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EarthDiverse celebrates International Women's Day (IWD), a global holiday celebrated annually on March 8 to commemorate the cultural, political, and socioeconomic achievements of women. It is also a focal point in the women's rights movement, bringing attention to issues such as gender … View moreEarthDiverse celebrates International Women's Day (IWD), a global holiday celebrated annually on March 8 to commemorate the cultural, political, and socioeconomic achievements of women. It is also a focal point in the women's rights movement, bringing attention to issues such as gender equality, reproductive rights, and violence and abuse against women.
Spurred on by the universal female suffrage movement that had begun in New Zealand, IWD originated from labor movements in North America and Europe during the early 20th century. The earliest version was a "Women's Day" organised by the Socialist Party of America in New York City on 28 February 1909. This inspired German delegates at the 1910 International Socialist Women's Conference to propose "a special Women's Day" be organized annually, albeit with no set date. The following year saw the first demonstrations and commemorations of International Women's Day across Europe. The rest is history, but the struggle for gender equality is ongoing.
Speaking of history, here's a poster from a recent gathering in London in 1975...
ART108: Keep Calm and Koru: Māori Visual Arts and Design with Meg Barlow-Rolleston
An informative and practical 4-week course introducing participants to the history of and meaning behind Māori visual design. This course has a large practical component, so bring along your art books, pencils, … View moreART108: Keep Calm and Koru: Māori Visual Arts and Design with Meg Barlow-Rolleston
An informative and practical 4-week course introducing participants to the history of and meaning behind Māori visual design. This course has a large practical component, so bring along your art books, pencils, erasers and enthusiasm for a hands-on journey into this special cultural art form. No previous art experience necessary.
This course is part of our on-going Junior Lecturer series, giving young people an opportunity to share their passions, experience and knowledge.
Please note that this is a practical in-person course. All attendees must show their Vaccine Pass and wear masks in order to attend. However, given the ongoing Covid crisis, we are making this class available via Zoom so that others may attend from the safety of their own homes.
Hi all. EarthDiverse is currently offering drop in Mindfulness Meditation classes for a koha only. Every Tuesday during school terms, 12:00-1:00pm. 401 Anglesea Street, first floor, above Copier World, side entrance on left side of the building.
Drop by during your lunch break for a relaxing … View moreHi all. EarthDiverse is currently offering drop in Mindfulness Meditation classes for a koha only. Every Tuesday during school terms, 12:00-1:00pm. 401 Anglesea Street, first floor, above Copier World, side entrance on left side of the building.
Drop by during your lunch break for a relaxing session!
Two man van service for those heavier items that you can't move yourself. Contact Smart Express for a quote.
Enjoy a 9-day dream touring experience for two across the South Island. T's and C's apply.
Help Resene raise awareness for Epilepsy NZ. Buy any purple testpot during March and Resene will donate $1 to Epilepsy NZ. Offer applies to all Resene purple 60 mL testpots (excludes metallic and wood stains) purchased by retail customers between 1-31 March 2022 at Resene owned ColorShops NZ.
To… View moreHelp Resene raise awareness for Epilepsy NZ. Buy any purple testpot during March and Resene will donate $1 to Epilepsy NZ. Offer applies to all Resene purple 60 mL testpots (excludes metallic and wood stains) purchased by retail customers between 1-31 March 2022 at Resene owned ColorShops NZ.
To find your nearest Resene ColorShop, click here. To find out more about Epilepsy NZ and how you can help, visit the Epilepsy NZ website. Happy purple painting!
Next to our homes, our garden can be our most prized possession! If you want to protect yours from our changing climate: keep an eye out for Climate Insight’s next tool, which will identify any risks your garden may face and give you advice on how to mitigate them. Your personalised report will … View moreNext to our homes, our garden can be our most prized possession! If you want to protect yours from our changing climate: keep an eye out for Climate Insight’s next tool, which will identify any risks your garden may face and give you advice on how to mitigate them. Your personalised report will delve into projected changes in temperature, precipitation, heat waves, growing degree days and much more allowing you to future proof that special space!
