Do you live in Pukerua Bay or Whitby?
We need your knowledge of flooding in your area so that we can work to make our communities safer and reduce flood-risk. 🔍
We're holding two drop-in sessions this weekend for you to come and chat to us:
🗣 Saturday 11 June, 2.30PM-4.30PM
St Mary's Church, Whitby
🗣 Sunday 12 June, 12.30PM-3PM
St Mark's Church, Pukerua Bay
We've created draft flood maps to manage the risk of flooding and improve the resilience of our communities. We need your memories and experiences of flooding in Pukerua Bay and Whitby to ensure our maps are as accurate as possible.
You can learn more about our flood maps here 👇
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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59.3% Yes, supporting people is important!
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26.2% No, individuals should take responsibility
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14.5% ... It is complicated
Storm damage and garden clean ups
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Wild weather in Wellington
Wellington’s wild weather is really making itself known — trains and flights are being cancelled, and drivers are being reminded to take it slow and stay safe out there.
Want to stay in the loop and see what’s happening next? The Post has all the latest updates to keep you covered.
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