Pacific Islands have no loyalty to NZ apart from ensuring they get mega millions of dollars in non accountable annual aid. People are very naive if they think these islands will not sign up for aid from China which in turn will build large ports and lend or give money to rebuild and modernize. In the future China will be able to claim these ports which they paid for and build any military bases they wish. No amount of NZ aid will deter the pacific islanders from turning down billions of dollars from China.
What is the speed limit for running, jogging, skateboarding, cycling on the footpath? Suggest all councilors wear high viz vests when ambling along the foot path to prevent any more being frightened.
The most economical, painless and effective method is by a firing squad. No choice to these inmates. Did they give their victims a choice of how they wished to die?
I used to support the rebuilding of this great church. But recently with the obvious delaying tactics of the Anglican Church I dont think it is any closer to being rebuilt. I would fully support the CCC and the Govt withdrawing all funding immediately to put an end to this on going fiasco once and for all.The Anglicans own the land and Church,so let them use their insurance payout and build and pay for for a new one. Otherwise demolish and clear the site,plant trees and provide public seating. A suitable plaque could be erected about the church and its history.
We ordered a bedroom suite from Smiths City in Christchurch this week,which is manufactured by Coastwood Furniture on the West Coast using local Radiata pine. We talked to the salesman about other types of timber. He said manufacturers are unable to purchase any wind blown Rimu lying on the ground as it must be left to rot under present government legislation. As an alternative manufacturers import a similar quality wood from Fiji. This is a situation forced on us by a few people.I totally agree with trying to get the law changed to allow recovery.
If ever caught they face a weak Judge, with an excellent free public appointed lawyer. Slap with a wet bus ticket, and a discharge under three strikes is the likely outcome. The usual excuses like I had a tough up bringing and I am just trying to feed my family and my partner has a baby on the way may also bring a tear to the judges eye.
Judith Collins would be an excellent Mayor. She certainly does not suffer fools and calls a spade a spade, with the result many of the under performing MP s just collecting a salary and keeping the seat warm would wounder what hit them. Go for it Judith. Phil is not tough enough to jump on those close to him who are actively undermining him but you certainly could and would.
Meanwhile out in the real world company directors can be taken to court for mismanagement of funds.The equal of directors in councils like CEOs cannot be taken to court. They simply increase rates for their never ending play money, ignoring public opinion by riding rough shod over them. Stupidity is certainly alive and growing by the day in Wellington councils.
Are the changes what customers want, or are they changes made by arm chair top management just because they think will be better. How many services will now require people to change buses at least once to get to their destination,where before only one bus was required?
They are determined not to use heavy rail which would be much faster, less expensive and could also use some of Kiwi rails existing engines and carriages.
When smart lawyers are employed by buyers to deal with incompetent government departments, there is only one possible outcome. Win win for the buyers, and loose loose for the taxpayers.
Lets have compulsory travel insurance for all travellers. That way the taxpayers may get something back for all the FREE health treatment we give away as well as all the FREE rescue operations which seem to occur weekly. A case lately in NZ when a lady died a few days after being taken to hospital by ambulance she received an account after her death.
A quick quiz for all ratepayers in NZ. Can anyone name a council in NZ which is not stuffing up some project against the wishes of ratepayers with absolutely no concern for money being wasted?
Great news CCC. Do not put this out for public consultation or get any consultants involved. Just act now and charge the owners the fees as soon as possible. You will get great public support for this.
Do people not read the article or can they just not understand. The value of the fruit is when it is ready in a few months time and is picked for harvest. In its present state it is virtually worthless as it will not ripen when removed from the tree,and therefore cannot be eaten.
Bambillo are doing a lot of advertising about the great comfort advantage of using their mattresses.If the corrections dept were to approach them for a great deal, possibly buy one, get one free the inmates would get a much better sleep and probably enjoy their stay better.
