Climate and congestion at forefront as Government funds Ashburton rail hub
A Government cash injection means the last hurdle has been cleared for a new Mid-Canterbury rail hub, and it could slash emissions by lowering truck movements by about 40,000 a year.
In an announcement on Saturday morning, Transport Minister Michael Wood said Government would invest the last $2 million needed for Ashburton’s $14 million Fairfield Freight Hub project.
The project, a joint initiative between the Ashburton District Council, the Wareing Group, and KiwiRail, meant KiwiRail could move its historic rail container terminal in the middle of town to the Fairton industrial area.
KiwiRail Group chief executive Greg Miller said this was a great collaboration for rural New Zealand. Read more 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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59.7% Yes, supporting people is important!
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26% No, individuals should take responsibility
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14.3% ... It is complicated
Poll: Do you have a go-to adverse-weather checklist for your family? ☔⚠️
As reported in the Press, the same low-pressure system that lashed the North Island over the weekend is now making its way south, bringing heavy rain and strong winds with it. It’s a soggy start to the week for many of us.
With more wild weather on the cards, we’re curious: do you have a go-to adverse-weather checklist for your family? Or are you more of a “grab the torches and hope for the best” household?
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48% Yes - we like to be prepared
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40% Nah
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12% This is on my to-do list!
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?
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