Lunchtime Concert Series Starting
The very popular Lunchtime Concert Series that were suspended last year due to COVID are re-starting on Wednesday 18th May from 12.15 to 12.50. These will be held each Wednesday at the Methodist Centre (Whiteley Memorial Church, corner of Liardet & Powderham St.
On the 18th Kim Carr a well known and popular New Plymouth based Jazz singer will be accompanied by Nicholas Carr. Kim has recently returned from 3 months performing in the Caribbean, and she has recently performed in Auckland with some of NZ's finest Jazz musicians. Her powerful and sultry voice will take you on a journey through some of the well known Jazz standards.
Bring your lunch, friends and families and sit back for some lovely lunchtime music.
A Koha would be appreciated.
Pho of Kim and Nicholas is attached together with a flyer.
Poll: Do you think NZ should ban social media for youth?
The Australian Prime Minister has expressed plans to ban social media use for children.
This would make it illegal for under 16-year-olds to have accounts on platforms including TikTok, Instagram, Facebook and X.
Social media platforms would be tasked with ensuring children have no access (under-age children and their parents wouldn’t be penalised for breaching the age limit)
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Do you think NZ should follow suit? Vote in our poll and share your thoughts below.
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84% Yes
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14.7% No
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1.3% Other - I'll share below
Spring gardening tips
Dreaming of a garden bursting with colour and fresh produce? Shane Fairbairn, Ryman Healthcare’s Landscape Manager, shares his top tips to make it happen. You’ll be set to create a gorgeous, relaxing space in no time - grab your trowel, and let’s dig in.
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What's your favourite recipe for courgettes?
Kia ora neighbours. If you've got a family recipe for courgettes, we'd love to see it and maybe publish it in our magazine. Send your recipe to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz, and if we use it in the mag, you will receive a free copy of our January 2025 issue.