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94 days ago

What will you spend your tax cut on?

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

From Thursday most New Zealanders can expect to take more of their paycheck home as a major plank of the coalition government’s election promises come into effect.

Coffees and saving for a cruise were ideas mentioned to the Times, but what Waikato people will be spending it on is a mixed bag.

Do you have plans for your tax cut money? Let us know in the comments below (add NFP if you don't want your words used in print).

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5 days ago

Poll: Is the increase in disability parking fines fair?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

In October, the fine for parking in a designated mobility car park without a permit has jumped from $150 to $750—a 400% increase!

The goal is to keep these spaces open for those who truly need them. Do you think this big increase in the fine is fair? Share your thoughts below.

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Is the increase in disability parking fines fair?
  • 88.5% Yes, it's fair
    88.5% Complete
  • 10.8% No, it's unreasonable
    10.8% Complete
  • 0.7% Other - I'll share below
    0.7% Complete
3719 votes
34 minutes ago

Can You Handle Today’s Mind-Boggling Riddle?

Riddler from The Neighbourly Riddler

David's father has three sons: Snap, Crackle, and _____?

Do you think you know the answer to our daily riddle? Don't spoil it for your neighbours! Simply 'Like' this post and we'll post the answer in the comments below at 2pm.

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2 days ago

Are you following the water charge discussions at Hamilton City Council?

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

Hamilton city councillors have taken tangible steps towards a new water regime that will see a charge based on their property’s capital valuation in their rates bill for the first time next year.

The council voted unanimously on Thursday on a series of direction-setting decisions in relation to the 2024-2034 Long-Term Plan Amendments.

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