Blackjack-pokie swap: what do you think of SkyCity Hamilton's proposal?
SkyCity Hamilton wants to get rid of three blackjack tables and replace them with 60 more pokie machines.
The Gambling Commission will make the final call on whether or not to allow it, but now there's going to be a public hearing so everyone can have their say.
SkyCity says the loss of tables would off-set the increase in pokie machines, and the move is part of a broader strategy.
Hamilton City Council opposes the application, and Cr Dave Macpherson said the casino has become "a giant pokie bar".
Read more here.
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?
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
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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