2140 days ago

Crossroads Marlborough offers takeaway food service in lockdown

Alice Angeloni Reporter from Marlborough Express

A community centre in Marlborough has closed its doors but has left a window open for people in need during the coronavirus pandemic.

Crossroads Marlborough kitchen manager Richard McDonald said due to the Government's lockdown people could not gather in the centre as usual, but they could still collect takeaway food delivered through a window at the centre, or phone in if they need someone to talk to.

"We have a closed door policy but we are operating through the window and over the phone. Even though we are in a shutdown situation we are here for social contact," McDonald said.

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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?
  • 59% Yes, supporting people is important!
    59% Complete
  • 24.3% No, individuals should take responsibility
    24.3% Complete
  • 16.7% ... It is complicated
    16.7% Complete
378 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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