
Climate leaders become beneficiaries as budget cuts axe community funding
A climate change educator is wondering where the next generation of climate leaders will come from if sweeping Auckland Council budget cuts are passed.
Auckland mayor Wayne Brown is seeking to plug a $375 million shortfall in Auckland Council’s budget. His proposal includes a $20m cut to a wide range of community, and arts funding.
This includes reducing local board operating funding by $16m – 5% of the total budget local boards oversee.

Poll: Do you have a pet at home?
Neighbourly members LOVE their pets, whether it's a smoochy cat, a trusty pup or even a feathered friend.
We'd like to know how many of you who see this post actually have a pet at home. Let us know in the poll below!

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73.9% Yes - I have a pet / multiple pets
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7.2% Not currently, but one day!
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18.9% Nope, I live in a pet-free home

We're looking for...The Best Floral Garden
The Neighbourly Backyard Awards are in full swing and we are looking forward to seeing the entries on this one!
This week's category is......... Best Floral Garden.
Whether your garden is bursting with wildflowers, perfectly coordinated roses, or elegant neutrals, we want to see it!
So share a photo, or two, in a comment below of your floral garden to be in to win a $100 Mitre10 voucher. Winner will be announced next Monday 🌿🌱🍃


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