Saddle Hill Community, Dunedin

1663 days ago

Dunedin prepares to slow down with raft of speed limit changes proposed

Nicole Reporter from Dunedin News

Motorists in Dunedin may soon be driving slower as the city council works on a plan to reduce speed limits.

The proposal includes reducing speeds in a large part of the central business from 50kmh to 30kmh, Otago Peninsula towns from 50kmh to 40kmh, and several high risk rural roads around greater… View more
Motorists in Dunedin may soon be driving slower as the city council works on a plan to reduce speed limits.

The proposal includes reducing speeds in a large part of the central business from 50kmh to 30kmh, Otago Peninsula towns from 50kmh to 40kmh, and several high risk rural roads around greater Dunedin.

Read more about the proposed changes and where they could be here, then tell us what you think of the plan in the comments below.

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1663 days ago

Healthy Wealth

Alister from South Dunedin

I like the concept of healthy wealth - investing in or purchasing from companies with values that sit well with one's soul. My partner came up with this quote today. Maybe many of us hold ourselves back from setting the goal of becoming wealthy because we have been taught that "money is … View moreI like the concept of healthy wealth - investing in or purchasing from companies with values that sit well with one's soul. My partner came up with this quote today. Maybe many of us hold ourselves back from setting the goal of becoming wealthy because we have been taught that "money is the root of all evil". We beg to differ.. let us know what you think in the comments section.

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1663 days ago

Dunedin pushes for suburban rail and inland port

Nicole Reporter from Dunedin News

Dunedin is pushing for a suburban rail service and an inland port as part of a Government review of rail for the next decade.

The report is expected to include options for using mothballed infrastructure after it was announced operation of the Taieri Gorge Railway, a popular tourist venture, would… View more
Dunedin is pushing for a suburban rail service and an inland port as part of a Government review of rail for the next decade.

The report is expected to include options for using mothballed infrastructure after it was announced operation of the Taieri Gorge Railway, a popular tourist venture, would be suspended.

The preferred site for an inland port is at Milburn, in South Otago, which could be used to freight more export-ready items via rail.

The Dunedin City Council is also supportive of launching commuter rail between Mosgiel and the Dunedin Railway Station, which is owned by the council.

Read more here.

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1684 days ago

Cuttings $2

Janet from North Dunedin

hi, all, m going to prune the Lemon Verbana and Rose come winter. Anyone interested in a cutting for $2?
Will dip in rooting hormone and then bundle in compost/potting mix and leave by letterbox. drop off your $$ when u pick up.
how's that. Will work?

This is an update:
To everyone … View more
hi, all, m going to prune the Lemon Verbana and Rose come winter. Anyone interested in a cutting for $2?
Will dip in rooting hormone and then bundle in compost/potting mix and leave by letterbox. drop off your $$ when u pick up.
how's that. Will work?

This is an update:
To everyone who's waiting for the cuttings: very sorry as none of them turned out successful. Even the tiny roots from the rose cuttings disappeared when i checked in on them this morning.
i'll try again next time when they are in need of a prune.

1665 days ago

*Win* Happy Mother's Day Neighbours

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Competition alert! Mother's Day might be a little different this year and here at Neighbourly, we want to make the day a bit more special - that's why we're giving away five SOS Business vouchers worth $100 each to use in your local businesses!

All you've got to do is tell … View more
Competition alert! Mother's Day might be a little different this year and here at Neighbourly, we want to make the day a bit more special - that's why we're giving away five SOS Business vouchers worth $100 each to use in your local businesses!

All you've got to do is tell us how you're celebrating your Mum - or a special woman in your life - with the constraints of lockdown (or how you'd like to share the love once we're in Level 2).

Comment below to enter, hurry though, entries close tonight 11.59pm Sunday 10th May 2020.
T&Cs apply.

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1664 days ago

Join Healthy For Life this Saturday!

The Team from ACC New Zealand

It's not too late to be healthy for life!

Join Bernice Mene this Saturday at 9am on TVNZ 1 for a new exercise programme designed for over 65 year olds to work on their strength and balance.

All done from the comfort of your bubble, this show provides great tips for staying safe in the … View more
It's not too late to be healthy for life!

Join Bernice Mene this Saturday at 9am on TVNZ 1 for a new exercise programme designed for over 65 year olds to work on their strength and balance.

All done from the comfort of your bubble, this show provides great tips for staying safe in the home, keeping your brain active, how to keep up your social links and friendships and advice about healthy eating and sleep during this time.

Healthy For Life is available on TVNZ OnDemand, or screens this Saturday at 9AM on TVNZ 1.

Find out more at Live Stronger for Longer.
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1664 days ago

Experience the colours of Aotearoa

The Team from Resene ColorShop Dunedin

Resene is proud to be supporting the 17th annual NZ Art Show - this year with a twist! More than 150 emerging contemporary artists are set to inspire any art collector in this dynamic virtual exhibition.

