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2229 days ago

Dramatic rescue in Hauraki Gulf

Caroline Williams Reporter from Rodney Times

Three people are safe after fleeing their sinking boat, which later caught fire in the Hauraki Gulf.
Two adults and one young adult were on board the boat when it started taking on water near Little Barrier Island about 6pm on Friday.
Those on board were wearing lifejackets and managed to swim to another vessel nearby.
The sinking boat then caught fire and was "fully engulfed in flames" when the Auckland Westpac Rescue Helicopter crew arrived.

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6 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?
  • 59.5% Yes, supporting people is important!
    59.5% Complete
  • 26.2% No, individuals should take responsibility
    26.2% Complete
  • 14.3% ... It is complicated
    14.3% Complete
1077 votes
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3 hours ago

Chinese new year new stock now in store

Maryanne from Orewa

Whether it’s time to declutter or a time to bring the new we have something here for you at the Orewa Red Cross op shop. Located behind McDonald’s in Hilary house, Hilary square, Orewa.

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1 day ago

Poll: Should complete designs be shared with the public, or should the community help shape the designs from the start?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

The Post recently shared an opinion piece on the Harbour Crossing and why a more democratic approach might be needed 🚗🚲👟

While most decisions sit within the political arena, many organisations—like NZTA—manage long-term projects that go beyond party lines. Politics can sometimes disrupt progress, and the next Harbour Crossing is a big decision that will affect all Aucklanders.

We’d love your thoughts: Should near-complete, shovel-ready designs be shared with the public, or should the community have a hand in shaping the designs from the start?

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Should complete designs be shared with the public, or should the community help shape the designs from the start?
  • 82.9% Community feedback and transparency is needed.
    82.9% Complete
  • 17.1% No. This would be impossible in practice.
    17.1% Complete
41 votes