Friendly Forum with MP Louise Upston
Hi neighbours, please join me for a cuppa, bikkie and friendly chat onFriday 5 July, in the Kowhai Room, Ruapehu Wing of Waiora House, Corner of Spa Road and Motutaiko Street. Any and all issues of interest to our local community are discussed. Whether you'd like to hear about local developments, our roads, or perhaps you'd like to hear more about the recent voting outcome on the Euthanasia Bill in Wellington or the new taxes that came into force on 1 July for example - come along and join in the discussion!
To make sure we cater well enough, if you are intending to attend, do let Angie know on 376 5563. Or if you prefer to email, upston.taupo@parliament.govt.nz.
Hope to see you there!
Louise
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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59.4% Yes, supporting people is important!
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26.4% No, individuals should take responsibility
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14.2% ... It is complicated
Poll: 🤖 What skills do you think give a CV the ultimate edge in a robot-filled workplace?
The Reserve Bank has shared some pretty blunt advice: there’s no such thing as a “safe” job anymore 🛟😑
Robots are stepping into repetitive roles in factories, plants and warehouses. AI is taking care of the admin tasks that once filled many mid-level office jobs.
We want to know: As the world evolves, what skills do you think give a CV the ultimate edge in a robot-filled workplace?
Want to read more? The Press has you covered!
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50% Human-centred experience and communication
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18.8% Critical thinking
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31.3% Resilience and adaptability
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0% Other - I will share below!
Emma’s wedding dress reveal tells a different love story
A Valentine’s-inspired wedding dress show at Ryman Healthcare’s Logan Campbell Village is providing the perfect opportunity for residents to share memories of their romantic day.
But for Emma Muller, it has also turned into an opportunity to celebrate her late daughter Nicola, who died 19 years ago at the age of 37.
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