REMINDER: SUBMISSIONS CLOSE 5PM TUESDAY 5 SEPTEMBER
Long Term Plan (LTP) 2021-2031 Amendment for Cyclone Gabrielle Voluntary Category 3 Property Purchases public consultation.
HOW TO HAVE YOUR SAY
To tell us your views on the proposal outlined in the full consultation document and draft amended 2021-2031 LTP document visit: www.myvoicemychoice.co.nz...
We have one remaining public feedback session and this will take place at the Flaxmere Library on Saturday 2 September, 2pm-4pm.
This follows sessions held at the Taradale Library, Valley D'Vine in Esk Valley, Hastings War Memorial Library, and Havelock North Library.
A Facebook Live FAQ session was also held for residents in our rural communities who may not have been able to attend an in-person session. This can be viewed here: fb.watch...
The Council will consider the feedback at its 14 September meeting and, if appropriate, consider the final Crown agreements on 21 September.
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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59.8% Yes, supporting people is important!
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25.9% No, individuals should take responsibility
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14.4% ... 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?
Have you got New Zealand's best shed? Show us and win!
Once again, Resene and NZ Gardener are on the hunt for New Zealand’s best shed! Send in the photos and the stories behind your man caves, she sheds, clever upcycled spaces, potty potting sheds and colourful chicken coops. The Resene Shed of the Year 2026 winner receives $1000 Resene ColorShop voucher, a $908 large Vegepod Starter Pack and a one-year subscription to NZ Gardener. To enter, tell us in writing (no more than 500 words) why your garden shed is New Zealand’s best, and send up to five high-quality photos by email to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz. Entries close February 23, 2026.
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