New play opening soon at the Octagon Theatre
Good people
If you're fans of theatre, you might like to catch the heart warming play, The Illiterate Book Club that's coming to the Octagon Theatre.
It's the story of a group of friends who love books but who can't read - because they never have the time.
But they start a book club anyway and come up with other ways to soak up their favourite stories.
And apart from "book reviews", there's food, drink and updates on everything that's keeping them from sitting down with a good book.
Evening shows are: June 2nd, 3rd, 8th, 9th, 10th, 15th, 16th and 17th.
Dinner and show is $55 and show only is $30.
Matinees are: Sunday June 4th & 11th
Lunch and show $45. Show only $30.
Tickets are now available at www.octagontheatre.nz...
Or book through Craniums, ph 09 438 4406
Hope to see you there.
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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60% Yes, supporting people is important!
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25.7% No, individuals should take responsibility
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14.3% ... It is complicated
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