Green Island - Abbotsford, Dunedin

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Ask a Crewcut Lawn & Garden expert (and an ex-Black Caps coach!) now. Head here.

2276 days ago

Tradies of Dunedin - lock up your tools

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Thousands of dollars worth of high-end tools have been stolen from tradesmen vans around Dunedin.

Tools from tradies’ vans, cars and building sites have been targeted across various Dunedin suburbs including; Maryhill to Belleknowes, Green Island to Mosgiel, Dunedin Central out to Tainui.

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Thousands of dollars worth of high-end tools have been stolen from tradesmen vans around Dunedin.

Tools from tradies’ vans, cars and building sites have been targeted across various Dunedin suburbs including; Maryhill to Belleknowes, Green Island to Mosgiel, Dunedin Central out to Tainui.

Police are encouraging tradies to get their tools engraved with their driver licence number, so if the tools are recovered, we can return them.

If anyone’s vehicle has been targeted, or if people have information which would help catch these offenders, please call Police on (03) 471 4800. Information can also be passed anonymously to Crimestoppers via 0800 555 111. Read more

2275 days ago

Rate your doctor and win $3,000!

Whitecoat

Have you received some great service from your local GP? What about a dentist or optometrist? Leave a review for them on the Whitecoat website and be in to win $3,000.

Whitecoat is all about helping Kiwis make more informed decisions about their healthcare providers.
Find out more

2275 days ago

Poll: Is it okay for neighbours to use your rubbish bin?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

There has been a lot of discussions lately about the neighbourly etiquette when it comes to rubbish bins. We're sure everyone has had a moment when their bin is full on collection day and the question arises around what to do with the rest of the rubbish. We're keen to hear what you … View moreThere has been a lot of discussions lately about the neighbourly etiquette when it comes to rubbish bins. We're sure everyone has had a moment when their bin is full on collection day and the question arises around what to do with the rest of the rubbish. We're keen to hear what you think - is it okay to put rubbish in a neighbour's bin?

Is it fair game to use a neighbour's bin if it's out on the street? Vote in the poll below!

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Is it okay for neighbours to use your rubbish bin?
  • 15.8% No it's not okay!
    15.8% Complete
  • 52.8% It's okay if they ask first
    52.8% Complete
  • 30.7% Doesn't bother me
    30.7% Complete
  • 0.6% I have no opinion
    0.6% Complete
5566 votes
2275 days ago

Have your say on Trade for All

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade

We want to help all New Zealanders benefit from trade wherever they are. That’s why the Government is consulting New Zealanders to develop a Trade for All policy. We want to hear your views on trade policy and what matters most to you. Take our short poll, share your comments or make a submission… View moreWe want to help all New Zealanders benefit from trade wherever they are. That’s why the Government is consulting New Zealanders to develop a Trade for All policy. We want to hear your views on trade policy and what matters most to you. Take our short poll, share your comments or make a submission here.

- How can trade support sustainable economic development that takes into account the impact on our environment?
- How can trade benefit our regions and support women, Maori and small and medium enterprises to succeed globally?

Come to a public meeting or hui. You can find the details and register here.
Find more information about Trade for All and our current trade policy at www.haveyoursay.mfat.govt.nz

Have your say on Trade for All. Submissions close on 14 October 2018.
Have your say

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2276 days ago

Share your tomato-growing tips, and win a prize!

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

We are looking for great tomato growing tips and/or photos of your tomato harvest from last year. Do you have a piece of tomato growing wisdom to share with other New Zealand gardeners? Maybe a variety that does well for you, a way to treat or prevent diseases, or a recipe for homemade fertiliser. … View moreWe are looking for great tomato growing tips and/or photos of your tomato harvest from last year. Do you have a piece of tomato growing wisdom to share with other New Zealand gardeners? Maybe a variety that does well for you, a way to treat or prevent diseases, or a recipe for homemade fertiliser. Or do you have an amazing photo to share ... like this one from tomato enthusiast Minette Tonoli. Email us your tip (mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz) and/or share your pic in the comments... if we publish your tip or your photo we will send you a free copy of NZ Gardener magazine!

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2277 days ago

Adidas Sunglasses

David from South Dunedin

In original packaging, unused and brand new

Price: $95

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2277 days ago

The Suzuki draw

Eric from Green Island - Abbotsford

Just to say thank you for the opportunity and . . . what a great idea!!

2277 days ago

Have you had this experience with a roofer?

The Team Reporter from Dunedin News

A young couple has been left high and dry by a runaway roofer. Dimitri Prokopovych moved from the Ukraine to New Zealand eight years ago, with the hope of starting a new life.

Now he and his Russian wife are about to sell their Dunedin home, after a roofer failed to finish the work despite being… View more
A young couple has been left high and dry by a runaway roofer. Dimitri Prokopovych moved from the Ukraine to New Zealand eight years ago, with the hope of starting a new life.

Now he and his Russian wife are about to sell their Dunedin home, after a roofer failed to finish the work despite being paid to complete the job. Read more here. Have you experienced anything similar? What do you think about this?

2277 days ago

Dunedin Crime Files - Monday

The Team Reporter from Dunedin News

A person has smashed a window at St Paul's Cathedral, in the Octagon, over the weekend.

It was unclear if someone broke into the church, or smashed it from outside, Senior Sergeant Trevor Thomson said.

Meanwhile, two Scott mountain bikes, valued at $2000, and two Honda CRF trail … View more
A person has smashed a window at St Paul's Cathedral, in the Octagon, over the weekend.

It was unclear if someone broke into the church, or smashed it from outside, Senior Sergeant Trevor Thomson said.

Meanwhile, two Scott mountain bikes, valued at $2000, and two Honda CRF trail motorbikes were stolen from a woolshed on Saddle Hill Rd last month.

The trail bikes were 150cc and 250cc respectively and were valued at $2500 each.

Police were also investigating report of a person trying to break-in at Cafe 55, on Clyde St, Balclutha, over the weekend.

2277 days ago

Wilbur - newborn ram lamb

Kim from Mosgiel-Taieri

Wilbur was born this morning 1 of 3 but has been rejected by his mother. He needs to be hand reared which we don't have time for.
He is the most lovely docile gorgeous little boy.
Free to a good home. Pick up from Outram (towards airport).

Free

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