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1993 days ago

Poll: Voting in health board elections

Sophie Trigger Reporter from Marlborough Express

Sweeping changes to the health system propose that all health boards be government appointed. This means no more voting for DHB members in local elections.

What do you think about this? Did you vote for DHB members in last year's local election?

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Voting in health board elections
  • 6.5% I didn't vote at all.
    6.5% Complete
  • 0% I voted for councilors, but not DHB members.
    0% Complete
  • 0% I didn't vote, but I like having the option to.
    0% Complete
  • 29% I voted but I didn't know anything about the candidates.
    29% Complete
  • 61.3% I made a very informed vote on health board members.
    61.3% Complete
  • 3.2% Other - let us know in the comments!
    3.2% Complete
31 votes
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1 day ago

Poll: Are big music and food events good for the Marlborough region?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Marlborough has a busy summer ahead, with plenty on the calendar, the latest being the Fruit Loop Festival, as reported by the Marlborough Express.

We want to know: Are big music and food events a good thing for the region? Does the boost they bring make the crowds worthwhile?

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Are big music and food events good for the Marlborough region?
  • 33.3% Yup - an influx of money trumps crowds
    33.3% Complete
  • 66.7% No - I prefer the peace
    66.7% Complete
  • 0% Other - tell us your thoughts below
    0% Complete
6 votes
26 days ago

Some Choice News!

Kia pai from Sharing the Good Stuff

Many New Zealand gardens aren’t seeing as many monarch butterflies fluttering around their swan plants and flower beds these days — the hungry Asian paper wasp has been taking its toll.

Thanks to people like Alan Baldick, who’s made it his mission to protect the monarch, his neighbours still get to enjoy these beautiful butterflies in their own backyards.

Thinking about planting something to invite more butterflies, bees, and birds into your garden?

Thanks for your mahi, Alan! We hope this brings a smile!

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4 days ago

Scam Alert: Fake information regarding December Bonuses from MSD

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

The Ministry of Social Development is reporting that fake information is circulating about new ‘December bonuses’ or ‘benefit increases’

If you get suspicious communication, please contact Netsafe.

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