Clutha District, Balclutha

Ryman’s Walk in Wednesdays

Ryman’s Walk in Wednesdays

Ryman villages across the country are open every Wednesday in November.

2210 days ago

Catlins' Earthlore insect park buzzing with new expansion

Mary-Jo from Clutha District

Here's a tourism and conservation that's definitely got legs: Read more about Earthlore's bid to bring in more insects and punters this summer:
www.stuff.co.nz...

2211 days ago

The ulitmate girls' night out!

Sydney Hotshot Boys

Come along and meet the Sydney Hotshots: toned, fit, washboard abs, cheeky twinkles in the eye – and coming to a venue near you soon!

Enjoy a memorable range of entertainment during the two-hour show, plus some up close and personal attention on stage with the boys to experience just why the … View more
Come along and meet the Sydney Hotshots: toned, fit, washboard abs, cheeky twinkles in the eye – and coming to a venue near you soon!

Enjoy a memorable range of entertainment during the two-hour show, plus some up close and personal attention on stage with the boys to experience just why the Sydney Hotshots has been the leading male venue show in Australia for 20 years!

Upcoming shows:
16th November -Invercargill, Corinthians Club/Invercargill Workmens
17th November - Portobello, Portobello Coronation Hall
15th November - Christchurch, Woolston Club
Get your tickets here!

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2212 days ago

Neighbours of NZ Road Trip

The Team from Neighbours Aotearoa

Hello again! Sam and Cissy here, your Neighbours Day Aotearoa coordinators. It's been an amazing couple of weeks, as we gear up for our Neighbours of New Zealand Road Trip. Thank you so much to everyone who dropped us a line, sent a message, or commented on facebook - we so appreciate it! We … View moreHello again! Sam and Cissy here, your Neighbours Day Aotearoa coordinators. It's been an amazing couple of weeks, as we gear up for our Neighbours of New Zealand Road Trip. Thank you so much to everyone who dropped us a line, sent a message, or commented on facebook - we so appreciate it! We were absolutely inundated with offers - and we're SO SORRY if we've missed anyone, or haven't gotten back to you - please get in touch again - email me - sam@neighboursday.org.nz.

Road Trip Itinerary - neighboursday.org.nz...

We're hitting the road in the lead up to our 10th celebration of Neighbours Day Aotearoa. As we drive across the country we’ll be running workshops and reaching out to meet people who are working to create great neighbourhoods across New Zealand. These interactive workshops are for anyone planning a Neighbours Day Event, or supporting other people.

Come along, share ideas, and get the support you need to put on a great Neighbours Day Aotearoa event!
Check out our Road Trip page for a list of our confirmed destinations and scheduled workshops, be sure to check back soon as we confirm further workshops. Also! Don't forget to follow us on Facebook to follow our facebook live updates as we hit the road!

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2212 days ago

Got an opinion on fireworks? Share it with us

Georgia Reporter from Stuff

Hi neighbours,

Is it time to ban the private sale of fireworks in favour of public displays only? Or is Guy Fawkes just a bit of flammable fun?

Would you like to see tighter restrictions on fireworks or are you a sparkler fiend who sees no problem with celebrating safely at home?

We want to know… View more
Hi neighbours,

Is it time to ban the private sale of fireworks in favour of public displays only? Or is Guy Fawkes just a bit of flammable fun?

Would you like to see tighter restrictions on fireworks or are you a sparkler fiend who sees no problem with celebrating safely at home?

We want to know your opinion on the debate. To share your views in Stuff Nation, click here.

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2213 days ago

Poll: Do you clean your reusable bags?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

New Zealanders are embracing the reusable bag ahead of a plastic bag ban, but they could be carrying something else around – bacteria.

ACT leader David Seymour says 20 people could die each year using reusable bags.

"It's coming up to summer and people will be in a hot car with … View more
New Zealanders are embracing the reusable bag ahead of a plastic bag ban, but they could be carrying something else around – bacteria.

ACT leader David Seymour says 20 people could die each year using reusable bags.

"It's coming up to summer and people will be in a hot car with their chicken in a canvas bag ... and suddenly, you've got a real serious case for poor food hygiene."

