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The Cyclopedia of New Zealand [Otago & Southland Provincial Districts]
The “Weekly Budget”
The “Weekly Budget” (John Smith, Harry A. Reynolds, J.P., and George Davis, proprietors) is a twelve-page weekly newspaper, and was established in 1893. In some respects its genesis was unique, for it was founded by a party of co-operative workmen, who were displaced by the cessation of the “Globe,” which was a daily evening newspaper, devoted (and sacrificed) to the interests of labour. The founders were all young and full of enthusiasm. Therefore they succeeded, and the “Weekly Budget” has now an assured circulation and standing. While favouring Liberalism in politics, it is not a violent partisan, and on occasions criticises the Government with marked freedom. It is not a newspaper in the ordinary sense of the word; but it aims to give its readers a weekly review of things dramatic, sporting, political, and general, and is therefore a welcome guest at thousands of firesides. It is an embodiment of the best features of a colonial penny weekly, and fills a creditable place in New Zealand journalism. The “Weekly Budget” is published on Fridays at Bath Street, Dunedin.