27 days ago

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 banks, casinos, and similar companies.

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

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Should the government levy industries that contribute to financial hardship?
  • 60.4% Yes, supporting people is important!
    60.4% Complete
  • 25.6% No, individuals should take responsibility
    25.6% Complete
  • 14% ... It is complicated
    14% Complete
1351 votes
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1 day ago

🪱🐦 When are you the most productive? 🌙🦉

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

The Post has been diving into our daily habits, and research suggests being an early bird or a night owl isn’t just a choice—it’s biology! We all have that specific time when our brains finally "click" into gear.

This raises a big question for the modern workplace. To get the best out of everyone, should employers accommodate our natural body clocks? This idea is at the heart of the four-day work week and flexible scheduling movements.

We want to hear from you:
1. When does your brain "click" into gear?
2. Would a flexible (or shortened) schedule change the way you work?

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8 days ago

Poll: If we want to reduce speeding, what do you think actually changes driver behaviour? 🛻🚨🚓

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

In the Post's article on speeding penalties, the question is asked whether speeding fines are truly about road safety, or are they just a way to boost revenue for the Crown?

What do you think? Should speeding motorists receive speeding fines or demerit points?

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If we want to reduce speeding, what do you think actually changes driver behaviour? 🛻🚨🚓
  • 35.8% The sting of a fine (Money talks!)
    35.8% Complete
  • 64.2% The threat of demerit points (Nobody wants to lose their license!)
    64.2% Complete
1118 votes
20 hours ago

Hot Water Upgrades

Ian Morton from Waterworx HB

🔥 Hawke’s Bay homeowners – did you know your hot water system could be the biggest power user in your home?

Hot water heat pumps can use up to 80% less electricity than a standard electric cylinder.

Yes, they cost more upfront.But the energy savings can more than cover the difference over time, especially for busy households using lots of hot water.

Benefits include:

✔ Lower power bills✔ Reliable hot water for the whole family✔ Energy-efficient technology✔ Professional installation

At HB Hot Water Shop, hot water systems are what we specialise in.

If you're thinking about upgrading your hot water system, get in touch to discuss your options.

Hot Water – It’s What We Do.