Check out our website for more information: www.climateinsights.global....
To get a risk assessment for your home check out our residential property reports.
There is an opening for three tenors in our four-part harmony men’s a cappella choir this year. Hamilton’s Mighty River Harmony is looking for choir tenors who have a soaring tenor voice with a musical tone to sing mostly melody in our close harmony style. We are looking for experienced singers… View moreThere is an opening for three tenors in our four-part harmony men’s a cappella choir this year. Hamilton’s Mighty River Harmony is looking for choir tenors who have a soaring tenor voice with a musical tone to sing mostly melody in our close harmony style. We are looking for experienced singers who are able to hold their part against other harmony singers and who like to sing a range of music genre including swing standards, show songs, New Zealand music, and arrangements of modern songs. It would be preferable if you are able to read music; however, we provide all scores and training tracks for ear learners. If you fit these criteria, we'd love to arrange an audition with you. Please contact Musical Director, Jill Rodgers on 027 274 2234, or Richard Bentley (President) on 0211844570.
For many it may well seem like Covid is closing in and infection is now seemingly unavoidable. Is this actually the case?
Keith Lynch investigates in his latest Stuff Explained column. You can read that here.
For more on the 'why' behind the news', sign up to receive … View moreFor many it may well seem like Covid is closing in and infection is now seemingly unavoidable. Is this actually the case?
Keith Lynch investigates in his latest Stuff Explained column. You can read that here.
For more on the 'why' behind the news', sign up to receive 'Explained' straight to your inbox, here.
Do you want to write a book with the intention of having it self-published?
Join Trudi Caffell for an introductory course of 6 weeks starting Wednesday 9 March.
Topics will include:
. writing a commercial fiction novel
. plotting
… View moreDo you want to write a book with the intention of having it self-published?
Join Trudi Caffell for an introductory course of 6 weeks starting Wednesday 9 March.
Topics will include:
. writing a commercial fiction novel
. plotting
. getting the genre right
. marketing
. self-publishing.
This event is being run via Zoom (at least for the earlier sessions, in-house sessions may be run if the traffic light setting changes to orange). Minimum numbers apply.
Stunning Executive Home available for rent, 4 bedrooms, 2 large living areas, furnished, grounds taken care of as well.
Let’s Talk About Words: A Translinguistic Seminar on Word Anatomy, Etymology and Creativity
Date: Saturday 12 March 2022, 10:00am-3:00pm
401 Anglesea St, First Floor (above Copier World, side entrance)
If you’re an author, teacher, researcher, creative or simply feel that there is a lot … View moreLet’s Talk About Words: A Translinguistic Seminar on Word Anatomy, Etymology and Creativity
Date: Saturday 12 March 2022, 10:00am-3:00pm
401 Anglesea St, First Floor (above Copier World, side entrance)
If you’re an author, teacher, researcher, creative or simply feel that there is a lot more to words than straightforward messages, then this workshop is for you! Come explore the language mechanisms behind word formation and learn how to express yourself creatively through building your own, exclusive and unique words that anyone will understand. Learn about the fascinating field of etymology; how the seeds of words travel through time and different languages, creating strings of meaning that reveal how we think and see the world.
Available as both an in-person workshop or via Zoom. More on our website...
“Bargains galore!
Come in and see what amazing deals you can find from our Summer stock clearance
Come and visit us at 300 Grey street “
It’s time to give your favourite local business owner the recognition they deserve by nominating them in the 2022 Prospa Local Business Hero awards – and they could be up for some fantastic prizes.
As NZ’s business lending specialists, we at Prospa love seeing small businesses reach … View moreIt’s time to give your favourite local business owner the recognition they deserve by nominating them in the 2022 Prospa Local Business Hero awards – and they could be up for some fantastic prizes.
As NZ’s business lending specialists, we at Prospa love seeing small businesses reach their goals with a faster, easier approach to business loans. And we’re proud to be back sponsoring the 2022 Prospa Local Business Hero awards.
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