Harvest Moon at Hilltop
This Saturday 19 July 2025 Music starts 7pm. Americana and Country music band Harvest Moon feature a dazzling array of instruments including pedal steel, mandolin, guitars, banjo, accordion, and dobro, playing a diverse collection of classics from legends like Johnny Cash, John Prine, Dwight Yoakam, and Neil Young. The Wellington-based band’s front-man, lead vocalist Rob Reid provides a powerful and smooth singing style; founding member & multi instrumentalist Garrett Evans plays pedal steel, dobro, guitars and sings vocals too; Dave Allen is Harvest Moon’s lead guitarist and banjo player - he also plays in Salty Hearts and Hogsnort Bulldogs Goodtime Show; another original member, Wayne Mills plays keys, accordion, bass and sings; A veteran of NZ’s vibrant 60s and 70s music scene, bassist Frits Stigter brings a wealth of experience and groove; On percussion - Robert Antonio is another well-known personality in the close-knit Wellington musical scene.
Come along for the special House Concert vibe. Teas, coffee & snacks provided. Details re parking etc will be sent out with the email confirming your booking.
A riddle to start the festive season 🌲🎁🌟
I'm a fruit. If you take away my first letter, I'm a crime. If you take away my first two letters, I'm an animal. If you take away my first and last letter, I'm a form of music. What am I?
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Poll: Should we be giving the green light to new mining projects? 💰🌲
The Environmental Protection Authority announced this week that a proposed mine in Central Otago (near Cromwell) is about to enter its fast-track assessment process. A final decision could come within six months, and if it’s approved, construction might start as early as mid-2026.
We want to know: Should mining projects like this move ahead?
Keen to dig deeper? Mike White has the scoop.
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53.4% Yes
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46.6% No
Record and Craft Fair -Next Saturday
Next week, Wellington is bursting at the seams with great markets, fairs, and events, including ours! Don't forget to visit our record and craft fair at the Johnsonville Community Centre (rec centre) before we sign off for the year.
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