10 August MEET THE ELECTION CANDIDATES 2PM and 7pm
The Grey Power Rotorua Association Inc acts as an advocate on behalf of seniors on those matters that affect them to local, national and government policy-making bodies. We also create opportunities for our members to inform themselves and participate in such advocacy. We are not aligned with any political organisation or other lobby group other than the Federation of Grey Power Associations.
At the time of this notice the following candidates have accepted Grey Power Rotorua's invitation to give their responses to five pre-notified questions regarding superannuation, the Rates Rebate Scheme, access to health services and disability access, establishing the office of a Commissioner for Seniors, and their views on what the term "economic recovery" means to them and their Party.
ROTORUA ELECTORATE
Alan Tane Solomon, New Conservatives
Claire Mahon, Labour
Fletcher Tabuteau, NZ First
Kaya Sparks, Greens
Pete Kirkwood, ACT
Todd McClay, National
WAIARIKI ELECTORATE
Hannah Tamaki, Vision NZ
On 10 August, YOU will have two opportunities to hear the candidates, 2pm and 7pm, at Linton Park Community Centre. Candidates will speak at both sessions, so you are welcome to attend both, or the one the fits in better with your timetable.
ALL ARE INVITED TO ATTEND. We welcome new members, and for details of how to join and information about the Grey Power Electricity discounts available exclusively to members, regular outings, forums, and getting involved, visit our website, or call in to our office (immediately behind Age Concern) at 1333 Eruera St,, 11-2 Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays
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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79% Yes
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19.9% No
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1.1% 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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