320 days ago

CAFES CAN DO BETTER

Michael from Trentham

Some Cafes in Upper Hutt can do better with not much effort. However they may also be experiencing the effects of a downturn in patronage or spending at such places as cafes, bars and restaurants which is likely to continue for most of 2024.

Of four recent cafes in Upper Hutt to open their doors, three have ongoing issues at this stage.

One has been operating for 6-7 weeks and despite the mostly good weather has yet to introduce outside tables and chairs to its patio which has a garden outlook. If it's not getting sufficient customers, maybe part of the answer is pretty clear to see why not.

Have visited another twice within the time frame published and on one occasion told that the cafe had closed early through lack of customers and the second time that the coffee equipment had been turned off through lack of customers.

Went to another cafe for a first visit and the coffee was luke warm.

More promising at a fourth, who told me they were going to extend their opening hours.

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1 day ago

Poll: Do you think NZ should ban social media for youth?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

The Australian Prime Minister has expressed plans to ban social media use for children.

This would make it illegal for under 16-year-olds to have accounts on platforms including TikTok, Instagram, Facebook and X.
Social media platforms would be tasked with ensuring children have no access (under-age children and their parents wouldn’t be penalised for breaching the age limit)
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Do you think NZ should follow suit? Vote in our poll and share your thoughts below.

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2 hours ago

Anyone missing there push bike ,stolen ?

Garry from Kelson

Found a push bike. I have it secured,

3 hours ago

Food Recall: Jongga brand Gat Kimchi (Mustard Leaf Kimchi)

James from Waikanae

Asian Sources International Ltd and Emart Company Ltd are recalling all batches and all dates of Jongga brand Gat Kimchi (Mustard Leaf Kimchi) due to the presence of an undeclared allergen (fish).

People with a fish allergy should not consume this product. If you are not allergic to fish, this recall does not affect you.

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