Posts by Hamilton Press
2479 days ago

Poll: What should the commuter train between Hamilton and Auckland be called?

Nicola Brennan-Tupara Reporter from Hamilton Press

Hi neighbours,
Now that the Hamilton-Auckland commuter train is on the way, attention has turned to its name.
Five options have made the shortlist - what's your pick? Or do you have another suggestion?
READ MORE: www.stuff.co.nz...

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What should the commuter train between Hamilton and Auckland be called?
  • 5.1% The Tron
    5.1% Complete
  • 10.3% H2A
    10.3% Complete
  • 2.6% Tron
    2.6% Complete
  • 20.5% Tuhono Waikato (Connecting Waikato)
    20.5% Complete
  • 33.3% Tron Express
    33.3% Complete
  • 28.2% Something else
    28.2% Complete
39 votes
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1 day ago

Poll: Should the government levy industries that contribute to financial hardship?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

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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Should the government levy industries that contribute to financial hardship?
  • 60.4% Yes, supporting people is important!
    60.4% Complete
  • 24.4% No, individuals should take responsibility
    24.4% Complete
  • 15.2% ... It is complicated
    15.2% Complete
336 votes
2 days ago

A Neighbourly Riddle! Don’t Overthink It… Or Do?😜

The Riddler from The Neighbourly Riddler

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?

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4 days ago

Poll: What do you think should happen with Chateau Tongariro?

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

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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What do you think should happen with Chateau Tongariro?
  • 5% Demolish it
    5% Complete
  • 0% Decommission it
    0% Complete
  • 95% A private operator should restore it
    95% Complete
  • 0% Other - explain in the comments
    0% Complete
20 votes