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651 days ago

Bookkeeping in Mosgiel

Shawn from Mosgiel-Taieri

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652 days ago

Get back-to-school sorted.

The Warehouse

Get back-to-school sorted in one shop at The Warehouse. Start smart and inspired with statement stationery, gear up with the best in tech and set them up for the future with options made with recycled materials. With a wide range of smart school essentials at even smarter prices, we’ve got … View moreGet back-to-school sorted in one shop at The Warehouse. Start smart and inspired with statement stationery, gear up with the best in tech and set them up for the future with options made with recycled materials. With a wide range of smart school essentials at even smarter prices, we’ve got everything you need to set up for an epic comeback.

Want to give back when you go back? Donate $1 to KidsCan in store to make sure more Kiwi kids get the essentials they need in 2023.
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653 days ago

Same village, different needs

Frances Hodgkins Retirement Village

Live independently while your loved one is cared for in the same Ryman village.

A full life for Helen is one that is surrounded by family. When she first moved to the village, Helen’s husband John was being cared for elsewhere. Now that he is living at the same village, it brings Helen and … View more
Live independently while your loved one is cared for in the same Ryman village.

A full life for Helen is one that is surrounded by family. When she first moved to the village, Helen’s husband John was being cared for elsewhere. Now that he is living at the same village, it brings Helen and her family so much happiness and reassurance.

“All the family cried when he moved in. They were so happy because it was such a beautiful thing to have him close by.”

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654 days ago

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Furry Friday

Get New Zealand’s cutest pets delivered to your inbox with Furry Friday.

Each Friday morning, editor Nick Barnett serves up your finest photos of your domestic friends. You’ll also receive exclusive content with pet-related stories and photos, as well as updates on the life of Riley, … View more
Get New Zealand’s cutest pets delivered to your inbox with Furry Friday.

Each Friday morning, editor Nick Barnett serves up your finest photos of your domestic friends. You’ll also receive exclusive content with pet-related stories and photos, as well as updates on the life of Riley, Nick’s own furry friend.
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656 days ago

Get Deck-orating With Resene Wood Stains and Oils!

Resene

Hi Neighbours!

Bring out the best in your decks, fences and weatherboards with Resene wood stains and oils.

If you’re planning a dark colour, choose a Resene CoolColour to help keep the paint, stain and surface cooler.

Available from Resene ColorShops.
Find out more

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658 days ago

Poll: Who should be the next Labour party leader?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern has announced she will resign as prime minister before February 7.
With this year's general election scheduled for Saturday, October 14, discussions surrounding the new leader of the Labour Party are in progress.

Share your thoughts below (include Not For … View more
Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern has announced she will resign as prime minister before February 7.
With this year's general election scheduled for Saturday, October 14, discussions surrounding the new leader of the Labour Party are in progress.

Share your thoughts below (include Not For Print if you don't wish for your comments to be published)

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Who should be the next Labour party leader?
  • 3.2% Kelvin Davis
    3.2% Complete
  • 2.3% Megan Woods
    2.3% Complete
  • 53.8% Chris Hipkins
    53.8% Complete
  • 3.9% Michael Wood
    3.9% Complete
  • 8.3% Someone else (Comment Below)
    8.3% Complete
  • 28.4% I have no idea
    28.4% Complete
2194 votes
658 days ago
658 days ago

More than 20 tenants evicted as Queenstown apartments become Airbnb

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from Otago News

From reporter Debbie Jamieson:

More than 20 residents living in nine central Queenstown apartments have been given notice to move out so their homes can be converted to short-term Airbnb rentals.

The tenants were given 90 days’ notice in December that their leases would end in March.

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From reporter Debbie Jamieson:

More than 20 residents living in nine central Queenstown apartments have been given notice to move out so their homes can be converted to short-term Airbnb rentals.

The tenants were given 90 days’ notice in December that their leases would end in March.

“It’s s..., just horrible,” said one tenant, who had no idea where she would be able to find a home in Queenstown’s strained rental market.

