Lunchtime Concert, Andy Bassett & Friends, Wednesday 27th July
Andy Bassett, Taranaki's well known singer-songwriter released his eighth solo album, "The Orchid Thief" earlier this year. This lunchtime we will be treated to his first public performance and preview of some of the tracks from this album. Andy co-arranged the songs for strings and woodwinds with musician Jarrod Bakker.
In this concert Andy is joined by musicians Emily Riordan on Bass, piano and backing vocals along with Krissy Jackson (first violin), Helen Griffiths (2nd violin), Susan Case (viola), Margaret van Altena (cello), Jocelyn Beath (flute) and Jo Henderson (oboe).
There will be a full performance of this work at the 4th Wall in September.
This lunchtime concert is 27th July at the Methodist Centre (Whiteley Memorial Church) at 12.15 pm
Poll: Should the government levy industries that contribute to financial hardship?
As reported in the Post, there’s a $30 million funding gap in financial mentoring. This has led to services closing and mentors stepping in unpaid just to keep helping people in need 🪙💰🪙
One proposed solution? Small levies on industries that profit from financial hardship — like banks, casinos, and similar companies.
So we want to hear what you think:
Should the government ask these industries to contribute?
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59.6% Yes, supporting people is important!
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25.9% No, individuals should take responsibility
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14.5% ... It is complicated
A Neighbourly Riddle! Don’t Overthink It… Or Do?😜
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