Christmas wishes and a (sort of) update
No update has been set for a review of the philosophical trend that is now our library. In fact, even getting it on an agenda seems to be another labyrinth of many gates. When I go out I hear from more and more rate payers, concerns about how hard it is to approach council at any level, how hard it is to feel that they are being heard, and their concerns acknowledge or addressed by anyone at council.
I am beginning to suspect that not putting things on an agenda is another way of manipulating us out of having a meaningful say. Next thing you know they will do away with other or general business. Setting and submitting an agenda used to be a part of my working life, at various time I have seen this sort of manipulation. I think I smell a rat.
Isn’t it great that the mayor report that outsiders think our city looks great! They should try paying rates here and living here with all the half done, half-baked things we live with (when you live in Wayne’s world!).
-Marion Read (current library) and online bullying/harassment – 13.10.17-
I complained to Mike Ryan, director of community services, seeking an apology from M. Read. His approach would seem to be “no screenshot, no evidence”. I have supplied him with signed statements, who like me, witnessed the post before they were taken down. A court of law would accept such signed documentation and give me a fair hearing. I will no longer deal with him, her or council on this matter, but seek an independent legal opinion.
I am now firmly of the opinion that I am being personally and deliberately targeted, and treated negatively by some councillors and council staff in a wholly biased manner. I have absolutely no faith in the integrity of the council, its senior staff or the majority of male councillors. Especially C. Carson, D. Wheeler, D. Griffiths and P. Lambert, no reply from those four EVER; oath breakers and cowards! Councillors McArthur and Gwilliam had to be threatened and coerced by me into dealing with me. One victim-blames and the other insulted my intelligence. Steve Taylor at least replied but was so belittling and guaranteed that no one would want a meeting with him. A continuation of oath breakers and dissemblers to a man.
A councillor is bound by law thought the oath they take to reply to every rate payer (you) no matter who else you are dealing with. It is their job to represent your concerns to council and help you navigate council processes. They are supposed to be on your side.
* Whatever your issue, whatever your concerns, keep fighting and demand your right to be heard and represented.
* Remember, policy makers and politicians count individuals – 1 person, 1 vote
Make your views count, go well, go safe and see you in the new year.
Poll: If we want to reduce speeding, what do you think actually changes driver behaviour? 🛻🚨🚓
In the Post's article on speeding penalties, the question is asked whether speeding fines are truly about road safety, or are they just a way to boost revenue for the Crown?
What do you think? Should speeding motorists receive speeding fines or demerit points?
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36.7% The sting of a fine (Money talks!)
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63.3% The threat of demerit points (Nobody wants to lose their license!)
Scam Alert: Bank cold calls
ASB is warning customers about reports of cold calls from scammers claiming to be from ASB. These scammers are trying to obtain personal information, including usernames, dates of birth, and verification codes sent to your mobile phone.
🛡️ The "Caller Check" Test
If you get a call from someone claiming to be from ASB and you’re unsure, just ask them for a Caller Check. You will then be able to verify the call through the app.
Remember, banks will:
❌ Never ask for your banking passwords, PINs, or verification codes
❌ Never need to know your full credit card number – especially the CVC
❌ Never ask you to download software or remotely access your device
❌ Never ask you to purchase gift cards or transfer funds.
If you have received a phone call and think your account has been compromised, call ASB on 0800 ASB FRAUD (0800 272 372), or visit your local branch.
Some Choice News!
DOC is rolling out a new tool to help figure out what to tackle first when it comes to protecting our threatened species and the things putting them at risk.
Why does this matter? As Nikki Macdonald from The Post points out, we’re a country with around 4,400 threatened species. With limited time and funding, conservation has always meant making tough calls about what gets attention first.
For the first time, DOC has put real numbers around what it would take to do everything needed to properly safeguard our unique natural environment. The new BioInvest tool shows the scale of the challenge: 310,177 actions across 28,007 sites.
Now that we can see the full picture, it brings the big question into focus: how much do we, as Kiwis, truly value protecting nature — and what are we prepared to invest to make it happen?
We hope this brings a smile!
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