Suffragists in the Hutt
Hutt City Council Archives and About Space have created a fabulous display of history and heritage at Vogel House in celebration of our suffragists in the Hutt.
Don't miss the rare opportunity to visit this special exhibition and Vogel House, open daily from 10am - 4pm until Tuesday 2 October. Wander through the house and garden at your leisure. Listen to a series of speakers talking this weekend (programme below).
Te Omanga is grateful for your koha/donation of $2 at the door.
Programme of Speakers:
Saturday 29 September
- 12.30pm Talk Session begins
- 12.35pm Councillor Lisa Bridson
- 1pm Councillor Margaret Cousins
- 1.25pm Councillor Tui Lewis
- 1.50pm Councillor Glenda Barratt
- 2.15pm Sandra Greig, Geneologist and former Greater Wellington Regional Councillor
- 2.40pm Barbara Branch, former Councillor of Hutt City Council
- 3.05pm Elishevah Monrad, granddaughter of the late Joan Monrod, Deputy Mayor of Lower Hutt; Jermaine Walters, SHE Trust award 2009
Sunday 30 September
- 12.30pm Talk Session begins
- 12.35pm Joy Baird, former Councillor of Hutt City Council
- 1pm Joy Quigley, SHE Trust founder
- 1.25pm Olivia Atkinson, SHE Trust award 2015
- 1.40pm Beryl Anderson, National Council of Women
- 2.05pm Kristine Bartlett, 2018 New Zealander of the Year and Pay Campaigner
Poll: Is it rude to talk on the phone on a bus?
Buses can be a relaxing way to get home if you have a seat and enough space. However, it can be off-putting when someone is taking a phone call next to you.
Do you think it's inconsiderate for people to have lengthy phone calls on a bus? Vote in the poll, and add your comments below.
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63.6% Yes
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33.9% No
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2.5% Other - I'll share below
What's your favourite recipe for gooseberry?
Love gooseberries? Share your favourite way to enjoy them. We're looking for our readers' favourite family recipes for this delicious crop. Send yours to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz, and if we use it in the magazine, you will receive a free copy of our December 2024 issue.
International Volunteer Managers Day
Yesterday marked International Volunteer Managers Day. So throughout this week we will be spotlighting several amazing volunteer managers from across the Wellington region.
Liv has recently started managing a diverse team of volunteers at The Free Store Wellington. Here are some words about what she loves about her role!
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