Wet and wild weather, Nelson Bays
Police are advising motorists to avoid all unnecessary travel in the Nelson Bays area this morning.
The area is being hit by adverse weather conditions with flooding across the area and road closures likely.
Especially avoid: Belgrove, Wakefield, Brightwater, Richmond, Whakatu Drive, Appleby, Redwood, Riwaka.
In extreme conditions, please limit yourself to essential travel only, ensure you have had your brakes and windscreen wipers checked.
Reducing speed, using headlights and watching your visibility will also ensure a safe trip.
Poll: Should we be giving the green light to new mining projects? 💰🌲
The Environmental Protection Authority announced this week that a proposed mine in Central Otago (near Cromwell) is about to enter its fast-track assessment process. A final decision could come within six months, and if it’s approved, construction might start as early as mid-2026.
We want to know: Should mining projects like this move ahead?
Keen to dig deeper? Mike White has the scoop.
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53.5% Yes
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46.5% No
A riddle to start the festive season 🌲🎁🌟
I'm a fruit. If you take away my first letter, I'm a crime. If you take away my first two letters, I'm an animal. If you take away my first and last letter, I'm a form of music. What am I?
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