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NZ Herald
a day ago
- Business
- NZ Herald
Horizons regional councillor David Cotton signing off after four terms
'That's what I'm quite proud of, really knowing our numbers, whether that was with sustainable land use or public transport.' Cotton opposed an additional $400,000 for Whanganui's public transport in 2025/26, saying last November that while the city's high-frequency bus service Te Ngaru The Tide had been a success, it was still running below capacity. Councillors voted 10-4 to keep the funding in Horizons' budget, with the annual plan signed off on June 24. Cotton said he had been out of step with other councillors this term on rates rises. In Whanganui, the average rates rise from the regional council was 12.8% for 2025/26. 'Thirty per cent of that was because we put a new bus system in,' Cotton said. 'I'd say that was a nice to have. Central Government would not fund 50% like they normally do.' Cotton said it was time to consider whether regional councils were needed or if there should be a unitary authority. 'Particularly here in Whanganui, with the ownership structure around the Whanganui River,' he said. 'With the changes in the RMA [Resource Management Act], and the amount of work regional councils won't be required to do, I think it's the opportune time to have that conversation. 'Personally, I'd like to see it go to referendum in the election of 2028.' Whanganui district councillors Jenny Duncan and Charlie Anderson, Whanganui Deputy Mayor Helen Craig, and Horizons chair Rachel Keedwell are also standing down at the end of the term. Cotton said anyone thinking of running for council needed to know standing orders and how meetings and systems worked. 'It's very different than a private business,' he said. 'You can come up with a great idea but find you don't have the funding in place because you haven't had it added to an annual or long-term plan.' He had thoroughly enjoyed working alongside fellow Whanganui-based councillor Alan Taylor, Cotton said. The pair disagreed on a few issues, including additional public transport funding, but that 'represented the view of the community'. 'Then, the members of council made a decision. That's good process. 'Tongue in cheek, I have to say I lost more than I won.' Cotton said being a councillor meant he was able to go to places he never would have otherwise. 'And I've met people from all walks of life. 'Being a councillor can be hugely satisfying and hugely frustrating, but it's really been a great journey.' Nominations for the 2025 local government elections close at noon on Friday, August 1. Mike Tweed is a multimedia journalist at the Whanganui Chronicle. Since starting in March 2020, he has dabbled in everything from sport to music. At present his focus is local government, primarily the Whanganui District Council.
West Australian
3 days ago
- Business
- West Australian
Former Perth Wildcat Bryce Cotton takes up radio role following blockbuster Adelaide move
Former Perth Wildcats superstar Bryce Cotton has not wasted time in establishing roots in his new Adelaide home after taking on an eye-opening new role. Cotton, who opted to leave the Wildcats at the end of the last season after nine years, three championships and five league MVPs, has now joined the SEN breakfast team in Adelaide. 'Although Australia is already my home, hopefully this leads to connecting with more sporting fans in SA, as well as across the country, through sharing my insights and opinions,' he said. Former Wildcats owner and SEN chief executive Craig Hutchison said he was delighted to have Cotton as part of his team. 'Bryce is fiercely competitive, determined and professional — and attacks everything with a growth mindset,' he said. 'It is great for our SEN SA audiences and our national audiences via the SEN app who will be able to enjoy Bryce's latest journey and get a rare insight into what has made him great.' Cotton's move to Adelaide is perhaps the biggest signing in NBL history after many expected he would take on a big-money deal from overseas. The 32-year-old is the greatest Wildcat in history and arguably the best NBL player ever, but revealed it was the Wildcats who let him go. 'As much as people say why did I leave the Wildcats, I didn't technically leave. The Wildcats parted ways with me because I wasn't willing to give an answer back in March,' Cotton said on The EasyDay Show podcast. 'They made the business decision to part ways because they didn't want to wait, which is fine. But I don't want to hear all this bitching and complaining when I'm doing what I feel is best for me as a result.' Wildcats owner Mark Arena said he had no regrets about the decision. 'We did what we thought is, and what we still believe is, right for the Wildcats. That's long-term success both on and off the court. We felt we did that and totally back the decision we made collectively.' 'We had given him more than enough time. It was well over six months. A lot was reported. Was it three days? No. It was six months and three days.'
