Clutha District, Balclutha

3059 days ago

Poll: Are you comfortable with Fonterra's CEO earning $8.32 million?

Nicole Johnstone Reporter from Southland Times

Fonterra chief executive Theo Spierings earned a total of $8.32 million in 2017. Are you comfortable with that?
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Are you comfortable with Fonterra's CEO earning $8.32 million?
  • 10.6% Yes, he earns his wage
    10.6% Complete
  • 17% I don't care what he earns
    17% Complete
  • 72.3% No, it's too much money
    72.3% Complete
47 votes
3060 days ago

International Day of the Older Persons 2017 is on Sunday!

The Team from Age Concern New Zealand

International Day of the Older Persons is on Sunday October 1st. Every year we celebrate the contribution older people bring to society. The theme for this year is “Stepping into the Future: Tapping the Talents, Contributions and Participation of Older Persons in Society.”

On Sunday (and … View more
International Day of the Older Persons is on Sunday October 1st. Every year we celebrate the contribution older people bring to society. The theme for this year is “Stepping into the Future: Tapping the Talents, Contributions and Participation of Older Persons in Society.”

On Sunday (and the rest of the year), remember to acknowledge the wealth of knowledge and skills that New Zealanders aged over 65 bring to our communities.

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3060 days ago

Poll: Do we need more education about safe alcohol consumption in the south?

Nicole Johnstone Reporter from Southland Times

Action is being taken to stop southern women from drinking alcohol while pregnant as booze consumption in the south continues to soar.

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

Do we need more education about safe alcohol consumption in the south?
  • 96% Yes, more education is needed
    96% Complete
  • 4% No, we know the effects already
    4% Complete
25 votes
3062 days ago

Pay by plate parking

Communications Team from Auckland Transport

With pay by plate parking, you no longer need to display a ticket in your car. You can just pay and walk away, that easy.

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3063 days ago

MJ back

Reporter Clutha Leader

Back in NZ, after an enormous journey; a big trip seems a poor way to describe my UK-Ireland adventures. Back in the saddle this weekend for the elections, and re-joining my Balclutha friends and colleagues from Monday. Richard Davison has been doing a fine job over the last three weeks, and no … View moreBack in NZ, after an enormous journey; a big trip seems a poor way to describe my UK-Ireland adventures. Back in the saddle this weekend for the elections, and re-joining my Balclutha friends and colleagues from Monday. Richard Davison has been doing a fine job over the last three weeks, and no doubt he will never be stranger to the Leader and Southland Times. MJ

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3063 days ago

Water Safety Champion Awards 2017

Barbara Venville-Gibbons from Drowning Prevention Auckland

We are pleased to announce the inaugural Drowning Prevention Auckland* ‘Water Safety Champion Awards 2017’ in recognition of individuals, community groups, organisations or businesses that have demonstrated commitment, initiative and leadership in the ‘championing’ of water safety in the … View moreWe are pleased to announce the inaugural Drowning Prevention Auckland* ‘Water Safety Champion Awards 2017’ in recognition of individuals, community groups, organisations or businesses that have demonstrated commitment, initiative and leadership in the ‘championing’ of water safety in the Auckland region. This could include delivering water safety education, creating or implementing solutions that address behaviour or an identified issue, or raise awareness. Nominations are now open. Full details on our website.

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3067 days ago

Want to win a family pass to the MLT Events Centre Give it A Go Day on Sunday?

Reporter NewsLink

Comment below on which one of the activities you'd like to try and you're in to win! We'll announce the winner on Friday morning , so check back here to see if you're the winner!

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3064 days ago

Age Concern Dignity Champions

The Team from Age Concern New Zealand

Do you know what ageism is? It is the discrimination of people on the basis of their age. Unfortunately too many people do not recognise the value older Kiwis bring to society. Age Concern New Zealand wants to change these ageist attitudes and create an inclusive New Zealand where everyone is … View moreDo you know what ageism is? It is the discrimination of people on the basis of their age. Unfortunately too many people do not recognise the value older Kiwis bring to society. Age Concern New Zealand wants to change these ageist attitudes and create an inclusive New Zealand where everyone is supported and valued. Join our social movement to combat ageism in New Zealand by signing up as an Age Concern Dignity Champion. It is FREE and we will even send you a Welcome Pack.

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3065 days ago

The hours are on us!

Student Job Search

ENTER to WIN a hand around the house – on us! 49% of Neighbourly members said they’d like help with gardening, do you agree? Enter your details to WIN 5 hours of work from a local student in your neighbourhood! Whether it be household maintenance, help with the kids, or something else – … View moreENTER to WIN a hand around the house – on us! 49% of Neighbourly members said they’d like help with gardening, do you agree? Enter your details to WIN 5 hours of work from a local student in your neighbourhood! Whether it be household maintenance, help with the kids, or something else – Student Job Search has you covered. We’ll be picking THREE lucky winners so enter now! It’s free to list a job with SJS and we make sure to find the perfect student for your job. Enter HERE and find out for yourself! Enter now

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3065 days ago

Pay By Plate

Communications Team from Auckland Transport

Paying for on street parking in Auckland just got a whole lot easier with our new pay by plate technology and the AT Park app.
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