Vote for your Favourite Power Box
The voting is now open !!
Cast your vote for your favourite and you could WIN a $100 voucher for a Taradale business of your choice.
The winning artist will receive $1000 and the runner up $500, prize money donated by Unison Networks.
Pick up a map from the NZ Shop (opposite Breakers) or download from our website, and discover these stunning artworks.
You can cast your vote in the entry box provided or online at: bit.ly...
The Taradale Power Box Art Project brought together 15 local artists to beautify Taradale’s Power Box cabinets with the theme of ‘The History of Taradale – 130yrs’.
*voting closes 5pm 30th October
*winning voter will be advised by Facebook
*winning artists will be announced 7th November
Contributing artists; Stanley Mans, Angela Lalonde, Issy Loughran, Mike Hardy, Jennica Foote, Jil of Aotearoa, Joe Rowntree, Amy Singh, Noah Tucker, Sam Savage, Morag Shaw, Vee Hoy, Cinzah Merk, Grayson Uncles and Moonchild (Liv Jack).
The Taradale Power Box Art Project is made possible with the support of Unison, generous sponsorship from Resene and grants from One Foundation Limited, Pub Charity Limited and Creative New Zealand.
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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60% Yes, supporting people is important!
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25.7% No, individuals should take responsibility
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14.3% ... 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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