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Editorial
I've been kept busy this month by community groups and events that have seen loads of people out and about again. It's felt like the old normal has come back into view.
As a result, in this issue there are photos from Halloween, the Charity Clothes Swap, AGMs and more. I've visited all sorts of venues, dined at both cafés and it's been wonderful to see lots of smiling faces and to know the local businesses are doing well again.
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The feature story this month is about rainwater tanks. Many people in Coatesville are experts at managing their tanks but this story is more for newer residents who might need a few tips at the start of their lifestyle block life. No one wants a repeat of last summer's water issues and luckily the weather experts are forecasting more rain this summer than last year's drought. Even so, regularly checking your tank level is a habit that every household on rainwater tanks should develop.
At the moment, I'm having a close look at The Coatesville Chronicle's distribution. Don't worry if you see my black car loitering at your letterbox. I'm not interfering with your mail, just delivering your copy of The Chronicle. I delivered last month's edition too. If you didn't receive a copy last month and you'd like to receive it, please let me know. My contact details are in my signature.
While I was at the opening of the roundabout I got talking to Rhandir Karma from AT about the general feeling in the community towards the 60 kmph speed limit reduction on Coatesville-Riverhead Highway. He was aware of the complaints. If the speed limit on the Highway is driving you crazy, fill in a feedback form on Auckland Transport's website. Go to https://at.govt.nz/about-us/ contact-us/feedback-form/ because although they don't monitor Facebook posts, feedback sent directly to them through proper channels will be factored in to their 12-month and three-year evaluations.
Your editor, Vanessa Johnson
Email: coatesvillechronicle@gmail.com,
Phone: 021 724 001
Continued from page 1. confusion from high-speed mistakes. It enables people to make decisions and turn in an out safely. It will more than halve the amount of crashes in the location and in the last two years there have been around 30 crashes,” he says.
AT thanked Louise Johnston for making the roundabout her passion project. Louise had campaigned for a solution for several years but after Sophia’s accident, she says achieving an outcome went from being high priority, to urgent. "I’m proud to have been able to advocate for the community. After Sophia’s accident, I felt a huge sense of responsibility and couldn’t take no for an answer. It was weight off my shoulders when AT repriortised this project to urgent. If we don’t have another serious injury at this intersection then I do believe that this is a job well done," she says.
At a cost of NZ$10 million, the roundabout came in on budget in spite of a redesign, which required more build work. It is supported by six retaining walls, includes storm water drainage (under the hump), lighting and was funded by the Fuel Tax.
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The following events are taking place if we remain at Alert Level 1. Please check the relevIant Facebook page and or website if that should change. ∞ 26 November, Thursday, It's Thanksgiving in the US today. ∞ 26 November, Thursday, The CRRA committee meets today at the Settlers Hall. ∞ 30 November, Monday, Community feedback to the proposed Airport Authirity Status at Dairy Flat aerodrome closes today. If you live locally and want to have your say, read Louise Johnston's update on page 8. The changed status could see many more movements in and out of the aerodrome if approval is achieved. ∞ 4 December, Friday, CRRA Community BBQ and Xmas party at the Settlers Hall from 5pm today. Bring along your picnic hamper and enjoy some some family fun. ∞ 6 December, Sunday, The Coatesville Market is on today. Head to the reserve and do some Christmas shopping. ∞ 18 December, Friday, Term 4 ends today at Coatesville School. Happy holidays! ∞ 18 December, Friday, The final issue of The Coatesville Chronicle for 2020 is out today. Check your letterbox for your copy. ∞ 20 December, Sunday, Coatesville Market twilight market from 2pm. Bring a blanket and cop a squat under a tree with something chilled and a bite to eat.
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