A spokeswoman for property manager Tahuna Management Ltd said the apartments were built specifically to be leased as visitor accommodation in about 2018.

When New Zealand’s borders were closed due to Covid-19 in 2020, the owners decided to lease them as long-term rentals.

The return of international visitors and rising interest rates were behind the decision to return to Airbnb.

The apartments had resource consent for 365-day visitor accommodation and the owners had a commercial rate – abut 50% higher than standard rates, she said.

“Now the tourism is back and the town is busy it’s only natural that they’ve reverted back to Airbnb.”

Many other Queenstown apartment and house owners were making similar moves, she said.

Despite reports of up to 40 tenants being affected, she said the correct number was 20-something.

That was cold comfort to the tenants who are looking for new homes in a tight property market where dozens of people are vying for leases.

Two, who work in tourism and hospitality, said they would consider returning to their home in Melbourne if they cannot find somewhere to live.

“We’ve been applying for apartments and rooms, but every room has about 300 messages on Facebook,” one of the tenants said.

They saw one room “the size of a closet” for $450, couple rooms were going for $380, and hostels were charging $350 for a week in a bunk bed.

“People are just working to pay for accommodation – it’s getting a bit ridiculous.

“I want to stay. I love the place and I don’t want to go home, but if I have nowhere to live and I’m losing $300-$400 a week on a bunk room, what’s the point in staying?”

The shortage of worker accommodation has led to many tourism and hospitality businesses closing at key times because they do not have enough staff to open full time.

Two Wellington tenants will return to their home city. One said she was thinking of returning home anyway, but the lease cancellation cemented her decision.

“Everything is overpriced in Queenstown, not just accommodation,” she said.

A couple from Christchurch having been paying $600 for a small two-bedroom apartment in the block.

They were expecting either a big rent increase or a change in the lease so were not surprised to hear it was moving to Airbnb.

“It’s unfortunate, but not unexpected.”

His partner said the situation was “shit, just horrible.”

It was hard enough to find a place to live in Queenstown without such a big group all looking at the same time, she said.

However, she understood the landlord’s perspective.

“You think about how much we pay in rent, and they can probably get that a night with Airbnb.”

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660 days ago

Back to School Supplies at the Red Cross Shop

The Team from Red Cross Shop Dunedin

Pop in and check out our back to School supplies at the Red Cross Shop

660 days ago

Three-day hike part of challenge to swim all of South Island's 344 lakes

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from Otago News

From reporter Debbie Jamieson:

Liana Smith hiked for three days to plunge into Otago’s remote Lake Unknown and do her part in a challenge to swim all 344 lakes in the South Island.

Smith is a hiking guide and accomplished swimmer who completed the “triple crown” of New Zealand swims … View more
From reporter Debbie Jamieson:

Liana Smith hiked for three days to plunge into Otago’s remote Lake Unknown and do her part in a challenge to swim all 344 lakes in the South Island.

Smith is a hiking guide and accomplished swimmer who completed the “triple crown” of New Zealand swims last year – swimming Lake Taupo (40.2km), Cook Strait (22km) and Foveaux Strait (28km).

She is also a member of the Queenstown-based Southern Lakes Swimming Club, which established the Lake Attack Aotearoa 2023 challenge, encouraging swimmers everywhere to help complete the goal of swimming all 344 South Island lakes before May.

“I love pushing myself, and I'm in constant pursuit to find my physical and mental limits in life,” Smith said.


The challenge gave her an excuse to take on the solo expedition to Lake Unknown, in Mt Aspiring National Park, which had been on her adventure list for a few years.

It is also the most remote and ambitious of the 50 swims logged so far on the Lake Attack website.


Others include a New Year's Day swim in chilly Lake Alta at the Remarkables ski area, undertaken by several members of the club including Paul Jaquin​ who swam in the 8C water without a wetsuit.

The challenge was open to everyone and people needed to swim for only 10 minutes to log the event.

The 344 South Island lakes were those identified on Topographic maps, but more were being added as people found them, Ashford-Tait said.

