Opinions

Viewpoint – Penlink a top priority

Thu, 2 Nov 2023

Firstly, can I please thank you all for the incredible and humbling support you gave me at our recent general election. I take my public...

Youth Voice – Smashing study

Tue, 31 Oct 2023

It is every student’s “favourite” time of year – exams – a time that brings about many emotions.  There is the potential for increased anxiety...

Cuisine – Keto friendly fudge

Mon, 30 Oct 2023

The perfect sweet treat when those cravings kick in, but you’re on a low carb diet. Yields: 12 (4x4cm squares)125g butter75g Whole Earth Baker’s secret...

Book Reviews – Prophet – Normal Rules Don’t Apply

Tue, 24 Oct 2023

Prophetby MacDonald + Sin Blache Modern day warfare novel at its quirkiest … An American diner appears overnight in a British field. It’s not quite...

Gardening – A touch of the tropics

Tue, 24 Oct 2023

I’ve been revelling in frangipani on the beautiful island of Bali, which has masses of frangipani planted along street verges, home gardens, overhanging resort pools...

Viewpoint – Playing your part

Tue, 24 Oct 2023

I have really enjoyed my first year on the Rodney Local Board, especially meeting so many of you. Unity and collaboration are the backbone of...

Mahurangi Matters, 23 October 2023 – Readers Letters

Tue, 24 Oct 2023

Island weka threat In the article headed, Strong feelings voiced on both sides of Kawau pest plan (MM Sept 25), it recorded that, ‘The fact...

Viewpoint – ‘Oliver’s office’ open 

Thu, 19 Oct 2023

Although my family and I have lived on the Hibiscus Coast for many years, there is never a day that goes by that I don’t...

Viewpoint – Unexpected challenges

Wed, 11 Oct 2023

Speed bumps, potholes and speed limits – these are the three key topics that got me elected as a representative of the people. As a...

Mahurangi Matters, 9 October 2023 – Off the Record

Wed, 11 Oct 2023

Crash course Rodney Local Board members were all ears when Matakana Community Group appeared at its September meeting to explain about plans for a pump...

Mahurangi Matters, 9 October 2023 – Readers Letters

Wed, 11 Oct 2023

Kawau powder keg There seems to be some misunderstandings about the impacts of wallabies and possums on Kawau Island regarding fire risk.    As it stands,...

Youth voice – ‘Culture of courage’ may change stats

Thu, 5 Oct 2023

Did you know that NZ unfortunately ranks among the countries with the highest incidence of bullying? Shockingly, 32 percent of NZ students report experiencing bullying...