Spirited Conversations
Reminder: Wednesday 27 July at Café Yaza, Montgomery Square.
Mark Rutledge and Miranda Warner on
"Restorative Justice; a soft option for offenders?"
Mark and Miranda will lead the discussion on the preconception that Restorative Justice offers a soft option for offenders; where it fits in the criminal justice system in Aotearoa, and the central role of the victim in the process as well as the impact and outcomes for the offender.
Yaza opens for dining/drinks at 6.00pm. Conversation 7.30-9.30pm.
Wearing your mask while not eating or drinking is encouraged.
Koha to cover costs – no reservations.
Scam Alert: Fake information regarding December Bonuses from MSD
The Ministry of Social Development is reporting that fake information is circulating about new ‘December bonuses’ or ‘benefit increases’
If you get suspicious communication, please contact Netsafe.
Poll: Are Kiwis allergic to “exuberance”? 🥝
In The Post’s opinion piece on the developments set to open across Aotearoa in 2026, John Coop suggests that, as a nation, we’re “allergic to exuberance.”
We want to know: Are we really allergic to showing our excitement?
Is it time to lean into a more optimistic view of the place we call home? As big projects take shape and new opportunities emerge, perhaps it’s worth asking whether a little more confidence (and enthusiasm!) could do us some good.
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40.8% Yes
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33.4% Maybe?
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25.8% No
Some Choice News!
Many New Zealand gardens aren’t seeing as many monarch butterflies fluttering around their swan plants and flower beds these days — the hungry Asian paper wasp has been taking its toll.
Thanks to people like Alan Baldick, who’s made it his mission to protect the monarch, his neighbours still get to enjoy these beautiful butterflies in their own backyards.
Thinking about planting something to invite more butterflies, bees, and birds into your garden?
Thanks for your mahi, Alan! We hope this brings a smile!
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