130 days ago

Poll: Do you think the stars are aligning for dairy farmers?

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

The price of butter might be eye-watering at the supermarket, but it’s the sign of an industry where the economic stars are aligning, say Waikato dairy farmers.

“New Zealand is happy to have a premium butter that is grass-fed that the whole world wants,” says Waikato dairy chair Matthew Zonderop.

Do you think the stars are aligning for farmers? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).

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Do you think the stars are aligning for dairy farmers?
  • 75% Yes
    75% Complete
  • 25% No
    25% Complete
28 votes
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3 hours ago

Roadworks on SH1 between Hampton Downs and Rangiriri

NZ Transport Agency (NZTA)

From 7 to 18 December, there will be night-time closures on SH1 between Hampton Downs and Rangiriri (Sundays to Thursdays, 9pm to 5am) to carry out wire rope barrier maintenance. Please expect delays when travelling through this area. Find out more

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6 days ago

Poll: Should we be giving the green light to new mining projects? 💰🌲

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

The Environmental Protection Authority announced this week that a proposed mine in Central Otago (near Cromwell) is about to enter its fast-track assessment process. A final decision could come within six months, and if it’s approved, construction might start as early as mid-2026.

We want to know: Should mining projects like this move ahead?

Keen to dig deeper? Mike White has the scoop.

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Should we be giving the green light to new mining projects? 💰🌲
  • 53.1% Yes
    53.1% Complete
  • 46.9% No
    46.9% Complete
1877 votes
1 day ago

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