Hurunui District news is brought to you by the team at Northern Outlook
Recent posts
Thank you for using Neighbourly
By David Hill, Local Democracy Reporter
A cross-party agreement on a seniors policy is unlikely to happen after this year’s general election.
Grey Power North Canterbury president Jan Pentecost challenged candidates, at an election meeting at the Rangiora RSA Club on Tuesday, September 5, … View moreBy David Hill, Local Democracy Reporter
A cross-party agreement on a seniors policy is unlikely to happen after this year’s general election.
Grey Power North Canterbury president Jan Pentecost challenged candidates, at an election meeting at the Rangiora RSA Club on Tuesday, September 5, whether they would be willing to enter into a cross-party agreement after the election so seniors did not "become a political football".
But the candidates from National, Labour, Act, New Zealand First and Democracy NZ indicated this was unlikely to happen.
National Party candidate Matt Doocey said he had experience with multi party agreements through the cross party working party on mental health he established with Labour, Green, Act and Te Pāti Māori MPs.
But he had his doubts about finding common ground on seniors policy.
"We would be open to these guys coming to us and supporting raising the retirement age to 67."
National remained committed to pegging the pension to 67 percent of the average wage.
Doocey said it was "paramount on any government to reduce the cost of living", while health care was also in his sights.
"It is heartbreaking to hear the stories of seniors and young parents will have health issues in the middle of the night and they have to drive past the Rangiora Health Hub and head into the city for emergency care."
Labour Party candidate Dan Rosewarne said MPs ignored the over-65s at their peril.
"In the future it will be one-in-three people over age 65 and you all tend to vote, so it would be silly for anyone to run counter to that."
But he said Labour did not support National’s policy to raise the retirement age.
Rosewarne said the winter energy payment, removal of $5 prescription charges and half price public transport were all saving money for pensioners.
Removing GST on fruit and vegetables would also leave more money in their back pockets, he said.
ACT Party candidate Ross Campbell said the government needed to be "prudent" about its spending.
"When I look around the room, I can see that people are living longer, so I don’t want to look people in the eye and tell them something I can’t promise."
He said ACT supported raising the retirement age.
New Zealand First candidate Mark Arneil said his party remained committed to keeping the retirement age at 65 years.
"We are the only party looking after you and we have consistently done that, so when I look at the other parties I can see that a cross-party agreement isn’t going to happen."
Democracy NZ candidate Gordon Malcolm said his party was willing to work any party on a seniors policy.
■ Public interest journalism funded through New Zealand on Air.
All dancers are welcome to help us celebrate our 50th Jubilee on 24th September 2023, 2pm to 4pm at St Johns Church Hall, Church St, Rangiora.
Hi, does anyone have a dog toy similar to the one in the photo that their dog is not using now please. Happy to pay. My daughters dog, (a problem child) has fastened onto this toy but is slowly turning into small pieces. It is used as a reward for good behaviour. We have tried to find one … View moreHi, does anyone have a dog toy similar to the one in the photo that their dog is not using now please. Happy to pay. My daughters dog, (a problem child) has fastened onto this toy but is slowly turning into small pieces. It is used as a reward for good behaviour. We have tried to find one similar to this but with no success.
GARAGE SALE!!!
All proceeds to Kitty Kingdom Canterbury, Cat Rescue.
Saturday 9th September 9am-2pm (weather permitting).
Edward Street, Rangiora (North end, near Rangiora High School). Look out for the balloons!
Clothing, shoes, handbags, books, jewellery, household items, toys, craft … View moreGARAGE SALE!!!
All proceeds to Kitty Kingdom Canterbury, Cat Rescue.
Saturday 9th September 9am-2pm (weather permitting).
Edward Street, Rangiora (North end, near Rangiora High School). Look out for the balloons!
Clothing, shoes, handbags, books, jewellery, household items, toys, craft supplies, plants, DVD’s and more – something for everyone!!
Please note that no items will be for sale until the start time.
Dear neighbours, we're looking forward to spring and summer, and strawberries! Well, right now particularly we are looking for strawberry recipes for the magazine. Send your best ones to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz by September 17, 2023. Every published recipe wins a copy of the November issue of… View moreDear neighbours, we're looking forward to spring and summer, and strawberries! Well, right now particularly we are looking for strawberry recipes for the magazine. Send your best ones to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz by September 17, 2023. Every published recipe wins a copy of the November issue of NZ Gardener.
We have for sale this Record 044 I'm not sure if I have named this correctly. Its missing a depth stop. Apart from that its in very good condition
Pickup in Rangiora
Rangiora Menz Shed has for sale this door lock. $99 retail at the Trade Depot. Grab a bargain
Pickup in Rangora
Rangiora Menz Shed have for sale the following items.
Wishing Wells – Redwood + Treated Ply Roof
Approx 610mm high
$75 NATURAL
… View moreRangiora Menz Shed have for sale the following items.
Wishing Wells – Redwood + Treated Ply Roof
Approx 610mm high
$75 NATURAL
$95 STAINED
Pickup is in Rangiora
Rae 0273 621 601
Snap a pic of your power bill and send it to customersupport@nzcompare.com!
Unlock savings with a FREE power bill comparison from our team. They'll let you know if you can save money or if you're better off staying put.
OR compare power plans here: www.powercompare.co.nz...
Black and decker firestorm line trimmer with battery and charger goes well
phone or text Bill on 0275204264 or message me
Black and decker firestorm older model line trimmer with 18 volt battery and charger still works well
having a garage tool clean out
phone 027 5204264 or message me
RGM 500 watt ,rht 410mm hedge trimmer in very good working condition ,cut very well
garage clean out
phone 027 5204264 or message me
We couldn't be more proud to support the Harcourts Foundation to get behind Gumboot Friday for the second year. The Harcourts network have been challenged to rally together to raise as much money as possible to help our Kiwi kids. We are looking forward to having fun while raising money for … View moreWe couldn't be more proud to support the Harcourts Foundation to get behind Gumboot Friday for the second year. The Harcourts network have been challenged to rally together to raise as much money as possible to help our Kiwi kids. We are looking forward to having fun while raising money for youth counselling.
Rental properties that allow pets are very hard to come by in New Zealand, yet the amount of people owning therapy dogs is rising. Some might say that allowing tenants to have pets means that they'll stay longer and treat your house like a home. Do you think changes should be made to ensure … View moreRental properties that allow pets are very hard to come by in New Zealand, yet the amount of people owning therapy dogs is rising. Some might say that allowing tenants to have pets means that they'll stay longer and treat your house like a home. Do you think changes should be made to ensure more pet-friendly rentals are available?
Type 'Not For Print' if you wish your comments to be excluded from the We Say You Say column of your local paper.
© Neighbourly 2024
Loading…
