Poll: MINIMUM WAGE INCREASE
Confirmed: Kiwis on minimum wage get a pay rise
If you're on the minimum wage, your pay cheque will be a little larger next year.
The minimum wage will increase by $1.20 to $18.90 on April 1, 2020, the Government confirmed on Wednesday.
Training wages will also get a boost, rising to $15.12 per hour.
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51.4% Long overdue - Fantastic news
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16.9% Should be a bigger increase
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6.3% It will result in job losses
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5.6% Companies won't be able to afford paying more
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19.7% Just an election gimmick
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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77% Yes
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21.6% 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.
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