My understanding is that a crematorium operates at about 1000 degrees. It has been stated on many occasions in the past that the temperature of the blast was several thousand degrees. Many times hotter than a crematorium, so what could possibly remain to be recovered?
Why do Wilson Parking keep getting contracts? There are plenty of good NZ companies that can manage parking much better. Is there some hidden agenda as to why Wilsons are always chosen? It is definitely not because of their customer skills because they dont have any.
Multi millions of dollars more will be collected by the government on GST on every item and service as the increased fuel costs filter down. There is no way to prevent the future cost increases regardless of the lies spun by the spin doctors.
They have no fear of the law if caught. Soft judges, public funded lawyers, all previous fines wiped, no way to pay for damage caused, vehicles will not be seized , any disqualification of licence, if they have one will be totally ignored.
Why are there so many negative comments?. At least some people are trying to produce services that are not available at present. Good luck to them. Available for every one to use, not only for freedom campers.
Much too difficult driving in the CBD with its present traffic woes and more obstructions in the planning. This is why we only shop at the large malls.The CBD provides nothing that is not available at a mall or nearby.
I am sorry Chris but I can not agree with you this time. If the church is ever restored which could be in twenty or thirty years time, the cost will likely be 250 to 300 million dollars. The normal interference, cost over runs, lack of cash, increase in labor and material, change in design, new health and safety designs, the cost will just keep increasing.
Why are we not recycling waste plastic into oil as is done in many countries on a commercial basis? A check on YouTube will show many sites where this is done.Owners of landfills have never supported this because less rubbish supplied means less profits.
Great news, but why was the Waste to Energy plant put on hold? Surely burning waste to produce power for NZ is a benefit to us all. This process is used in many countries in the world and with advances in technology emissions are extremely low. Waste could be collected from any where in the south island and transported to the plant by Kiwi Rail using spare coal wagons or large closed in freight wagons direct to the plant. A win win for everyone.
You are correct. Read the COL on the front screen it clearly states this. If the driver is caught with more passengers standing than the allowed number stated on the COL they are personally liable for prosecution.
Recycle plastic into oil as is done commercially overseas. One KG of plastic can produce one liter of oil. Both National and Labour support big business companies who own landfills. The obvious result is the more they can bury the more money they make, and aggressively oppose the recycling of plastic in NZ. A lot of plastic which we put in our yellow recycling bins goes direct to landfills where it can take 450 years to decompose. There are many sites on the web which show how plastic is turned into oil. No company, political party, local council , environment council,or government appears even slightly interested in recycling. But all are very keen for a photo opportunity as they stand next to a pile of plastic while complaining.
Plastic CAN be recycled into oil as is being done commercially overseas. One KG of waste plastic can produce one liter of oil. Canterbury University tested this out successfully many years ago. With NZ mentality of out of site out of mind, we prefer to send it either overseas or to the large companies owning landfills who are paid by the KG. We are a country of all talk and very little action as shown on the TV with an MP or some senior waste management person standing next to a mountain of plastic spouting some prepared worthless speech. Why is the Green party so silent on recycling waste plastic into oil?
My concern with any regional fuel tax is the councils that receive the money. The public have no confidence in them and money would simply be hidden and squandered with the usual untruths fed to the public. They can do this as the can not be held accountable for their actions, only voted out at the next election.
When this line is repaired Mainline Steam and Steam Incorporated will both run their popular steam excursions from Wellington to Gisborne. Kiwi Rail could also run their Silver Fern Rail car from Auckland to Wellington on this line as well as freight.
The biggest disappointment I have with field days is its lack of showing in depth to the millions of New Zealanders who are unable to visit. It is certainly worthy of having a private TV crew spend a few hours there each day and produce a show of 1 to 2 hours long which could be shown on some TV channel.
So much money is being made from large companies and shareholders in landfills, including one MP I know involved with Kate Valley in Christchurch, no political party is willing to rock the boat.
