Halswell Community Market Update
It has been a wonderful experience and eventful 10 years since the Halswell Community Market began in the grounds of St Lukes Church before moving to St John of God. We have enjoyed immensely working together with SJOG to bring the community together for the monthly markets over the years.
Sadly COVID intervened and it was put on hold after managing just one market in May 2021.
Whilst we know many would like to see the return of the market now that things have settled down, both SJOG and ourselves have decided it was time to cease operating and base the baton onto someone else.
We will continue to run events and support/promote other groups in the community while managing the Halswell Community Hub.
Ngā mihi mahana, warm regards
Keri, Kate & the Halswell Community Project
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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59.3% Yes, supporting people is important!
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25.4% No, individuals should take responsibility
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15.3% ... 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?
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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43.1% I want to be able to choose.
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47.2% Against. I want to deal with people.
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