Leisure and Learning
What do Bill Gates and Winston Churchill have in common? They both play bridge!
Although known as an incredible military strategist Churchill was apparently mediocre at bridge. On the other hand Bill Gates is a passionate player quoted as saying ‘Bridge is the king of all card games’. To learn to play bridge join our lessons starting mid March at the Hamilton Bridge Club.
Call Pam 0276466077 or Ros 021402259
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Poll: Are our Kiwi summer holidays helping us recharge, or holding the economy back? ☀️🥝
There’s growing debate about whether New Zealand’s extended Christmas break (and the slowdown that comes with it) affects productivity.
Tracy Watkins has weighed in ... now it’s your turn. What’s your take? 🤔
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71.9% We work hard, we deserve a break!
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16.3% Hmm, maybe?
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11.7% Yes!
Some Choice News!
Many New Zealand gardens aren’t seeing as many monarch butterflies fluttering around their swan plants and flower beds these days — the hungry Asian paper wasp has been taking its toll.
Thanks to people like Alan Baldick, who’s made it his mission to protect the monarch, his neighbours still get to enjoy these beautiful butterflies in their own backyards.
Thinking about planting something to invite more butterflies, bees, and birds into your garden?
Thanks for your mahi, Alan! We hope this brings a smile!
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