Posts by Rotorua News
2992 days ago

Poll: Was Mudtopia a waste of money?

Nicola Brennan-Tupara Reporter from Rotorua News

Hi neighbours,
Mudtopia organisers have revealed they made just $117,000 from the event that cost $1.48 million to put on.
The preliminary figures released by Rotorua Lakes Council said approximately 12,000 mud passes were snapped up, and approximately 2000 people attended the Saturday night concert.
It also revealed the festival achieved a total revenue of $117,000, leaving ratepayers with $437,000 in total costs.

READ MORE: www.stuff.co.nz...
So do you think the event was a waste of money?
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Was Mudtopia a waste of money?
  • 72.8% Yes, and it should be scrapped
    72.8% Complete
  • 8.6% Yes, but I'd like to see if back next year
    8.6% Complete
  • 18.5% No, it was a good event
    18.5% Complete
81 votes
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5 days ago

Poll: Should the government levy industries that contribute to financial hardship?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

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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Should the government levy industries that contribute to financial hardship?
  • 59.9% Yes, supporting people is important!
    59.9% Complete
  • 25.8% No, individuals should take responsibility
    25.8% Complete
  • 14.4% ... It is complicated
    14.4% Complete
1017 votes
15 days ago

Fundraining for Bowl Cancer

Roydon from Rotorua Central

Hi,
This February, I am taking part in Move your Butt for Bowel Cancer and will be conquering 200km for the 100 Kiwis who die from bowel cancer every month.
My goal is to raise funds for Bowel Cancer NZ to support patients, raise awareness and fund research to beat bowel cancer.
Please sponsor my challenge and support my efforts to save Kiwi lives.
To make a donation, simply visit my personal fundraising page below:
www.moveyourbutt.org.nz...
Thanks so much for your support.
Roydon

9 hours ago

Poll: Could having a bigger university presence bring new opportunities and energy to the Bay of Plenty?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

As reported in The Post, the University of Waikato is planting roots in Tauranga as it works on “ambitious plans” to grow its Durham St campus. The goal? To see Tauranga recognised as a true “university city.”

We want to know: Could having a bigger university presence bring new opportunities and energy to the region? We’d love to hear your thoughts!

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Could having a bigger university presence bring new opportunities and energy to the Bay of Plenty?
  • 57.1% Yes!
    57.1% Complete
  • 28.6% Nah
    28.6% Complete
  • 14.3% Mmm, let's wait and see
    14.3% Complete
7 votes