Poll: What do you think about the Kōpū Marine Precinct?
Estimated to inject almost $60 million into the local economy over 30 years, the Kōpū Marine Precinct has sailed into the doldrums with far less commercial interest than expected.
Almost a year after its official opening, two local maritime-based companies are making consistent use of the new wharf, along with mussel farming operators, but councillors and business owners admit it’s not the thriving aquatic hub they’d hoped for.
What do you think about the Kōpū Marine Precinct? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).
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25% I support it
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62.5% Good idea but doesn't seem to be working
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12.5% Not a fan
Tourism manufacturer pulls plug in Oz, powers up in Hamilton
A major global tourism operator is ditching production in Australia and jumping across the Tasman to Hamilton.
Tourism Holdings Limited have announced they are closing its manufacturing factory in Brisbane effective December 19 and are transitioning all production to Action Manufacturing in Hamilton, New Zealand.
Some Choice News!
Many New Zealand gardens aren’t seeing as many monarch butterflies fluttering around their swan plants and flower beds these days — the hungry Asian paper wasp has been taking its toll.
Thanks to people like Alan Baldick, who’s made it his mission to protect the monarch, his neighbours still get to enjoy these beautiful butterflies in their own backyards.
Thinking about planting something to invite more butterflies, bees, and birds into your garden?
Thanks for your mahi, Alan! We hope this brings a smile!
Poll: Are our Kiwi summer holidays helping us recharge, or holding the economy back? ☀️🥝
There’s growing debate about whether New Zealand’s extended Christmas break (and the slowdown that comes with it) affects productivity.
Tracy Watkins has weighed in ... now it’s your turn. What’s your take? 🤔
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71.6% We work hard, we deserve a break!
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18% Hmm, maybe?
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10.4% Yes!
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