Fired Up With Footy Fever?
Wellington has been at fever pitch with capacity crowds of both international visitors and New Zealanders, flocking to Wellington Regional Stadium. If you're heading in for a game you can now make use of the extra trains which have been added for selected games as below:
Extra trains for FIFA games:
Sweden v Italy Saturday 29 July:
Depart Masterton 2:20pm. Depart Wellington 8:08pm
Japan v Spain Monday 31 July Wellington:
Depart Wellington 10:00pm
South Africa v Italy Wednesday 2 August:
Depart Wellington 10:00pm
Round of 16: 1C v 2A Saturday 5 August:
Depart Masterton 2:20pm. Depart Wellington 10:30pm
It's important to note:
- arrive early for your train
- your travel is free on presentation of your game ticket
- on game day check here for any changes www.metlink.org.nz...
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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59.6% Yes, supporting people is important!
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25.9% No, individuals should take responsibility
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14.5% ... 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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