Swimmers were also encouraged to log useful information on water quality and biodiversity, which would be collated by club members.

The challenge opened on Christmas Day and there had already been participants from the south, Christchurch and Blenheim.

While the club would like to see every lake swum, the website does warn swimmers to be safe, not swim if the water quality is not suitable, and avoid spreading lake nasties such as didymo.

Queenstown teenager Jacob Marriott is leading the statistics on the group’s website so far with the most swims completed (23), the longest time swimming (370 minutes) and the furthest distance swum (11.3km).

660 days ago

Want trusted pet insurance?

Southern Cross Pet Insurance

Whether your pet likes taking an afternoon nap or leaping that gap (that’s a little too big for them), you can relax knowing they’re covered by a trusted pet insurer.

Sign up with Southern Cross Pet Insurance today.
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661 days ago

Poll: Do you support changes to our smoking laws?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Many high schools report that vaping is a growing issue despite the 18+ legal smoking age and this has been associated with the proximity of schools to vaping retailers.

Recent amendments have been made to The Smokefree Environments and Regulated Products Amendment Act to limit nicotine in … View more
Many high schools report that vaping is a growing issue despite the 18+ legal smoking age and this has been associated with the proximity of schools to vaping retailers.

Recent amendments have been made to The Smokefree Environments and Regulated Products Amendment Act to limit nicotine in products and cease supply to those born in/after 2009. Less retailers are to be approved and product packaging made less appealing.

Until March 15, public submissions will accepted regarding these changes, especially around the location and quantity of retail stores as well as the appeal and addictiveness of smoked tobacco products.

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Do you support changes to our smoking laws?
  • 75.9% Yes, I support these changes
    75.9% Complete
  • 10.4% No, I don't support these changes
    10.4% Complete
  • 9.1% I support some of these changes, not all
    9.1% Complete
  • 4.6% I'm not sure - I need more information
    4.6% Complete
2249 votes
662 days ago

Bought this product over the weekend?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Following the 4th October recall of all Pam's berries due to the risk of Hepatitis A, an error has been made and affected product was released again for sale to the public on the 15th of January.

If you have bought Pam's berries over the weekend or have Pam's berries in your … View more
Following the 4th October recall of all Pam's berries due to the risk of Hepatitis A, an error has been made and affected product was released again for sale to the public on the 15th of January.

If you have bought Pam's berries over the weekend or have Pam's berries in your freezer, we urge you to check the use by date and return the product if affected.

The affected product has a use by date stating 14/08/2024 and include:
Pams brand Mixed Berries 500g
Pams brand Two Berry Mix 1kg
Pams brand Two Berry Mix 750g
Pams brand Smoothie Berry Mix 500g
Pams brand Raspberries 500g
Pams brand Raspberries 350g

The products are sold at Trents Wholesale and Raeward Fresh stores throughout the South Island and in Pak’n Save, New World and Four Square stores throughout New Zealand.

If you have consumed these products with the stated use by date and feel unwell, seek medical help immediately. If you have any questions about the products you have bought you can contact Foodstuffs Ltd on 0800 245 114.

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665 days ago

Treasures at the Red Cross shop this week ✨

The Team from Red Cross Shop Dunedin

We have had some wonderful donations of brand new shoes, 100% wool knits and leather jackets.
Pop in and have a look 👀

665 days ago

New Year, New Goals

Beryl from Beryl Lebowitz-Ciccoricco - NZPS

Hey Neighbours!
Happy New Year and all the best for a fabulous summer break!
We at NZPS are back in action and ready to support you on your property journey. Message me for a free, no obligation 5 minute call about our listings, services, and real estate support services! Here's t a great … View more
Hey Neighbours!
Happy New Year and all the best for a fabulous summer break!
We at NZPS are back in action and ready to support you on your property journey. Message me for a free, no obligation 5 minute call about our listings, services, and real estate support services! Here's t a great year!
Beryl @ nzps . co . nz
021 239 0342

Free

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