Regional shortage of general practitioners in Marlborough-have you been affected?
People living in Havelock and the Pelorus Sound in Marlborough have been steadily losing medical services due to a regional shortage of general practitioners.
A petition for a far-flung medical centre to be reclassified as "rural" could improve access to a doctor, but health bodies are arguing over the definition of what's rural.
Have you noticed this doctor shortage where you are? What do you think could be done?
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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60.9% Yes, supporting people is important!
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23.5% No, individuals should take responsibility
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15.6% ... 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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