This new initiative is the brainchild of the show as it embraces the opportunity to continue … View more
Resene is proud to be supporting the 17th annual NZ Art Show - this year with a twist! More than 150 emerging contemporary artists are set to inspire any art collector in this dynamic virtual exhibition.

This new initiative is the brainchild of the show as it embraces the opportunity to continue to support some of NZ’s hottest new artists on the art scene despite the limitations of Covid-19 lockdown.

All artists have been selected by a panel of experts, promising quality and talent deserved of any collection. Art lovers can be assured that they can purchase with confidence, liaising directly with the artists.

Visitors can explore new artworks by some of the show’s favourite and most successful artists including Jane Blackmore, Runa + Holly, Tanya Blong, Joel Hart and Nikki Corbishley while discovering the hottest and newest artists on the NZ Arts scene. Glass works by the talented Richard Landers (a crowd favourite at last year’s show) also feature, alongside contemporary photographic works, exquisite and traditional watercolours, gorgeous florals, and artworks that provoke thought and conversation.

Go to artshow.co.nz where you can browse and purchase hundreds of original artworks all from the comfort of your own home from May 1st. Show your support and help keep the arts alive and active in NZ!

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1665 days ago

Reduce your isolation energy bills

ECCA

With so many of us spending more time at home due to the COVID-19 pandemic, many people’s energy bills are skyrocketing. But it doesn’t have to be that way.

Here are 5 simple, easy to implement ideas and tips for cutting down your domestic power bills to save yourself some cash.
Find out more

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1665 days ago

NZers Bring Big Dreams to Fruition

Alister from South Dunedin

Respect. Life becomes an infinite field of possibilities when we learn about the power of mindset & the self-responsibility of choice.

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1665 days ago

SOS Business

David Downs from SOS Business

Missing your haircut, your morning coffee or dinner out? We've set up a site where you can support your local small business by buying a voucher now for a service you will get in the future - give these small businesses the money they need now to keep the lights on while they have the doors … View moreMissing your haircut, your morning coffee or dinner out? We've set up a site where you can support your local small business by buying a voucher now for a service you will get in the future - give these small businesses the money they need now to keep the lights on while they have the doors shut. Lots of great places to support across Dunedin here... sosbusiness.nz...

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1666 days ago

Time to decorate?

Resene

You can purchase everything you need for your decorating projects from your local Resene ColorShop – simply shop online, or call or email your local Resene ColorShop. Click and collect or we can arrange contactless delivery direct to you.

And if you need any advice for your project use our … View more
You can purchase everything you need for your decorating projects from your local Resene ColorShop – simply shop online, or call or email your local Resene ColorShop. Click and collect or we can arrange contactless delivery direct to you.

And if you need any advice for your project use our free online help service, Ask a Technical Expert, or Ask a Colour Expert or call 0800 RESENE 737 363.
Shop online

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1666 days ago

Enjoy Europe Day with a hamper of European goodies!

Delegation of the European Union to New Zealand

9 May is Europe Day, a day that celebrates peace and unity in Europe. This new form of political cooperation made war unthinkable in Europe and became the European Union.

Across Europe and worldwide, Europe Day showcases what the European Union does.

This year, since we can't do … View more
9 May is Europe Day, a day that celebrates peace and unity in Europe. This new form of political cooperation made war unthinkable in Europe and became the European Union.

Across Europe and worldwide, Europe Day showcases what the European Union does.

This year, since we can't do anything in person, we wanted to bring Europe to you. Answer our quiz and be in to win a $75 hamper from our friends at Le Marche Francais.

To find out more about the European Union (and maybe even the answers!) find us on @EUinNZ.
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1666 days ago

Go After Your Big Dreams

Alister from South Dunedin

Most get this educated out of them in the school system. Yet we're inspired by those rare few who dare to go their own way & Albert Einstein was certainly one of them. Thank goodness he didn't listen to all of his nay-sayers or we'd all be less off.

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1666 days ago

Plan to get Dunedin Railways back on track

Nicole Reporter from Dunedin News

Could a suburban train service be the answer for a mothballed tourism venture?

That's a question posed by the Rail and Maritime Transport Union, which opposes a move to mothball Dunedin Railways Ltd's stock and track, with the likely loss of 51 jobs.

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1666 days ago

Paint a school desk

The Team from Resene ColorShop Dunedin

Turn an old school desk into a stylish side table or hallway feature with a touch of Resene colour and Resene Aquaclear.

Upcycled industrial items like this work really well alongside modern furnishings to give your home an eclectic style. A piece like this is also a … View more
Turn an old school desk into a stylish side table or hallway feature with a touch of Resene colour and Resene Aquaclear.

Upcycled industrial items like this work really well alongside modern furnishings to give your home an eclectic style. A piece like this is also a great way to introduce pops of colour that you might not be brave enough to attempt on a larger scale.

Make the most of this weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene.

Find out how to create your own.

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