Gun club's compliance certificate revoked
Concerns over lead from spent ammunition leaching into surrounding waterways prompted Auckland Council to revoke the controversial Auckland Shooters Club certificate of compliance.
The newly established Auckland Shooters Club had been at the centre of a row in the quiet rural backwater of Makarau after competitive shooters Raymond O'Brien and Victoria Pichler were granted the certificate of compliance to set up and operate a gun club last year.
The nearby Vipassana Meditation Centre, with strong backing from many in the Makarau community, challenged the certificate of compliance through the High Court. Makarau residents were concerned lead residue could get into aquifers used for drinking water.
It was referred it back to the council after it was found no assessment had been done on possible lead discharges.
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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59.8% Yes, supporting people is important!
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24.4% No, individuals should take responsibility
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15.8% ... It is complicated
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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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