Thats what happens when you go on a holiday cruise. When we went on a cruise ship in Europe we disembarked to join tours to see the local areas. Certainly not to stay in the port port. Why could Lyttelton possibly expect tourists to wander around for the day when there is so much to experience elswhere?
Not naivety, plain stupidity. Resign as minister of immigration and go to the back benches where there may be a pillar you can hide behind. Jacinda show you are in charge by sacking this minister now as the public dont trust him or believe what he says. By trying to give him citizenship sends a strong message to other criminals---you are all welcome in NZ.
I dont think you have much of an idea of what the job of being a nurse fully entails. How would you cope with a violent drunk or drugged patient trying to strangle you, spit on you, abuse you, assault you, yelling at you, while all the time treating them professionally.Other patients just have to wait. Take your rose tinted glasses off Matt and get in the real world.
I am totally opposed to double dipping which the Anglican church is doing. They are getting funding from the taxpayer, as well as additional funding from the CCC rate payers who are actually contributing twice, as a tax payer and again as a rate payer. Enough is enough. Withdraw all funding immediately and let the Anglicans build a church of their design using their own money plus the insurance money. Butt out CCC and Regenerate Christchurch, as you have both caused enough problems and delays. Did I read lately where the Church has been given a $10 million lotto grant ?
No Govt is or ever has been concerned about fuel prices, although they pretend to be by their constant lip service. The answer in GST. The higher the price the more GST the Govt gets.
Freedy you knew your brakes required adjusting before testing for a COF. Driving a vehicle in this state is nothing to be proud of. You may not have time to double pump before you run into a person or another vehicle.
One KG of plastic can produce one liter of oil. This is being done overseas on a commercial basis. In NZ we often bury plastic in land fills under the motto-out of site out of mind. I watched a programme on TV tonight showing mountains of waste plastic where it was mentioned many countries do not want our waste plastic.At no time was it ever mentioned or asked-- What could we produce in NZ with it. We are all talk with no action. Even the Green Party admitted tonight they have no strategy in place.
In NZ regulations are only a guide. Environment and local councils have for years had a pick and choose policy which allows them to ignore or prosecute.
Plastic can be recycled into oil as is done overseas, 1 KG waste plastic can produce 1 liter of oil.Sawdust can be manufactured into pellets for pellet fires,which is done in NZ presently.It says 926 tonnes of grass or do they mean glass?Why is fish waste not turned into fish meal?It takes 450 years for a plastic drink bottle to decompose in a landfill.It takes 1 million years for a glass bottle to decompose in a landfill.A plastic bag 20 years to decompose.
If the car seat has to be removed this should be done by the car owner and then refitted by them. If removed and refitted by the inspector incorrectly and an accident occurs they will be found guilty.
What comes of New Zealand's Pacific aid money?
Pacific Islands have no loyalty to NZ apart from ensuring they get mega millions of dollars in non accountable annual aid. People are very naive if they think these islands will not sign up for aid from China which in turn will build large ports and lend or give money to rebuild and modernize. In the future China will be able to claim these ports which they paid for and build any military bases they wish. No amount of NZ aid will deter the pacific islanders from turning down billions of dollars from China.
Wellington's Transmission Gully motorway project hits halfway mark
Will be brilliant when finished. Well done team.
Christchurch City Council recommending fast-tracking cash for stadium, water upgrades and cycleways
Lianne. The public have absolutely no confidence in you or any member of your council.
Government set to give oil industry breathing space over permits, Greens urge rethink
Unfortunately Megan Woods is totally out of her depth as energy minister.
Auckland Council wants to reduce Lime speed limit to 10km/h
What is the speed limit for running, jogging, skateboarding, cycling on the footpath? Suggest all councilors wear high viz vests when ambling along the foot path to prevent any more being frightened.
Little a hero as Nats run for the hills and beyond
This would never had happened if a small minority of people had NOT been able to stop this being an open caste mine.
