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2357 days ago

What makes a great Kiwi bach or crib?

Reporter Homed

What makes a great Kiwi bach or crib? And do you have one? If so, we'd love to hear from you and see your slice of paradise. Please email caroline.botting@stuff.co.nz

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2357 days ago

Become a volunteer and create change in your community

Sarah Macdonald from Volunteering New Zealand

It's National Volunteer Week!

Volunteers create positive change on many fronts – human rights, faith communities, health, education, sports and recreation, social services, arts and culture, emergency services, the environment and conservation, animal welfare, and community support … View more
It's National Volunteer Week!

Volunteers create positive change on many fronts – human rights, faith communities, health, education, sports and recreation, social services, arts and culture, emergency services, the environment and conservation, animal welfare, and community support development – the list is endless.

If you're interested in volunteering please check out the link below to find out about the different ways you can volunteer:

nationalvolunteerweek.nz...

National Volunteer Week (17 - 23 June). The NVW 2018 theme: Volunteers, The Heart of our Community – By many, the work will be completed, Mā tini, mā mano, ka rapa te whai.


#NVW2018

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2368 days ago

Ball runner wanted!

Georgia Weaver Reporter from Southland Times

Hey parents, aunties and uncles and friends! Do you have a young family member or friend who would want to be a t-runner for the Highlanders vs French Barbarians rugby match being held in Invercargill? The Southland Times is giving away the chance for a youngster to run the ball onto the field at … View moreHey parents, aunties and uncles and friends! Do you have a young family member or friend who would want to be a t-runner for the Highlanders vs French Barbarians rugby match being held in Invercargill? The Southland Times is giving away the chance for a youngster to run the ball onto the field at the start of the game at Rugby Southland on June 22.


Runners need to be aged between 7 and 11 years and have a guardian with them to sit side-line with the Highlanders team for the game.

Comment below if you know of a child who would like the chance to do this and we will pick a winner on June 18.

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2357 days ago

How do you monitor your kids' internet use? Any tips you can share with other parents?

Reporter NewsLink

Menzies College principal Jerry Ward says kids are coming to school tired because they're up late on the internet

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2357 days ago

WATCH: Wearable arts extravaganza

Georgia Weaver Reporter from Southland Times

On Friday, fashion and art lovers gathered to see some creations made from materials such as soccer balls, paper towels and playing cards.

Read more: www.stuff.co.nz...

2360 days ago

Do you agree with a tourist levy?

Georgia Weaver Reporter from Southland Times

Tourists arriving in New Zealand could be charged up to $35 to enter the country under a Government proposed international visitor levy.

Do you think that's fair?

Read more: www.stuff.co.nz...

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2359 days ago

A chance to say thank you

Fire and Emergency New Zealand

Let’s hear it for the amazing Fire and Emergency volunteers who help keep our communities safe.

This National Volunteer Week, head to the LetsHearIt landing page on Neighbourly and share a few words about why you’re thankful for what our volunteers do to keep our communities safe. We’ll … View more
Let’s hear it for the amazing Fire and Emergency volunteers who help keep our communities safe.

This National Volunteer Week, head to the LetsHearIt landing page on Neighbourly and share a few words about why you’re thankful for what our volunteers do to keep our communities safe. We’ll make sure they hear your message loud and clear.

Knowing how much we value their sacrifices is part of what keeps Fire and Emergency New Zealand volunteers going. Thank you for letting them know how grateful you are for everything they do.
Share your message now

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2360 days ago

Do you know how to keep your home free from mould?

Georgia Weaver Reporter from Southland Times

An Invercargill mother moved her family out of her flat and the Invercargill City Council launched an investigation after black mould was found in her draughty home.

However, it is up to homeowners and tenants both have a responsibility to keep mould at bay during Invercargill's cold … View more
An Invercargill mother moved her family out of her flat and the Invercargill City Council launched an investigation after black mould was found in her draughty home.

However, it is up to homeowners and tenants both have a responsibility to keep mould at bay during Invercargill's cold winters because "it's a health issue," a real estate boss says.

Read more: www.stuff.co.nz...

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2359 days ago

How eco-friendly is your home and lifestyle?

Jo Haywood Reporter from Homed

As more and more of us try to do our bit for the environment, we'd love to hear what habits you've changed.

Have you gone off-grid? Found a way to create an environmentally home? Maybe you've given something up or swapped it for a greener alternative...? … View more
As more and more of us try to do our bit for the environment, we'd love to hear what habits you've changed.

Have you gone off-grid? Found a way to create an environmentally home? Maybe you've given something up or swapped it for a greener alternative...? Click here to share your eco tips, tricks and experiences and we'll publish a selection of the best.

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2359 days ago

Poll: Should international visitors be charged a levy?

Georgia Reporter from Stuff

Tourists arriving in New Zealand may soon have to pay to enter the country under a Government proposed international visitor levy.

The proposal would impact international visitors entering New Zealand for 12 months or less and would be at a rate between $25 to $35.

Do you think international… View more
Tourists arriving in New Zealand may soon have to pay to enter the country under a Government proposed international visitor levy.

The proposal would impact international visitors entering New Zealand for 12 months or less and would be at a rate between $25 to $35.

Do you think international visitors should be charged a levy to enter New Zealand?

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Should international visitors be charged a levy?
  • 77.3% Yes
    77.3% Complete
  • 22.7% No
    22.7% Complete
2415 votes
2360 days ago

Are you doing great work in the community?

The Warehouse New Zealand

Does your community group help families and young people in your local area and need of more funds to support the great work you do? Your local The Warehouse store is now calling for applications to become a partner for our Customer Choice ‘Bags for good’ Programme. In the last financial year … View moreDoes your community group help families and young people in your local area and need of more funds to support the great work you do? Your local The Warehouse store is now calling for applications to become a partner for our Customer Choice ‘Bags for good’ Programme. In the last financial year over $529,000 was raised for 279 community partners across NZ. Curious? For more information or begin the application click here.

Applications close on the 23rd of June.
Apply now

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2364 days ago

Plan change for dark skies sanctuary

Georgia Weaver Reporter from Southland Times

The Stewart Island community and Southland District Council have a few legal hoops to jump through before the island can become an International Dark Sky Sanctuary.

Light pollution is a risk for why they might now be able to become a sanctury.

Read more: www.stuff.co.nz...

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