Live audience to quiz election frontrunners
Marlborough's council candidates will face off at a local debate.
The event, called “The Big Debate”, is a joint venture between the Marlborough Chamber of Commerce and the Marlborough Express, and will test the 31 candidates seeking the votes of more than 46,600 electors during the October elections.
It will be held at Blenheim's ASB Theatre on September 24, at 7pm.
Anyone is welcome to be part of the audience. For more information, head to www.mcoc.org.nz...
Poll: Should the government levy industries that contribute to financial hardship?
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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59.8% Yes, supporting people is important!
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24.4% No, individuals should take responsibility
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15.8% ... It is complicated
A Neighbourly Riddle! Don’t Overthink It… Or Do?😜
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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