Rising price of food, Part 2
About 4 months ago I posted on the above topic, specifically dairy (butter) and beef ( steak) prices. The latest to join this list of Kiwi produced food which is becoming unaffordable is the Kiwifruit. At $8.99 and & $11.99 for green and gold respectively (more than $1 each) at a local veggie shop, unfortunately it is joining the list of popular/leading exports which we now have to pay exhorbitant prices for.
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% Yes, supporting people is important!
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25.5% No, individuals should take responsibility
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15.5% ... 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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