Perth Now
3 days ago
- Business
- Perth Now
Cotton's surprising new gig after Adelaide switch
Former Perth Wildcats superstar Bryce Cotton has not wasted time in establishing roots in his new Adelaide home after taking on an eye-opening new role. Cotton, who opted to leave the Wildcats at the end of the last season after nine years, three championships and five league MVPs, has now joined the SEN breakfast team in Adelaide. 'Although Australia is already my home, hopefully this leads to connecting with more sporting fans in SA, as well as across the country, through sharing my insights and opinions,' he said. Former Wildcats owner and SEN chief executive Craig Hutchison said he was delighted to have Cotton as part of his team. 'Bryce is fiercely competitive, determined and professional — and attacks everything with a growth mindset,' he said. 'It is great for our SEN SA audiences and our national audiences via the SEN app who will be able to enjoy Bryce's latest journey and get a rare insight into what has made him great.' Cotton's move to Adelaide is perhaps the biggest signing in NBL history after many expected he would take on a big-money deal from overseas. The 32-year-old is the greatest Wildcat in history and arguably the best NBL player ever, but revealed it was the Wildcats who let him go. 'As much as people say why did I leave the Wildcats, I didn't technically leave. The Wildcats parted ways with me because I wasn't willing to give an answer back in March,' Cotton said on The EasyDay Show podcast. 'They made the business decision to part ways because they didn't want to wait, which is fine. But I don't want to hear all this bitching and complaining when I'm doing what I feel is best for me as a result.' Wildcats owner Mark Arena said he had no regrets about the decision. 'We did what we thought is, and what we still believe is, right for the Wildcats. That's long-term success both on and off the court. We felt we did that and totally back the decision we made collectively.' 'We had given him more than enough time. It was well over six months. A lot was reported. Was it three days? No. It was six months and three days.'
Yahoo
4 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Cotton Starting New Week with Slight Strength
Cotton prices are up 6 to 17 points so far on Monday morning. Futures ended the Friday trade with contracts down 33 to 50 points in the front months, as December was 45 points lower on the week. Crude oil futures were 96 cents/barrel lower. The US dollar index was higher, up $0.311 to $97.435. Commitment of Traders data showed spec traders adding a total of 1,415 contracts to their net short position as of July 22 to a net 39,879 contracts. More News from Barchart Does the 2025 Corn Crop Have a Pollination Problem? Markets move fast. Keep up by reading our FREE midday Barchart Brief newsletter for exclusive charts, analysis, and headlines. As we near the end of the marketing year, total Export Sales commitments are 11.768 million RB, which is 107% of USDA's expected number and behind the average 116% pace. Actual shipments have totaled 10.778 million RB, which is 98% of that number and beating the 95% average pace. The Seam showed sales of 801 bales on Thursday, with an average price of 62.77 cents/lb. The Cotlook A Index was unchanged at 78.70 cents on July 24. ICE cotton stocks were down 18 bales on decertification on 7/24, with the certified stocks level at 21,617 bales. USDA's Adjusted World Price (AWP) was up 23 points on Thursday at 54.95 cents/lb. Oct 25 Cotton closed at 67.01, down 33 points, currently up 17 points Dec 25 Cotton closed at 68.23, down 48 points, currently up 7 points Mar 26 Cotton closed at 69.65, down 48 points, currently up 9 points On the date of publication, Austin Schroeder did not have (either directly or indirectly) positions in any of the securities mentioned in this article. All information and data in this article is solely for informational purposes. This article was originally published on Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Yahoo
5 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Cotton Pulling Back at the End of the Week
Cotton futures are trading mostly lower on Friday, with contracts down 45 to 50 points at midday. October is an exception, up 2 points on thin trade. Crude oil futures are 53 cents/barrel lower. The US dollar index was higher, up $0.401 to $97.525. As we near the end of the marketing year, total Export Sales commitments are 11.768 million RB, which is 107% of USDA's expected number and behind the average 116% pace. Actual shipments have totaled 10.778 million RB, which is 98% of that number and beating the 95% average pace. More News from Barchart Coffee Prices Settle Higher on Brazil Weather Risks Weather Risks in Brazil Boost Coffee Prices Cocoa Prices Finish Sharply Lower as Chocolate Demand Wanes Our exclusive Barchart Brief newsletter is your FREE midday guide to what's moving stocks, sectors, and investor sentiment - delivered right when you need the info most. Subscribe today! The Seam showed sales of 801 bales on Thursday, with an average price of 62.77 cents/lb. The Cotlook A Index was unchanged at 78.70 cents on July 24. ICE cotton stocks were down 18 bales on decertification on 7/24, with the certified stocks level at 21,617 bales. USDA's Adjusted World Price (AWP) was up 23 points on Thursday at 54.95 cents/lb. Oct 25 Cotton is at 67.36, up 2 points, Dec 25 Cotton is at 68.25, down 46 points, Mar 26 Cotton is at 69.67, down 46 points On the date of publication, Austin Schroeder did not have (either directly or indirectly) positions in any of the securities mentioned in this article. All information and data in this article is solely for informational purposes. This article was originally published on Sign in to access your portfolio
