351 days ago

Poll: Do you think it's time to declare drought in Waikato?

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

The farming industry is keeping a close eye on the weather forecast, and with no rain on the horizon, a drought declaration may be on the cards.

The dry conditions impacting the North Island led MPI to declare a drought in Taranaki last week.

Do you think it's time to declare drought in Waikato? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).

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Do you think it's time to declare drought in Waikato?
  • 54.8% Yes
    54.8% Complete
  • 19% Not sure
    19% Complete
  • 26.2% No
    26.2% Complete
42 votes
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1 hour ago

Amateur Radio Course to get your license

Chris Neighbourly Lead from Frankton

Amateur Radio Hamcram course is being run on April 18-19th at the Glenview Club. If you want to get your license this is the place to go. Instruction over the weekend then sit the exam at the end.

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5 hours ago

Emma’s wedding dress reveal tells a different love story

Hilda Ross Retirement Village

A Valentine’s-inspired wedding dress show at Ryman Healthcare’s Logan Campbell Village is providing the perfect opportunity for residents to share memories of their romantic day.

But for Emma Muller, it has also turned into an opportunity to celebrate her late daughter Nicola, who died 19 years ago at the age of 37.

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7 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?
  • 59.4% Yes, supporting people is important!
    59.4% Complete
  • 26.3% No, individuals should take responsibility
    26.3% Complete
  • 14.3% ... It is complicated
    14.3% Complete
1177 votes