1027 days ago

Friday Feathered Friend

Reporter Community News

This weeks photo is from Louise Thomas.

"Anyone who knows anything about shags, especially the big ones, knows that I risk much to bring you this unique angle. Nearly had to ride home in my underwear with all the windows down - it's happened before. Pied shag/ kāruhiruhi (Phalacrocorax varius) at the Waimanu Lagoons at Waikanae. Bird #34 in 2023."

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Jane from Naenae

Hello.Neighbours,I will be opening the Pataka Aroha next Tues.We are situated at
427 Cambridge Tce
Nae nae,Lower Hutt
Hours.
Tues/Wed 9-2:30pm
Thurs 10-3:30pm
Fri 8:30-1pm.
Closed Stat Holidays.
Donations can be Dropped off during opening hours.Please ensure that all donations be in good condition to pass on to Needy Families Free.
MOB,0274315852.

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Emma’s wedding dress reveal tells a different love story

Shona McFarlane Retirement Village

A Valentine’s-inspired wedding dress show at Ryman Healthcare’s Logan Campbell Village is providing the perfect opportunity for residents to share memories of their romantic day.

But for Emma Muller, it has also turned into an opportunity to celebrate her late daughter Nicola, who died 19 years ago at the age of 37.

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7 days 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?
  • 59.3% Yes, supporting people is important!
    59.3% Complete
  • 26.4% No, individuals should take responsibility
    26.4% Complete
  • 14.3% ... It is complicated
    14.3% Complete
1174 votes