Misleading Stat: Near-Record Number of Home Consents (a 44-year High)
New dwelling consents are now at the highest level since 1975, but economists say that it’s likely they have reached their peak. A total of 33,576 new dwellings were consented nationwide in the year ending January 2019, according to the latest data from Stats NZ.
The record was in February 1974 when 40,025 of dwellings were consented nationwide.
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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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59.3% Yes, supporting people is important!
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25.3% No, individuals should take responsibility
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15.4% ... 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?
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