Lethal injection or gas? Alabama's death row gets to choose
The most economical, painless and effective method is by a firing squad. No choice to these inmates. Did they give their victims a choice of how they wished to die?
Justice summit starts with pleas for better MÄori representation in reforms
As usual every one else is to blame for all Maori problems.
Transport Minister Phil Twyford says light rail not primarily for tourists
A waste of money thinking of light rail. Would be viable extending the heavy rail network to the airport instead.
Ombudsman asks Attorney-General to take action against Christchurch council for touch wall cost secrecy
The council is clearly running scared.
Church 'white ants' accused of stalling Christ Church Cathedral restoration
I used to support the rebuilding of this great church. But recently with the obvious delaying tactics of the Anglican Church I dont think it is any closer to being rebuilt. I would fully support the CCC and the Govt withdrawing all funding immediately to put an end to this on going fiasco once and for all.The Anglicans own the land and Church,so let them use their insurance payout and build and pay for for a new one. Otherwise demolish and clear the site,plant trees and provide public seating. A suitable plaque could be erected about the church and its history.
Bid to have windblown timber harvested from West Coast conservation land
We ordered a bedroom suite from Smiths City in Christchurch this week,which is manufactured by Coastwood Furniture on the West Coast using local Radiata pine. We talked to the salesman about other types of timber. He said manufacturers are unable to purchase any wind blown Rimu lying on the ground as it must be left to rot under present government legislation. As an alternative manufacturers import a similar quality wood from Fiji. This is a situation forced on us by a few people.I totally agree with trying to get the law changed to allow recovery.
Woman's tiny house stolen in Auckland weeks before she was to move in
Why do comments like this get printed, they are just a waste of space?
Development Christchurch gets $3m-a-year in public funding, but what has it achieved?
To date they have achieved virtually nothing but a fat annual income.
Greater Wellington Regional Council chief executive to focus solely on fixing bus issues
Stupidity is certainly alive and well in GWRC.
Transport Minister Phil Twyford says light rail not primarily for tourists
It has been suggested on many occasions to use heavy rail. Unless a suggestion comes from Someone in Authority it is completely ignored.
Rural health services should get a slice of proposed tourist levy, GPs say
Not to mention search and rescue operations.
Tourist growth puts access pressure on High Country farmers
The reason access is sometimes refused is because of a few arrogant people who couldnt care less about other peoples property.
Avocados worth $100,000 stolen from Far North farm
If ever caught they face a weak Judge, with an excellent free public appointed lawyer. Slap with a wet bus ticket, and a discharge under three strikes is the likely outcome. The usual excuses like I had a tough up bringing and I am just trying to feed my family and my partner has a baby on the way may also bring a tear to the judges eye.
Donald Trump falsely says Democrats inflated Puerto Rico death toll
Again Trump knows better than anyone else.
Grassroots vs MPs over 2019 Auckland mayoral race
Judith Collins would be an excellent Mayor. She certainly does not suffer fools and calls a spade a spade, with the result many of the under performing MP s just collecting a salary and keeping the seat warm would wounder what hit them. Go for it Judith. Phil is not tough enough to jump on those close to him who are actively undermining him but you certainly could and would.
Extra services promised on 12 Wellington bus routes as backlash over new network continues
Meanwhile out in the real world company directors can be taken to court for mismanagement of funds.The equal of directors in councils like CEOs cannot be taken to court. They simply increase rates for their never ending play money, ignoring public opinion by riding rough shod over them. Stupidity is certainly alive and growing by the day in Wellington councils.
Wellington's new bus network promises to be simpler and more reliable
Are the changes what customers want, or are they changes made by arm chair top management just because they think will be better. How many services will now require people to change buses at least once to get to their destination,where before only one bus was required?
Health officials say quarry dust a nuisance but not a health risk
Of course quarry dust is not a health problem--------if you dont live near one.
