Reading comments has always been my favourite part of Stuff so I am looking for a alternative Wellington news source now that Stuff is restricting comments on its articles and removed the voting buttons.
IMHO its social manipulation by stealth....
So where do people here get their local news?
Background - FYI - Stuff have implemented the following changes that impact the ability of readers to leave comments on their articles
1. Readers can no longer upvote or downvote comments with the thumbs sign. They say in their opinion this feature led to the most divisive comments being promoted. now, comments will simply be displayed chronologically.
2. Introduced an 'Editor's Pick' function to set a positive example by showing readers what Stuff recognise as the best comments.
3. The comment rules now include a list of topics on which no longer open comments.
4. On each comment, next to 'reply' and 'share', you'll now see a 'report' button.
5. Stricter terms and conditions for comments. They are explicit about not tolerating personal attacks or prejudice.