South Taranaki District, Hawera

Poll: Should the government levy industries that contribute to financial hardship?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

As reported in the Post, there’s a $30 million funding gap in financial mentoring. This has led to services closing and mentors stepping in unpaid just to keep helping people in need 🪙💰🪙

One proposed solution? Small levies on industries that profit from financial hardship — like … View moreAs reported in the Post, there’s a $30 million funding gap in financial mentoring. This has led to services closing and mentors stepping in unpaid just to keep helping people in need 🪙💰🪙

One proposed solution? Small levies on industries that profit from financial hardship — like banks, casinos, and similar companies.

So we want to hear what you think:
Should the government ask these industries to contribute?

Should the government levy industries that contribute to financial hardship?

• Yes, supporting people is important!
• No, individuals should take responsibility
• ... It is complicated

Vote View Results

• 59.9% Yes, supporting people is important!
  59.9% Complete
• 25.7% No, individuals should take responsibility
  25.7% Complete
• 14.4% ... It is complicated
  14.4% Complete

1012 votes

Varicose Veins Slowing You Down?

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Discounted entry to the Home & Garden Show!

Jade Promotions

2 for 1 ticket offer

The countdown is on - doors open next week! It’s all about idea’s, inspiration and exclusive show specials at the Rotorua Home and Garden Show on from the20th - 22nd of February at Energy Events Centre. Join the fun with our 2 for 1 Adult Ticket Offer

There’ll be a… View more2 for 1 ticket offer

The countdown is on - doors open next week! It’s all about idea’s, inspiration and exclusive show specials at the Rotorua Home and Garden Show on from the20th - 22nd of February at Energy Events Centre. Join the fun with our 2 for 1 Adult Ticket Offer

There’ll be a huge variety Home and Garden Exhibitors, featuring everything from Kitchens, Artists, Builders, Landscaping, Heating, Spas, Flooring, Heatlh & Well-being and more! Add to that good food, great coffee and you have the perfect day out. Get your to-do list ready and we'll see you at the Show.

Save the date in your diaries: 20 - 22 February
Fri & Sat 10 – 5, Sun 10 – 4
Energy Events Centre, Rotorua
Adults $6
Gold Card Friday $3
Under 16 free Find out more

Road safety: Flooding

The Team from Wellington District Police

Motorists across the greater Wellington area, and particularly through the Hutt Valley, are advised to stay off the roads where possible due to heavy rainfall and flooding.

There is flooding across a number of areas. If you must travel, please slow down and be prepared for surface flooding or … View moreMotorists across the greater Wellington area, and particularly through the Hutt Valley, are advised to stay off the roads where possible due to heavy rainfall and flooding.

There is flooding across a number of areas. If you must travel, please slow down and be prepared for surface flooding or obstructions on the road.

Anyone travelling should check NZTA’s Journey Planner website for the latest road conditions before heading out.

Helping local tradies stay on top of admin

Oliver from Stratford

Hi neighbours 👋
I’m Ollie from Your Tradie Support, based here in Stratford and helping tradies across NZ with the admin side of running their business.
A lot of tradies are brilliant at the work itself but end up doing quotes, invoicing and paperwork late at night after being on the tools all… View moreHi neighbours 👋
I’m Ollie from Your Tradie Support, based here in Stratford and helping tradies across NZ with the admin side of running their business.
A lot of tradies are brilliant at the work itself but end up doing quotes, invoicing and paperwork late at night after being on the tools all day — that’s where I help.
I don’t do bookkeeping — I help keep the day-to-day admin organised so everything runs smoother and easier.
If you know a local tradie who’s drowning in paperwork or always behind on invoices, feel free to point them my way 🙂
Always happy to chat and help where I can.
🌐 www.yourtradiesupport.co.nz...