Transport Minister Phil Twyford says light rail not primarily for tourists
They are determined not to use heavy rail which would be much faster, less expensive and could also use some of Kiwi rails existing engines and carriages.
After taxpayers paid to get rid of it, farm sells for $17.5m
When smart lawyers are employed by buyers to deal with incompetent government departments, there is only one possible outcome. Win win for the buyers, and loose loose for the taxpayers.
Tourists happy to be taxed $25 when entering New Zealand
Lets have compulsory travel insurance for all travellers. That way the taxpayers may get something back for all the FREE health treatment we give away as well as all the FREE rescue operations which seem to occur weekly. A case lately in NZ when a lady died a few days after being taken to hospital by ambulance she received an account after her death.
ACC 'doubles down' with $669m transformation project
When you can never be held accountable and have an endless supply of public money the sky is the limit.
Maintenance costs for Auckland beach 'in the millions'
A quick quiz for all ratepayers in NZ. Can anyone name a council in NZ which is not stuffing up some project against the wishes of ratepayers with absolutely no concern for money being wasted?
Council to charge derelict property owners for using public spaces
Great news CCC. Do not put this out for public consultation or get any consultants involved. Just act now and charge the owners the fees as soon as possible. You will get great public support for this.
"Troublesome social housing tenants frustrate image-conscious neighbours
HNZ should be sold to an organisation that can administer rental properties.
Ministerial adviser's critical EQC report calls for wide-ranging changes
Any comments from Gerry who has always been EQCs main supporter on this subject when he was minister in charge.
Avocados worth $100,000 stolen from Far North farm
Do people not read the article or can they just not understand. The value of the fruit is when it is ready in a few months time and is picked for harvest. In its present state it is virtually worthless as it will not ripen when removed from the tree,and therefore cannot be eaten.
TÄne Mahuta could be dead within a year from Kauri dieback
Talking about MPI, can anyone mention any successful project managed by them over the years?
Double-bunking and a PPP wasn't what Kelvin Davis had in mind for Waikeria
Bambillo are doing a lot of advertising about the great comfort advantage of using their mattresses.If the corrections dept were to approach them for a great deal, possibly buy one, get one free the inmates would get a much better sleep and probably enjoy their stay better.
Progress visible on Christchurch anchor projects as building frames rise
The people who place negative comments have no intentions of ever buying one.
Taranaki man going without food for 40 days
If you fall ill because of your own choice not to eat ,do you expect the public health system to pay for all medical treatment?
Church 'white ants' accused of stalling Christ Church Cathedral restoration
A modern design as most people wanted.
Little a hero as Nats run for the hills and beyond
My understanding is that a crematorium operates at about 1000 degrees. It has been stated on many occasions in the past that the temperature of the blast was several thousand degrees. Many times hotter than a crematorium, so what could possibly remain to be recovered?
DOC finds owner of dog filmed attacking fur seal
Far far more concern and publicity about this than the many dog attacks on children.
Extra car parks weeks away for Christchurch Hospital staff
Why do Wilson Parking keep getting contracts? There are plenty of good NZ companies that can manage parking much better. Is there some hidden agenda as to why Wilsons are always chosen? It is definitely not because of their customer skills because they dont have any.
Green Party starts new push for compulsory te reo
The Greens should start by learning these skills themselves.
Temporary police station's future unclear
Shame on you. No room on this page for commonsense comments.
Housing NZ tenant, 84, forced to move as newly renovated home set for demolition
Normal incompetence for HNZ. Can not be held accountable for their actions. Total mismanagement of taxpayers money.
Pork industry alarmed about spread of deadly African swine fever
No different to the price of fish.The fishermen get a very low price per kg.The middle men again possibly?
Transport Minister reveals the impact of new fuel taxes, critics dismiss his figures
Multi millions of dollars more will be collected by the government on GST on every item and service as the increased fuel costs filter down. There is no way to prevent the future cost increases regardless of the lies spun by the spin doctors.