Food safety expert Steve Flint said it was a valid concern. Read more here

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Do you clean your reusable bags?
  • 37.7% Yes
    37.7% Complete
  • 56.3% No
    56.3% Complete
  • 6% I don't own reusable bags
    6% Complete
1662 votes
2213 days ago

Does your roof need attention?

Eugene Stephens from Southland Roofing and Roof Painters

Southland Roof Painters is a locally owned and operated business servicing the Southland region for many years. Our experienced and knowledgeable team of tradesmen are your roofing specialists for restoration, re-roofing, and maintenance on:

- Concrete tile maintenance
- Lightweight metal tiles… View more
Southland Roof Painters is a locally owned and operated business servicing the Southland region for many years. Our experienced and knowledgeable team of tradesmen are your roofing specialists for restoration, re-roofing, and maintenance on:

- Concrete tile maintenance
- Lightweight metal tiles
- Long-run roofs
- Stone chipped

Call us on 0800 030 694. We can help you with onsite inspections, advice and colour consultations.
Find out more!

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2214 days ago

Wanted - queen size bed

Rachel & Ross from Clutha District

Wanted queen size bed in good condition

2216 days ago

Severe weather watch - strong winds

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

A strong moist northwesterly flow is expected to spread over the South Island and lower North Island from Friday night through Saturday. The northwesterly precedes a front which is forecast to move east over the South Island during Saturday afternoon and evening. Rain is expected about western … View moreA strong moist northwesterly flow is expected to spread over the South Island and lower North Island from Friday night through Saturday. The northwesterly precedes a front which is forecast to move east over the South Island during Saturday afternoon and evening. Rain is expected about western parts of the South Island and the lower North Island, with the heaviest falls about Fiordland, Westland, the Buller Ranges, also the Canterbury and Otago Headwaters.

People are advised to stay up to date with the latest forecasts in case part of this Watch is upgraded to a Warning or further areas are added.

Area: Southern Fiordland, Southland, Clutha, Southern Lakes, Central Otago, and Dunedin
Valid: 17 hours from 6:00pm Friday to 11:00am Saturday
Forecast: Northwest winds may approach severe gale at times.

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2216 days ago

Create the purr-fect pet project this weekend

The Team from Resene ColorShop Gore

Hi neighbours! Make the perfect pet bed for your furry friend that works with your décor. It's easy to make a handmade rope basket using touches of your favourite Resene colours with Resene testpots. Choose colours to suit your room’s colour scheme and match with your furry best friend! … View moreHi neighbours! Make the perfect pet bed for your furry friend that works with your décor. It's easy to make a handmade rope basket using touches of your favourite Resene colours with Resene testpots. Choose colours to suit your room’s colour scheme and match with your furry best friend! Make the most of your weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene. Find out how to create this quick and easy project yourself.

2216 days ago

Subway® is celebrating World Sandwich Day!

Subway New Zealand

Hey Otago!
Subway® is celebrating World Sandwich Day today and we're helping feed the hungry in our community! Last year, we donated over 90,000 meals to KiwiHarvest. With your help, we can feed even more this year. So, join the Subway® Live Feed and head to your local participating … View more
Hey Otago!
Subway® is celebrating World Sandwich Day today and we're helping feed the hungry in our community! Last year, we donated over 90,000 meals to KiwiHarvest. With your help, we can feed even more this year. So, join the Subway® Live Feed and head to your local participating Subway® in Otago. Buy a Sub. Get one FREE. AND Subway® will donate a meal to charity. Because everyone deserves a good feed.
Find out more!

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2217 days ago

Get your white ribbons ready - this month is all about Violence Prevention + Awareness 🏳️

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

Creating safer communities means ensuring that no one lives in fear of harm on the streets or in their own home.

For the month of November, we want to raise awareness for all forms including family harm, elder and child abuse, sexual assault, gang violence, and more.

Perhaps sign-up to … View more
Creating safer communities means ensuring that no one lives in fear of harm on the streets or in their own home.

For the month of November, we want to raise awareness for all forms including family harm, elder and child abuse, sexual assault, gang violence, and more.

Perhaps sign-up to volunteer at a women’s refuge this month or work with the Police in your area to host an info night on how to identify elder abuse in your community.

