1984 days ago

Can Judith Collins deliver on her promise to Hawke’s Bay?

Reporter Community News

National Is promising to spend a lot of money in Hawke's Bay improving medical services and building roads.

National Leader Judith Collins said National will urgently upgrade the Hawke’s Bay Hospital by spending $400-500 million on an upgrade. Design and development work will begin in 2021 and diggers will be on site in 2025, she said.

The announcement is part of their plan plan to invest $31 billion in infrastructure over the next ten years.

“We’re committed to ensuring our public health system is delivering for you, your children and your family. These improvements will improve the lives of many New Zealanders.”

What do you think of National's approach and how will it be paid for?



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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?
  • 59.1% Yes, supporting people is important!
    59.1% Complete
  • 25.2% No, individuals should take responsibility
    25.2% Complete
  • 15.7% ... It is complicated
    15.7% Complete
445 votes
3 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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7 hours ago

Garden shredder

Julie Neighbourly Lead from Havelock North

Does anyone have a garden shredder I could borrow for a few hours, tomorrow. Happy to pay or trade.