Avian botulism at Pharazyn Reserve
⚠️ There’s currently an outbreak of avian botulism within the Pharazyn Reserve area between Waikanae Beach and Peka Peka.
This disease can cause paralysis and death in birds, and while low risk to humans it can make cats and dogs very sick. Please keep yourself and your animals away from any dead birds you may find in or near our waterways and don’t let them eat dead birds or fish.
Here's how you can help us contain outbreaks:
🦆 Avoid feeding ducks – it’s better to encourage them to forage naturally.
🦆 If you do feed the birds, don’t feed them bread – it can rot in ponds and promote the growth of botulism bacteria
🦆 Pick up your pet’s waste and dispose of it properly.
🦆 Report any dead birds in Council parks and public spaces, please phone us on 04 296 4700 or 0800 486 486.
🦆 Let your friends and family know how they can help to reduce avian botulism.
🦆 If you have wetlands on your property and find dead birds or other animals, use gloves and dispose of them immediately.
To find out more, visit www.kapiticoast.govt.nz...
Live Q&A: Garden maintenance with Crewcut
This Wednesday, we're having another Neighbourly Q&A session. This time with John Bracewell from Crewcut.
John Bracewell, former Black Caps coach turned Franchisee Development Manager and currently the face of Crewcut’s #Movember campaign, knows a thing or two about keeping the grass looking sharp—whether it’s on a cricket pitch or in your backyard!
As a seasoned Crewcut franchisee, John is excited to answer your lawn and gardening questions. After years of perfecting the greens on the field, he's ready to share tips on how to knock your garden out of the park. Let's just say he’s as passionate about lush lawns as he is about a good game of cricket!
John is happy to answer questions about lawn mowing, tree/hedge trimming, tidying your garden, ride on mowing, you name it! He'll be online on Wednesday, 27th of November to answer them all.
Share your question below now ⬇️
Riddle Alert! Who’s Up for Some Brain-Busting Fun?
4-letter word, always done tomorrow,
We’re out of tea, the ultimate sorrow!
Without the eye, you owe me some money,
No sugar no nectar no sweetness no honey,
4-letter word, if by chance you choose,
You can never win, you can only lose!
What is the 4-letter word?
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Poll: Should all neighbours have to contribute to improvements?
An Auckland court has ruled a woman doesn’t have to contribute towards the cost of fixing a driveway she shares with 10 neighbours.
When thinking about fences, driveways or tree felling, for example, do you think all neighbours should have to pay if the improvements directly benefit them?
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82.5% Yes
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14.9% No
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2.6% Other - I'll share below
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