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2653 days ago

What issues are you voting on this election?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

There’s only a month left of billboards and political debates before we head to the polling booths and decide who will lead our country. It’s a big decision that will influence the next three years.

From the living wage to homelessness, housing to transport, immigration to mental health - … View more
There’s only a month left of billboards and political debates before we head to the polling booths and decide who will lead our country. It’s a big decision that will influence the next three years.

From the living wage to homelessness, housing to transport, immigration to mental health - Neighbourly wants to hear what is affecting your vote.

Is it a local issue in your community or something across the region? or the country?

Maybe you've switched sides or remaining loyal to one party - whatever your decision, we want to know what issues you’d like your ideal government to focus on. Let us know by commenting below!

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2654 days ago

ACC legal bills skyrocket, creating an 'uneven playing field' for claimants

Reporter Sunday Star Times

ACC legal spending has doubled in five years, jumping from $3.8 million in 2011 to $7.9m last year.

However, many injured Kiwis seeking to dispute rejected claims are concerned ACC is using private attorneys to outsmart them.

Russel Watts, 50, from Taupo, said he postponed his review earlier … View more
ACC legal spending has doubled in five years, jumping from $3.8 million in 2011 to $7.9m last year.

However, many injured Kiwis seeking to dispute rejected claims are concerned ACC is using private attorneys to outsmart them.

Russel Watts, 50, from Taupo, said he postponed his review earlier this week after he found out he'd be facing off against a senior corporate attorney from Wellington.

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2654 days ago

Buy biscuits and be in to WIN!

FreshChoice Ruakaka

The good old Kiwi biscuit has become a staple in many New Zealand homes. Whether it’s a Tim Tam with a cuppa, or a cracker and a piece of brie, we’re taking our biscuits for granted.

We've teamed up with Arnott’s to offer you a chance to win a share of $75K in cash and weekly gift … View more
The good old Kiwi biscuit has become a staple in many New Zealand homes. Whether it’s a Tim Tam with a cuppa, or a cracker and a piece of brie, we’re taking our biscuits for granted.

We've teamed up with Arnott’s to offer you a chance to win a share of $75K in cash and weekly gift vouchers when you buy any pack of Arnott's biscuits.

Click here for more details and to enter the competition. Comp ends 5th November 2017. T&C's apply.

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2657 days ago

Poll: What is the issue you are most concerned about this election?

Jay Boreham Reporter from Rodney Times

Election season is heating up so we want to know what are the issues that will get you voting this year. We are running polls across Auckland to see what each suburb has on its mind.

Feel free to tell us why you chose a particular option, write NP next to your comment if you don't want it … View more
Election season is heating up so we want to know what are the issues that will get you voting this year. We are running polls across Auckland to see what each suburb has on its mind.

Feel free to tell us why you chose a particular option, write NP next to your comment if you don't want it used in print.

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What is the issue you are most concerned about this election?
  • 10.8% House prices and housing supply
    10.8% Complete
  • 4.1% Education and schools
    4.1% Complete
  • 6.8% Law and order
    6.8% Complete
  • 25.7% Roads and transport
    25.7% Complete
  • 1.4% Environment and climate change
    1.4% Complete
  • 18.9% Immigration
    18.9% Complete
  • 9.5% Health and hospitals
    9.5% Complete
  • 8.1% The economy, jobs and trade
    8.1% Complete
  • 14.9% Homelessness and poverty
    14.9% Complete
74 votes
2655 days ago

Candidates - panel discussion

Rhonwyn Newson Reporter from Rodney Times

Tune in to our local candidates panel discussion on August 24 via our Facebook Page (www.facebook.com...) between 3:30pm and 5pm.
On the agenda:
- Penlink
- Hill Street
- Health care for an ageing population
- Protecting Rodney waterways from silt
- Coastal inundation and tsunami protection

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2655 days ago

Poll: What section of the Sunday Star-Times do you enjoy reading the most?

Reporter Sunday Star Times

Tell us more about what you look forward to reading each week.

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What section of the Sunday Star-Times do you enjoy reading the most?
  • 51% News
    51% Complete
  • 10.5% Focus Features
    10.5% Complete
  • 3.5% Columns
    3.5% Complete
  • 35% Sunday Magazine
    35% Complete
314 votes
2655 days ago

The untold story of the fatal Battle of Baghak

Reporter Sunday Star Times

Afghan soldiers who fought shoulder to shoulder with New Zealand troops against insurgents in a deadly battle have spoken for the first time and described what really went on.

The soldiers were in the Battle of Baghak in August 2012 when two New Zealanders and four Afghans died, but were never … View more
Afghan soldiers who fought shoulder to shoulder with New Zealand troops against insurgents in a deadly battle have spoken for the first time and described what really went on.

The soldiers were in the Battle of Baghak in August 2012 when two New Zealanders and four Afghans died, but were never interviewed as part of the Court of Inquiry carried out by the New Zealand Defence Force.

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2656 days ago

Our Rodney

Rhonwyn Newson Reporter from Rodney Times

Rodney residents tell us what your big issue is for this year's election. Send us your pic via Facebook: www.facebook.com... Instagram: @therodneytimes or right here on Neighbourly. Use the hashtag #OurRodney

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