Poll: What do you reckon? Are lots of young people heading overseas?
Alex Hutt went from struggling on the dole in New Zealand to making over $100,000 a year in a job across the ditch.
Although the 25-year-old misses New Zealand, he won’t be giving up his Aussie lifestyle any time soon and he’s not alone - Statistics from Infometrics show a steady increase, beginning after the Covid-19 lockdowns, in young people leaving New Zealand either permanently or for an extended period.
What do you reckon? Are lots of young people heading overseas?
Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).
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0% Yes
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0% Not sure
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0% No
Poll: Should we be giving the green light to new mining projects? 💰🌲
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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53.3% Yes
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46.7% No
A riddle to start the festive season 🌲🎁🌟
I'm a fruit. If you take away my first letter, I'm a crime. If you take away my first two letters, I'm an animal. If you take away my first and last letter, I'm a form of music. What am I?
Do you think you know the answer? Simply 'Like' this post if you know the answer and the big reveal will be posted in the comments at 2pm on the day!
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Roadworks on SH1 between Hampton Downs and Rangiriri
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.
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