1070 days ago

Auckland Council Budget Impact - Community Huis

Training and Communications Coordinator from Auckland North Community and Development Inc. (ANCAD)

Auckland Council is facing major financial challenges requiring some tough choices with a forecasted budget shortfall of $295million. The forthcoming budget is likely to affect communities, community groups and not-for-profits across Auckland and it is important that you have your say during the consultation period.

How will the Auckland Council budget affect your organisation?
Come along and have your say and advocate for your community.

ANCAD (Auckland North Community and Development) is hosting an opportunity for groups and organisations to hear about the potential effects of the budget and to discuss ways in which make a submission with other groups/organisations.

We encourage you and your board to attend this hui and to have your say.

Consultation opened 28 February and will close 28 March 2023.

DATE: Thursday 16 March 12.30pm AND Tuesday 21 March at 6.30pm.

RSVP to Sarah@ancad.org.nz to receive the Zoom link for this online hui.

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4 days ago

Poll: Should the government levy industries that contribute to financial hardship?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

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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Should the government levy industries that contribute to financial hardship?
  • 58.9% Yes, supporting people is important!
    58.9% Complete
  • 26.3% No, individuals should take responsibility
    26.3% Complete
  • 14.8% ... It is complicated
    14.8% Complete
857 votes
11 days ago

Have you got New Zealand's best shed? Show us and win!

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Once again, Resene and NZ Gardener are on the hunt for New Zealand’s best shed! Send in the photos and the stories behind your man caves, she sheds, clever upcycled spaces, potty potting sheds and colourful chicken coops. The Resene Shed of the Year 2026 winner receives $1000 Resene ColorShop voucher, a $908 large Vegepod Starter Pack and a one-year subscription to NZ Gardener. To enter, tell us in writing (no more than 500 words) why your garden shed is New Zealand’s best, and send up to five high-quality photos by email to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz. Entries close February 23, 2026.

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5 days ago

A Neighbourly Riddle! Don’t Overthink It… Or Do?😜

The Riddler from The Neighbourly Riddler

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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