Did you know a Taumarunui was getting a pet food factory?
The cash-strapped King Country town of Taumarunui is about to celebrate the opening of a business which has injected more than $60 million into its new site, employing around 50 locals.
King Country Pet Food is situated at the old Affco meat works site just outside of Taumarunui and is about to start full-time production of premium pet food for the international market.
What are your thoughts on crime in the city?
The Kazankiran family is planning to pack up their business of more than a decade and move overseas, claiming Hamilton CBD is too dangerous.
The deciding factor was a masked man who assaulted chef Sureyya Kazankiran as he tried to rob the family’s Alexander St business, Paasha Turkish Cafe and Mezze Bar.
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Poll: Are swear words no longer?
In 2023, Apple amended its autocorrect function to allow Iphone users to freely use their intended word without mentioning 'ducks'. Is this a sign of the times? Are swear words no longer taboo in our communities or workplaces?
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21.2% Yes - swear words don't phase me
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47.2% No - it's still inappropriate to swear
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30.9% It's depends on the word
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0.7% Other - I'll share below!