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A long-running legal dispute over a deer velvet company owner found to have misled customers will no…
We want to say a heartfelt thank you to Wattie’s NZ and the 150 schools who took part in this year's Cans for Good campaign. Thanks to the incredible effort of students, teachers and whānau, over 30,000 cans were collected and will make a huge difference to Salvation Army foodbanks around … View moreWe want to say a heartfelt thank you to Wattie’s NZ and the 150 schools who took part in this year's Cans for Good campaign. Thanks to the incredible effort of students, teachers and whānau, over 30,000 cans were collected and will make a huge difference to Salvation Army foodbanks around Aotearoa.
Wattie’s generously donated a further 25,000 cans taking the total number collected to over 56,000 cans.
Spring is Here, There are lots of lambs running round in the paddocks. Weather has been great and daylight saving is fast approaching, 29th September at 2am.
This means light nights, barbecues, night time walk. The longer nights allow gardening time and lawn mowing which can free weekends to … View moreSpring is Here, There are lots of lambs running round in the paddocks. Weather has been great and daylight saving is fast approaching, 29th September at 2am.
This means light nights, barbecues, night time walk. The longer nights allow gardening time and lawn mowing which can free weekends to have family times.
Enjoy the weather everybody and look forward to the extra daylight hours.
Stay safe.
Gail.
Dunedin is blanketed in smoke as fire crews battle a large scrub fire in the Flagstaff area.
Five helicopters were called to help fight the blaze, and Police are assisting with traffic control. All walking tracks have been closed and people are asked to avoid the area.
Are you at the scene?
We love seeing Neighbourly members mentioned in the news - and we've seen a few in the last few months. From a Neighbourly group that has united the masses right through to a neighbourhood who rallied to deliver a 250kg piano to two blind sisters - there is a lot of good going on in … View moreWe love seeing Neighbourly members mentioned in the news - and we've seen a few in the last few months. From a Neighbourly group that has united the masses right through to a neighbourhood who rallied to deliver a 250kg piano to two blind sisters - there is a lot of good going on in Neighbourly communities around the country. You can read about them right here in our latest blog post.
An earthquake safety review has detected a "vulnerable" section in an Otago hydro dam, prompting an …
Hi neighbours, do you think a $100,000 pay rise is fair for Port Otago's boss? That equates to about a 16% rise.
A combined unions spokesman says it's a "kick in the guts" for port workers fighting for better pay and conditions.
The pay increase for the port's chief … View moreHi neighbours, do you think a $100,000 pay rise is fair for Port Otago's boss? That equates to about a 16% rise.
A combined unions spokesman says it's a "kick in the guts" for port workers fighting for better pay and conditions.
The pay increase for the port's chief executive was confirmed in its 2019 annual report, which showed his annual salary is now between $610,000 and $620,000.
MetService has issued a strong wind watch for Otago and Clutha.
Valid: 11 hours from 5:00pm Monday to 4:00am Tuesday.
Forecast: Northwesterly winds may approach severe gale in exposed places at times.
An update for severe weather will be issued by 10:00am Monday 16 Sep 2019.
It will soon be time to have your say on who represents your community by voting in the 2019 local elections. Do you intend to vote?
Almost every Kiwi whānau is affected by dementia at some point. Maybe a family member or one of your friends or workmates has dementia?
September 21 is World Alzheimers Day – a day we can all take a moment to help people with dementia. Over 17 million people have joined Dementia Friends … View moreAlmost every Kiwi whānau is affected by dementia at some point. Maybe a family member or one of your friends or workmates has dementia?
September 21 is World Alzheimers Day – a day we can all take a moment to help people with dementia. Over 17 million people have joined Dementia Friends worldwide. So why not you?
Learn how you can help in simple and small ways. Wear a badge. Take time to listen. Pop over for a cuppa. It only takes 20 minutes online.
Show your support and help people with dementia to live well too. Join Dementia Friends today.
A Napier man's wedding ring has taken a miraculous 2000km return trip thanks to an eagle-eyed Dunedinite and a bit of plain old luck.
Don Alexander, 84, lost his ring while packing up crates of donated lemons and grapefruit destined for the elderly in Dunedin.
Four crates sent to Dunedin … View moreA Napier man's wedding ring has taken a miraculous 2000km return trip thanks to an eagle-eyed Dunedinite and a bit of plain old luck.
Don Alexander, 84, lost his ring while packing up crates of donated lemons and grapefruit destined for the elderly in Dunedin.
Four crates sent to Dunedin were stored at Timeless Floor and Bathroom owner and Rotary member Barry Johnston's yard.
Three days later something caught Johnston's eye while he was walking on the gravel driveway outside.
The treasured item was sent back to its owner, who couldn't believe his luck.
A day of weed pulling can pay a heavy toll in the form of aches and pains. That's why Fiskars has engineered the Xact™ weed puller, to assist with the effortless removal of root weeds.
The Fiskars Xact™ weed puller eliminates the need for digging, bending or using chemicals - preventing… View moreA day of weed pulling can pay a heavy toll in the form of aches and pains. That's why Fiskars has engineered the Xact™ weed puller, to assist with the effortless removal of root weeds.
The Fiskars Xact™ weed puller eliminates the need for digging, bending or using chemicals - preventing muscle strain and backache. Its simple ergonomic design is changing the strenuous outdoor job of pulling weeds. You'll have the neighbours lining up to borrow yours!
We have 5 Fiskars Xact™ weed pullers to give away. Simply LIKE or THANK this post to go in the draw to WIN!
To find out more and buy the product, visit a Bunnings or Mitre 10 store near you
Never bow down to weeds again!
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* Competition entries accepted from 1.00am Sunday 15th September 2019 to 8:00am Monday 23rd September 2019. Five 5 Fiskars Xact™ weed pullers to be won. Winners will be contacted by email or phone on Monday 23rd September 2019. The prize will be couriered to the address specified by the winner within 4 weeks of the competition closing
ANYA: I met him a few times before he remembered me, through an ex-boyfriend, and around town at va…
In retirement, having certainty about your living costs can provide great peace of mind.
It’s something Judith and Bob have discovered since moving to Bert Sutcliffe Retirement Village in Auckland. The couple enjoy peace of mind knowing exactly what they’re going to pay each week at the … View moreIn retirement, having certainty about your living costs can provide great peace of mind.
It’s something Judith and Bob have discovered since moving to Bert Sutcliffe Retirement Village in Auckland. The couple enjoy peace of mind knowing exactly what they’re going to pay each week at the village. As a Ryman Healthcare village, Bert Sutcliffe residents enjoy a fixed base weekly fee for life – guaranteed.*
Judith explains, “For us it was a no brainer, it was the best decision.
*Some conditions apply
Hi neighbours, a severely malnourished dog called Ludo has been rescued in Dunedin, in a case which has shocked SPCA investigators.
When he was rescued earlier in the week, Ludo's hips, spine and rib bones were protruding. The SPCA said on Facebook that the dog was "skin and bones".… View moreHi neighbours, a severely malnourished dog called Ludo has been rescued in Dunedin, in a case which has shocked SPCA investigators.
When he was rescued earlier in the week, Ludo's hips, spine and rib bones were protruding. The SPCA said on Facebook that the dog was "skin and bones".
The SPCA is raising money for Ludo's recovery and the investigation into his case.
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