Poll: Which challenges should Northland councils be focusing on?
Hi neighbours - Northland's four councils are facing a number of challenges.
What do you think is the most important challenge to focus on? Is there anything missing from the list? Let us know your thoughts in the comments.
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43.5% Economic growth vs environmental sustainability
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2.9% Reducing inequalities
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13% Climate change risks and mitigation
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14.5% An ageing population
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26.1% Protecting biodiversity, biosecurity and water
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Poll: Does grocery bagging affect where you shop?
There's only a few differences between our larger chain supermarkets here in New Zealand. Having someone bag your groceries is one of them.
Does having your groceries packed for you at the checkout influence where you do your grocery shop? If so, tell us why.
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24% Yes
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75.3% No
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0.7% Other - I'll share below
What workplace change would you like to see most?
This coming Monday is Labour Day in New Zealand. This public holiday marks when the eight-hour workday and 48-hour workweek became law in 1899. The idea started with Samuel Parnell, a carpenter in Wellington, who in 1840 refused to work more than eight hours a day. Since skilled workers were in short supply, his employer had to agree.
As more skilled workers arrived, employers tried to change working conditions, but Parnell and others kept pushing for better rights. In 1890, Parnell led a Labour Day parade of 1,500 people to promote the eight-hour day. He passed away shortly after, and nine years later, Labour Day became an official public holiday.
Do you feel that we have reached the ideal in working environments yet? What rights are you passionate about relating to employment? Share your thoughts!
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