Every single one of us in New Zealand is a descendant of, or an actual immigrant. I despair when people start scrapping about whether or not we should accept immigrants and refugees. They display no knowledge of their own ancestry. The debate on immigration is one of the most transparent displays of … [Read more...]
The Christchurch community won’t thank Govt for proposed Urban Policy:
The Government announced a proposal for Urban Planning during the week. Here is an article which describes what is being … [Read more...]
Growing Transitional Engineering:
Taking a different approach to how engineers shape a low carbon future... The Sustainability Society, Engineers for Social Responsibility and the Global Association for Transition Engineering are hosting a webinar panel event exploring the transition engineering movement. Join them for a … [Read more...]
Isn’t it interesting how people using mobile phones are catching bullies:
Once upon a time bullying and harassment was denied by those who perpetrated it. Society agreed with guilty parties too often and those who complained remained victims. Lately we have had many amazing examples where authorities have been caught out in USA because those at events have recorded … [Read more...]
Green Economics – Cycling is a disaster!
Sanjay Thakrar, CEO at Euro Exim Bank Ltd got economics thinking when he said: A Cyclist is a disaster for a country's economy. They do not buy cars, or take a car loan. They do not buy car insurance or fuel. They do not send their car for servicing and repairs. Do not pay for parking, or pay … [Read more...]
In Conclusion 28 July 2020
Garry writes 21 July 2020
One of the societal challenges, post Covid 19, is to the number of people who will be unemployed in our community. Especially the young. A local Trust, the Wayne Francis Trust, engaged a talented young woman, Lauren Tyler-Harwood, to research what worked, and what didn’t, last time we had a … [Read more...]
Last Week – James Shaw
How many times have we sat listening to an MP who just blathers on with general statements and sounds off about how fantastic their party is? Well, last week we had a talk by James Shaw, co-leader of the Green Party, which demonstrated just what a class act he really is. His presentation was … [Read more...]
This Week – The Salt District
This week we are going back to Zoom. Smash Palace is having a facelift and the Government is constructing a laneway down the side of the bar. The bar will not be able to be in action for the next 6-8 weeks. Join Zoom Meeting: … [Read more...]
We’re thinking of you Lianne and Robbie:
I’m sure all of the Tuesday Club will join with me in saying our thoughts are with our Mayor Lianne Dalziel, and her husband Rob Davidson, at this time of Robbie’s terminal illness. It’s a sad time, and a time of great reflection as a loved one is dying. It’s a time of celebration of the fun … [Read more...]
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