Waikato SPCA
Last year in October our local branch closed suddenly. Since February 2017 The branch opened again under administration by national office (RNZSPCA) and have steadily been restoring the branch back to the service and reputation it needs to be. At the SPCA National AGM in June 2017, the majority of SPCA branches voted to become ONE SPCA - no more 45 branches all trying to do their best with managing resources well.
www.rnzspca.org.nz...
If you have been a Waikato SPCA member, are a life member, supporter, volunteer, guardian angel but not involved currently, our branch needs all the local support it can get. We have a newly appointed branch manager who has been in place 5 weeks now, and the centre is a much different place than recent few years. Please consider engaging again locally. We have so many animals in this significant region, and need all the support we can to keep SPCA involved in keeping the welfare of animals protected and represented. Centre opening times are still limited currently, but these are extending as the re-establishment of the branch progresses.
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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25.9% No, individuals should take responsibility
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14.4% ... 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?
Have you got New Zealand's best shed? Show us and win!
Once again, Resene and NZ Gardener are on the hunt for New Zealand’s best shed! Send in the photos and the stories behind your man caves, she sheds, clever upcycled spaces, potty potting sheds and colourful chicken coops. The Resene Shed of the Year 2026 winner receives $1000 Resene ColorShop voucher, a $908 large Vegepod Starter Pack and a one-year subscription to NZ Gardener. To enter, tell us in writing (no more than 500 words) why your garden shed is New Zealand’s best, and send up to five high-quality photos by email to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz. Entries close February 23, 2026.
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