New Zealand Flower Farmers deserve fairer treatment and consideration. Support contactless deliveries for cut flowers through level 3 and 4 Delta lockdown.

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#803

Because the flowers can be sold in a non contactless way, just as other companies have and are doing.

Pathways Health Ltd Hardgood (Brooklyn, Wellington, 2021-09-08)

#804

We would to be able to buy these flowers. They are a seaso al product and the lively hood of the growers is of importance to me. Come on give them a break

Brenda King (Wanaka, 2021-09-08)

#805

I am signing as flowers are very important to my wellbeing.

Janet Mapley (Otane, 2021-09-08)

#806

There are no scientific health grounds to prevent the sale of flowers. It is sinful that our
Government could use flowers for a political
purpose….

Gabrielle Askin (Tauranga, 2021-09-08)

#809

I work for a rose grower in West Auckland. It breaks my heart seeing all our roses and other product being thrown away 💔

Charlotte Murch (Auckland , 2021-09-08)

#811

I’m signing because it seems completely unfair that flowers can’t be sold by contactless delivery in L4. Buying flowers would help cheer people up and save wasting these precious flowers.

Donna Meuli (Campbells Bay, Auckland, 2021-09-08)

#812

I'm signing because I believe flower growers in Auckland should be allowed to sell their flowers during lockdown. What a waste to see them on the compost pile!!!!!

Yvonne Walraven (New Plymouth, 2021-09-08)

#814

Flowers are essential for our wellbeing

Bridget Baynham (Auckland, 2021-09-08)

#815

Flowers are absolutely essential to my mental health. The flower growers can sell and deliver flowers contact free in Level 3 and 4.

Jocelyn Day (Auckland, 2021-09-08)

#817

There’s no increased risk by flowers being available through click and collect or contactless deliveries
Use some common sense

Melissa Clarke (Auckland, 2021-09-08)

#819

I think they should be able to operate in level 4 as their product supports our mental well being.
And we need beauty intoday's Covid world.

Laura Beere (Auckland , 2021-09-08)

#823

I believe that they deserve fairer treatment.

Amey Bell-Booth (Palmerston North, 2021-09-08)

#824

Flowers should be available to buy in level 4. The supermarket sells them!

Sarah Smith (Auckland, 2021-09-08)

#829

Flowers make people happy people should be allowed some kind of happiness In these times

Ruby Lowe (Auckland , 2021-09-08)

#836

I think flowers are just as important as other items currently allowed under level 3 and 4 restrictions.
As they are perishable they should be treated the same as other perishable items.

Esme Meyer (Auckland, 2021-09-08)

#837

I see no reason why flowers cannot be delivered in a contactless way.

Ruth Middleton (Waiheke Islsnd, 2021-09-08)

#839

Flowers are important for mental health

Amber Woods (Northland , 2021-09-08)

#841

I’m signing because the flower industry has been neglected through this recent lockdown. Flowers are essential, they provide an incredible benefit for mental well-being and would be an incredible uplift to have access to flowers throughout a lockdown where citizens are struggling emotionally. It is incredibly disappointing to see the way that they’ve been disregarded.

Hannah Truly (Wellington, 2021-09-08)

#843

I believe florists should be able operate contactless in level 3 and 4.

Laura Houghton (Hamilton, 2021-09-08)

#847

Our flower growers are growers and therefore should be afforded the same rights as all growers under lockdowns.

Emily King (Waiheke , 2021-09-08)

#849

I support all florists esp small ones trying to survive.

Heather Lyn Castle (Christchurch, 2021-09-08)

#850

Please help save the flower farmers.

Daisy Huang (Auckland, 2021-09-08)

#852

If supermarkets and dairies can open to sell food why not flowers?

Amanda Stewart (Whenuapai, 2021-09-08)

#853

Why is there contactless delivery of alcohol and not flowers?!

Bridget Corkery (Queenstown , 2021-09-08)

#854

I’m signing because I want to see an exemption given to flower farmers who invest & work tirelessly to supply beautiful, joy-giving blooms to our communities & who are suffering under current legislation by being forced to trash instead of treasure their product. Give flower farmers a break.

Jane Cresswell (Auckland, 2021-09-08)

#859

They are an farming community, just like the rest of us.

