Lunchtime Concert Series, Friday 23 July, Rosene Spence (flute)
The lunchtime concerts at Whiteley Memorial Church continue this Friday at 12.15 with Rosene Spence playing flute. Rosene will be accompanied by Leon Paix on piano. Rosene started playing flute at 16 in New Plymouth and was principal flute and piccolo player with the Royal NZ Navy Band, performing throughout NZ for concerts and military functions. She has performed with chamber music ensembles and recently with the Taranaki Symphony Orchestra playing Vivaldi's piccolo concerto. She is studying flute with Professor Uwe Grodd and this year has begun a Postgraduate Diploma in Music.
A Koha will be appreciated. Relax and enjoy some lovely flute music. Tea, Coffee and cakes are also available.
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% 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
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?
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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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