1703 days ago

Controversial Dome Valley landfill approved following split vote

Caroline Williams Reporter from Rodney Times

The controversial proposal to build a landfill in Auckland’s Dome Valley has been approved, despite stiff opposition.

Waste Management New Zealand will construct and operate the 60-hectare landfill on its 1000-hectare site after the project was granted resource consent on Monday.

A panel of independent commissioners, who heard evidence from the applicant, submitters, mana whenua and 20 Auckland Council specialists on the proposal, were split in their final decision.

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1 day 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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10 hours 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?
  • 53.8% Yes, supporting people is important!
    53.8% Complete
  • 27.7% No, individuals should take responsibility
    27.7% Complete
  • 18.5% ... It is complicated
    18.5% Complete
130 votes
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2 hours ago

Seeking donations

Maryanne from Orewa

Red Cross Shop Ōrewa is currently seeking quality pre-loved items and would kindly appreciate contributions of:

*bestseller books
*towels
*jewellery
*handbags
*ornaments
*bric-a-brac
*belts
*cds
*dvds
*designer women’s and menswear clothing

Donations can be kindly dropped at Shop 5, Hillary House, Hillary Square, Orewa, behind McDonalds.

Thank you for your generosity and support for Red Cross.