Powering our Future - Kim Hill Hot Topic 2025
Join us for another thought-provoking "Hot Topic" discussion with Kim Hill!
This year's topic: "Powering Our Future - Our Social and Environmental Responsibility" Kim Hill will lead a panel of experts to delve into the issues. Once the panel has deliberated their views, the audience will be invited to question panel members.
The evening is always a well-attended stimulating and enjoyable occasion; all are welcome.
Panellists:
Wim de Koning | Co-Director of Lincoln University’s Centre of Excellence in Transformative Agribusiness
Claudia Schneider | Environmental Psychologist, University of Canterbury
Pip Newland | Sustainability and Risk, Orion Ltd.
Nathan Surendran | Energy Consultant, Schema Consulting Ltd.
Event Details:
Thursday 27th March
Doors open at 6:30 p.m., and the event starts at 7:30 p.m.
The discussion will be held in the Stewart Building at Lincoln University.
$5 koha on the door.
Refreshments and nibbles are provided with beverages available from a cash bar.
Booking is not required.
Lincoln Envirotown Sponsors:
Ngā mihi maioha, a big thank you to our wonderful sponsors!
We extend our sincere appreciation to all our sponsors Rata Foundation, Selwyn District Council, COGS, Lottery Community, Lincoln University, Orion, New Zealand Geothermal Association, Resycl Ltd., Meridian, University of Canterbury, Air New Zealand, Plant & Food Research, AgResearch, Schema and Without Waste.
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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59.8% Yes, supporting people is important!
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25.9% No, individuals should take responsibility
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14.4% ... It is complicated
A Neighbourly Riddle! Don’t Overthink It… Or Do?😜
Do you think you know the answer? Simply 'Like' this post if you know the answer and the big reveal will be posted in the comments at 2pm on the day!
If you multiply this number by any other number, the answer will always be the same. What number is this?
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Once again, Resene and NZ Gardener are on the hunt for New Zealand’s best shed! Send in the photos and the stories behind your man caves, she sheds, clever upcycled spaces, potty potting sheds and colourful chicken coops. The Resene Shed of the Year 2026 winner receives $1000 Resene ColorShop voucher, a $908 large Vegepod Starter Pack and a one-year subscription to NZ Gardener. To enter, tell us in writing (no more than 500 words) why your garden shed is New Zealand’s best, and send up to five high-quality photos by email to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz. Entries close February 23, 2026.
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