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Have you had your say on the future of the Lower Hutt?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Lower Hutt residents now have four weeks to have their say on how they elect their councillors and how they are represented at ward and community level.

Hutt City Council is reviewing how Lower Hutt residents are represented at Council, in preparation for the 2019 local body elections.

Council recently agreed to a draft proposal that would maintain the current way the Mayor and Councillors are elected and the present structure of community boards and panels. However, it proposes a review of community panels, which were established last year, in three years to gauge their effectiveness at representing their communities. The review was originally scheduled in six years’ time.

The final shape of representation arrangements in Lower Hutt will depend on formal public submissions over the next month.

To view the draft proposal and make a submission, go to huttcity.govt.nz/representation

Submissions close at 5pm on 3 September 2018. Council will then decide whether to amend its proposal or not. The final representation proposal will then be publically notified and people have the opportunity to lodge an appeal or objection.

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Poll: Should employees be able to work from home?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

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Where possible, do you think employees should be able to work from home? Vote below and share your thoughts in the comments.

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Should employees be able to work from home?
  • 69.9% Yes
    69.9% Complete
  • 26.9% No
    26.9% Complete
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7 days ago

Poll: How do you feel about dogs being allowed indoors in cafes?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

For most of us, seeing a friendly doggo while out and about instantly brings a smile to our faces. But how do you feel about cafes welcoming pups inside?

Cast a vote and share your thoughts below.

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How do you feel about dogs being allowed indoors in cafes?
  • 26.4% I love it!
    26.4% Complete
  • 30.8% Only in designated areas
    30.8% Complete
  • 42.8% No, it should be outdoors only.
    42.8% Complete
3700 votes