EarthDiverse: Intro to Western Philosophy course begins Wed 12 May
Interested in Western Philosophy? Take one of our newest courses in our Adult and Community Education programme entitled "What to Think, Who to Believe? A History of Thought and Philosophy Down the Centuries." This series of eight talks in our new Philosophy series examines the whole history of Western thought from ancient times up to the present in order to shed light on our present confusions and conundrums.
Class meets on Wednesdays from 11:00am-1:00pm. The first class meets Wednesday 12 May 2021 and continues for 8 consecutive weekly sessions. The last class is on Wednesday 30 June 2021.
Both in-person classes in Hamilton and distance learning classes via Zoom are available.
For more information on this and our other history, language, philosophy and religious diversity courses, please visit our web site.
Poll: Do you think banning gang patches is reasonable?
With the government cracking down on gangs, it is now illegal for gang members to display their insignia in public places whether through clothing or their property.
This means arrests can be made if these patches are worn in places like restaurants, shops, on public transport or ferries, and on airplanes. Arrests were made recently at a funeral.
Do you think this ban is reasonable?
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76.3% Yes
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22.3% No
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1.4% Other - I'll share below
What's your favourite recipe for courgettes?
Kia ora neighbours. If you've got a family recipe for courgettes, we'd love to see it and maybe publish it in our magazine. Send your recipe to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz, and if we use it in the mag, you will receive a free copy of our January 2025 issue.
Have you come across many roadworks sites recently?
The frustration of seeing a detour sign partway through your journey on the main highways possibly the new way forward when it comes to roadworks.
One of the latest areas to have a section of the road blocked off is State Highway 1 between Putāruru to Tokoroa as part of a massive renewal project that extends down to Waiouru.
Have you come across many roadworks sites recently?