Time to re-think pine forestry in Nelson?
Nelson City Councillor Rachel Sanson is pushing for council to move away from clear cutting pine forestry, and towards selective logging and native forests - saying the economic and environmental costs outweighed the benefits.
Currently pine plantations comprise the majority of the council's 640ha forestry assets, although in 2018 a decision was made to retire 140ha and replant them in permanent native forest.
What do you think council should do with its forestry assets in the future? Let us know your thoughts in the comments section below.
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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60.8% Yes, supporting people is important!
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23.5% No, individuals should take responsibility
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15.7% ... 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?
recommendations wanted for..
Good seafood eateries in Kaikoura at the moment. Visitinglater in the summer and want to know what's what in terms of kai moana
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