Clutha District, Balclutha

Spread the Joy!

Spread the Joy!

Do you have any festive tips your community needs to know about? Post them here!

2090 days ago

Subscribe to our free ezine Get Growing!

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

In this week's issue of Get Growing we say if you want fast food, grow speedy microgreens. Plus check out our guide to crops you can sow from seed in autumn, enter a sand saucer in our virtual garden show, propagate strawberry runners, save seeds, cover up bare soil and use this time in … View moreIn this week's issue of Get Growing we say if you want fast food, grow speedy microgreens. Plus check out our guide to crops you can sow from seed in autumn, enter a sand saucer in our virtual garden show, propagate strawberry runners, save seeds, cover up bare soil and use this time in isolation to tidy up gardens, sheds and seed stashes.

Make an elegant garden trellis and send bored kids outside to explore the garden and make a nature wristband. We also have some great prizes up for grabs, including a one-year subscription to NZ Gardener and a native plant prize pack from Blue Mountain Nurseries.

Delivered every Friday to your email inbox, Get Growing digital magazine offers seasonal gardening advice from the NZ Gardener magazine's team of experts. Each week we answer all your burning questions on raising fruit and veges and tell you the top tasks to do in your backyard this weekend. Subscribe here:

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2091 days ago

Selected Beaurepaires Stores Open During Lockdown

Anna Smith from Beaurepaires Oamaru

Unfortunately, your local Beaurepaires store is closed during the COVID-19 Alert Level 4 Lockdown.

To see which stores are open or to find out more information, please click the READ MORE button below.

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2091 days ago

Colour pop tallboy

The Team from Resene ColorShop Gore

Renovate a bland old piece of furniture by giving it a spectacular colour block makeover!

Most homes have an old tallboy or set of drawers that need a little rejuvenation. Rather than put it in the too-hard basket, give your furniture a new lease on life with a fresh Resene paint finish that can … View more
Renovate a bland old piece of furniture by giving it a spectacular colour block makeover!

Most homes have an old tallboy or set of drawers that need a little rejuvenation. Rather than put it in the too-hard basket, give your furniture a new lease on life with a fresh Resene paint finish that can be enjoyed for many years to come.

Make the most of this weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene. Find out how to makeover your furniture.

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2091 days ago

Are you brushing up on any skills during the lockdown?

Nicole Johnstone Reporter from Southland Times

Sir Tim Shadbolt says the lockdown will at least drag him "kicking and screaming" into the world of modern technology.

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2091 days ago

This Otago - Southland business needs your support!

Prospa

A huge congratulations to John Swindlehurst from A&J Services. This local legend is a finalist in the Prospa Local Business Hero Awards.

Now he needs your vote to give him a chance to take home a prize package worth $10,000!

Good on you, and good luck, John. Thanks for bringing joy to … View more
A huge congratulations to John Swindlehurst from A&J Services. This local legend is a finalist in the Prospa Local Business Hero Awards.

Now he needs your vote to give him a chance to take home a prize package worth $10,000!

Good on you, and good luck, John. Thanks for bringing joy to your community - especially in these uncertain times.

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Nominated by Dell Taylor from Wanaka "John is fantastic!!! He does everything from carpet repairs to chimney sweeping and pest control. I have him listed in my phone as John Everything! He has a brilliant attitude and has even come on public holidays at short notice."
Vote for John

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2091 days ago

Let's look after each other

Neighbourly.co.nz

Neighbourhoods can be a great source of support. Connect with each other through our Reach Out page, show kindness and compassion, and strengthen connections with your communities.

Reach out to your Neighbours here now.

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2091 days ago

Two new babies since lockdown began

Nicole Johnstone Reporter from Southland Times

Two babies have been born in Southland since the Covid-19 lock down began and the Southland District Health Board is taking extra precautions during the pandemic to keep mothers and babies safe.

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2091 days ago

A new CEO for Stabicraft

Nicole Johnstone Reporter from Southland Times

David Glen started his new job as chief executive of renowned Invercargill boatbuilding company Stabicraft on Monday, and on Wednesday he was locking it down.

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2091 days ago

One case in Te Anau

Nicole Johnstone Reporter from Southland Times

A Fiordland Medical Practice doctor has confirmed the first case of Coronavirus in the Te Anau community.

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2091 days ago

Missing hunter found

Nicole Johnstone Reporter from Southland Times

An experienced bushman has been found after three nights in the Stewart Island wilderness.

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2091 days ago

Your wellbeing is our priority

Frances Hodgkins Retirement Village

That's why we've created a whole new section on our website filled with great recipes, gardening tip and lists of helpful apps and entertainment sources - to name a few.

Our 'lifestyle and wellness' section will be updated regularly with great content to keep you entertained … View more
That's why we've created a whole new section on our website filled with great recipes, gardening tip and lists of helpful apps and entertainment sources - to name a few.

Our 'lifestyle and wellness' section will be updated regularly with great content to keep you entertained whilst we navigate these new times. Grab a cuppa and enjoy.

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2091 days ago

The dos and the don'ts of lockdown

Nicole Johnstone Reporter from Southland Times

We've compiled this list of advice for Kiwis during the lockdown. Here are some of the dos and don'ts for the next four weeks.

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2092 days ago

What message do you want to share with your Neighbours?

Nicole Johnstone Reporter from Southland Times

The message we shared on the front of today's Southland Times is simple: Be kind, be calm, stay at home.

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2092 days ago

Lockdown day 1 in photos

Nicole Johnstone Reporter from Southland Times

Here's what the country looks like on the first morning of lockdown. Hit the "read more" button to see photos from throughout New Zealand.

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2092 days ago

Tiwai has been deemed an "essential service"

Nicole Johnstone Reporter from Southland Times

The Tiwai Point Aluminium Smelter, which employs about 1000 Southlanders, has been exempted from the four-week lockdown of New Zealand.

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