One new case in Nelson Marlborough brings total to 19
One new Coronavirus case has been confirmed for the top of the south this weekend, bringing the total in Marlborough and Nelson to 19.
However, Nelson Marlborough Health had not confirmed where the newest positive patient was based by the time of publication, with an update likely by Monday morning.
The positive result was confirmed on Sunday by the Ministry of Health, while there were no new cases in the top of the south on Friday or Saturday.
The national tally increased by 63 on Sunday to 514 confirmed and probable cases in total, and the first death linked to Covid-19 has been confirmed. A woman in her 70s died on the West Coast on Sunday morning
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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53.8% Yes, supporting people is important!
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27.7% No, individuals should take responsibility
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18.5% ... 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?
Poll: As a customer, what do you think about automation?
The Press investigates the growing reliance on your unpaid labour.
Automation (or the “unpaid shift”) is often described as efficient ... but it tends to benefit employers more than consumers.
We want to know: What do you think about automation?
Are you for, or against?
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9.7% For. Self-service is less frustrating and convenient.
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43.2% I want to be able to choose.
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47.1% Against. I want to deal with people.
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