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2648 days ago

Poll: Should Waimea Road near Bishopdale be 50kmh?

Skara Bohny Reporter from The Nelson Mail

The council is putting out for consultation a proposal to reduce the speed limit near Bishopdale from 70kmh to 50kmh, but councillor Tim Skinner says it seems the decision is "fait accompli".

What do you think? Should the speed limit be reduced? Does it sound like the decision has already been made?

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Should Waimea Road near Bishopdale be 50kmh?
  • 25.1% Yes, reduce it; it'll happen anyway
    25.1% Complete
  • 12.8% Yes, reduce it; decision isn't made yet
    12.8% Complete
  • 30% No, keep it 70; but it'll happen anyway
    30% Complete
  • 32% No, keep it 70; decision isn't made yet
    32% Complete
203 votes
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5 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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4 days 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?
  • 58.9% Yes, supporting people is important!
    58.9% Complete
  • 26.3% No, individuals should take responsibility
    26.3% Complete
  • 14.8% ... It is complicated
    14.8% Complete
857 votes
11 days ago

Have you got New Zealand's best shed? Show us and win!

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Once again, Resene and NZ Gardener are on the hunt for New Zealand’s best shed! Send in the photos and the stories behind your man caves, she sheds, clever upcycled spaces, potty potting sheds and colourful chicken coops. The Resene Shed of the Year 2026 winner receives $1000 Resene ColorShop voucher, a $908 large Vegepod Starter Pack and a one-year subscription to NZ Gardener. To enter, tell us in writing (no more than 500 words) why your garden shed is New Zealand’s best, and send up to five high-quality photos by email to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz. Entries close February 23, 2026.

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