1141 days ago

How's this for a New Year's Resolution? Enhance your learning with EarthDiverse!

todd from EarthDiverse

EarthDiverse is pleased to announce two upcoming courses (available globally via Zoom) that begin in January:

1. A Brief History of the Ukraine: The war in Ukraine has changed the global political landscape of Europe, directing attention at a part of the world whose history and culture is not always known. This course introduces students to modern Ukrainian history. It covers the Russian Revolution, the Ukrainian Soviet Socialist Republic within the USSR, the period of “indigenization,” the collectivization of agriculture and the Ukrainian famine, the Second World War, the Brezhnev era, Ukrainian independence, the Revolution of Dignity, and the confrontation with Russia. There are six consecutive weekly Zoom sessions, with time for questions & discussion. Begins Fri 13 Jan 2023, 3:00-4:30pm (NZ time), Zoom Only. US time Zone equivalent: begins Thu 12 Jan 6-7:30pm Pacific, 9-10:30pm Eastern. Check the course page for other time zone equivalents around the world.

2. An Introduction to the History of Japanese Anime: Anime is a global phenomenon, a source of Japanese national pride, and a pastime for countless people around the world. In this course, we explore the origins of how pictures in Japanese visual art evolved into the modern form of anime and how this has influenced the national psyche. 4 consecutive weekly sessions (both in-person in Hamilton or available via Zoom). Begins Sat 21 Jan 2023, 4-6pm (NZ time). US time Zone equivalent: begins Fri 20 Jan 7-9pm Pacific, 10pm-12am Eastern. Check the course page for other time zone equivalents around the world.

For more information on these and our other courses please visit our website.

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7 hours ago

Poll: Should the government levy industries that contribute to financial hardship?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

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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Should the government levy industries that contribute to financial hardship?
  • 50% Yes, supporting people is important!
    50% Complete
  • 30% No, individuals should take responsibility
    30% Complete
  • 20% ... It is complicated
    20% Complete
20 votes
14 hours ago

Starting gun sounds for housing on Te Rapa Racecourse land with re-zoning

Libby Totton Reporter from Waikato Times

Hamilton City councillors have signed off on a plan change that could see Te Rapa Racecourse swap stables for townhouses.

The deputy mayor says this paves the way for “basically creating a new suburb within the city”.

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1 day ago

A Neighbourly Riddle! Don’t Overthink It… Or Do?😜

The Riddler from The Neighbourly Riddler

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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