Dana Burman (Te Awamutu, 2021-09-08)

#861

Flower growers make an investment in their product many months prior to picking and there is almost no flexibility once they are ready. Please allow these beautiful, perishable things to be sold in stores already open.

Robyn Toomath (Auckland , 2021-09-08)

#862

I believe in fairness for all. Im a florist and my livelihood depends on NZ grown flowers

Lianne Brooks Hall (Paekākāriki, 2021-09-08)

#865

This is a vital service providing joy ad beauty to those that hold, see and smell AND ALSO because our local growers are much loved and appreciated at all times and I support them remaining viable and in fact thriving

Lisa Markwick (Auckland, 2021-09-08)

#868

I’m signing because flowers make people happy and that’s essential in these trying time. I’m signing because of a kiwi fruit grower can safely supply produce to supermarkets then why can’t a flower grower?! I’m signing because I support these small businesses and because as a small business myself I purchase from these flower farms and not only am I missing these blooms but also the current events are going to have a long lasting effect on price and supply which will in turn affect my business and income and my ability to provide for my family.

Jane Smith (Taupō, 2021-09-08)

#869

I strongly believe that flower farmers should be able to trade under level 4.

Brooke Polley (Tauranga , 2021-09-08)

#870

Our flower industry needs support - anyone can order wine or chocolates… wellness is important and flowers bring this . Our growers are being unfairly penalised . These growers risk so much and work so hard . Wake up MBIE

Marjory Briwn (Wellington , 2021-09-08)

#875

Flower growers need our support to be able to operate at level 4. Plus I love flowers and my dream job would be a flower grower.

Dana Williams (Northland, 2021-09-08)

#879

What an absolute waste of a beautiful product and such a waste of money. Also not good for everyone’s wellbeing

Margaret Macgregor (Gore, 2021-09-08)

#886

The flower growers need to sell their products and help the mental health of NZ.

Barbara Klee (Dunedin, 2021-09-08)

#894

I believe flower growers should be treated with fairness and respect. They should be able to operate during level 4.

Katja Boettcher (Warkworth, 2021-09-08)

#895

I'm signing because I hate wastage and I love flowers

Maria Barlow (Morrinsville , 2021-09-08)

#902

These people need our help while stuck in Level 4

Adrienne Kellow (Kaitoke, 2021-09-08)

#903

Flower farmers deserve better. Flowers = joy.

Katherine Whittaker (Tauranga, 2021-09-08)

#904

I fully support flower farmers and florists

Lyn Parker (Auckland , 2021-09-08)

#905

Flower growers are an essential service. Please give this some thought. I urge you!!

Harriet Enright (Chatto Creek, 2021-09-08)

#906

I believe flowers bring joy and they can be sold safely during all alert levels

Chloe Manihera (Auckland, 2021-09-08)

#914

I’m signing because I believe flower farmers deserve fairer consideration and protection, and that flowers are as meaningful as some of the other goods still being traded under level 4 if not more than others. In a world of obese people, living in a global pandemic, flowers are a beautiful way to show appreciation and a perfect “pick me up” (pun intended) wether it be for yourself or someone else, rather than turning to sugar or alcohol

Jourdain Sanson (Tauranga, 2021-09-08)

#919

I want to support the flower growers especially on Waiheke Island

Jennifer Newton (Auckland, 2021-09-08)

#921

The government appears intent on destroying business.. a flower grower coming in to full flush in their glass houses have to ditch,,, their stock … Van Lier Nursery is rural.. we are surrounded by rural stalls with contactless produce being sold or donated.. Labour, it’s called survival and kindness.. for goodness sake, where is your thinking ..!!!!!!

Alison Gwilliam (Auckland, 2021-09-08)

#926

I’m signing because the flower market deserves to be treated as an essential service.

Monique ONeil (Auckland, 2021-09-08)

#928

My mum's a florist and we both grow flowers for her business on a very small scale 💐 At the moment she is struggling to get any flowers through the markets. Preventing flowers growers and florists from selling their flowers in a safe, contact-less way makes absolutely no sense.!

Rebecca Downey (Taumarunui , 2021-09-08)

#931

I love flowers and florists!!

