Tertiary scholarship now open to Lower Hutt women
Scholarship applications are now open for Lower Hutt women looking to undertake tertiary education in 2020.
The Suffrage Hutt Education (SHE) Trust Scholarship is open to women who have lived in Lower Hutt for at least three years or attended a Lower Hutt secondary school for at least three years.
The SHE Trust Scholarship recently celebrated 25 years supporting local women. It was originally established to help women who find it difficult to meet the costs of tertiary education.
Applications close on 19 September 2019. For more information, contact Margaret Cousins on (04) 586 2135. An application form is available from the link below.
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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60.1% Yes, supporting people is important!
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25.7% No, individuals should take responsibility
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14.3% ... It is complicated
Wild weather in Wellington
Wellington’s wild weather is really making itself known — trains and flights are being cancelled, and drivers are being reminded to take it slow and stay safe out there.
Want to stay in the loop and see what’s happening next? The Post has all the latest updates to keep you covered.
Donations
Hi Neighbours,If your having a spring clean,i would be more than happy to take your stuff to pass on.I am also looking for clean jars if any one has any please.Not taking any Clothing till closer to opening.Thanku
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