Te Kowhai News: November issue out now.
In this issue:
- Your spring photos ... finally it’s here although it’s cold enough to make me wonder…
- Winners of the local photography competition.
- A very exciting garden ramble opportunity you won’t want to miss.
- Te Kowhai Dairy gives up the smokes.
- Market day at the Airfield announced.
- Interview with local orchid enthusiast Kevin Allum.
- History with Graham McBride.
- And plenty more.
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Deadline for your content and PRIDE photos will be noon on 12th January.
Regards
Amanda Schaake
Editor, Te Kowhai News
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Poll: Should the government levy industries that contribute to financial hardship?
As reported in the Post, there’s a $30 million funding gap in financial mentoring. This has led to services closing and mentors stepping in unpaid just to keep helping people in need 🪙💰🪙
One proposed solution? Small levies on industries that profit from financial hardship — like banks, casinos, and similar companies.
So we want to hear what you think:
Should the government ask these industries to contribute?
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59.3% Yes, supporting people is important!
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25.3% No, individuals should take responsibility
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15.4% ... It is complicated
A Neighbourly Riddle! Don’t Overthink It… Or Do?😜
Do you think you know the answer? Simply 'Like' this post if you know the answer and the big reveal will be posted in the comments at 2pm on the day!
If you multiply this number by any other number, the answer will always be the same. What number is this?
Derelict Tokanui Hospital site in line for a clean-up
Derelict Tokanui Hospital buildings will be demolished and contaminated land cleaned up so the site can be offered back to iwi.
The former psychiatric hospital, southeast of Te Awamutu, sits on land taken from Ngāti Maniapoto under the Public Works Act in 1910.
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