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2025 days ago

Warning of floooding this weekend

Neighbourly from Neighbourly.co.nz

MetService has issued the latest severe weather warning and watches for the area - with potential for gales, heavy rain, flooding and slips in Otago and Southland this weekend.

The biggest rainfall accumulations are expected in Fiordland north of Doubtful Sound, Westland south of Otira, and about the the Otago and Canterbury Headwaters. Up to 140mm could accumulate, and a Heavy Rain Warning is now in force for these areas.

This Watch is possibility that northwest gales could approach severe gale force in parts of Fiordland, Southland, Otago and Canterbury. Please note, that a Heavy Rain warning is in force for Fiordland, Westland, and the Otago and Canterbury headwaters.

More information here.

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3 days ago

Poll: Is it rude to talk on the phone on a bus?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Buses can be a relaxing way to get home if you have a seat and enough space. However, it can be off-putting when someone is taking a phone call next to you.

Do you think it's inconsiderate for people to have lengthy phone calls on a bus? Vote in the poll, and add your comments below.

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Is it rude to talk on the phone on a bus?
  • 64.4% Yes
    64.4% Complete
  • 33.2% No
    33.2% Complete
  • 2.4% Other - I'll share below
    2.4% Complete
2227 votes
1 day ago

Become an SPCA Foster Hero!

The Team from SPCA Queenstown - Vet Partnership & Op Shop

Kitten season has arrived, and over the next six months, over 8,000 cats and kittens will come into SPCA’s care. Please help us give these babies the best start in life and sign up to be a foster parent today! It's not just cats and kittens - we are also urgently seeking foster homes for dogs and small animals.

Fostering saves lives and helps these tiny babies grow into healthy, well-adjusted adults, ready for adoption. We cover all training and costs. All you need is time and love to spare!

Sign up today and save a life!

1 day ago

Become an SPCA Foster Hero!

The Team from SPCA Kerikeri - Centre & Op Shop

Kitten season has arrived, and over the next six months, over 8,000 cats and kittens will come into SPCA’s care. Please help us give these babies the best start in life and sign up to be a foster parent today! It's not just cats and kittens - we are also urgently seeking foster homes for dogs and small animals.

Fostering saves lives and helps these tiny babies grow into healthy, well-adjusted adults, ready for adoption. We cover all training and costs. All you need is time and love to spare!

Sign up today and save a life!