Roading and weather update 08:30am
from TCDC
A heavy rain warning remains in place for the Coromandel. Further rain is expected over the north and east of the North Island with some heavy falls likely at times. Auckland and the Great Barrier are going to cop a bit of this rain too.
On the brighter side all of our roads are ope, please continue to drive with caution as there could still be slips and surface water present.
Please use THE NZTA website for the latest updates: www.nzta.govt.nz...
Kuaotunu is experiencing a power outage, PowerCo are investigating and estimate the power to be back on before lunch.
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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60.1% Yes, supporting people is important!
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23.4% No, individuals should take responsibility
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16.5% ... 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?
Poll: As a customer, what do you think about automation?
The Press investigates the growing reliance on your unpaid labour.
Automation (or the “unpaid shift”) is often described as efficient ... but it tends to benefit employers more than consumers.
We want to know: What do you think about automation?
Are you for, or against?
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9.7% For. Self-service is less frustrating and convenient.
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43.2% I want to be able to choose.
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47.1% Against. I want to deal with people.
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