Simon Mitchell (Wellington, 2021-09-08)

#932

Flowers bring joy and enhance our mental and emotional well being, they nourish us - in different ways to fruit and verges… and should have the same rules! It just doesn’t seem fair to growers, florists and flower lovers who want to brighten their homes with freshness, fragrance and nature’s beauty.

Sara Byrne (Levin, 2021-09-08)

#935

The growers deserve better - what a complete waste and loss to them

Rosemary Brown (Invercargill, 2021-09-08)

#937

As a florist committed to sustainability I am worried we will lose many of our local growers.

Felicity Jones (Auckland, 2021-09-08)

#939

I saw your dilemma on Seven Sharp tonight, how devastating for you to go through this again. Totally agree that flowers are part of a human's wellbeing journey in so many parts of our lives and this industry should be considered essential to our mental health. To all those politicians out there, how do you feel when you are given flowers - it is an incredible feeling and one that shouldn't be stopped at lockdown. Good luck to you and you have every NZers total support. All the best.

Bela Jones (Hastings, 2021-09-08)

#941

I am a student florist and it saddens me to see all those beautiful blooms unable to be used. Dedinitley not fair thats for sure!

Evie Anderson (Hamilton , 2021-09-08)

#942

Flowers bring joy and life into our lives and provide a bright spark. A lot of us live in apartments and don’t have a garden at our disposal. The other thing too my mother died during lockdown and flowers would have been an uplifting event.

Bridget Hanley (Auckland , 2021-09-08)

#943

I’m signing because I have friends who’s families are in this business and it’s such a shame they aren’t being able to still operate.

Chloe Turton (Auckland , 2021-09-08)

#944

I feel for small businesses and growers

Alana Hargadon (Auckland, 2021-09-08)

#955

This is ridiculous and unfair. Flowers can also we delivered or picked up contactless. If alcohol can why can't flowers?!?!

Monica McMillan (Napier , 2021-09-08)

#956

It's so sad to see these flowers dumped directly, before their glamour gets appreciated. Simply look at the fresh blossoms, smell their natural fragrance, then you'll feel cured. It's just unfortunately that plants cannot know that we are suffering from COVID.
And as a horticultural scholar, I understand it was growers' effort of days and nights before we can enjoy the pleasant moments. I feel sorry to see they get frustrated and lose hope.

Ling Hu (Palmerston North, 2021-09-08)

#958

there is no logic to the current lock donw restrictions

Ian McPherson (Christchurch, 2021-09-08)

#961

Flowers and perishable and part of our economy and well-being for so many.

Georgie Jane (Prebbleton, 2021-09-08)

#962

I agree. They should be able to sell flowers. Esp when you walk into the supermarket and see imported flowers still for sale. That is just wrong.

Emma Teahan (Wellington, 2021-09-08)

#966

I believe all growers should have the same supply rights during level 4 lockdowns.

Jo Mann (Auckland , 2021-09-08)

#967

I want to save our flower growers from financial ruin. This is an important industry. If alcohol, that is available at supermarkets and non perishable, can be delivered then why can’t flowers. At least let them be sold through supermarkets. They bring a lot of joy to those stuck at home.

Carolyn Fredrickson (Wellington, 2021-09-08)

#969

we need local fresh flowers available to the florists of New Zealand regardless of lockdown levels

Amanda Brady (STRATFORD, 2021-09-08)

#970

Im a florist and strongly feel that fresh flowers should be an essential item

Katharina Heusel (Nelson, 2021-09-08)

#978

It is such a waste to throw the flowers away

Deborah Samson (Auckland, 2021-09-08)

#983

I’m signing because the double standards of being able to get donuts delivered and not flowers is ridiculous. If a business can maintain proper covid protocols they should be able to operate. MBIE needs to re think it’s policies

Tom Ronaldson (Wellington, 2021-09-08)

#985

Flowers make the world a brighter place and we all need brightness in our lives these days. Horrible to watch peoples hard labourous work go in the compost 😭

Toni Bonnét (Tauranga, 2021-09-08)

#987

Hearts starve as well as bodies: Give us Bread, but give us Roses.

Cassie Woods (Christchurch, 2021-09-08)