More intensified housing in Hamilton - what do you think?
A new Hamilton housing goal would put the focus on intensification, aiming for 70% of new homes to be infill.
It's in the Hamilton Urban Growth Strategy, which will be consulted on.
Deputy mayor Geoff Taylor says it could "destroy" Hamilton but other senior councillors reckon “wild West” intensification can be managed better to create more homes without too much clutter.
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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51.9% Yes, supporting people is important!
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32.7% No, individuals should take responsibility
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15.4% ... It is complicated
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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