1867 days ago

Should parents be charged if their kids wag school?

Reporter Taranaki Daily News

Hi neighbours - a teen who refused to go to school has cost his parents after they were charged $50 under the Education Act.

The court heard that over a period of 62 school days, the teen was unjustifiably absent on 38 days, with a further seven classified as justified absence.

What are your thoughts? Should parents be charged if their kids wag school?

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6 days ago

Poll: Should employees be able to work from home?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

At the post-Cabinet press conference, the National Party asserted they want public sector staff to return to the office. This has opened a conversation about other sectors in New Zealand who have adopted working from home (WFH).

Where possible, do you think employees should be able to work from home? Vote below and share your thoughts in the comments.

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Should employees be able to work from home?
  • 71.8% Yes
    71.8% Complete
  • 25.1% No
    25.1% Complete
  • 3% Other - I'll share below
    3% Complete
2637 votes
20 hours ago

Daily riddle: The plot thickens in our neighbourhood!

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In the myth of Medusa, I was her hair, a creature of legend, with a deadly stare. What am I?

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9 hours ago