Poll: Have you felt the impact of electricity price increases?
Last year, the Commerce Commission announced it had agreed to increase revenue limits to facilitate the maintenance and improvement of the electricity network.
Consumer NZ have revealed their latest annual energy survey, and found that 11% of consumers have had to cut back on their heating, and 20% of people have been struggling to pay their power bill in the past year.
How does your region compare? You can view and compare how the average monthly household use, charges, and bills vary regionally here.
We want to know: Is your household paying more for electricity this year?
Do you have any advice for your community on what changes you have found most effective in keeping costs down in your home or office? Share below!
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80.9% Yes! The increase has hit hard
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14.8% I am managing - we have found some solutions
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4.3% No - have not noticed much change
Poll: How important is the ability to book a doctor’s appointment online?
Hi Neighbours
Here at The Doctors we would love to hear how you prefer to book your doctor’s appointments. With busy schedules, different people find different methods easier.
For some, online booking is very convenient, you can make an appointment anytime without needing to wait on the phone. Others still prefer calling the clinic and speaking to a real person, especially if they have specific questions about their visit.
Your feedback helps us understand what works best for our patients and how we can improve access to care.
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40.6% I prefer booking online whenever possible
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21.7% Online booking is helpful but not essential
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34.7% I prefer calling the clinic
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3.1% I didn’t know online booking was available
Have you seen Glenn?
Police are appealing for sightings of Glenn, who has been reported missing from Hokitika.
Glenn was last seen on Tuesday 14 April, and has not been seen or heard from since.
Glenn might be out in his white Toyota ute, which is pictured.
If you know the whereabouts of Glenn, please contact Police either by phone or use the online 105 service.
Please use reference number 260416/4517.
You can also provide information anonymously through Crime Stoppers on 0800 555 111.
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