Explore Space this summer
Looking for a summer holiday destination? Head to Space Place where the sun is always shining!
We’ve got planetarium shows, telescopes and exhibitions to keep the whole family entertained.
Space Place tells the stories of our southern skies. Learn how to spot Matariki touch real Moon rocks and help Māui capture the Sun.
Travel across galaxies in the stunning digital planetarium. Choose from a range of whānau-friendly shows including new animated film Ngā Tohunga Whakatere – The Navigators. Most screenings include a complimentary virtual tour of the night sky.
Find the full planetarium schedule and plan your trip at spaceplace.nz.
Poll: Are our Kiwi summer holidays helping us recharge, or holding the economy back? ☀️🥝
There’s growing debate about whether New Zealand’s extended Christmas break (and the slowdown that comes with it) affects productivity.
Tracy Watkins has weighed in ... now it’s your turn. What’s your take? 🤔
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72.3% We work hard, we deserve a break!
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16.1% Hmm, maybe?
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11.6% Yes!
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!
Brain Teaser of the Day 🧠✨ Can You Solve It? 🤔💬
How many balls of string does it take to reach the moon?
(Peter from Carterton kindly provided this head-scratcher ... thanks, Peter!)
Do you think you know the answer? Simply 'Like' this post and we'll post the answer in the comments below at 2pm on the day!
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