Temporary police station's future unclear
Why Wilson parking when there other companies available with great customer skills?
Cost of home ownership goes through the roof
Why should any government care? The higher the costs the more GST they receive.
Govt blames predecessors for Christchurch red-zone settlement days
With the new price increases quoted last week for house insurance many people that have always had house insurance can now not afford to.
Karel Sroubek residency decision entirely made by immigration minister
Some who is hiding has made a suggestion to the Minister, could it have been Jacinda?
Auckland Transport pays $170k for public relations after 'abysmal' last effort
Just another council shambles.
First nurses strikes in 30 years dependent on revised DHBs offer
It must be about time all MPs received their automatic annual pay increase. When that happens there will be no delays and will be passed immediately.
Site of proposed Rotorua housing development rejected for cemetery
Win win for developers, and loose loose for ratepayers again.
Coromandel campgrounds 'unusable' after vandals with vehicles turn pristine grass to mud
They have no fear of the law if caught. Soft judges, public funded lawyers, all previous fines wiped, no way to pay for damage caused, vehicles will not be seized , any disqualification of licence, if they have one will be totally ignored.
West Coast rūnanga aims to make freedom camping user-pays
Why are there so many negative comments?. At least some people are trying to produce services that are not available at present. Good luck to them. Available for every one to use, not only for freedom campers.
Calls for section of Christchurchs Colombo St to become pedestrian mall
Much too difficult driving in the CBD with its present traffic woes and more obstructions in the planning. This is why we only shop at the large malls.The CBD provides nothing that is not available at a mall or nearby.
Cost to keep Christchurch's drinking water safe spirals to nearly $40 million
Yes but NOT in their original jobs. They have now had a promotion with a salary increase to that of CONSULTANT.
Owners say Christ Church Cathedral delays might derail square revitalisation plans
I am sorry Chris but I can not agree with you this time. If the church is ever restored which could be in twenty or thirty years time, the cost will likely be 250 to 300 million dollars. The normal interference, cost over runs, lack of cash, increase in labor and material, change in design, new health and safety designs, the cost will just keep increasing.
Larger landfill levy and Aucklanders laziness in sights of Govt recycling taskforce
Why are we not recycling waste plastic into oil as is done in many countries on a commercial basis? A check on YouTube will show many sites where this is done.Owners of landfills have never supported this because less rubbish supplied means less profits.
New West Coast rail trip, port upgrades, to be investigated
Great news, but why was the Waste to Energy plant put on hold? Surely burning waste to produce power for NZ is a benefit to us all. This process is used in many countries in the world and with advances in technology emissions are extremely low. Waste could be collected from any where in the south island and transported to the plant by Kiwi Rail using spare coal wagons or large closed in freight wagons direct to the plant. A win win for everyone.
Church 'white ants' accused of stalling Christ Church Cathedral restoration
The fact they may be charged by the CCC in their latest policy regarding old damaged buildings may speed up a decision.
Greater Wellington Regional Council chief executive to focus solely on fixing bus issues
You are correct. Read the COL on the front screen it clearly states this. If the driver is caught with more passengers standing than the allowed number stated on the COL they are personally liable for prosecution.
Mixed feelings over planned allocation of Christchurch's $300m Government fund
With its annual loss to be paid for by the ratepayers.
Potters Park's pigeon poo predicament
Use high powered air rifles and just get on with their removal.
'Don't leave plastic bag change up to customers'
Recycle plastic into oil as is done commercially overseas. One KG of plastic can produce one liter of oil. Both National and Labour support big business companies who own landfills. The obvious result is the more they can bury the more money they make, and aggressively oppose the recycling of plastic in NZ. A lot of plastic which we put in our yellow recycling bins goes direct to landfills where it can take 450 years to decompose. There are many sites on the web which show how plastic is turned into oil. No company, political party, local council , environment council,or government appears even slightly interested in recycling. But all are very keen for a photo opportunity as they stand next to a pile of plastic while complaining.
