Baroque Concert, Saturday 9th September
A recently formed Baroque Ensemble, "I Barocchi" from members of the Taranaki Symphony Orchestra, will be performing an exciting programme of Baroque Music. The concert will be at the Methodist Centre (Whiteley Memorial Church).
This concert also features a Harpsichord that has recently been refurbished and donated to the Taranaki Symphony Orchestra. The concert features works by Bach, Vivaldi, Corelli, Telemann & Arne. Led by Adam Jasinski, the concert also features a number of soloists: Ian Wong, Norine Dixon, Margarietha Gray (violins), John Barritt (harpsichord), Ingeborg Hawighorst (cello), Jocelyn Beath (flute) and Barbara Mitchell (recorder). Admission is by Koha, with complimentary tea and coffee available at interval.
Poll: Is the increase in disability parking fines fair?
In October, the fine for parking in a designated mobility car park without a permit has jumped from $150 to $750—a 400% increase!
The goal is to keep these spaces open for those who truly need them. Do you think this big increase in the fine is fair? Share your thoughts below.
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89.3% Yes, it's fair
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9.8% No, it's unreasonable
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0.8% Other - I'll share below
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On the range
Venetian plaster finishes are on-trend at the moment, so why not recreate this look at home and cover that unsightly rangehood at the same time?
Find out how to create your own with Resene Sandtex and these easy step by step instructions.