Youth politicians accuse Auckland Council of 'ageism'
Auckland Council has been accused of ageism for paying members of its youth panel 30 per cent less than its older advisors.
Members of its youth advisory board, who are aged 14 to 24, are paid $173 per meeting, but a review has recommended the council raise their pay to match the rate of $250 per meeting, that members of other demographic panels get.
What do you think? Should young people get a pay rise? Read the full story here.
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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25.4% No, individuals should take responsibility
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15.3% ... 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?
Weekend Plans?
Made your weekend plans yet? ✨
Looking for something to do? Here's a few events happening this weekend! 🙂
Waitoki Village Market, Waitoki, Saturday, 8:30am to 12:30pm - www.facebook.com... 🫙
Guinea Pig Show, Waimauku Hall, Saturday 10am to 2pm - www.facebook.com... 🐹
Helensville Library Lego and Duplo Club, Saturday 10:30am to 11:30am - www.facebook.com... 🧱
Kumeu Market, Kumeu Showgrounds, Sunday 10am to 2pm - www.facebook.com... 🍔
Helensville River Valley Country Music Club meeting, 164 Rautawhiri Rd, Sunday 1pm to 4pm - www.facebook.com... 🎸
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