Saddle Hill Community, Dunedin

1729 days ago

Stunned family loses prime beachside lunch spot to 'nosy' sea lion

Nicole Reporter from Dunedin News

A sun smart sea lion may have stolen a Dunedin family's picnic spot, but stopped short of stealing their lunch.

Nikita and Kenny Hau and their two young boys were about to eat at at Aramona, near Dunedin, on Monday when something emerged from the water.

"[The sea lion] wasn't being… View more
A sun smart sea lion may have stolen a Dunedin family's picnic spot, but stopped short of stealing their lunch.

Nikita and Kenny Hau and their two young boys were about to eat at at Aramona, near Dunedin, on Monday when something emerged from the water.

"[The sea lion] wasn't being aggressive in anyway ... it was like he was being playful," Nikita Hau says.

DOC'S ADVICE ON HOW TO ENJOY SEALS AND SEA LIONS:

- Always stay at least 20 metres away.

- Do not disturb seals or sea lions. Don't make loud noises or throw objects near them.

- Keep dogs and children under control around seals or sea lions.

- If you are concerned about the safety of a seal or sea lion, please call 0800 DOC HOT (0800 362 468).

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1729 days ago

Honestly Maths

NumberWorks'nWords Dunedin

You solve one problem and you are faced with the next!

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1729 days ago

Help us be there.

NZ Red Cross

Always wanted to help New Zealand Red Cross?... now you can!

Our Red Cross Appeal is coming up and we would love your help. Can you spare an hour or two of your time to help vulnerable people in your community and overseas?

During 16-22 March 2020, we will have street collections around the… View more
Always wanted to help New Zealand Red Cross?... now you can!

Our Red Cross Appeal is coming up and we would love your help. Can you spare an hour or two of your time to help vulnerable people in your community and overseas?

During 16-22 March 2020, we will have street collections around the country. We would love to have you on our team.
Sign up today

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1731 days ago

Dunedin council 'fleeced' Central Otago and Queenstown with $117m Aurora dividends

Nicole Reporter from Dunedin News

Central Otago and Queenstown's mayors want the Dunedin City Council to stump up cash towards a $400 million electricity lines upgrade.

They say the city council is partly responsible for Aurora Energy's failure to upgrade and maintain its network because it received $177m in dividends … View more
Central Otago and Queenstown's mayors want the Dunedin City Council to stump up cash towards a $400 million electricity lines upgrade.

They say the city council is partly responsible for Aurora Energy's failure to upgrade and maintain its network because it received $177m in dividends from the company.

What do you think? Read the full story here here and tell us your thoughts in the comments below.

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1731 days ago

Make a visit to start a conversation.

Frances Hodgkins Retirement Village

Talking to a family member about care can be difficult. To help start a conversation, you’re invited to visit our Open Day this Sunday.

This is a chance for you, and your family members, to experience the feeling of community at Ryman Care, first-hand.
Find out more

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1731 days ago

Pioneering retirement for a trailblazing generation

Our residents are not shy or retiring. They live their lives with passion and purpose. They strive to push further, create better, and go beyond the ordinary. We are pioneering a new way to live in retirement. One with flexibility, certainty, and the ability to dial care up and down as you need it.… View moreOur residents are not shy or retiring. They live their lives with passion and purpose. They strive to push further, create better, and go beyond the ordinary. We are pioneering a new way to live in retirement. One with flexibility, certainty, and the ability to dial care up and down as you need it.

Ryman has been pioneering retirement living for 35 years. Our New Zealand and Australian villages are named after trailblazers: Sir Edmund Hilary, Weary Dunlop, Rita Angus, Nellie Melba. We always have, and always will, challenge the status quo and adapt to better serve our residents.
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1734 days ago

East Taieri School parents blocking access to Taieri Community Garden

Jan from Mosgiel-Taieri

The entrance to Taieri Community Garden is via the gate in the carpark opposite East Taieri School. However, parents are repeatedly parking in front of the gate & blocking access to the garden. On Tuesday we had to turn away a delivery truck as an orange Ford Ranger Wildtrak JUS85 had … View moreThe entrance to Taieri Community Garden is via the gate in the carpark opposite East Taieri School. However, parents are repeatedly parking in front of the gate & blocking access to the garden. On Tuesday we had to turn away a delivery truck as an orange Ford Ranger Wildtrak JUS85 had COMPLETELY blocked the gate. As deliveries could be made any time of the day Mon-Sun it is necessary that the entrance be kept clear. Thanks very much for your co-operation.

1734 days ago

Guard patrolling Otago University skips blocks elderly man from dumping rubbish

Nicole Reporter from Dunedin News

The University of Otago has hired security guards temporarily to stop non-students from dumping unwanted waste in the skips meant for students to use.

University of Otago property services director Dean Macaulay said the skips would be in the area over the next three Fridays.

The guards would … View more
The University of Otago has hired security guards temporarily to stop non-students from dumping unwanted waste in the skips meant for students to use.

University of Otago property services director Dean Macaulay said the skips would be in the area over the next three Fridays.

The guards would make sure only students dumped their waste in the skips.

1734 days ago
1734 days ago

Making use of a small space

The Team from Resene ColorShop Dunedin

Make this nifty fold-out bar and cupboard for your outdoor living space.

Paint in your favourite Resene colours to complement your décor or accent it. Ideal for outdoor entertaining.

Make the most of this weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene. Find out how to create this … View more
Make this nifty fold-out bar and cupboard for your outdoor living space.

Paint in your favourite Resene colours to complement your décor or accent it. Ideal for outdoor entertaining.

Make the most of this weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene. Find out how to create this quick and easy project yourself

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