DIY Classes
Workshop Info:
When: Tuesday Mornings 10:00 – 12:00
Where: Friendship House, 55 Wiliiam Street, HUNTLY
Cost: Gold Coin donation each session
Topics include:
01 August – Reduce Reuse Recycle
You have probably heard the importance of reducing our waste, now let’s put it into practice. Find a use for all those non-recyclable items.
08 August – Gardening in the winter
Easy ways to garden in the winter, know what to plant and when. Learn how to make your own pest controls.
15 August – Preserving & storage
If you are like me you hate food going to waste. Learn how to preserve & store food safely.
22 August – Car Maintenance
Let’s get our car in tune with an easy checklist to it running smoother. Did you know that keeping your car in good working order can save on gas and hefty mechanical bills?
29 August – The art of Crafting
Great satisfaction can come from creating something out of nothing.
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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59.2% Yes, supporting people is important!
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25.6% No, individuals should take responsibility
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15.2% ... 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?
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.
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