Get with the picture - why electric bikes are awesome
What a stupid comment. It is up to the individual to make their own choice regarding any type of bike for any purpose what so ever.
Wishful thinking about what can be recycled is an expensive mistake
Plastic CAN be recycled into oil as is being done commercially overseas. One KG of waste plastic can produce one liter of oil. Canterbury University tested this out successfully many years ago. With NZ mentality of out of site out of mind, we prefer to send it either overseas or to the large companies owning landfills who are paid by the KG. We are a country of all talk and very little action as shown on the TV with an MP or some senior waste management person standing next to a mountain of plastic spouting some prepared worthless speech. Why is the Green party so silent on recycling waste plastic into oil?
Families welcome boost to incomes but Govt will learn that voters bank the wins fast
The extra money could buy this, or could buy that, -- but will it actually go to where it is intended to those children who need it?
No regional fuel tax for Wellington as Minister categorically rules it out
My concern with any regional fuel tax is the councils that receive the money. The public have no confidence in them and money would simply be hidden and squandered with the usual untruths fed to the public. They can do this as the can not be held accountable for their actions, only voted out at the next election.
Mothballed Napier-Wairoa rail line set to reopen
When this line is repaired Mainline Steam and Steam Incorporated will both run their popular steam excursions from Wellington to Gisborne. Kiwi Rail could also run their Silver Fern Rail car from Auckland to Wellington on this line as well as freight.
Punters flock to New Zealand National Fieldays 2018 opening day
The biggest disappointment I have with field days is its lack of showing in depth to the millions of New Zealanders who are unable to visit. It is certainly worthy of having a private TV crew spend a few hours there each day and produce a show of 1 to 2 hours long which could be shown on some TV channel.
Larger landfill levy and Aucklanders laziness in sights of Govt recycling taskforce
So much money is being made from large companies and shareholders in landfills, including one MP I know involved with Kate Valley in Christchurch, no political party is willing to rock the boat.
Temporary police station's future unclear
There must be a hidden reason why they are chosen above NZ owned companies
Earthquake Commission funds new research to better understand Auckland's volcanic surges
I understand a large Auckland company is already looking at importing 100 million additional traffic cones in readiness for this event.
Greater Wellington Regional Council chief executive to focus solely on fixing bus issues
Imagine the savings that could achieved by rail. No more carriages just freight wagons.
Cruise ships' return to Lyttelton the key to tourist cash in Christchurch
Thats what happens when you go on a holiday cruise. When we went on a cruise ship in Europe we disembarked to join tours to see the local areas. Certainly not to stay in the port port. Why could Lyttelton possibly expect tourists to wander around for the day when there is so much to experience elswhere?
Recycled polystyrene on the rise as quick cost-effective option for aiding construction
A brilliant operation. We have so many great NZ inventions but so few are made public.
Grappling with the pros and cons of harbouring a fugitive
Not naivety, plain stupidity. Resign as minister of immigration and go to the back benches where there may be a pillar you can hide behind. Jacinda show you are in charge by sacking this minister now as the public dont trust him or believe what he says. By trying to give him citizenship sends a strong message to other criminals---you are all welcome in NZ.
Nurses on strike: NZ, this is what you dont see
I dont think you have much of an idea of what the job of being a nurse fully entails. How would you cope with a violent drunk or drugged patient trying to strangle you, spit on you, abuse you, assault you, yelling at you, while all the time treating them professionally.Other patients just have to wait. Take your rose tinted glasses off Matt and get in the real world.
Converted trolley buses among eclectic mix of electric vehicles to get subsidies
A brilliant solution changing 50 plus trolley buses which are modern design and in excellent condition to battery electric.
Eight cattle dead after 1080 drop in Waikato
It does not matter what the facts are. The anti 1080 group will only believe what they want to.
