🎗️ Thank You, Waitākere Ranges 🎗️

The people have spoken, and democracy has served its purpose.

Kia ora, neighbours,
Though the results were not in our favour, I accept the outcome with humility and respect for the democratic process. The heart of democracy lies not only in victory but in peaceful participation and accepting the will of the people.

I want to extend my deepest gratitude to each and every one of you who believed in me, supported my campaign, and cast your vote in my name. Your trust and encouragement have meant more than words can express.

To my family, friends, volunteers, and every member of this wonderful community — thank you for standing with me. I may not have won a seat at the table, but my commitment to serving Waitākere remains as strong as ever.

Let’s continue to work together — with kindness, unity, and a shared vision — to keep our community strong, inclusive, and forward-moving.

This isn’t the end of my journey in community service — it’s merely a new beginning.
Ngā mihi nui,

Rizwan Ahmed QURESHI

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1 day ago

Poll: 🤖 What skills do you think give a CV the ultimate edge in a robot-filled workplace?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

The Reserve Bank has shared some pretty blunt advice: there’s no such thing as a “safe” job anymore 🛟😑

Robots are stepping into repetitive roles in factories, plants and warehouses. AI is taking care of the admin tasks that once filled many mid-level office jobs.

We want to know: As the world evolves, what skills do you think give a CV the ultimate edge in a robot-filled workplace?

Want to read more? The Press has you covered!

🤖 What skills do you think give a CV the ultimate edge in a robot-filled workplace?

54.5% Human-centred experience and communication

54.5% Complete
14.6% Critical thinking

14.6% Complete
28.6% Resilience and adaptability

28.6% Complete
2.3% Other - I will share below!

2.3% Complete

213 votes

3 days ago

Wills and Luxon are screwing the country to please the oil and gas industry.

Markus from Green Bay

Today the smart investment is in battery peaker plants in combination with solar and wind, or with any other renewable generation capacity during low demand times.
Gas is expensive and will get more so over time.

Let's not forget that Nicola Willis' dad is a big time oil and gas investor, lobbyist, and industry insider.

Maybe this should be posted in ‚Crime & Safety‘?