Blood runs through the Sounds
Coastal Marlborough has many places named after the great battle between Kupe and Te Wheke a Muturangi, a giant octopus that Kupe had pursued from Hawaiiki.
Tory Channel is known as Kura Te Au - the red current - a name that refers to the blood that flowed from the octopus when it died.
Sometimes red veins of krill / maunu can be seen flowing through the Sounds.
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% Yes, supporting people is important!
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24.3% No, individuals should take responsibility
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16.7% ... 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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