15 things we don't know about transport
Research shows that not enough of us connect our car use with our carbon footprint, and driving less is likely to be one of the best and easiest ways we can reduce our carbon footprint.
The trouble is — we really, really love our cars. Collectively, Kiwis drive 49 billion kilometres (the equivalent of 1.2 million times round the planet) every year.
Check out these interesting facts about the impact of transport on climate change (click here to download the full-size PDF infographic).
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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59.4% Yes, supporting people is important!
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26.3% No, individuals should take responsibility
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14.3% ... It is complicated
Brain Teaser of the Day 🧠✨ Can You Solve It? 🤔💬
Make a hearty dish. Take just half a minute. Add four parts of kestrel. Then just add one. What have you made?
(Trev from Silverdale kindly provided this head-scratcher ... thanks, Trev!)
Do you think you know the answer? Simply 'Like' this post and we'll post the answer in the comments below at 2pm on the day!
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Next Art Exhibition at Reyburn House Art Gallery, Town Basin, Whangarei
Now showing at Reyburn House: Simon Payton & Kristin Kay.
Simon’s exhibition features The Dancer, Iconic Warplanes, Portals and his distinctive 0s & Xs works, layered with colour and structure. Kristin Kay’s sculpture adds a strong three-dimensional presence in the gallery.
Exhibition runs 17 Feb – 15 March.
Meet the Artists: Friday 13 March, 5pm. Drinks and nibbles provided. All welcome.
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