1443 days ago

Poll: City to compromise on rates increase

Reporter Manawatū Standard

Ngā mihi o te ata kiritata,

Palmerston North City Council may drop its 4.4 per cent rates increase to 1.95 per cent following the hardships of a Covid-19 recession.

Nearly half the public submissions on the draft budget asked council to freeze rates or reduce the increase.

But Councillor Susan Baty said it would not be possible to freeze rates and still build a progressive city.

Are they making the right decision?

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City to compromise on rates increase
  • 16.2% Āe, we need a rise to progress the city
    16.2% Complete
  • 83.8% Kāore, families are suffering and need a buffer
    83.8% Complete
111 votes
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4 days ago

Poll: Would you want an unconventional funeral?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Funerals can cost as much as $22,000 and the planning can be stressful especially at a time when loved ones are grieving. Some New Zealanders are re-imagining funerals by making their own coffin or having a relaxed ceremony at home. Would you want a less traditional funeral? Share your thoughts below.

Type 'Not For Print' if you wish your comments to be excluded from the Conversations column of your local paper.

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Would you want an unconventional funeral?
  • 83.6% Yes
    83.6% Complete
  • 14.2% No
    14.2% Complete
  • 2.3% Other - I'll share below!
    2.3% Complete
1773 votes
1 day ago

Spoil someone special this Mother’s Day

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With Mother’s Day just around the corner, we’ve got you covered. Enjoy up to 34% off 1-year magazine subscriptions and grab a gift for yourself or a mother figure that’ll last all year long!

With over 50 titles to choose from, there’s something for everyone at mags4gifts.co.nz. To make your gift even more special, make sure to click the “This order is a gift” box to add a free personalised e-card to your order. Mother’s Day offers end at midnight on 11 May, so don’t miss out! T&Cs apply.
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1 day ago

What's On: WAIKANAE BEACH MOTHERS DAY MARKET

Gary from Waikanae

Celebrate Mothers Day by taking mum for a day out in Kapiti. Visit this great, friendly Community Market with a huge variety of quality, reasonably priced items and GIFTS available.
WAIKANAE BEACH MOTHERS DAY MARKET
  • Waikanae Beach Community Hall