Election nominations close soon
The door to the last chance saloon is closing as the date to be nominated for upcoming Council elections nears.
The last date to have your name put forward – by two people who must be over 18 and whose names appear on the electoral roll within the ward you’re standing – is this Friday, 12 August, at 12 noon.
There are three wards in Porirua – Pāuatahanui (4 seats), Onepoto (5 seats), Parirua (Māori ward, 1 seat), and the mayoralty.
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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25.4% No, individuals should take responsibility
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15.3% ... 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?
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