Thoughts about Election 2023
Here we go again
Election time is coming
And this time it's prone to be
More disinformative than ever
Now that lying has become acceptable
We're mad, and we're angry
And deep inside we all know too well
That something is going horribly wrong
We don't know what to believe and who to trust
Let alone what to do and where to start
We're craving simple answers
To ever more complex issues
We're falling for them yet again
Roll it all back, lock them all up
Blame the other guy who's somehow different
Let loose the flood of abuse
From the anonymity of our keyboards
Actually, we know exactly what to do
We have all the tools we'll ever need
It's inconvenient, it's uncomfortable
Nobody wants to be the first to admit
How wrong we got it in the past
Our greed for bigger, faster, more
Three and a half times our fair share
When even too much is never enough
And every second word is growth
A while ago we got a glimpse
What life could be like
Then we wasted another crisis
On buying stuff and revenge travel
And selling houses to each other
Build back better became bounce back harder
Pre-pandemic levels within reach
We push it all to and past the limits
And then complain about the prices
Permanently unhappy again
The media keep us all in line
With the well-established tropes
The same five economists every week
With nine different opinions
Why this is good or bad or anything in between
And why we need more unemployment
Some of us say it's time for a change
Same old same old in a different colour
More roads to nowhere, more tunnel vision
More of the same that hasn't been working
We get to choose between Chris for our king
A two-horse race with dismal odds
No future either way, no chance to win
Change is coming anyway
Faster than we might think and like
A year ago there was no managed retreat
Now some of us are already begging for it
Pay us off, bail us out, let us go
We can't take it anymore
People under pressure don't do better!
So what if we provided the basics to everyone
Would that be worth paying a bit more tax?
Would that be worth sharing a bit more wealth?
Imagine the boost to our mental health
To our collective well-being
Doing better with less, so we all get more
In the safe green zone of the economic doughnut
Not out of bounds, not in the hole
No more jumping through countless hoops
Not having to fricking worry all the time
Could be the best investment we ever made
And might almost pay for itself
Or would we rather spend instead
On fences, walls and barbed wire
Security cameras and guards
Enjoy our freedom from behind bars
Protect our castles and trusts of gold
And keep the hangry mob at bay…
So is it about what's in it for me
Or are we rather in it for us?
Is it ok to just let it derail
Or are we getting back on track?
Do we take it over the top
Or do we take it back a notch or two?
The time to act is now
As it has always been
Poll: Is it rude to talk on the phone on a bus?
Buses can be a relaxing way to get home if you have a seat and enough space. However, it can be off-putting when someone is taking a phone call next to you.
Do you think it's inconsiderate for people to have lengthy phone calls on a bus? Vote in the poll, and add your comments below.
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65.3% Yes
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32.3% No
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2.4% Other - I'll share below
Peta Mathias: A Recipe For a Richer Life
We are thrilled to invite you to a special afternoon at Jane Mander Village, featuring celebrated author and culinary storyteller, Peta Mathias.
Join us as Peta shares her vibrant tales of adventure and travel, followed by afternoon tea. This is a wonderful opportunity to bring a friend and discover village life for yourself.
For more information call Donna on 09 435 3803.
Whangarei Film Society - screenings for Thursday November 14th
Good People
On Thursday the 14th November, WFS will be screening the French comedy, Take a Chance on Me. This will be the last film WFS screens for the year.
Please join us from 5:30pm to celebrate our final film night for 2024, catch up with your film friends and enjoy some festive fare platters.
Please note: There will be one screening only for the evening at 6:15pm. There will NOT be an 8pm screening.
Our 2025 film season will begin with our AGM and first film in late February. The exact date will be confirmed through the WFS website and social media.
Thanks to all for your continued support of WFS. Hope to see you there.
TAKE A CHANCE ON ME
France, (subtitles), 2023, Comedy
104 mins, Rated M (strong language)
Cast: Louane Emera, Michel Blanc.
Marie is a young woman who juggles a range of odd jobs to support herself and her father. Despite the precariousness of her income, Marie maintains an positive outlook on life.
But one night, her shift at a café has a string of bad events and she's fired. On top of that, Marie gets fined after a complaint is filed.
In court, Marie begs the judge to waive the fine due to her circumstances. But the Judge refuses to believe her “I’m poor, it’s too late for me” excuse.
Instead, he offers Marie a job as his driver to help her get back on track. It's a chance of a fresh start for Marie and, as she and the judge begin to spend time together and share their stories, she realises there are things a rich and privileged judge can learn about life too.
"A heart-warming film about realising your full potential." - MM reviews
View the trailer at: www.youtube.com...
Showing at Forum North, 7 Rust Ave Whangarei on Thursday 14th November at 6:15pm
Tickets: Door sales only. $10 WFS members. $15 Non members.
Cash only please. All welcome.
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