Two minutes of silence for the mosque shooting victims
Today marks one week since 50 Muslim people were killed in two Christchurch mosques.
At 1.30pm, the Muslim call to prayer (adhan) will be broadcast on TV and radio. It will be followed by two minutes of silence.
You can find more updates on what is happening at events around the country on this Stuff blog.
In Hamilton, Hamilton West Mosque has planned a Friday evening gathering on its grounds, in Bandon Street, Frankton. The event starts at 5.30pm and is open to all.
Photo: DOMINICO ZAPATA/STUFF
Derelict Tokanui Hospital site in line for a clean-up
Derelict Tokanui Hospital buildings will be demolished and contaminated land cleaned up so the site can be offered back to iwi.
The former psychiatric hospital, southeast of Te Awamutu, sits on land taken from Ngāti Maniapoto under the Public Works Act in 1910.
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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59.5% Yes, supporting people is important!
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24.6% No, individuals should take responsibility
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15.9% ... 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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