Clutha District, Balclutha

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2795 days ago

Who does this????

Fran from Mosgiel-Taieri

While walking by these clothing donation bins on Reid Street, just off Factory Road in Mosgiel, I noticed that someone had just dumped a heap of clothing beside the bin. What good are clothes that are sitting on the ground, rained on, etc. Some people just dump things in these (or OUT of these … View moreWhile walking by these clothing donation bins on Reid Street, just off Factory Road in Mosgiel, I noticed that someone had just dumped a heap of clothing beside the bin. What good are clothes that are sitting on the ground, rained on, etc. Some people just dump things in these (or OUT of these bins as these people did!) just to avoid taking to the tip. A note to whomever did this... you have no sense whatever, and are very lazy! They could have taken them to the Salvation Army instead and not littered up the street!

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2795 days ago

The power of communities

Nicole Johnstone Reporter from Southland Times

The Teviot St Reserve will not be sold - after a community rallied hard against a council plan to do so.

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

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2795 days ago

Cut down your power bill this autumn!

Electric Kiwi

See our 5 top tips for cutting down your autumn power bill:

1. If you’re not using it, switch it off: If you’re not using an appliance, such as a heated towel, dryer, or TV, switch it off at the wall so it doesn’t use power on standby.

2. Change your cooking habits: Eat fresh veges … View more
See our 5 top tips for cutting down your autumn power bill:

1. If you’re not using it, switch it off: If you’re not using an appliance, such as a heated towel, dryer, or TV, switch it off at the wall so it doesn’t use power on standby.

2. Change your cooking habits: Eat fresh veges instead of cooking. Using the oven for an hour a night can add $20 to your monthly power bill.

3. Use curtains to trap heat in: Let the sun heat your home during the day then close your curtains to stop the warmth escaping in the evening.

4. If you’re away, turn the hot water cylinder off: You can save up to $36 on your power bill if you switch your hot water cylinder off while away on weekends.

5. Make the most out of your FREE Hour of Power: Utilise power deals like Electric Kiwi’s free Hour of Power, which gives you one off peak hour of free power a day. Use this hour to heat your home, turn on the dishwasher, or run the washing machine and dryer.

Find out more about Electric Kiwi’s free Hour of Power
Find out more!

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2796 days ago

THANKS!

The Team from Neighbours Aotearoa

Thanks to everyone that participated in Neighbours Day this year! It's been amazing to see all the great events and 'goings on' around the country. If you did something with your neighbours and get a sudden urge to share it with us then don't fight that urge!! Share your story… View moreThanks to everyone that participated in Neighbours Day this year! It's been amazing to see all the great events and 'goings on' around the country. If you did something with your neighbours and get a sudden urge to share it with us then don't fight that urge!! Share your story with us by emailing kiaora@neighboursday.org.nz, sharing to our facebook page, or submitting your story on our website. We LOVE seeing all the fun times and knowing that we're getting a little closer to knowing our neighbours and connecting with our communities. AND you don't have to wait till Neighbours Day 2018 to do it again. You can go say hi, invite them for a cuppa, or do a street bbq anytime. It makes a massive difference to our sense of belonging, safety and being part of a more resilient community.

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2796 days ago

Have a heart of gold - support the St John Annual Appeal

St John New Zealand

Have a heart of gold and support the St John Annual Appeal 3-9 April.

The heart is the essence of life and has inherently warm and caring connotations. It also reflects the good that St John does in the community, and invites those who contribute to feel like they too have a heart of gold.

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Have a heart of gold and support the St John Annual Appeal 3-9 April.

The heart is the essence of life and has inherently warm and caring connotations. It also reflects the good that St John does in the community, and invites those who contribute to feel like they too have a heart of gold.

Donate here at or at any ASB branch.
Donate now!

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2802 days ago

Any interest in a Social single group

Maree from Gore District

Our intention is to start up a group for single people male or female If you are between the ages of 35-60 years old. This will be a social group. If you are wanting just to chat, make friends, even find the right one, this group is for you. At this time we are just seeing if there's any … View moreOur intention is to start up a group for single people male or female If you are between the ages of 35-60 years old. This will be a social group. If you are wanting just to chat, make friends, even find the right one, this group is for you. At this time we are just seeing if there's any interest.

2800 days ago

Love your neighbourhood - and your garden?

Jo McCarroll - NZ Gardener editor Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Then check out your new neighbour on Neighbourly! NZ Gardener magazine's free Friday ezine Get Growing has just joined Neighbourly! That means you can have weekly gardening hints, tips and fruit and growing advice delivered right to your inbox from the experts at New Zealand's favourite … View moreThen check out your new neighbour on Neighbourly! NZ Gardener magazine's free Friday ezine Get Growing has just joined Neighbourly! That means you can have weekly gardening hints, tips and fruit and growing advice delivered right to your inbox from the experts at New Zealand's favourite gardening magazine...absolutely free! Just sign up here. Sign up before Monday 3 April and like this post and you'll be in the draw to WIN ONE OF 10 COPIES of NZ Gardener's new special edition Herbs & Superfoods, packed with homegrown ways to improve your and your family's health and wellbeing (RRP $15.90). Sign up now

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2800 days ago

Save money by creating tasty burgers at home!

SuperValue New Zealand

Bring delicious takeaways into the comfort of your own home and make it exactly how you like it! This American-style burger with barbecue flavours and fresh ingredients creates a mouth-watering dinner option that is quick, easy and cheap to create. Serves 4 and can be whipped up in 20 minutes!

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Bring delicious takeaways into the comfort of your own home and make it exactly how you like it! This American-style burger with barbecue flavours and fresh ingredients creates a mouth-watering dinner option that is quick, easy and cheap to create. Serves 4 and can be whipped up in 20 minutes!

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Check out the recipe!

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2828 days ago

Have you made plans for Mother's Day?

The Team from Jennian Homes Otago

Our annual Jennian Homes Mother’s Day Fun Run/Walk is back for 2017 – and with more than 20 locations nationwide, it is set to be bigger and better than ever!

The Jennian Homes Mother’s Day Fun Run/Walk is part of an initiative to support the Heart Foundation’s ‘Heart Foundation for … View more
Our annual Jennian Homes Mother’s Day Fun Run/Walk is back for 2017 – and with more than 20 locations nationwide, it is set to be bigger and better than ever!

The Jennian Homes Mother’s Day Fun Run/Walk is part of an initiative to support the Heart Foundation’s ‘Heart Foundation for Women’ campaign, which aims to empower women to take charge of their heart health.

We hope you will among the thousands decked out in the iconic Dick Frizzell designed red t-shirts this Mother’s Day.

Register for this year’s Mother’s Day Fun Run/Walk before 31 March to receive early bird pricing. Plus, we've got over $25,000 worth of fantastic prizes up for grabs including: Fitbit activity trackers, Stirling Sports vouchers, Canopy Camping Escapes, Fujifilm NZ Instax Cameras + more.

So, if you haven’t made plans this Mother’s Day, please join us, get your active wear and running shoes ready to walk alongside thousands of other women to promote good heart health.

Sign up to a 5km Fun Run/Walk near you to show your support! Buy tickets now.

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