Do you want to be a supporter of young people?
Have you always wanted to be able to say you are a 'Patron of the Arts'?
Or that you significantly support youth development?
Well... this is the opportunity for you!!
Youth Arts New Zealand (YANZ) has launched its Patron's Programme laser focussed on supporting Aotearoa's creative future. This is your invitation to back our young creatives by becoming a Founding Patron of a very ambitious young organisation.
Run by an awesome team of young creatives, with an experienced governing Board, and a track record of amazing events this is an organisation with huge impact potential, and will be the one to watch in this space!
So be part of something extraordinary and become a YANZ Parton now!
For more information contact Matthew Goldsworthy via the YANZ website or drop me a message, I'm always happy to talk about amazing young people!
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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77% Yes
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21.6% 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