International Women's Day - 8th March
International Women’s Day is to be celebrated in Franklin with a Bubbles Brunch as a Franklin women’s combined event.
The theme for International Women's Day for 2020 is "I am Generation Equality: Realising Women's Rights"
Theme: #EachforEqual
General theme is about getting a new generation of women leaders inspired by what was achieved by the leaders 25 years ago with the Beijing Platform and working together for equality.
A panel to speak on the achievements of women over the last 25 years with questions from the floor.
Be entertained and informed by the multi-generational panel. Come with your questions.
Cost : $25 includes a glass of bubbles (or juice) on arrival
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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77.9% Yes
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20.9% No
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1.2% Other - I'll share below
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Music in Parks and Movies in Parks are returning in 2025!
🎶🎬 Get ready, Tāmaki Makaurau! Music in Parks and Movies in Parks are returning in 2025! 🌟 Enjoy free concerts and movies this summer🙌☀️