Plugging in...to Waimakariri
It’s another brilliant day for getting the election vibe as we enter the outskirts of Rangiora to insert our mood probe into the heart of Waimakariri.
At 10am the temperature is rising as the Nissan Leaf glides past tall hedges, pylons, lifestyle blocks, flashy car yards and old geezers on their electric bikes at the south entrance to the town.
Gail Lydiard, from Woodend, is taking care of her daughter’s gift shop in the town centre and normally votes National.
John Key always got her vote, but she finds Judith Collins “nasty” and National currently unimpressive.
“I like Jacinda but I think she just needs to be stronger and I worry about the country's debt,” she says.
Poll: Are quality products on the decline?
Gift-giving looks a lot different these days when you can pick up super-cheap goods made overseas. But do they last?
Do you have any old items like appliances, electronics or clothing that have stood the test of time? Share below!
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90.1% Yes
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8.4% No
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1.5% Other - I'll share below
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Puzzle Pros of the Neighbourhood, Assemble!
What common English verb becomes its own past tense by rearranging its letters?
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