Larnachs Castle, Dunedin

Explore more, worry less at Ryman

Explore more, worry less at Ryman

With Ryman’s lock-and-leave-style living, you’re free to explore without worrying about home maintenance or security.

1110 days ago

Christmas isn’t cancelled

Christmas Box

For many Kiwi families this Christmas is going to be tougher than ever - but there’s a way to help.

You can help to make Christmas a reality for families in need for every $30 donated, Christmas Box will provide a box full of essentials and Christmas treats to families in need and bring a … View more
For many Kiwi families this Christmas is going to be tougher than ever - but there’s a way to help.

You can help to make Christmas a reality for families in need for every $30 donated, Christmas Box will provide a box full of essentials and Christmas treats to families in need and bring a little certainty to those struggling right now. Sponsor a Christmas Box today.
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1111 days ago

Seniors Newsletter

Office for Seniors

The latest issue of our Seniors Newsletter is here. In this issue we discuss ways to stay hydrated over summer, catch up with a 73 year old fish scientist, discuss health insurance, plus much more!

Read it here now: bit.ly...

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1112 days ago

Is your property climate resilient?

Climate Insights

Find out today by accessing the latest climate science for your property with Climate Insights.

To get a comfortable, efficient, durable home you will need to consider a changing climate. Wind, rain, temperature, humidity, fire risk, sea-level changes can all influence how you and your family … View more
Find out today by accessing the latest climate science for your property with Climate Insights.

To get a comfortable, efficient, durable home you will need to consider a changing climate. Wind, rain, temperature, humidity, fire risk, sea-level changes can all influence how you and your family enjoy your property.

The Climate Insights property report is a great place to start when buying, renting or investing in a house.
Download your Property Climate Risk Report

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1112 days ago

Busting the Common myths on creating a will

Public Trust

Stewart Harvey, Principal Trustee at Public Trust Waikato, says "seizing the moment" is essential so things aren't left to chance - and it's easier than you think. Stewart had a chat with Stuff.co.nz recently, check out the article in the link below.

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1113 days ago

Lotto winners who lost big

The Team Reporter from Stuff

It is a nice house, with sea views, a lovely garden and an even nicer retired couple living there. The roof leaks a bit, as the man who was supposed to repair it did not return their phone calls.

But this couple may have to sell the home, after pouring almost $1 million into a collapsed building … View more
It is a nice house, with sea views, a lovely garden and an even nicer retired couple living there. The roof leaks a bit, as the man who was supposed to repair it did not return their phone calls.

But this couple may have to sell the home, after pouring almost $1 million into a collapsed building company operated by the same man.

Read more about the human face of a business collapse here.

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1113 days ago

There's something about Mary: The Otago woman who lives life in shades of pink

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from Otago News

“Nobody looks at pink and cries.”

This is 68-year-old Mary Keith’s simple explanation for her extraordinary lifestyle.

“What is wrong with all these people wearing black?” she says. “You see black at funerals and people are crying. It is not a happy colour. But pink is.”

Today, she… View more
“Nobody looks at pink and cries.”

This is 68-year-old Mary Keith’s simple explanation for her extraordinary lifestyle.

“What is wrong with all these people wearing black?” she says. “You see black at funerals and people are crying. It is not a happy colour. But pink is.”

Today, she is known as Otago’s pink lady, so much so that an automobile paint company even named a paint colour after her a few years ago – a glittery pink called Mad Mary’s Pink.

But Keith says she is certainly not mad, just happy to make people smile. “If you can leave here and think I have lived my best life and put smiles on faces, then what else matters? Nothing." Read more here.

1114 days ago

The Royal New Zealand Ballet

The Royal New Zealand Ballet

Let the Royal New Zealand Ballet transport you to a fantastical world of dazzling dance, music and enchantment. Choreographed by the late Liam Scarlett at the beginning of his short but blazingly bright international career, A Midsummer Night’s Dream was an overnight sensation at its premiere and… View moreLet the Royal New Zealand Ballet transport you to a fantastical world of dazzling dance, music and enchantment. Choreographed by the late Liam Scarlett at the beginning of his short but blazingly bright international career, A Midsummer Night’s Dream was an overnight sensation at its premiere and is now available to watch online, for a limited time only.

This specially shot online performance will bring this enchanting ballet from theatre to your screens, with live stage footage enhanced by close-ups so you can experience the emotion and dance first-hand. This is ballet like you’ve never seen it before, a full cinematic experience.

Watch online from 3 Dec – 12 Dec 2021. Rnzb.org.nz/msndonline
Watch online

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1114 days ago

Christmas decorations so amazing jet passengers see them from the air

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from Otago News

If you want to feel humbled by your own attempts at Christmas cheer, take a drive past Liam and Kim Dawson’s place. Or better still stroll past and enjoy real snow – this year there’s a new snow machine on order.

The Queenstown couple just love Christmas. Everywhere they have lived, starting… View more
If you want to feel humbled by your own attempts at Christmas cheer, take a drive past Liam and Kim Dawson’s place. Or better still stroll past and enjoy real snow – this year there’s a new snow machine on order.

The Queenstown couple just love Christmas. Everywhere they have lived, starting with their home in England, they have pushed the boat out, gaining a reputation for their Christmas displays. And for the past two years, the display has been in Woodstock Road, Upper Shotover. You can’t miss it – even passengers flying into Queenstown Airport after dark can see this one.

