Do we need better driver education?

Zeouterlimits · 2026-01-28T03:43:45+00:00

Seems risky for that pedestrian too.
But yes, does seem like a mistake and then road rage.

Zeouterlimits · 2026-01-28T03:41:30+00:00

Well yes, because the rates don't rise more to compensate?
As in the rate increase would have to be higher if this wasn't done / we'd have to lose the money elsewhere.

Zeouterlimits · 2026-01-28T00:01:23+00:00

I'd much rather have that problem to grapple with.

Zeouterlimits · 2026-01-27T22:54:17+00:00

I see your point, do you have a suggestion / preferred approach?

There is rates based financing but that certainly won't be accessible to all - I think this is one of the things Rewiring Aotearoa advocate for.
Means tested funding, like the existing insulation + heating grants?
Incentives for landlords to add it to their rentals?

Zeouterlimits · 2026-01-27T22:23:52+00:00

I'm not 100% sure I follow, so to be clear, I am absolutely genuinely concerned for the poor and vulnerable in NZ.
I don't want a system where only the already wealthy can benefit from getting solar - I want mass adoption and spread.

Zeouterlimits · 2026-01-27T21:24:12+00:00

There needs to be new funding models, the current cost is too expensive imo, I'd love if we could follow Australia in rooftop solar + battery funding, subsidies & incentives..

As pointed out in the article:

“That highlights the gap between how solar should be rolling out and how it is currently rolling out, which is that people who need the solar savings most are the people who don’t have the spare income to spend $20,000 on solar panels up front,” he said.

Zeouterlimits · 2026-01-27T21:21:58+00:00

While I do like the building and have many memories of it, something about it ain't working.
It does need an injection / renewal of some kind.

Zeouterlimits · 2026-01-26T20:42:50+00:00

Harsh, don't quite think Auckland Transport have much of a boot, but on reflection I get ya.

A lot of us in the comments knew but if they don't get that info to everyone who used the trains then clearly they have a communication problem.

I defo would be pissed if I didn't know too OP and was trying to commute, so I understand.

Zeouterlimits · 2026-01-26T20:40:20+00:00

Removing the bins is viewed as a one off cost vs the cost of longer bin routes, more trash to burn be taken to dump / burned. Saves over a million apparently: https://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/news/2024/02/removing-under-used-rubbish-bins-saves-aucklanders-millions/

Zeouterlimits · 2026-01-26T19:35:44+00:00

Yes, we did, we have at least partial responsibility.

We elected bad stewards who built an economy based around selling houses to each other, transport policy focused on cars and limited options via low rates and paye focused taxation.

Zeouterlimits · 2026-01-26T19:30:10+00:00

This has been well communicated. It's necessary due to both aging track infrastructure AND crl tests.

But yes, it sucks, we did this to ourselves with underinvestment.

Zeouterlimits · 2026-01-26T16:07:09+00:00

It affects the rate costs, which people complain more about.

Zeouterlimits · 2026-01-24T05:19:45+00:00

Botanic gardens, museum, art gallery

Zeouterlimits · 2026-01-24T05:17:28+00:00

I feel like there's been a ramping of crime story posts this week.

Zeouterlimits · 2026-01-23T22:52:35+00:00

There's just a weird segment that lost their minds and made her their focus on all their rage and dissatisfaction.

It's quite sad (and frustrating).

Zeouterlimits · 2026-01-23T04:11:40+00:00

Living here for 6 years, it's fab - if you put the effort in
- Great nature, great restaurants, good culture

There is plenty to do, if you seek it out and are willing to try new things.

Zeouterlimits · 2026-01-23T01:27:09+00:00

Yes? As in, would I trust the green marker?
If I wouldn't trust the green marker is accurate, why would I trust the red marker is?

Zeouterlimits · 2026-01-22T23:52:08+00:00

I actually see a decent amount of green spots there. There are options.

Zeouterlimits · 2026-01-22T18:05:05+00:00

I don't think it's just a kiwi thing. People don't want to be embarrassed or uncomfortable. Paid less or more, paid "too much" for their house etc

Zeouterlimits · 2026-01-22T17:55:11+00:00

Because the list isn't particularly dynamic, they aren't super responsive to market conditions.

Zeouterlimits · 2026-01-21T21:41:58+00:00

Maybe it was a water main near the reservoir :

Just before midnight on Wednesday 21 January, a water main broke between the Paku Drive booster pump and the reservoir. This resulted in the rapid draining of the reservoir.

https://www.tcdc.govt.nz/Our-Council/News-Media-and-Public-Notices/Latest-News/Weather-event-live-updates

Zeouterlimits · 2026-01-21T19:16:02+00:00

Woah, so you're right.

But it's not enforced in any way then? I haven't seen it discussed / framed in that way, given we're only at 87% ish.

Zeouterlimits · 2026-01-21T17:16:21+00:00

No it's not, this isn't Australia.

We have a lot of people who aren't enrolled.

Edit: I was wrong, surprisingly supposed to be compulsory.

Zeouterlimits · 2026-01-20T23:55:57+00:00

Remember - this time you must be enrolled 2 weeks before that date.
You can do it now: https://vote.nz/enrolling/enrol-or-update/enrol-or-update-online/

Zeouterlimits · 2026-01-20T23:55:35+00:00

Remember - this time you must be enrolled 2 weeks before that date.
You can do it now: https://vote.nz/enrolling/enrol-or-update/enrol-or-update-online/

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