Heritage Talk: Norman McLeod - Firebrand Minister
Zana Bell will give a talk about the Reverend Norman McLeod who spearheaded a migration of his Gaelic-speaking community, first to Nova Scotia, Canada then to Waipū and the Whangārei Heads.
Zana travelled to Scotland to learn more about this firebrand minister and impassioned preacher, who had a way of stirring up both adoration and dissent wherever he went and who could inspire entire communities to up sticks and move across the world. Twice.
📅 Wednesday, 28 May 11:00am - 12:00pm
📍 Cafler Suite, Forum North, 7 Rust Avenue, Whangārei
🎫 Free entry - No prior registration needed
🪑 Seating on a first come, first served basis.
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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53.3% Yes
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46.7% No
We want to know: Have you thought about cutting your insurance cover to save costs?
Senior business reporter Rob Stock tackles a big question many of us have wondered about: “What are the pros and cons of cutting back on insurance?”
So we’re curious… What are your thoughts on trimming your insurance cover? Have you ever considered it?
Want to dive deeper? Rob Stock has the full breakdown.
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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