1114 days ago

A Personal Note - What Personal Growth Can Do For YOU

Alister from Dream Big New Zealand

😍 We love our business & founding partner company for it's authenticity, openness & willingness to push into uncomfortable territory so we can all grow into better versions of ourselves.

💟 Recently appointed Corporate Branding & Communications person Kirsty Goldsworthy … View more
😍 We love our business & founding partner company for it's authenticity, openness & willingness to push into uncomfortable territory so we can all grow into better versions of ourselves.

💟 Recently appointed Corporate Branding & Communications person Kirsty Goldsworthy shares with us the heartfelt breakthroughs flowing up to Rach, Shane & Greg from Influence Live 2021 attendees. We feel very privileged & grateful to hear the growth & wins our community are experiencing.

🆙 We share this with you (with Ebony's consent of course) so you can get a feel for what our Personal Development Live Events are capable of awakening. Often Business Associates notice their businesses start popping at a new level from the raise in vibration often experienced - www.DreamBigNewZealand.co.nz... 🌈

From Kirsty Goldsworthy ~ Prosperity Of Life Branding & Corporate Communications:
🎉 Influence Live 2021 is a WRAP! I can't wait to share with you a huge list of thank you notes that have been sent up but this one is at the top of my emails! It's from Ebony in NSW who was an Influence "first timer"...

"Well my first ever Influence Live Virtual Event has come to an end and boy it did not disappoint.
From the get go it was high energy, engaging and fun (the best environment to learn) I had moments where I couldn’t stop laughing and my cheeks were still hurting the next day from smiling.

The content that Shane delivered was next level and the shares and gratitude from the whole community was truly inspiring.

I have had some really amazing personal breakthroughs. Many times the light bulb was switched on and I will be forever grateful for the opportunity to not only understand myself better but also those around me, from my little kids to my husband and just anyone really that I will have the pleasure of connecting with in the future.

I’m excited to keep implementing what I have learned into the future.

Much love, gratitude and thanks."

Thank you Ebony!
We've had a great time facilitating this Virtual Event & can't wait to see your continued progress over the coming months...

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1115 days ago

Scrap metal scam

Robert from North Dunedin

Please be wary of a person under the name Ben Larson who has a post on Facebook marketplace asking for scrap metal and the proceeds go to charity. He has been acting very suspicious and a lot of people have said the same. He refused to show he had donated the money and is blocking people. Please be… View morePlease be wary of a person under the name Ben Larson who has a post on Facebook marketplace asking for scrap metal and the proceeds go to charity. He has been acting very suspicious and a lot of people have said the same. He refused to show he had donated the money and is blocking people. Please be careful!

This has been reported to the police.

1115 days ago

Pioneering a new way to live in retirement

Yvette Williams Retirement Village

When you choose a Ryman village, you’re free to do more of the things you love. Free to live life your way, secure in the knowledge that help’s here if you need it.

You can embrace today. Without worrying about the lawns, or the rates. It’s another example of how we’re pioneering … View more
When you choose a Ryman village, you’re free to do more of the things you love. Free to live life your way, secure in the knowledge that help’s here if you need it.

You can embrace today. Without worrying about the lawns, or the rates. It’s another example of how we’re pioneering retirement living.

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1116 days ago

The Ryman Guide

Retirement is a chapter in life filled with possibility, and at a Ryman village we want to make that chapter the best it can be. That’s why we offer living options to suit everyone, it’s why our terms come with certainty, it’s why we continually innovate, and it’s why we offer care on site … View moreRetirement is a chapter in life filled with possibility, and at a Ryman village we want to make that chapter the best it can be. That’s why we offer living options to suit everyone, it’s why our terms come with certainty, it’s why we continually innovate, and it’s why we offer care on site so you can plan for the future.

The Ryman Guide will help you choose the lifestyle you want to live at a Ryman village, so you can embrace every opportunity.
Get your free copy here

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1117 days ago

Still stressed and shopping for Christmas?

The Team from NZ Compare

It’s been a hard year and we know for many the pinch is on this holiday season!
www.FreeVoucherCodes.co.nz has been launched to help Kiwi shoppers save money on a huge range of different products and services. Whether you need a meal kit comparison or discount vouchers for all your fave … View more
It’s been a hard year and we know for many the pinch is on this holiday season!
www.FreeVoucherCodes.co.nz has been launched to help Kiwi shoppers save money on a huge range of different products and services. Whether you need a meal kit comparison or discount vouchers for all your fave shopping spots – we’ve got it.

Check out Free Voucher Codes from NZ Compare for all the best coupons, promo codes and deals for your online Christmas shopping today!

NZ Compare is more than just power, broadband and money comparison. We’re helping Kiwis compare what’s out there!
COMPARE DISCOUNTS NOW

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1118 days ago

Get found fast & Win

The Team from Digital Boost

Go into the draw to win one of three $300 hampers from your favourite local business.

To automatically enter, all you need to do is log in, and watch Google My Business to learn about how easy it is to be found online.

The competition ends on the 12th of December 2021. The winners will be … View more
Go into the draw to win one of three $300 hampers from your favourite local business.

To automatically enter, all you need to do is log in, and watch Google My Business to learn about how easy it is to be found online.

The competition ends on the 12th of December 2021. The winners will be notified on Monday the 13th of December 2021.
Sign up today

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1118 days ago

Have your say on your local.

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Has the pandemic made you shop more locally? Do you feel like you can rely on your community?

Let us know in our State of the Neighbourhood survey and you could win 1 of 10 $100 Prezzy cards.
Take the survey

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