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2676 days ago

Poll: Should the speed limit around Kaikōura be dropped?

Jennifer Eder Reporter from Marlborough Express

Are you driving from Marlborough to Kaikōura this long Labour Day weekend? NZTA wants to drop speed limits on SH1 around Kaikōura to 80kmh permanently, and the Hundalee Hills could drop to 60kmh. Unnecessary, or smart move? Reply to tell us why.

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Should the speed limit around Kaikōura be dropped?
  • 48.4% Nah, it's fine as is
    48.4% Complete
  • 16.1% Smart move, there's been too many fatalities
    16.1% Complete
  • 9.7% I'd drop the limit below 80kmh north and south of Kaikōura
    9.7% Complete
  • 9.7% I think 60kmh through the Hundalees is too slow
    9.7% Complete
  • 9.7% Maybe we could get tourists to improve their driving instead
    9.7% Complete
  • 6.5% Let's raise the speed limit to 110kmh on the straights
    6.5% Complete
31 votes
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1 day ago

Poll: Should the government levy industries that contribute to financial hardship?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

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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Should the government levy industries that contribute to financial hardship?
  • 59.5% Yes, supporting people is important!
    59.5% Complete
  • 24.6% No, individuals should take responsibility
    24.6% Complete
  • 15.9% ... It is complicated
    15.9% Complete
472 votes
5 hours ago

Dehorners

Ron from Fairhall - Renwick - Woodbourne

SharpAs Tool Tips

Pictured is a set of dehorners brought in for sharpening. Like all cutting tools, a sharp edge is essential for them to work efficiently and cleanly.

Good to see that pain relief is now part of the process as well.

If you have tools, knives, kitchen utensils, or other items that need sharpening or repair, come and see me:
🔹 Redwood Market – Saturdays
🔹 Marlborough Farmers’ Market – Sundays
Or contact me directly on 027 444 5535.

Cheers,
Ron

#sharpasmarlborough #marlboroughnz #toolsharpening #ruralservices #supportlocal

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3 days ago

A Neighbourly Riddle! Don’t Overthink It… Or Do?😜

The Riddler from The Neighbourly Riddler

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?

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