Spirited Conversations
REMINDER! Don't miss - Wednesday 25 October
STEVEN GRAY
"DEMOCRACY IN TROUBLE?
Insights from a Democracy promoter"
After the fall of the Iron Curtain, it appeared that democracy was in ascendancy. From 1995 to 2017 foreign aid specialist Steven Gray worked in 14 different countries on democracy promotion projects. With our own elections front of mind, he will lead the discussion about how New Zealand compares to lower-income countries trying to transition to democratically elected governments.
At Café Yaza, Montgomery Square
Yaza opens for dining/drinks 6.00pm – conversation 7.30-9.30pm
Treat yourself, and support our partners at Yaza Café.
Come early and try their 'Spirited Conversations' menu!
Koha to cover costs – no reservations.
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!
Scam Alert: Fake information regarding December Bonuses from MSD
The Ministry of Social Development is reporting that fake information is circulating about new ‘December bonuses’ or ‘benefit increases’
If you get suspicious communication, please contact Netsafe.
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