Keen to keep it clean and green?
Whether it’s the beach, Mauao, or a 500-year-old Pohutakawa tree, the natural beauty and history of the Mount to Arataki area has been cherished by generations of residents and visitors, from the original inhabitants of the area to people from all around the globe.
Tell us your ideas for protecting, preserving, and enhancing the land, air, water, and biodiversity of the Mount to Arataki area via the link below.
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Your feedback will help us create a plan for the Mount to Arataki area that will set the direction for the next 30 years.
Poll: Do you think banning gang patches is reasonable?
With the government cracking down on gangs, it is now illegal for gang members to display their insignia in public places whether through clothing or their property.
This means arrests can be made if these patches are worn in places like restaurants, shops, on public transport or ferries, and on airplanes. Arrests were made recently at a funeral.
Do you think this ban is reasonable?
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76.4% Yes
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22.3% No
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1.4% 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.
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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82.1% Yes
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15.2% No
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2.7% Other - I'll share below