British Prime Minister Liz Truss promised to solve the problems of the United Kingdom in the energy sector. In particular, she announced plans to increase hydrocarbon production in the North Sea. Truss also said she will seek to lift the moratorium on the use of hydraulic fracturing, which is recognized as unsustainable. Meanwhile, continental Europe is taking drastic measures to save energy and is looking for new energy suppliers. However, according to experts, any schemes for solving the problem of gas shortage will cost Europeans more than direct supplies from Russia.
Bay News: Russell s Anzac Day; Waitangi Treaty Grounds events; ACE Brass in Kerikeri
28 Apr, 2021 05:00 PM
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A sailor stands to attention at the Christ Church graveside of HMS Hazard in Russell. Photos / Sandy Myhre
A sailor stands to attention at the Christ Church graveside of HMS Hazard in Russell. Photos / Sandy Myhre
Northern Advocate
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They do things a little differently in Russell on Anzac Day. The parade made up of soldiers, sailors and airmen was boosted by fire brigade representatives, Scouts and St John s drivers and medics. There were four standard bearers.
They lined up on one part of the waterfront to march to the Cenotaph which is on another part of the waterfront, to the sound of a sole swirling bagpipe. They were greeted by a sole Māori warrior who laid down the challenge. So far so fairly standard but from here it deviates.
Auckland Chamber Ensemble Brass performing in Rotorua this month
15 Apr, 2021 09:13 PM
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ACE Brass (Auckland Chamber Ensemble Brass). Photo / Supplied
Rotorua Daily Post
A trio with a wealth of experience will be bringing chamber music to Rotorua Baptist Church for the community to enjoy.
Presented by Rotorua Music Federation, ACE Brass (Auckland Chamber Ensemble Brass) will be performing in Rotorua on April 23.
ACE Brass is made up of Huw Dann (trumpet), Emma Eden (horn), and John Gluyas (trombone).
It was formed in 2011 with the intention of bringing world-class chamber music into the concert halls and homes of New Zealand.