Yinnon Ezra

A sold‑out Summer Soul event at Sir Harold Hillier Gardens featured a lively performance by ten‑piece band Madison Heights, drawing a multigenerational crowd who filled the dance floor and responded enthusiastically to Motown and soul classics. Warm weather, strong musicianship, and strong audience engagement contributed to an energetic atmosphere, culminating in a torch‑lit finale that highlighted the venue’s suitability for the popular annual event.

A neighbour’s struggle with dizziness in a supermarket highlights the lack of seating or assistance for unwell customers as stores introduce more self‑checkout systems and reduce staffed checkouts. Increasing automation is presented as cost‑saving but creates difficulties for those who rely on human interaction or occasional help, raising concerns about customer care in modern supermarkets.