SPRING is in the air!
Hello everyone!
I hope you enjoyed the September issue of Te Kowhai News - 24 pages of stories and photos from in and around Te Kowhai.
There's just 4 weeks until the cut off for the November issue - here's everything you need to know.
The inside cover theme is SPRING. Nice and easy as there’s so much inspiration around right now. New growth, new life, lots of pretty flowers, a lot of kids and animals with more bounce now that the weather's improving.
Send your spring photos with a short caption to tekowhainews@gmail.com before the deadline.
Your important dates:
• Friday 10 November at noon - deadline.
• Monday 20 November – delivery.
If you have an idea for an article please get in touch early to discuss your space requirements.
Thanks!
Amanda
0220 166 828
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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25.9% No, individuals should take responsibility
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14.5% ... It is complicated
Wild weather in the Waikato
The Waikato really copped it over the weekend, with wild weather leaving a hefty clean-up bill that may run into the millions.
While things are looking calmer in the days ahead, there are still plenty of slips and flooded roads across the district — so if you’re heading out, take it easy and stay alert.
We want to know: How did you and your whānau get on over the weekend?
Want to see what recovery will look like from here? The Waikato Times has the latest.
Starting gun sounds for housing on Te Rapa Racecourse land with re-zoning
Hamilton City councillors have signed off on a plan change that could see Te Rapa Racecourse swap stables for townhouses.
The deputy mayor says this paves the way for “basically creating a new suburb within the city”.
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