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1750 days ago

Poll: Should parents be fined if their children drop out of school?

Neighbourly.co.nz

The National Party is considering a policy of fining parents $3000 if their children drop out of school and don't enter further education or training.

Simon Bridges says "The reality is if you're not in work, education or training, you're going to be languishing in a dole … View more
The National Party is considering a policy of fining parents $3000 if their children drop out of school and don't enter further education or training.

Simon Bridges says "The reality is if you're not in work, education or training, you're going to be languishing in a dole queue, and the evidence is potentially for a long time". Do you agree with this policy? Should parents be fined?

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Should parents be fined if their children drop out of school?
  • 35.3% Yes - they are responsible for their children
    35.3% Complete
  • 25.9% It's not fair to assume they'll end up in the dole queue
    25.9% Complete
  • 38.8% No - it's not the parents' choice
    38.8% Complete
1509 votes
1750 days ago

Messy Church

Glenis from Totara Park

We're looking forward to seeing you all at Messy Church at St Hilda's Church Hall this Sunday from 4.00pm!😃

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1751 days ago

Tongue and labret

Te Aroha from Trentham

Blue gem bear belly ring x1
Colour gem heart rings x21
14guage,8mm silver labret rings x4
Silver tongue rings x 7
Silver 16mm bar,6mm tongue rings x10
Gold tongue bars x9
Silver spike 14guage, 10mm labret ring x3
Silver 16guage,10mm labret rings x4
Silver labret with "pimp" sexy" … View more
Blue gem bear belly ring x1
Colour gem heart rings x21
14guage,8mm silver labret rings x4
Silver tongue rings x 7
Silver 16mm bar,6mm tongue rings x10
Gold tongue bars x9
Silver spike 14guage, 10mm labret ring x3
Silver 16guage,10mm labret rings x4
Silver labret with "pimp" sexy" ying yang" x4
Silver 18guage,10mmbar,3mmball x 3
Silver 14guage, 10mmbar,4mmball x 17
Dice tongue ring x 6
Xxx tongue bar x1
Silver fake stretches x17

Brought these from a piercer who closed up shop took what i wanted now onselling rest
Pick up Trentham
$3 Each
2x for $5
5 x for $10

Negotiable

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1765 days ago

Massage recomendation

Vivienne from Heretaunga

I had a wonderful massage from Jinnipa Supon from Tri Thai Massage tonight.
I felt amazing after i left!!
She is very intouch with the human body .
She works out pretty quickly where all your your tight muscles are .
I have been a few times now and definatly intend on returning😆 Great massage… View more
I had a wonderful massage from Jinnipa Supon from Tri Thai Massage tonight.
I felt amazing after i left!!
She is very intouch with the human body .
She works out pretty quickly where all your your tight muscles are .
I have been a few times now and definatly intend on returning😆 Great massage and very professional.!!😆
Her number is 027 248 8095
Jinnipa is based in Ebdentown Upperhutt

1751 days ago

Why Upper Hutt's Matrix Homes couldn't make it happen

Matt Tso Reporter from Upper Hutt Leader

Pre-fabricated house builders Matrix Homes went into receivership last year. Managing director Sean Murrie says resistance from the traditional building industry and stifling, risk-averse bureaucracy led to the company's downfall.
*If you don't want your comments used in an article, … View more
Pre-fabricated house builders Matrix Homes went into receivership last year. Managing director Sean Murrie says resistance from the traditional building industry and stifling, risk-averse bureaucracy led to the company's downfall.
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1752 days ago

Recycle your unwanted mobile phones

NZ Telecommunications Forum

Spring is here so it’s time for your annual spring clean. If you’re anything like 69 percent of New Zealand households, you’ll have at least one unconnected mobile phone gathering dust in a drawer or cupboard.

Recycle these unwanted phones with RE:MOBILE.

RE:MOBILE is a not-for-profit … View more
Spring is here so it’s time for your annual spring clean. If you’re anything like 69 percent of New Zealand households, you’ll have at least one unconnected mobile phone gathering dust in a drawer or cupboard.

Recycle these unwanted phones with RE:MOBILE.

RE:MOBILE is a not-for-profit mobile phone recycling scheme which raises money for Sustainable Coastlines.

Recycling your mobile phone is free, easy and good for the environment. Not only does it keep harmful items out of landfill, it also stops the precious materials in your phone from going to waste.

Visit RE:MOBILE to find out how to recycle your mobile phone.
Learn more

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1753 days ago

Urgent Plumber Needed ASAP

Deidre from Trentham

Hi, is there a plumber that would beable to come and help me ASAP? I have had to turn the water off as the old tap over the bathtub has stripped when trying to turn off last night. Will head to Mitre 10 soon to purchase new ones but would be grateful if someone would be interested in fixing for … View moreHi, is there a plumber that would beable to come and help me ASAP? I have had to turn the water off as the old tap over the bathtub has stripped when trying to turn off last night. Will head to Mitre 10 soon to purchase new ones but would be grateful if someone would be interested in fixing for me today? regards Deidre

1752 days ago

Is fining the parents of school dropouts a step too far?

Matt Tso Reporter from Upper Hutt Leader

Penalising parents is one of several tough welfare policies being examined as the National Party considers its strategy for the upcoming 2020 election.
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1753 days ago

**** Important Notice ****

Raewyn Richardson from

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Our rear door access will be closed on Monday 7th Oct, Tuesday 8th Oct and Wednesday 9th Oct, due to renovations. Sorry for the inconvenience. Both our front doors on Main Street will be open and you can still park in our car park at the rear of our pharmacy.

1753 days ago

Caramilk... cheese?

Matt Tso Reporter from Upper Hutt Leader

Caramilk chocolate bars are back due to popular demand. Now an Aussie cream cheese company has hinted at bringing their version over the Tasman. Would you spread it on your bagel?
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