If you're in search of a budgie or a pheasant or even a sulphur-crested cockatoo, Waitaki District Council may bring good news.

The council is looking to re-home over 48 birds as it plans to demolish two aviaries that are no longer fit for purpose.

Waitaki mayor Mel Tavendale says these birds are all free to good homes - and they've seen over 50 applications from interested prospective owners.

She explained the council's trying to find a better life for the birds, as the aviaries can no longer offer that.

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If you're in search of a budgie or a pheasant or even a sulphur-crested cockatoo, Waitaki District Council may bring good news.
The council is looking to re-home over 48 birds as it plans to demolish two aviaries that are no longer fit for purpose.
Waitaki mayor Mel Tavendale says these birds are all free to good homes - and they've seen over 50 applications from interested prospective owners.
She explained the council's trying to find a better life for the birds, as the aviaries can no longer offer that.
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Mel Tavendale: Waitaki mayor on the district looking to give away 48 aviary birds

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One expert says it's important Auckland makes the most of what it has in terms of infrastructure, rather than daydreaming about future mega-projects.

Infrastructure New Zealand is calling for more investment in Auckland's transport woes in order to boost the city's productivity. 

CEO Nick Leggett says Auckland needs to unlock the right tools to make the most of the city - and said a congestion charge is needed to fund more infrastructure. 

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One expert says it's important Auckland makes the most of what it has in terms of infrastructure, rather than daydreaming about future mega-projects.
Infrastructure New Zealand is calling for more investment in Auckland's transport woes in order to boost the city's productivity.&nbsp;
CEO Nick Leggett says Auckland needs to unlock the right tools to make the most of the city - and said a congestion charge is needed to fund more infrastructure.&nbsp;
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Nick Leggett: Infrastructure NZ chief executive on what Auckland needs to improve in terms of infrastructure

The average sheep and beef farm is forecast to make double what they did last year - according to new projections. 

The Mid-Season Update by Beef + Lamb New Zealand’s Economic Service is forecasting an average profit before tax for 2025-26 of $287,600 per farm, following two difficult seasons for the sector.

The Country's Jamie Mackay explained further.

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The average sheep and beef farm is forecast to make double what they did last year - according to new projections.&nbsp;
The Mid-Season Update by Beef + Lamb New Zealand’s Economic Service is forecasting an average profit before tax for 2025-26 of $287,600 per farm, following two difficult seasons for the sector.
The Country's Jamie Mackay explained further.
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Jamie Mackay: The Country host on the sheep and beef profits forecast for 2025-26

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Tonight on The Huddle, Jordan Williams from the Taxpayers' Union and Tō Waha Media's Carmen Parahi joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the day - and more! 

Tova O’Brien asked Prime Minister Chris Luxon how many Māori MPs are in the National Party portion of the Cabinet following the recent reshuffle. What do we make of this? Do we think this matters? 

US President Donald Trump is warning the US military will obliterate Iranian power infrastructure and bridges within four hours, if Tehran doesn't agree to his deadline for a deal tomorrow. Do we think Trump will follow through on this? 

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Tonight on The Huddle, Jordan Williams from the Taxpayers' Union and Tō Waha Media's Carmen Parahi joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the day - and more!&nbsp;
Tova O’Brien asked Prime Minister Chris Luxon how many Māori MPs are in the National Party portion of the Cabinet following the recent reshuffle. What do we make of this? Do we think this matters?&nbsp;
US President Donald Trump is warning the US military will obliterate Iranian power infrastructure and bridges within four hours, if Tehran doesn't agree to his deadline for a deal tomorrow. Do we think Trump will follow through on this?&nbsp;
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The Huddle: What did we think of Tova's Luxon interview?

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Mel Tavendale: Waitaki mayor on the district looking to give away 48 aviary birds

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