I think the focus on cars is a bigger problem than what energy source they use. EVs are taking over anyway, there is no standing in the way of that.
If we want to reduce emissions (pollution isn't much of a problem in windswept NZ) then we need to focus on more efficient modes of transport and lifestyles. Not more cars.
We will still be able to import used EVs from Japan, if converting our domestic fleet is a goal.
Obviously it is impossible for Aldi to open stores in New Zealand as long as it remains a nation apart.
What should this new nation be named, New Aldistan?
Also, seeing that "Rental, hiring and real estate services" ranks above things like education tells a story about our priorities.
Never did like those flags. Shame no one came up with a compelling design. Perhaps it wasn't the time?
In terms of providing fat/protein for processed food, agree that it is probably a sunset industry. Milk powder will become lab 100% or close to that.
Old-school dairy will still exist, for things like boutique cheeses. Terrior is important in that market. The fonterra model of pumping out mega-tonnes of generic product is irrelevant. Those who want to remain dairy farming should be forming relationships with individual cheese makers and developing cheeses that reflect their locality.
As factory created protein takes over, there will be more focus on "destination" food experiences as a way for land based farmers to carry on. Tourism and dining with farm visits to see a cow, that sort of thing. $$$. Most people won't bother, just stick to product for their dietary needs.
You are 100% correct. The actual market response in this case is "prices set to FALL in respose to retail slump".
Our media is economically illiterate (or paid to print this crap).
We need to trade. If we want more access to $$$ markets, we should abdolutely lead. You way is the way of the price taker, not the price setter.
Same as a few others have said, if the apps go, I go.
He's got to be the change that he wants to see.
Whining about everyone isn't that.
It says "college tuition".
If you want to make a point about the housing crisis, do use New Zealand facts.
I wonder if the Lemmy platform (assuming it has legs) will facilitate a better atmosphere simply because there is a slightly higher barrier to entry - and because it is not commercial, meaning no one will be trying to make it a big deal?
Seems like a good move. It's a crap dynamic at this point. Maybe later we could re-federate once the numbers aren't so skewed. If people from there feel the need to discuss NZ issues they still have options. They can join here. They can make their own NZ sub if NZ issues are so important to them.