to the Air New Zealand terminal at Kerikeri Airport.
Currently there are positions within the Air Patrol for pilots*, observers, radio operators and support staff. There is an immediate need for the roles of treasurer, and admin staff, so if your skills match up, then please contact the Unit using the details following.
The Unit meets for training on the first and third Sunday morning of each month at Kerikeri Airport.
Come and have a look and a chat:
Northland Coastguard Air Patrol
e: northcapair@gmail.com
m: 027 285 3382
* pilot roles require special criteria. Please contact Northland Coastguard Air Patrol to see if you meet the requirements.
Poll: Should the government levy industries that contribute to financial hardship?
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One proposed solution? Small levies on industries that profit from financial hardship — like banks, casinos, and similar companies.
So we want to hear what you think:
Should the government ask these industries to contribute?
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59.4% Yes, supporting people is important!
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26.3% No, individuals should take responsibility
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14.3% ... It is complicated
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Once again, Resene and NZ Gardener are on the hunt for New Zealand’s best shed! Send in the photos and the stories behind your man caves, she sheds, clever upcycled spaces, potty potting sheds and colourful chicken coops. The Resene Shed of the Year 2026 winner receives $1000 Resene ColorShop voucher, a $908 large Vegepod Starter Pack and a one-year subscription to NZ Gardener. To enter, tell us in writing (no more than 500 words) why your garden shed is New Zealand’s best, and send up to five high-quality photos by email to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz. Entries close February 23, 2026.
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The Press investigates the growing reliance on your unpaid labour.
Automation (or the “unpaid shift”) is often described as efficient ... but it tends to benefit employers more than consumers.
We want to know: What do you think about automation?
Are you for, or against?
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9.7% For. Self-service is less frustrating and convenient.
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43.1% I want to be able to choose.
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47.2% Against. I want to deal with people.
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