Poll: Is doing your bit to address climate change a priority for you in 2023?

The environment is on the mind for North Islanders after a recent study by the University of Auckland that found that Aucklanders are inhaling large amounts of airborne microplastics.

Some New Zealanders are trying to do their bit for climate change by biking more, planting trees, trying Meat-Free Mondays and only purchasing used clothing.

Vote in the poll and share any thoughts below - if you don't wish for your comments to be shared in the We Say You Say column of your local paper alongside your first name and suburb, simply add Not For Print.

Is doing your bit to address climate change a priority for you in 2023?

4.4% Yes - it's a new year's resolution

4.4% Complete
51.4% Yes, but it's been a priority to me for awhile now

51.4% Complete
44.3% No - I won't be making any changes to my life

44.3% Complete

1328 votes

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Poll: Is it rude to talk on the phone on a bus?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Buses can be a relaxing way to get home if you have a seat and enough space. However, it can be off-putting when someone is taking a phone call next to you.

Do you think it's inconsiderate for people to have lengthy phone calls on a bus? Vote in the poll, and add your comments below.

Is it rude to talk on the phone on a bus?

64.4% Yes

64.4% Complete
33.3% No

33.3% Complete
2.4% Other - I'll share below

2.4% Complete

2166 votes

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folding canvas wardrobe

Ron from Greenmeadows

If anyone got a folding canvas wardrobe, did not have the shelving with it, at the Anderson Park recycling day last Sat and you are missing the shelving I have them. Please contact Ron 06 8440644.