Have you seen the 2022 Programme?
After a mammoth team effort, we're thrilled to unveil the programme for next year's Hamilton Gardens Arts Festival!
TEEKS, Ballet Noir, Haus of YOLO, Reb Fountain, Muroki, The Soundtracks from Tarantino’s Pulp Fiction and Reservoir Dogs, Sunset Symphony...
Some of the biggest and boldest shows to ever hit Hamilton - all happening Feb 18-27. Featuring everything from classical music to drag, ballet to theatre, and comedy to children’s shows, the line-up is brimming with world-class arts experiences, right through to free & live acts
Explore our programme now! And make the most of Early Bird discounts on most of our ticketed events.
Hamilton woman’s $50 flax roses are helping her family get by
Marama Wade sits outside her River Rd home selling harakeke roses for $50, trying to keep food on the table and the rent paid.
The 54-year-old said the reason she’s out there is simple, especially with Valentine’s Day approaching.
“We’re broke. The reality is life is hard.”
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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60.6% Yes, supporting people is important!
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23.5% No, individuals should take responsibility
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15.9% ... It is complicated
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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