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Cracking down on retail crime

By Sergeant Phill Moody, Counties Manukau South Community Engagement Team Meet the team that’s focusing on cracking down on retail crime in our area. My...

Weaving the fabric of our future

By Waikato District Mayor Jacqui Church In today’s complex world, it’s easy to get distracted by the noise. But here in the Waikato District, we...

On the budget treadmill

By Andy Baker, Franklin ward councillor In late May, Auckland Council adopted our latest budget. It feels like (because we are) on a constant treadmill...

Parent Boost visa to help bring families together

By Simeon Brown, Member of Parliament for Pakuranga The Government recently announced a new ‘Parent Boost’ visa category, aimed at making it easier for...

Serious response to serious problems

By Casey Costello, Minister of Customs, Seniors As a former police officer who served mostly in the Counties Manukau district, I am keenlyaware of...

Sex And The Suburbs – Holly has a near miss

Join Holly as she searches Auckland for love and connection. In which Holly has a near miss. His nickname: “Mr Perfect”. In his early 30s, six-feet four-inches...

Why water is worth every drop and dollar

By Waikato District Mayor Jacqui Church Clean drinking water and healthy rivers are expectations we all share in the Waikato District. The Three Waters—drinking water,...

Careful investments to ensure economic recovery

By Christopher Luxon, Prime Minister and MP for Botany Driving economic growth to help Kiwis get ahead is at the heart of this year’s...

Vet Talk: A winter checklist heading into shorter days

By Dr Alana Mockett BVSc, Franklin Vets Assess your horse’s body condition Too fat - the cooler weather can help them burn some extra...

Is it worth the call?

By Acting Sergeant Tony Tumai, Papakura Community Engagement Team Don't hesitate, report suspicious behaviour to 111. While the public readily calls 111 for serious emergencies,...