ÅŒtÄÂkaro's new CEO John Bridgman – 'we're just here to build stuff'
In all his work experience he will never have experienced any councils as incompetent as we have in Christchurch.
Owners say Christ Church Cathedral delays might derail square revitalisation plans
I am totally opposed to double dipping which the Anglican church is doing. They are getting funding from the taxpayer, as well as additional funding from the CCC rate payers who are actually contributing twice, as a tax payer and again as a rate payer. Enough is enough. Withdraw all funding immediately and let the Anglicans build a church of their design using their own money plus the insurance money. Butt out CCC and Regenerate Christchurch, as you have both caused enough problems and delays. Did I read lately where the Church has been given a $10 million lotto grant ?
Napier City Council leasehold properties up for grabs
What ever you do never ever seek advice from the Christchurch City Council on any financial matters.
Auckland commuters counting the cost of regional fuel tax
No Govt is or ever has been concerned about fuel prices, although they pretend to be by their constant lip service. The answer in GST. The higher the price the more GST the Govt gets.
Greater Wellington Regional Council chief executive to focus solely on fixing bus issues
Read the COL on the windscreen. It states the legal number of passengers allowed to stand.
Country of origin proposal scaled back
In a situation like this there is no difference between former and current government. Just all talk.
Owners say Christ Church Cathedral delays might derail square revitalisation plans
Why?
Duncan Garner: Alert, alert, mad cows on loose, MPI in deep coma
Where is your proof?
'Judith' the 50 tonne crusher key to concrete recycling company's work
Never ever let any council get involved in a business. Failure is guaranteed if you do.
'There aren't many votes in it, but Treaty settlements are the right thing to do'
The treaty document is something that is simply changed by removing or adding parts to suite any situation that happens today.
Review after transport safety agencys WOF system failure
Freedy you knew your brakes required adjusting before testing for a COF. Driving a vehicle in this state is nothing to be proud of. You may not have time to double pump before you run into a person or another vehicle.
Mt Taranaki 'due geologically speaking' for an eruption - and it could be 'catastrophic'
Experts have also predicted that the sun will die within a million years.
Shane Jones urges Tasman councillors to stand up for Waimea dam
The other projects Dana mentioned, but did not say what they actually are, would they be classed as essential, or just nice to have ones?
Customers call out companies on unnecessary waste and use of plastic
One KG of plastic can produce one liter of oil. This is being done overseas on a commercial basis. In NZ we often bury plastic in land fills under the motto-out of site out of mind. I watched a programme on TV tonight showing mountains of waste plastic where it was mentioned many countries do not want our waste plastic.At no time was it ever mentioned or asked-- What could we produce in NZ with it. We are all talk with no action. Even the Green Party admitted tonight they have no strategy in place.
Winston Peters on his first week as Acting PM
All the negative votes against Winston. Not one suggestion of who should be deputy PM instead.
Manufacturer accused of spilling thousands of plastic 'nurdles' into Wellington Harbour
In NZ regulations are only a guide. Environment and local councils have for years had a pick and choose policy which allows them to ignore or prosecute.
Vegan festival gets the chop as French meat lobby threatens to fire up barbecue protest
As usual a minority group trying to force their views onto the majority by any means whatever, lawful or not.
Recycling goes from hero to zero as China's plastic ban hits
Plastic can be recycled into oil as is done overseas, 1 KG waste plastic can produce 1 liter of oil.Sawdust can be manufactured into pellets for pellet fires,which is done in NZ presently.It says 926 tonnes of grass or do they mean glass?Why is fish waste not turned into fish meal?It takes 450 years for a plastic drink bottle to decompose in a landfill.It takes 1 million years for a glass bottle to decompose in a landfill.A plastic bag 20 years to decompose.
More than 3700 Auckland motorists urged to get warrants of fitness rechecks after a certifier is suspended
If the car seat has to be removed this should be done by the car owner and then refitted by them. If removed and refitted by the inspector incorrectly and an accident occurs they will be found guilty.