Local Focus: The weighty issue of the bridge to Taihape
8 Mar, 2021 05:58 AM
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The Kuripapango Bridge is partially closed for 3 months. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
The Kuripapango Bridge is partially closed for 3 months. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Video Journalist Hawke s Bay/Wairarapa, NZH Local Focuspatrick@localfocus.nz@padyoo7
Work has started on the Kuripapango Bridge, with stock trucks and pregnancies just some of the many issues facing Rangitīkei residents because of its partial closure. A lot of produce goes over that road, a lot of fertiliser comes from Napier across into Rangitīkei, a lot of wool, red meat and forestry can come back this way, said Hastings Deputy Mayor Tania Kerr.
More than you need to know about Harry, Meghan and Oprah
7 Mar, 2021 10:23 PM
9 minutes to read
Prince Harry and Meghan, the Duchess of Sussex, in conversation with Oprah Winfrey. Photo / AP
New York Times
The royal couple sat down for an interview. Here s the back story. Today CBS will broadcast a two-hour interview between the majestic ceremonial figurehead of the United States, Oprah Winfrey, and two nonworking members of the British royal family. Here s what you don t need to know, but might care to find out anyway.
Where can I watch the Harry, Meghan and Oprah interview?
It was last week revealed where we can watch the full interview here in New Zealand.
I am close to quitting my career : Mothers step back at work to cope with pandemic parenting
8 Mar, 2021 07:38 PM
7 minutes to read
The knock-on effects of school closures during the pandemic are disproportionately hurting working women. Photo / 123RF
The knock-on effects of school closures during the pandemic are disproportionately hurting working women. Photo / 123RF
Financial Times
Knock-on effects of school closures are disproportionately hurting working women. Maya was on maternity leave when the pandemic struck, but within months of returning to work in July, the London-based IT consultant and mother of two young children was at the end of her tether.