Clutha District, Balclutha

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2553 days ago

Changes to sport coverage

Nicole Johnstone Reporter from Southland Times

We are making changes to the way we cover sport in Southland. To get in touch at the Times for sport-related stories you can either email news@stl.co.nz, post a message on our main Facebook page, or alternatively, the main newsroom number is 03 2111 111 and ask to speak to the chief news director.

2553 days ago

Two suspicious fires in Invercargill

Nicole Johnstone Reporter from Southland Times

Several large fires, including one where a 75-year-old man suffered burns, kept Southland firefighters busy at the weekend.

Read more: www.stuff.co.nz...

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2555 days ago

We’ve dropped our online delivery fees

Countdown

Hi neighbours! What better way to celebrate the busy festive season than taking one job off the ‘to-do’ list – the weekly grocery shop! At Countdown we’ve recently dropped the price of our online shopping fees across both delivery and Pick up (formerly Click&Collect).

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Hi neighbours! What better way to celebrate the busy festive season than taking one job off the ‘to-do’ list – the weekly grocery shop! At Countdown we’ve recently dropped the price of our online shopping fees across both delivery and Pick up (formerly Click&Collect).

Pick up is now free if you spend $50 or more, or just $5 for all other orders. Online orders now have a flat-rate fee of $12 for orders up to $199.99, and $8 for orders $200 and over.

Head over to the Countdown website and try online shopping today.

Sally Copland
Countdown’s Head of Online
Try online shopping now!

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2556 days ago

Is your neighbour an Awesome Neighbour?

Electric Kiwi

We’ve had hundreds of you tell us just what makes your neighbour ‘awesome’ with some amazing stories. Do you have an awesome neighbour you haven’t told us about?

It could be a neighbour who donates time to a sports team in your neighbourhood or someone who brings your bins up the … View more
We’ve had hundreds of you tell us just what makes your neighbour ‘awesome’ with some amazing stories. Do you have an awesome neighbour you haven’t told us about?

It could be a neighbour who donates time to a sports team in your neighbourhood or someone who brings your bins up the driveway every week. Maybe they’re just really unique; the neighbour who drives that bright pink car or skateboards with the kids to school each day.

Tell us why your neighbour is awesome and you could win one of four $250 Prezzy® cards (plus one for your Awesome Neighbour).
Enter now

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2556 days ago

The Emergency Mobile Alert system is now live.

The Team from Ministry of Civil Defence & Emergency Management

If your life, health or property is in serious danger, an Emergency Mobile Alert could be sent to your mobile phone.
www.civildefence.govt.nz...

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2556 days ago

Roading woes

Nat Holland Reporter from Southland Times

We're looking for the worst potholes in New Zealand. Comment on this post with a photo, and the details of where the worst one in your neighbourhood is. If you've reported it to the council, tell us the details so we can check it out. Please note that images and comments may be used as … View moreWe're looking for the worst potholes in New Zealand. Comment on this post with a photo, and the details of where the worst one in your neighbourhood is. If you've reported it to the council, tell us the details so we can check it out. Please note that images and comments may be used as part of a news story.

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2557 days ago

Santa Claus is coming to...Harvey Norman

Harvey Norman

He's going to be back this weekend! Make sure you head in store to tell Santa your Christmas wishlist - plus pick up your FREE 6”x4” photo with him too.

Stop by anytime between 11am – 2pm this Saturday and Sunday to meet the man in red. Looking for the perfect gift for friends and … View more
He's going to be back this weekend! Make sure you head in store to tell Santa your Christmas wishlist - plus pick up your FREE 6”x4” photo with him too.

Stop by anytime between 11am – 2pm this Saturday and Sunday to meet the man in red. Looking for the perfect gift for friends and family? How about a Santa Photo pack! Find out more about Santa's visit now.

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2557 days ago

Poll: How are you stepping up your cyber defence?

CERT NZ and Connect Smart

Cyber Smart Week is all about doing just one thing to keep your data safe. Doing more than one will help even more! So, what’s your one thing? Vote below..

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How are you stepping up your cyber defence?
  • 23.2% I’ve changed a password
    23.2% Complete
  • 25% I’ve turned on two-factor authentication (2FA)
    25% Complete
  • 27.9% I’ve checked my privacy settings
    27.9% Complete
  • 23.9% I’ve updated my operating system (OS)
    23.9% Complete
276 votes
2557 days ago

Bikes Ahoy!

Communications Team from Auckland Transport

Pedal with a pal this summer and see the wonders of the waterfront. at.govt.nz... #AKLBikeLife

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2557 days ago

Poll: White Ribbon Riders nationwide quest to stop family violence

Mary-Jo from Clutha District

Is the message getting through? Read more: www.stuff.co.nz...

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White Ribbon Riders nationwide quest to stop family violence
  • 0% Yes
    0% Complete
  • 0% Not
    0% Complete
  • 0% More could be done
    0% Complete
0 votes
2557 days ago

Do you, or do you have a family member affected by a spinal cord injury?

Mary-Jo from Clutha District

Read more about disabled woman Cheryl Robertson's 44km bike ride for charity from Millers Flat to Lawrence on December 9: www.stuff.co.nz...

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2558 days ago

Missing fishermen found - do you know more?

Nicole Johnstone Reporter from Southland Times

The three fishermen who absconded from the boat in Bluff have been found. Police found them at 5am after a call from a member of the public. Do you have any more information?

Read more: www.stuff.co.nz...

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