Voices in the Wind - Islands and Oceans Concert
You are cordially invited to attend the debut concerts of the exciting new choir in the Wellington, Voices in the Wind. This dynamic group of auditioned singers is prepared to bring you to uncharted choral territory with their initial performance, themed around Islands and Oceans. Directed by Eric Sidoti and accompanied by Jennifer Scarlet, this will be a wonderfully entertaining programme of delights from Campion and Billings through to Rossini and Simon and Garfunkle. Reflecting the variety that we want to present, from sea shanties to television music to a New Zealand composition premiere, you will come away with tunes dancing in your head. St James Church in Lower Hutt on Friday 24 May at 7:30 pm or St Barnabas Church in Mana (Porirua) on Sunday 26 May at 2:30 pm. Tickets are only $20 for adults, $10 for students and unwaged, and under 8 are free. Our vision - providing the highest quality music in the most accessible way possible!
Tickets are on Event Brite (we will also have door sales) - www.eventbrite.co.nz...
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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59.6% Yes, supporting people is important!
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26% No, individuals should take responsibility
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14.4% ... 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?
Have you got New Zealand's best shed? Show us and win!
Once again, Resene and NZ Gardener are on the hunt for New Zealand’s best shed! Send in the photos and the stories behind your man caves, she sheds, clever upcycled spaces, potty potting sheds and colourful chicken coops. The Resene Shed of the Year 2026 winner receives $1000 Resene ColorShop voucher, a $908 large Vegepod Starter Pack and a one-year subscription to NZ Gardener. To enter, tell us in writing (no more than 500 words) why your garden shed is New Zealand’s best, and send up to five high-quality photos by email to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz. Entries close February 23, 2026.
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