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.

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

• Yes
• No

Vote View Results

• 53.3% Yes
  53.3% Complete
• 46.7% No
  46.7% Complete

1669 votes

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Marie from Whanganui

Good Folk can any of you Recommend a Skip Bin Company who do not cost an arm and leg please?

Who have you used from experience and are a good price?

Poll: Are you prepared for an emergency?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

The Manawatū-Whanganui Emergency Management Group have been tidying up their emergency response.

We want to know: Do you have an emergency plan and stored supplies at home? Do you have any suggestions for anyone looking to get their emergency response kit ready?

Are you prepared for an emergency?

• Yes
• No

Vote View Results

• 30.8% Yes
  30.8% Complete
• 69.2% No
  69.2% Complete

13 votes