Changes to kerbside collections this Christmas
Recycling and Nelmac Rubbish Collection
No recycling and Nelmac rubbish collection on 25 Dec or 1 Jan. Collection will remain the same for Monday 24 and 31 December. The usual collection will be moved a day later than usual for both weeks (excluding Mondays). For example, if your usual collection is a Tuesday, it will be collected on Wednesday. Friday collection will be done on a Saturday. Collection will return to the usual days 7 January 2019. Please check with your provider for other collection services.
More information here
PASCOE STREET TRANSFER STATION
Closed 25 Dec.
Open 26 Dec 10.00am – 4.30pm.
Closed 1 Jan.
Open 2 Jan 10.00am – 4.30pm.
YORK VALLEY LANDFILL
Closed 25 Dec.
Open 26 Dec 10.00am – 2.00pm.
Closed 1 Jan.
Open 2 Jan 10.00am – 2.00pm.
A Neighbourly Riddle! Don’t Overthink It… Or Do?😜
Do you think you know the answer? Simply 'Like' this post if you know the answer and the big reveal will be posted in the comments at 2pm on the day!
If you multiply this number by any other number, the answer will always be the same. What number is this?
Poll: Should the government levy industries that contribute to financial hardship?
As reported in the Post, there’s a $30 million funding gap in financial mentoring. This has led to services closing and mentors stepping in unpaid just to keep helping people in need 🪙💰🪙
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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58.9% Yes, supporting people is important!
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26.3% No, individuals should take responsibility
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14.8% ... It is complicated
Have you got New Zealand's best shed? Show us and win!
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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