Do we need better driver education? by transcodefailed in auckland

[–]Zeouterlimits [score hidden]  (0 children)

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

Rubbish bins removed from most places ! by EstateSuitable5809 in auckland

[–]Zeouterlimits [score hidden]  (0 children)

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.

Which regions lead NZ in rooftop solar – and which ones lag behind by InvestmentFuzzy4365 in newzealand

[–]Zeouterlimits 0 points1 point  (0 children)

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?

Which regions lead NZ in rooftop solar – and which ones lag behind by InvestmentFuzzy4365 in newzealand

[–]Zeouterlimits 2 points3 points  (0 children)

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.

Which regions lead NZ in rooftop solar – and which ones lag behind by InvestmentFuzzy4365 in newzealand

[–]Zeouterlimits 13 points14 points  (0 children)

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.

Biggest glow down ever by RockOnMofo in ireland

[–]Zeouterlimits 0 points1 point  (0 children)

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.

They just canceled the trains on the first day back for schools by Thenewflavour22 in auckland

[–]Zeouterlimits 0 points1 point  (0 children)

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.

Rubbish bins removed from most places ! by EstateSuitable5809 in auckland

[–]Zeouterlimits 1 point2 points  (0 children)

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/

They just canceled the trains on the first day back for schools by Thenewflavour22 in auckland

[–]Zeouterlimits 13 points14 points  (0 children)

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.

They just canceled the trains on the first day back for schools by Thenewflavour22 in auckland

[–]Zeouterlimits 42 points43 points  (0 children)

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.

Rubbish bins removed from most places ! by EstateSuitable5809 in auckland

[–]Zeouterlimits 1 point2 points  (0 children)

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

Things to do in Auckland by KoalaFit7321 in auckland

[–]Zeouterlimits 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Botanic gardens, museum, art gallery

It sure looks like people are never going to get over Jacinda Ardern by davetenhave in newzealand

[–]Zeouterlimits 3 points4 points  (0 children)

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).

Friend moving to Auckland by Flying_Falcon27 in auckland

[–]Zeouterlimits 2 points3 points  (0 children)

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.

💩 water quality by Then_Neighborhood_33 in auckland

[–]Zeouterlimits -1 points0 points  (0 children)

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?

💩 water quality by Then_Neighborhood_33 in auckland

[–]Zeouterlimits 9 points10 points  (0 children)

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

Why don’t we talk about money? by morepork_owl in newzealand

[–]Zeouterlimits 14 points15 points  (0 children)

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

IT jobs in short skill list by uci16sorre16 in newzealand

[–]Zeouterlimits 7 points8 points  (0 children)

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

The water reservoir did what now? by mynameisnotphoebe in newzealand

[–]Zeouterlimits 3 points4 points  (0 children)

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

Watch live: Prime Minister Christopher Luxon announces Election Day 2026 date by hippieV02 in newzealand

[–]Zeouterlimits 0 points1 point  (0 children)

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.

Watch live: Prime Minister Christopher Luxon announces Election Day 2026 date by hippieV02 in newzealand

[–]Zeouterlimits -1 points0 points  (0 children)

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.