2666 days ago

'Shame on you': Does Rangiora have an issue with disabled parking spots?

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from Northern Outlook

A North Canterbury woman has been left gutted by an anonymous note criticising her valid use of a mobility permit.

It's the second such note to be left on a Rangiora family's car within two months.

Reality Bites Cafe owner Karl Horwarth​ says he found the "very upset" woman, who was almost in tears, as he was leaving the cafe last week.​

Horwarth, who uses a wheelchair himself, said the woman had a mobility permit for a disability that was not necessarily obvious.

"I had a quick chat to her and told her not to get upset as I get notes like that all the time."

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5 days 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% Yes, supporting people is important!
    60% Complete
  • 25.7% No, individuals should take responsibility
    25.7% Complete
  • 14.3% ... It is complicated
    14.3% Complete
1023 votes
18 hours ago

Poll: Do you have a go-to adverse-weather checklist for your family? ☔⚠️

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

As reported in the Press, the same low-pressure system that lashed the North Island over the weekend is now making its way south, bringing heavy rain and strong winds with it. It’s a soggy start to the week for many of us.

With more wild weather on the cards, we’re curious: do you have a go-to adverse-weather checklist for your family? Or are you more of a “grab the torches and hope for the best” household?

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Do you have a go-to adverse-weather checklist for your family? ☔⚠️
  • 44.4% Yes - we like to be prepared
    44.4% Complete
  • 38.9% Nah
    38.9% Complete
  • 16.7% This is on my to-do list!
    16.7% Complete
18 votes
6 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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