Celebrate Community - March 1st to 31st š„³š
This month is all about bringing your community together and having a great time! We want March to be all about celebrating the connections we have while making new ones along the way. As we all know, what makes a neighbourhood great isnāt the houses and cars, gardens and streets - itās the people who share their presence and aroha with each other.
A wonderful way to take part is to participate in Neighbours Day Aotearoa which takes place from 27 March - 5 April. This yearās theme is āSmall Things Make a Big Differenceā - we couldnāt agree more!
Let us know how youāre celebrating by email or tag us online and include the following hashtag:
#NSNZcelebratecommunity
Poll: How do you feel about dogs being allowed indoors in cafes?
For most of us, seeing a friendly doggo while out and about instantly brings a smile to our faces. But how do you feel about cafes welcoming pups inside?
Cast a vote and share your thoughts below.
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26.8% I love it!
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31.3% Only in designated areas
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41.9% No, it should be outdoors only.
Noon toons on East FM, Saturday from midday
Fresh original Kiwi music releases by Jack Moser, Emma Dilemma, and Turkey the Bird (band) feature on another mixed bag Sheāll Be Right on Saturdays Show with PJ Taylor, tomorrow midday to 4pm (NZ time, September 28) on East FM.
Weāre talking to Jack Moser at 2.30pm live from Sydney about his journey in music and new EP, Where You Are.
The good folk at Blackout Music NZ say: āTÄmaki Makaurau-based indie songwriter Jack Moser bares his soul in the EP Where You Are, a collection of heartfelt compositions that channel his personal experiences into powerful musical expressions.ā
It was recorded in Moserās home-town of Taranaki, co-produced by Jack, Waru Hetet and Sam Johnson at Rhythm Ace, Johnsonās Ćakura studio.
Jack says: āIām so happy to release this collection of songs. Where You Are has been a really therapeutic EP for me to write.
āItās helped me understand my own emotions during this relationship, and allowed me to keep moving forward. Iām now in a secure, committed relationship and Where You Are was the final hurdle before attaining exactly what I wanted in a relationship.ā
We recently saw the dynamic and powerful singer Emma Dilemma upfront for the welcome-returned Tadpole on the Devilskin national 10th anniversary tour.
Blackout Music NZ says Libra is āa total power pop single from Emma Dilemma. Sheās living in Los Angeles for the time being, and has a great video shot in Palm Springs. Sheāll be back in NZ to support the release soon.
āItās best you donāt try to put Emma Dilemma in a box. The self-described āpatron saint of self-sabotageā combines her penchant for viewing life through an absurdist lens with her love for melody and storytelling to create serious music that doesnāt take itself too seriously.ā
And weāll always say it, the music of Turkey the Bird, whoāve just released their brand new album ā Men, Fish, Boat ā on Friday, always makes one feel great. They have a fantastic hopeful view of the world.
For some time weāve been meaning to play their three most recent Turkey the Bird singles, Smashing Through The Fences, My Life, and Stone Wall Creek, and weāll do that, and spin the new album in entirety in the coming weeks.
Smashing Through The Fences: āAn anthem of empowerment and growth, with uplifting lyrics about breaking barriers, embracing dreams, and finding strength in community.ā
My Life: āThis folk trio delivers a poignant reflection on living life to the fullest. With lyrics that delve into the ebb and flow of happiness, the mysteries of the future, and the beauty of everyday moments, itās a heartfelt anthem about making the most of every day.ā
Stone Wall Creek: āIs a bluegrass song that captures the serene beauty and tranquil atmosphere of Ngawi, a remote spot in the southernmost part of New Zealand's North Island. Inspired by the picturesque rivers and creeks that Sol, a band member, encountered during his stay, the song reflects the natural charm and peacefulness of the area. Ngawi, known for having the most bulldozers per capita in the world, adds a unique twist to the song's backdrop, blending nature's splendor with human ingenuity.ā
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Sheāll Be Right - itās all about the vibe; itās all about the groove. Providing a platform for NZ music and performance artists to exhibit their talents since ages ago. Ka pai. ā PJ
Poll: Should employees be able to work from home?
At the post-Cabinet press conference, the National Party asserted they want public sector staff to return to the office. This has opened a conversation about other sectors in New Zealand who have adopted working from home (WFH).
Where possible, do you think employees should be able to work from home? Vote below and share your thoughts in the comments.
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70.4% Yes
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26.8% No
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2.8% Other - I'll share below