Something lacking in social media is the ability to follow people or see posts based on how close they are to your location.

• Real News – by joining forces with local news media, the sort that only has 10 or less stories per day
• Local Organisations – like local government announcements, and elected officials can have verified accounts
• Local Sports – we can offer league tables etc for local and youth sports comps
• Local Weather
• Local Radio/TV – quick, easy access
• Local Users – anyone can join, but they must nominate a location in the local area (it need not be your home)
• Prioritising Local Posts – the closer to you physically, the more prominent the post/story. Like a burst waterpipe on your street
• Crime/Safety – discussions and the ability to directly report anything – like potholes or stray dogs – to the appropriate people
• Marketplace – garage sales etc

Self-moderating via Real accounts

This is important, because moderation is a huge cost for social networks. All users must use their real names, and consequently any borderline illegal behaviour is unlikely

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