Last Call For Votes!
By this point, many of you would have already voted - well done, and thank you; you’ve done your part to make democracy real. But the final few hours still matter - if you know someone who hasn’t voted yet, like a neighbour, friend or family member, do give them a gentle nudge. Or maybe even offer them a lift into town if they need one? When we encourage one another to take part, we strengthen more than the process - we strengthen community. Let’s make sure every voice that wants to be heard, is heard!
*Please note that every vote must go directly into a ballot box now - posted votes won’t make it in time to be counted. Voting closes at 12 noon, Saturday.
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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59.6% Yes, supporting people is important!
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24.8% No, individuals should take responsibility
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15.7% ... 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?
Derelict Tokanui Hospital site in line for a clean-up
Derelict Tokanui Hospital buildings will be demolished and contaminated land cleaned up so the site can be offered back to iwi.
The former psychiatric hospital, southeast of Te Awamutu, sits on land taken from Ngāti Maniapoto under the Public Works Act in 1910.
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