2410 days ago

UPDATE: Dad and daughters aged 14 and 11 missing from Lower Hutt hike

Stacey Reporter from Stuff

UPDATE:

All three missing persons have now been found safe.

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A dad and his two daughters are still missing after going hiking in Lower Hutt.

A search and rescue operation ran all night in a bid to locate the family of three, who left Lees Grove in Wainuiomata at 12pm on Tuesday with the intention of walking in Days Bay.

The 50-year-old father and his two daughters, aged 14 and 11, were due to return home at 3.30pm, police said.

But when they hadn't returned home by 6pm, police were contacted by a concerned family member.
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1 day 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?
  • 60.8% Yes, supporting people is important!
    60.8% Complete
  • 23.8% No, individuals should take responsibility
    23.8% Complete
  • 15.4% ... It is complicated
    15.4% Complete
324 votes
2 days ago

A Neighbourly Riddle! Don’t Overthink It… Or Do?😜

The Riddler from The Neighbourly Riddler

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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2 days ago

Wheelchair Needed

Brandon from Brown Owl

Hi, there fellow people of my community, I'm currently looking for a wheelchair for my longtime patient as the older he gets the less mobility he has, if anyone knows of a wheelchair for Free or Cheap that would be greatly appreciated. Please txt me or email. 022-176-3899