Jacinda Ardern has announced she, along with Government ministers and public service chief executives will take a 20 per cent pay cut to identify with the difficulties facing New Zealanders in the wake of Covid-19.
The Prime Minister said the pay cut would last for the next six months.
Following her announcement, National leader Simon Bridges tweeted he would chip in and take a 20 per cent pay cut too. "As we acknowledge New Zealanders who are reliant on wage subsidies, taking pay cuts and losing their jobs as a result of Covid-19's global pandemic. "We feel acutely the struggle that many New Zealanders are facing and so too, do the people that I work with on a daily basis. "It is about leadership," said Ms Ardern, adding that the move would not "shift the Government's overall fiscal position". "If there was ever a time to close the gap between different positions, it's now," the Prime Minister said. "This is where we can take action which is why we have." She said the move stands alongside "many actions taken by many people". Ms Ardern acknowledged many sectors working to help New Zealanders at this time.
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Poll: Do you think banning gang patches is reasonable?
With the government cracking down on gangs, it is now illegal for gang members to display their insignia in public places whether through clothing or their property.
This means arrests can be made if these patches are worn in places like restaurants, shops, on public transport or ferries, and on airplanes. Arrests were made recently at a funeral.
Do you think this ban is reasonable?
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76.3% Yes
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22.3% No
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1.4% Other - I'll share below
What's your favourite recipe for courgettes?
Kia ora neighbours. If you've got a family recipe for courgettes, we'd love to see it and maybe publish it in our magazine. Send your recipe to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz, and if we use it in the mag, you will receive a free copy of our January 2025 issue.
Chrstmas light show
Hi everyone.
I have put my Xmas lights up and am currently doing the final testing.
This is an animated show set to music, so drive by viewing is not the best.
There are speakers out so you will be able to hear the music that goes with the lights.
As last year, I will have my shows running from 1st of December until 31st of Dec inclusive.
As I have neighbours, Please respect them and their properties.
Show times will be,
Sunday to Thursday 9pm to 10pm.
Friday and Saturday 9pm to 10:30pm.
Last but not least the address.
28 Harrington Rd
Henderson.
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