2083 days ago

The arrogance of Mayor Dalton knows no bounds.

It is a Westminster parliamentary convention that in the event of an equal or tied vote that the speaker or chairperson or in our case mayor does not vote but refers the matter back to the chamber or committee for further discussion to reach a majority vote.

In the case of a Mayors vanity big spending project this convention should be respected even more. Of course I am referring to the proposed new swimming pool complex to be sited on Prebensen Drive and Dalton's use of his casting vote to achieve this.

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2 days ago

Poll: Do you think banning gang patches is reasonable?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

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?

Do you think banning gang patches is reasonable?

76.4% Yes

76.4% Complete
22.3% No

22.3% Complete
1.3% Other - I'll share below

1.3% Complete

1811 votes

18 days ago

What's your favourite recipe for courgettes?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

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.