59 days ago

Council Works Better As Partner Instead Of Regulator

Ganga from Ngaruawahia

There’s been a lot of focus this election on ratepayers and their relationship with council services. But let’s not forget the many small business owners who also need to work closely with the council just to keep their operations running smoothly. It's no secret that business owners sometimes feel like the system is designed to police and not to guide. But that’s not because council folk don’t care. It’s because the mindset of regulating shapes the process itself. A partnership mindset, on the other hand, would achieve the same outcomes of compliance, safety and quality but in a more facilitative, supportive way. Imagine if every business owner had a single council contact who could help navigate the steps and ensure everything’s done properly. Things would move much more smoothly - without compromising compliance.

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5 days ago

Poll: Should we be giving the green light to new mining projects? 💰🌲

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

The Environmental Protection Authority announced this week that a proposed mine in Central Otago (near Cromwell) is about to enter its fast-track assessment process. A final decision could come within six months, and if it’s approved, construction might start as early as mid-2026.

We want to know: Should mining projects like this move ahead?

Keen to dig deeper? Mike White has the scoop.

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Should we be giving the green light to new mining projects? 💰🌲
  • 53.2% Yes
    53.2% Complete
  • 46.8% No
    46.8% Complete
1852 votes
8 hours ago

Shop Opening at Queenwood Village Shops

Owner from iFixComputer ifixcomputer.co.nz

🎉 BIG NEWS! iFixComputer has opened a Brand NEW Shop! 🎉
Get ready, because your go-to experts for all things tech are expanding! We're thrilled to announce the grand opening of our brand new iFixComputer location at 2 Queenwood Avenue, Hamilton.
From cracked screens and slow laptops to tricky data recovery, we've got you covered. Come visit our new, modern space and say hello to the same friendly, expert service you know and trust.

📍 Find Us At: 2 Queenwoord Avenue, Hamilton
To celebrate, we'll be offering Free Diagnostics for the month!
Tag a friend who needs their computer fixed! 👇

www.ifixcomputer.co.nz...

1 day ago

Looking for a local Travel Agent

Sunita from Flagstaff

Hello fellow travelers.
Planning a holiday in 2026, and need some advise, suggestions, recommendations or any information travel related? Give me a call and we can chat. No obligations.
I constantly get travel promotions on offer. Feel free to send me a message by Email-EpicTravels1818@gmail.com or like and follow me on my Facebook page - www.facebook.com....
Look forward to hearing from you.

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