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The fight of our lives
[As published in March/April BayBuzz magazine.] The election and induction of the new coalition government have sent shockwaves around…
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Environment
Climate Politics
[As published in March/April BayBuzz magazine.] As I indicated in my comprehensive climate review in our last edition, it’s impossible to find much to celebrate on the climate action front…
“War on nature goes nuclear”
The Government’s ‘Fast Track Approvals Bill’, intended to speed up regulatory approval of major development and infrastructure projects, has sparked enormous controversy, which I’ll discuss in a moment. But first,…
Bostock Brothers chicken sale
Bostock Brothers, owned 50% by brothers Ben and George and 50% by father John, has been sold to Australian-owned Inghams, the biggest chicken merchant in Australia and #2 in New…
The only good possum …
Is a dead one, as they threaten animal health and biodiversity. Hawke’s Bay Regional Council is giving a friendly reminder to landowners to continue to undertake possum control as it…
Culture
Cyclone Gabrielle One Year Anniversary Commemorations
Wednesday, 14 February 2024 marks the one-year anniversary since Cyclone Gabrielle wreaked havoc in our region. This past year has been a formidable challenge for Hawke’s Bay. While significant strides…
Liz’s Art Deco Picks
Liz has curated a selection of Art Deco events that might capture your interest, encouraging you to participate and show your support for the Art Deco Trust and hosting venues.…
Best Hawke’s Bay Wine Moments
[As published in Jan/Feb BayBuzz magazine.] While 2023 definitely delivered anger, eye-rolls, heartbreak and tears, peppered throughout the frustrating times were moments of absolute gold, moments of grin-inducing excellence for…
Waitangi Day remarks – Mayor Sandra Hazlehurst
Kia whakakotahi ararau huia tangata kotahi! A-i-o ki te rangi, A-i-o ki te whenua, Aroha ki te Ao, Aroha ki Te Tiriti o Waitangi! Make unity in diversity, Huia, your destiny…