Waikanae Library and Service Centre closed this week
COVID-19 and the winter flu are continuing to have an impact on our ability to provide services and community facilities. This week we've closed our Waikanae Library and Service Centre to enable resources to be diverted to our customer contact centre and primary service desk in Paraparaumu, and Paraparaumu and Ōtaki Libraries.
We acknowledge that any reduction in service is not ideal but this is temporary. We are hopeful that the Waikanae Library and Service Centre will reopen on Monday 1 August, subject to staff availability.
Keep an eye on our website and Council, Kāpiti Coast District Libraries Facebook pages for updates.
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
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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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.