Bargain tickets – You Cain’t Say No!
Make sure you get in quick for our special deals on the 9th and 10th of August! See the upbeat and much-loved Oklahoma! musical at bargain prices. Usually evening tickets are $37 but on these two nights only, students are just $19 and everyone else is only $30.
Oklahoma is running at Riverlea Theatre from 5th – 19th August with a young, vibrant and talented cast. The musical not only features a classic love triangle, but includes favourite songs like ‘Oh what a beautiful morning’, ‘Lonely room’, ‘I cain’t say no’ and ‘People will say we’re in love.’ See all the ticket details here.
Image: Jud Fry (Garry Snape), Laurey (Giane Gardyne) and Curly (Nathan Smith). Photography by Kerry Blakeney-Williams.
Wild weather in the Waikato
The Waikato really copped it over the weekend, with wild weather leaving a hefty clean-up bill that may run into the millions.
While things are looking calmer in the days ahead, there are still plenty of slips and flooded roads across the district — so if you’re heading out, take it easy and stay alert.
We want to know: How did you and your whānau get on over the weekend?
Want to see what recovery will look like from here? The Waikato Times has the latest.
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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25.9% No, individuals should take responsibility
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14.6% ... 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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