The Look Out! Performing Arts & Entertainment Guide
COVID-19 - the reality-bites full immersion ‘experience’ is coming to a venue near you!
The Look Out! Performing Arts, Events and Entertainment Guide offers a list of possible entertainment options that were scheduled before the Government’s Monday March 16 announcement was made about limiting the size of non-essential public gatherings.
The WeetBix Trythlon and Central District Field Days have already been canned.
Further events under consideration include The Great Manawatū Steam Fair & Manawatū Stockcar Champs.
Other events and shows published in this list may or may not go ahead, with further decisions being made about their viability in the next few days
Please check with the promoters, producers, organisers, booking offices and venues, and keep yourself and your family safe.
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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59.6% Yes, supporting people is important!
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26% No, individuals should take responsibility
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14.4% ... 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?
Have you got New Zealand's best shed? Show us and win!
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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