Share your photos and experiences with us on social media or send us an email so we can see what you got up to!

#NSNZviolenceawareness

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2218 days ago

Love gardening? You'll love this...

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Hey Otago and Southland neighbours - check out our new Gardening Groups - for all Otago-Southland gardeners! This is just the ‘plot’ to connect you with other green-thumbed Neighbourly members across your whole beautiful region.

Share seeds, plants or excess crops, find out what you need to … View more
Hey Otago and Southland neighbours - check out our new Gardening Groups - for all Otago-Southland gardeners! This is just the ‘plot’ to connect you with other green-thumbed Neighbourly members across your whole beautiful region.

Share seeds, plants or excess crops, find out what you need to plant and sow in Spring, and pass on gardening tips that have worked for you. You can seek expert advice from experienced gardeners in your area or share your own gardening expertise.
Join now

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2218 days ago

Poll: Should fireworks be banned?

The Team from ACC New Zealand

Setting off fireworks has become an annual Kiwi backyard tradition, and it’s almost time to break out the sparklers again. However, critics say they’re dangerous and people are injured by them every year. Fans, on the other hand, argue that all fun involves some level of risk, it just needs to … View moreSetting off fireworks has become an annual Kiwi backyard tradition, and it’s almost time to break out the sparklers again. However, critics say they’re dangerous and people are injured by them every year. Fans, on the other hand, argue that all fun involves some level of risk, it just needs to be managed safely.

Last year, we saw a 23% drop in the number of fireworks-related injury claims (171 claims across 2017 versus 223 across 2016). What do you think? Should personal fireworks be banned? Click here for advice on how to use fireworks responsibly.

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Should fireworks be banned?
  • 18.4% Yes - get rid of them altogether
    18.4% Complete
  • 59.5% No - let's keep professional public displays only
    59.5% Complete
  • 18.2% No - I think they're great
    18.2% Complete
  • 3.8% I don't mind either way
    3.8% Complete
5408 votes
2218 days ago

Pay for parking on your smartphone!

PayMyPark

Hi neighbours! With the PayMyPark parking app you can pay for your parking from your smartphone and extend your time remotely. No more searching for coins, no receipt needed and pay only for your actual parking time.

Download PayMyPark on your iPhone or Android smart phone today!

Benefits
- … View more
Hi neighbours! With the PayMyPark parking app you can pay for your parking from your smartphone and extend your time remotely. No more searching for coins, no receipt needed and pay only for your actual parking time.

Download PayMyPark on your iPhone or Android smart phone today!

Benefits
- You pay only for parking time you use - no need to guess how long you need to pay for parking.
- If you finish early, you can stop the parking time and get a refund to your account.
- You can easily extend your parking time remotely, no need to run back to the parking meter, no more searching for coins.
- Simplify your business parking costs with one account for all your vehicles.
Download PayMyPark here!

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2219 days ago

Breaking news: Earthquake rattles central New Zealand

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Hi neighbours - keep safe out there! A strong earthquake 6.7 magnitude has struck central New Zealand.

It struck at a depth of 193km about 35km south-west of Taumarunui.

More than 9000 people reported feeling the quake within 10 minutes of it striking at 3.14pm. The quake was felt as far as … View more
Hi neighbours - keep safe out there! A strong earthquake 6.7 magnitude has struck central New Zealand.

It struck at a depth of 193km about 35km south-west of Taumarunui.

More than 9000 people reported feeling the quake within 10 minutes of it striking at 3.14pm. The quake was felt as far as the South Island.

We will keep you up to date with the latest. For updates and more info, click here.

So far:
- Parliament has been suspended until further notice on the advice of Civil Defence.
- Make sure you check on your neighbours - even though there may have not been any damage near you, your neighbours may still need your help.
- If you need to alert your neighbours urgently, then don't hesitate to send out an Urgent Alert to your community. You can find this function when you go to post a message on Neighbourly.
- Metlink Wellington said rail services would continue to run with some delays following the recent earthquake.
- Fire and Emergency NZ had no reports of injuries nor damage across the South Island.
- GNS Science have advised there is no tsunami threat to New Zealand

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