Lunchtime Concert, Taranaki Songmen Choir, Wed 6th September
The Taranaki Songmen Choir will be performing at this weeks Lunchtime Concert, Methodist Centre (Whiteley Memorial Church) from 12.15 pm.
Taranaki Songmen have evolved from the Taranaki Male Choir as a relaxed and progressive male vocal ensemble with a repertoire that mixes traditional and contemporary songs. Directed by Julian Raphael the group will perform stirring and soulful songs of the sea, songs by New Zealand writers and some new arrangements of Lennon and McCartney classics. Koha appreciated.
Healthy Active Ageing Forum & Expo 2026
The Healthy Active Ageing Forum & Expo are back in New Plymouth May 2026, we look forward to seeing you there
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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59.5% Yes, supporting people is important!
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26.1% No, individuals should take responsibility
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14.4% ... It is complicated
Brain Teaser of the Day 🧠✨ Can You Solve It? 🤔💬
Make a hearty dish. Take just half a minute. Add four parts of kestrel. Then just add one. What have you made?
(Trev from Silverdale kindly provided this head-scratcher ... thanks, Trev!)
Do you think you know the answer? Simply 'Like' this post and we'll post the answer in the comments below at 2pm on the day!
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