59 days ago

Appeal for sightings of red Holden, Palmerston North

The Team from Manawatu, Taranaki, Whanganui-Ruapehu Police

Police investigating the burglary of a business in Palmerston North on Saturday are seeking the public’s assistance locating the vehicle that was stolen from the property.

On Sunday 7 December, Police received a report of burglary that had occurred on Saturday 6 December at a commercial property on Domain Street.
A red 1994 Holden HSV Clubsport, registration: HSV425, that was undergoing restoration was stolen from the address.

Constable Maskery says initial enquiries to locate the vehicle have been unsuccessful and Police are now seeking the public’s assistance.

“The vehicle doesn’t have any of the side windows fitted, including the quarter light windows, and is missing all badges and decals. It has 20-inch spoke wheels and custom brakes and has just had a fresh coat of red paint.

“This is a very distinctive vehicle and I’m sure someone in the community will have seen it,” Constable Maskery says.

If you have seen this stolen vehicle, or have any information that could help us locate it, please contact Police immediately through 105 either online or over the phone, and reference file number: 251208/3820.

Information can also be provided through Crime Stoppers on 0800 555 111.

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1 hour ago

Poll: Teaching Preferred Pronouns in Schools

Tony from Feilding

After a recent debate with a group of professionals, I'm curious to hear your thoughts! As language and societal norms evolve, the use of gender-neutral pronouns has become increasingly common.

I'm exploring whether teaching these pronouns is a reflection of what the public wants within a state education system. Your input will help me understand perspectives on this topic.

In advance, many thanks for taking a moment to share your thoughts, via the short anonymous survey below.

Teaching Preferred Pronouns in Schools
  • 0% Yes, schools should teach gender-neutral pronouns to promote inclusivity.
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17 days ago

Time to Tickle Your Thinker 🧠

The Riddler from The Neighbourly Riddler

If a zookeeper had 100 pairs of animals in her zoo, and two pairs of babies are born for each one of the original animals, then (sadly) 23 animals don’t survive, how many animals do you have left in total?

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19 days ago

Poll: As a customer, what do you think about automation?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

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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As a customer, what do you think about automation?
  • 9.5% For. Self-service is less frustrating and convenient.
    9.5% Complete
  • 43.2% I want to be able to choose.
    43.2% Complete
  • 47.2% Against. I want to deal with people.
    47.2% Complete
2304 votes