WHAT WOULD GET YOU TO VOTE?
Addressing climate change? Improving housing? Fixing the roads?
When candidates run for positions like Upper Hutt Mayor or Councillor, they do it by championing issues that matter to the people who live here.
You can find out who’s running in the Local Elections this year and whether they’ll prioritise what’s important to you by:
☝️Reading the candidate information included in your voting papers
☝️Checking out the policy.nz elections tool
Voting papers have been delivered to those enrolled to vote, so make sure you submit your vote by midday, 8 October
P.S. There’s still time to apply for a special voting form if you didn't enrol. Head to our website to see if you’re eligible
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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76.3% 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