Grow Waikato: Dairy industry
Over 160 people have already registered for next Tuesday's Grow Waikato event on the Waikato dairy industry. There are still a few spaces left, if you would like to attend.
The following companies will be providing briefings on their current and future operations:
Fonterra
Gallagher Group
Hill Laboratories
Spring Sheep Milk
Waikato Innovation Park
This will be followed by a Q&A session with speakers and Jamie Strange MP
Tuesday 3rd September, 2019
4:30- 4:45 pm: mix-and-mingle/networking
4:45 - 6 pm: event
The Atrium, WINTEC Hamilton City Campus (parking available in carpark building, access via Ward Street)
Please RSVP by Monday 2nd September to melissa.white@parliament.govt.nz
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% Yes, supporting people is important!
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24.3% No, individuals should take responsibility
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16.7% ... 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?
Poll: What do you think should happen with Chateau Tongariro?
The Government has refused to commit to saving the Chateau Tongariro Hotel, leaving demolition, decommissioning or private restoration all on the table despite strong community pressure to preserve the iconic building.
In a formal response to a petition led by Ruapehu District Mayor Weston Kirton, ministers acknowledged the Chateau’s cultural and economic significance but said no changes to current policy or legislation were warranted Chateau Petition response.
What do you think should happen with Chateau Tongariro? Tell us more in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).
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5% Demolish it
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0% Decommission it
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95% A private operator should restore it
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0% Other - explain in the comments
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