1423 days ago

Dairy owner chases man with gun

Nicholas Boyack Reporter from Community News

Don't mess with Paksha Mukesh Patel.​
The plucky Hastings dairy owner chased an armed robber out of her dairy after he demanded money.
Patel said she was a “little bit scared” during the ordeal, but wanted to protect what was hers.

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4 days ago

Poll: Is the increase in disability parking fines fair?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

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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Is the increase in disability parking fines fair?
  • 88.6% Yes, it's fair
    88.6% Complete
  • 10.8% No, it's unreasonable
    10.8% Complete
  • 0.7% Other - I'll share below
    0.7% Complete
3698 votes
6 days ago

Combining biking with bus travel

Sue from Brooklyn

Hi neighbours
Anyone out there who, like me, would love to bike more, but have difficulty getting their bike on the rack on the bus ? It's sometimes necessary, so as to avoid steep hills and roads where I don't feel safe.
Metlink say their drivers aren't meant to help.

3 days ago

Just dough it

The Team from Resene ColorShop Basin Reserve

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.

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