Bridge Pa - Longlands, Hastings

149 days ago

Poll: No more card payment surcharges – but who should be covering the cost? 💸

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

The Government says it's scrapping those annoying card surcharges – and it’s happening next year.

Consumer NZ is stoked, saying these sneaky surcharges cost Kiwis around $65 million a year and should’ve been gone ages ago.

But not everyone’s convinced it’s a win. Labour and … View more
The Government says it's scrapping those annoying card surcharges – and it’s happening next year.

Consumer NZ is stoked, saying these sneaky surcharges cost Kiwis around $65 million a year and should’ve been gone ages ago.

But not everyone’s convinced it’s a win. Labour and Hospitality NZ are worried the costs won’t just disappear. Labour MP Arena Williams put it simply: there should not be surcharges for customers at all. But she points out that the Government’s plan does not deal with banks and merchants “who still scoop a big fee”.

Many of our community are rocked by the recent announcement. Retailers warn card surcharge ban could lead to higher prices - the unfortunatel reality is that small businesses are feeling the squeeze along with their customers. In comparison, large retailers pay significantly lower banking fees and ultimately have more leverage at the negotiation table.

💸 So someone still pays – but who?

We want to know: Who should be covering this cost?
Share your thoughts in the comments!

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No more card payment surcharges – but who should be covering the cost? 💸
  • 5.7% Retailers need to absorb the cost
    5.7% Complete
  • 88.7% The banks are the problem - the cost should not sit with consumers or retailers
    88.7% Complete
  • 4.2% I do not mind paying a surcharge - I just want everything to be transparent
    4.2% Complete
  • 1.4% It is more complicated - I will share below
    1.4% Complete
2839 votes
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139 days ago

Desk chair

Stephen from Havelock North

Looking for a swivel desk chair.

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139 days ago

Ellen G print

Jodi from Te Awanga - Haumoana

Professionally framed

Price: $100

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139 days ago

Fish painting

Jodi from Te Awanga - Haumoana

Professionally framed, May be cute for a child's room?

Price: $40

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139 days ago

Frizzell print

Jodi from Te Awanga - Haumoana

Only in kmart frame, not glass, plastic sheet

Price: $40

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139 days ago

Nikau painting

Jodi from Te Awanga - Haumoana

Offers

Negotiable

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140 days ago

Electric motorised wheel chair

James and Julie from Hastings Central

Basic Info.
Model NO.
XFG-108FL

Material
Aluminium Alloy Type
Electric Wheelchair
Motor 24V/150W*2 Brushless
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Basic Info.
Model NO.
XFG-108FL

Material
Aluminium Alloy Type
Electric Wheelchair
Motor 24V/150W*2 Brushless
Battery 24V 6.6-40ah Lithium
Controller Joystick
Max Load 100kgs
Driving Range/Charge 10km/40km
N.W(with Battery) 17.5kgs
Folds up to nothing as shown in photos
Origin China
Price $1,000 O.N.O
Excellent condition, hardly used
Pick up from 200b Prospect Road Hastings.
Contact James 0210387822

Price: $1,000 ONO

Price: $1,000

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140 days ago

Desk foot rests large

Jodi from Te Awanga - Haumoana

3 available, $30 each, pick up Hastings Central

Price: $30

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140 days ago

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Jodi from Te Awanga - Haumoana

Pick up Hastings central

Price: $35

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140 days ago

Picture 2

Jodi from Te Awanga - Haumoana

Pick up Hastings central

Price: $35

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140 days ago

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Jodi from Te Awanga - Haumoana

Pick up Hastings central

Price: $30

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141 days ago

Applications for our Love to Dance grants are now open!

James Wattie Retirement Village

Whether it's pre-schoolers or seniors, Scottish dancing or salsa, kapa haka or Kathak, breakdance or ballet - if you're encouraging people of all ages and abilities to keep moving through dance, we have three $5000 Love to Dance grants up for grabs.

Click read more to nominate your … View more
Whether it's pre-schoolers or seniors, Scottish dancing or salsa, kapa haka or Kathak, breakdance or ballet - if you're encouraging people of all ages and abilities to keep moving through dance, we have three $5000 Love to Dance grants up for grabs.

Click read more to nominate your community dance group.

Applications close 31 August 2025.

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141 days ago

Elevate Your Windows with Stylish Grid Shelves for Plants

The Team from Resene ColorShop Hastings

Transform regular casement windows into elegant grid-style options that double as pretty shelving – perfect for those small, sun-loving plants. Find out how to transform your windows with these easy step by step instructions.

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