Make some new friends at Pūkaha
Neighbours Day Aotearoa, is all about turning strangers into neighbours and neighbours into friends. We’re encouraging people who have never visited before to haere mai and to come and say kia ora!
If you know someone who hasn’t visited for a while or who’s never been inside our reserve, please invite them to visit or consider accompanying them? Our friendly staff will give you all a warm welcome.
We are also offering 20% off an introductory one hour guided tour up to the 30th of March. Bookings essential, please call (06) 375 8004 if you’d like to book your spot.
Spring gardening tips
Dreaming of a garden bursting with colour and fresh produce? Shane Fairbairn, Ryman Healthcare’s Landscape Manager, shares his top tips to make it happen. You’ll be set to create a gorgeous, relaxing space in no time - grab your trowel, and let’s dig in.
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Poll: Do you think NZ should ban social media for youth?
The Australian Prime Minister has expressed plans to ban social media use for children.
This would make it illegal for under 16-year-olds to have accounts on platforms including TikTok, Instagram, Facebook and X.
Social media platforms would be tasked with ensuring children have no access (under-age children and their parents wouldn’t be penalised for breaching the age limit)
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Do you think NZ should follow suit? Vote in our poll and share your thoughts below.
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84% Yes
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14.7% No
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1.3% Other - I'll share below
What's your favourite recipe for courgettes?
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.