Spotlight on the Humble, Often Overlooked Lockbox
Spotlight on the Humble, Often Overlooked Lockbox
It doesn’t beep. It doesn’t flash. It doesn’t announce its presence. And yet, it quietly keeps the wheels turning in homes, rentals, and retreats across Aotearoa.
The humble lockbox—unassuming, solid, and ever-reliable—is a backbone of Kiwi practicality. In a country that thrives on self-service, shared trust, and getting things done without a fuss, the lockbox fits right in. A simple combo, a click, and you're in. No frantic key hunts, no awkward handovers. Just access when and where it’s needed.
It’s not glamorous. It’s not smart-tech. But it is smart. Durable in rain, sun, and frost. Always on. Always waiting. A tiny vault of trust.
We don’t talk about it much. Maybe because it’s not meant to stand out. But maybe, just maybe, it deserves a quiet nod of appreciation—for doing its job, day in and day out, without needing applause.
Here’s to the lockbox: unsung hero of logistics, freedom, and the quietly efficient Kiwi way.
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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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51.9% Yes, supporting people is important!
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32.7% No, individuals should take responsibility
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15.4% ... It is complicated
Poll: As a customer, what do you think about automation?
The Press investigates the growing reliance on your unpaid labour.
Automation (or the “unpaid shift”) is often described as efficient ... but it tends to benefit employers more than consumers.
We want to know: What do you think about automation?
Are you for, or against?
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9.7% For. Self-service is less frustrating and convenient.
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43.3% I want to be able to choose.
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47% Against. I want to deal with people.
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