2266 days ago

Clinics told to give measles jabs to non-NZ resident children

Josephine Franks Reporter from Manukau Courier

Kia ora neighbours, New Zealand clinics are being told not to turn away any children in need of a measles vaccination, regardless of whether they are New Zealand citizens.

The advice comes after a toddler was refused an MMR vaccine by an Auckland clinic because he had a Samoan passport.

The law says schedule vaccines should be given to children under 18 regardless of their citizenship or immigration status.

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5 days 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
  • 25.7% No, individuals should take responsibility
    25.7% Complete
  • 14.3% ... It is complicated
    14.3% Complete
1021 votes
13 hours ago

Poll: Should complete designs be shared with the public, or should the community help shape the designs from the start?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

The Post recently shared an opinion piece on the Harbour Crossing and why a more democratic approach might be needed 🚗🚲👟

While most decisions sit within the political arena, many organisations—like NZTA—manage long-term projects that go beyond party lines. Politics can sometimes disrupt progress, and the next Harbour Crossing is a big decision that will affect all Aucklanders.

We’d love your thoughts: Should near-complete, shovel-ready designs be shared with the public, or should the community have a hand in shaping the designs from the start?

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Should complete designs be shared with the public, or should the community help shape the designs from the start?
  • 88% Community feedback and transparency is needed.
    88% Complete
  • 12% No. This would be impossible in practice.
    12% Complete
25 votes
1 day ago

Needing a jp

Sarah from Manurewa

Hi neighbours 👋 would anyone know of a local justice of the Peace they could recommend for me please?
Please message me if anyone has any they might know of much appreciated thank you