Election nominations close soon
The door to the last chance saloon is closing as the date to be nominated for upcoming Council elections nears.
The last date to have your name put forward – by two people who must be over 18 and whose names appear on the electoral roll within the ward you’re standing – is this Friday, 12 August, at 12 noon.
There are three wards in Porirua – Pāuatahanui (4 seats), Onepoto (5 seats), Parirua (Māori ward, 1 seat), and the mayoralty.
Poll: Is the increase in disability parking fines fair?
In October, the fine for parking in a designated mobility car park without a permit has jumped from $150 to $750—a 400% increase!
The goal is to keep these spaces open for those who truly need them. Do you think this big increase in the fine is fair? Share your thoughts below.
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89.4% Yes, it's fair
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9.8% No, it's unreasonable
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0.7% Other - I'll share below
Just dough it
With three basic ingredients and a bit of creativity, you can give old containers new life with Resene testpots.
Find out how to create your own with these easy step by step instructions.
Do you recognise any of these bikes? 🚲
Wellington Police have recently recovered eight bikes and would like to reunite them with their owners.
If you believe one is yours, head to the Wellington Police Station to retrieve your property. Make sure to bring either a proof of purchase or serial number to prove ownership.
To have a proper look, click on any image to enlarge it.
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