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40 days ago

Good news! Council Rates Cap

Alan from Birkdale

Rates capping is now on the Government's official Ministerial action plan for this quarter.
On average, rates are up 34% in just three years. Legislation is the finish line. Make sure your MP knows how you feel about rates increases.
If you don't do anything expect more of the same. 30,000 Kiwis signed the petition why not you?

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7 days ago

Scam Alert: Text from Police

The Team from New Zealand Police

If you get a text asking you to pay a traffic fine, please do not click on the link.
We’re aware of a text scam that includes a link to pay a fine, claiming to be from Police.

❌ Police do not issue speeding fines via text, this text is not from us, please don’t click the link.

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2 hours ago

Get $20,000 back* with your new home!

Bert Sutcliffe Retirement Village

At Ryman, we are making your move even more rewarding.

Sign up to an independent apartment or townhouse at a participating village by 30 November 2025, and you’ll get $20,000 back*.

Use it to make your new home your own, take a dream trip, or simply enjoy life’s little luxuries – the choice is yours!

*Terms and conditions apply.

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8 hours ago

Poll: Have you faced any barriers when trying to access primary health care?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Your location can affect how much you pay to see a GP. So, someone on the West Coast might pay around $33, while a person in Wellington might pay closer to $70.

❔ We want to know: Where do you live, and how much do your GP visits cost?

These prices are influenced by underfunding, subsidy caps, and the pressure they put on wages. Read more about how the GP lottery impacts you in Harriet Laughton's piece in The Post.

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Have you faced any barriers when trying to access primary health care?
  • 16.1% I have experienced financial barriers
    16.1% Complete
  • 47.9% I have had issues with availability
    47.9% Complete
  • 36% No - I haven’t been impacted
    36% Complete
422 votes