Len Lye costs - for concerned ratepayers
See write-up in Daily News this morning. Despite the Council's CEO saying they had missed the boat with monitoring the LLC they are still espousing the virtues of the LLC. Not that it is all about money but a return of $2.73 for each dollar spent by ratepayers is not very good. Even 20 - 30 years ago a return of $4 was the norm. From the visitor figures they keep quoting we appear to have a viable gallery so I continue to question the overheads. Only my opinion; but I have made a point of visiting the centre (9 times to date) but must say 50% of those times I came away disappointed (I wonder what paying visitors think). At worst it was as though it was closed. we may have had just over 17000 paying customers over last year but surely they are entitled to a decent display. I went as recently as yesterday and came away only partly satisfied. There was no Len Lye exhibit that I could see and minimal use is still only being made of the wonderful first gallery (I was able to sit on one of those great decorative wooden seats and listen to the music but that is not normally the case). The second gallery was closed but due to open Saturday so I hope to go again soon. For the rest it was good to see the many weaving exhibits but a bit more variety would be good. Come on Council we can do better.
Poll: Are our Kiwi summer holidays helping us recharge, or holding the economy back? ☀️🥝
There’s growing debate about whether New Zealand’s extended Christmas break (and the slowdown that comes with it) affects productivity.
Tracy Watkins has weighed in ... now it’s your turn. What’s your take? 🤔
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72.9% We work hard, we deserve a break!
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16.1% Hmm, maybe?
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11% Yes!
Give Music a Go, Summer Holiday Music Programme
The Taranaki School of Music is holding a fun and interactive School Holiday Music Programme in New Plymouth next month.
Discover the joy of music with lots of musical activities and try out different music instruments with professional tutors. This is aimed at 7 - 13 year age groups. Held in the mornings of 19- 21 st. January 2026 at the City Life Church.
Cost $90 for 3 sessions. Limited financial assistance available.
For information, registration, contact Jocelyn Beath, 021 144 1681, joc.beath@xtra.co.nz.
Secure your homes over summer
Police are reminding people to keep their homes secure during the summer months.
Inspector Glenda Barnaby, Christchurch Area Prevention manager, says daytime burglaries are just as common as nightime burglaries.
“Burglaries can be committed at any time of the day, and coming into warmer months there is more opportunity for thieves."
"Although a majority of burglaries involve forced entry through windows and doors, we are starting to see more incidents at insecure premises. Police deal with cases where burglaries are committed in broad daylight, sometimes even while the victim is at home. Good weather means open doors and windows, which makes homes more vulnerable to burglars.”
Inspector Barnaby says there’s a few things people can do to reduce their changes of a burglary being committed.
⚠️ If you’re going outside for gardening, relaxing in the sun, or working in the garage, take a moment to lock your doors and secure your windows first.
⚠️ Do the same at night when you go to bed - keep your doors and windows secure and close your curtains. Fitting window stays means you can get a breeze coming through, while keeping your windows secure.
⚠️ Get to know your neighbours - let them know if you’re going away and look out for one another.”
If you see any suspicious activity, people or vehicles in your neighbourhood, don't hesitate to contact Police.
If you witness or suspect any illegal activity, please call 111 if it is happening now, or make a report through 105 either online or over the phone, if it is after the fact.
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