2531 days ago

EcoWest Festival kicks off next Saturday!

EcoMatters Environment Trust

Kia ora neighbours, it’s the team from EcoMatters. On Saturday 16 March, EcoWest Festival is kicking off with Cycle-Powered Cinema at the Avondale Shops, and you’re all invited!

From 6-9pm, enjoy food trucks, entertainment, art and bike-powered screenings of short films. BYO mug for a free hot chocolate. More details on Facebook.

It’ll just be the start of a month-long festival celebrating our stunning environment, and with more than 120 events in six event categories, we’re sure you’ll find something up your alley.

Visit www.ecowest.org.nz for more details. We’ll see you around!
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3 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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1 day 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?
  • 60% Yes, supporting people is important!
    60% Complete
  • 24.5% No, individuals should take responsibility
    24.5% Complete
  • 15.5% ... It is complicated
    15.5% Complete
490 votes