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2959 days ago

Watch a video of the last Otapiri Dance

Reporter The Eye

As the last notes of the Emmerdale Waltz rang out in the St Stephens Church Hall, the air was tinged with a sadness.
After 42 years the Otapiri Dance has come to an end.
WATCH VIDEO: www.stuff.co.nz...

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2960 days ago

Poll: How fast can you eat a Greedy Bastard burger?

Reporter The Eye

Southern Pro-Wrestlers Powerhouse T Rex (Troy Crosbie) and The Hammer (Simon Kairau) Southland Sharks Commentator Kayne "Big Daddy" Johnson, Radio Southland's Kim Diack and two members of the public, Steve Turton and Terry Kennard were not afraid to get messy in a burger eating … View moreSouthern Pro-Wrestlers Powerhouse T Rex (Troy Crosbie) and The Hammer (Simon Kairau) Southland Sharks Commentator Kayne "Big Daddy" Johnson, Radio Southland's Kim Diack and two members of the public, Steve Turton and Terry Kennard were not afraid to get messy in a burger eating contest at Burger Fuel on Saturday.
READ MORE: www.stuff.co.nz...

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How fast can you eat a Greedy Bastard burger?
  • 16.7% I think I could do better than The Hammer - Less than 2.40 minutes
    16.7% Complete
  • 0% Less than 3 minutes
    0% Complete
  • 8.3% Less than 5 minutes
    8.3% Complete
  • 75% Why rush - I will take as long as I like
    75% Complete
12 votes
2961 days ago

Poll: Do you think books becoming a thing of the past?

Reporter The Eye

A Southlander has donated thousands of books to raise money for the Invercargill Women's Refuge.
The books will be sold at a three-day book sale at the Masonic Hall in Invercargill at Labour Weekend.
READ MORE: www.stuff.co.nz...

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Do you think books becoming a thing of the past?
  • 8.8% Yes - everything is online now, we have no need for paperbacks
    8.8% Complete
  • 50% No - I love books, they will never go out of style
    50% Complete
  • 41.2% They will always have a place, but they are not as popular as they once were
    41.2% Complete
34 votes
2961 days ago

Find out what's on in Southland this Labour Weekend

Reporter The Eye

Fifty years of history will be celebrated at Glengarry this weekend.
Hundreds of people from throughout New Zealand are expected to travel to Southland this Labour Weekend to take part in Glengarry's 50th reunion celebrations.
Read more to find out what other events are on: … View more
Fifty years of history will be celebrated at Glengarry this weekend.
Hundreds of people from throughout New Zealand are expected to travel to Southland this Labour Weekend to take part in Glengarry's 50th reunion celebrations.
Read more to find out what other events are on: www.stuff.co.nz...

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2961 days ago

In this week's edition of The Eye

Reporter The Eye

For stories from 'Messing with the competition' to 'Blood, sweat and clipboards', check out this week's edition. youtu.be...

2961 days ago

Poll: Do you enjoy pro-wrestling?

Reporter The Eye

I am not a big fan of any sports that intentionally injure someone.
Boxing and any kind of combat sports are not my thing, I mean I get nervous when I watch a group of children play bull rush.
It is a combination of things I don't enjoy: blood, pain, humiliation and the brutality.
READ … View more
I am not a big fan of any sports that intentionally injure someone.
Boxing and any kind of combat sports are not my thing, I mean I get nervous when I watch a group of children play bull rush.
It is a combination of things I don't enjoy: blood, pain, humiliation and the brutality.
READ MORE: www.stuff.co.nz...

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Do you enjoy pro-wrestling?
  • 0% I think it is great
    0% Complete
  • 88.9% Not my thing
    88.9% Complete
  • 11.1% It's not something I would ordinarily be interested in but I would give it a cha
    11.1% Complete
18 votes
2961 days ago

What are our most precious attractions in the south?

Nicole Johnstone Reporter from Southland Times

The SoRDS tourism strategy will include ways to get better value from what's already precious about southern attractions.
What are our most precious attractions?

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

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2963 days ago

Poll: Are schools near your home a good choice? #pulseoftheneighbourhood

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

In this week's Pulse of the Neighbourhood Survey we're asking about the schools near you. Would you be happy to send your kids to your local - or would you rather send them somewhere else? Vote below!

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Are schools near your home a good choice? #pulseoftheneighbourhood
  • 66.6% Yes - I have great schools nearby
    66.6% Complete
  • 8.8% They're okay
    8.8% Complete
  • 15.1% No - I would rather send my children to another school
    15.1% Complete
  • 9.5% I don't know / not relevant to me
    9.5% Complete
1447 votes
2963 days ago

Avoid hidden surprises...

The Team from Jennian Homes Southland

So, you picked a builder…Yay! But...then you find out they’ve got a dodgy track record. OH NO!

Avoid ‘OH NO’ moments...by heading along to a free New Home Builders Info Session with us - your local Jennian team!.

We'll be happy to help you learn more about the hidden costs of … View more
So, you picked a builder…Yay! But...then you find out they’ve got a dodgy track record. OH NO!

Avoid ‘OH NO’ moments...by heading along to a free New Home Builders Info Session with us - your local Jennian team!.

We'll be happy to help you learn more about the hidden costs of building and how to avoid surprises by designing a home, customised for you, to work within your true budget. Find out more.
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2963 days ago

Market/ Garage Sale

Jolene from North Invercargill

If you have some items that you want to get rid of, there is a market/ garage sale happening at St Stephens Church on 19th November, see photo for details on how to book your table :)

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2964 days ago

What if you can't get home?

The Team from Ministry of Civil Defence & Emergency Management

If you can’t take your normal route home, how will you get there? Who will you go with? Where will you meet up if your street is a no-go zone? Do your neighbours need help? Go to www.happens.nz... and make a plan today.

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2964 days ago

Why are SBS Bank’s rates so good?

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If you’re buying a new house or refinancing your mortgage, contact us on 0800 SBS BANK today or you can apply online at SBS Bank. T&Cs apply.
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2964 days ago

Have you followed the Southland Stags this season?

Nicole Johnstone Reporter from Southland Times

The Southland Stags have plenty to ponder as their season ends. Have you been following their season?

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

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2965 days ago

What do you like about south Invercargill?

Reporter The Eye

The redevelopment in south Invercargill is the best community-lead project in the world, and it's being used as a case study in other countries, an urban regeneration expert says.
In thirty years on the job, Peter Kenyon has never encountered a more successful community transformation than … View more
The redevelopment in south Invercargill is the best community-lead project in the world, and it's being used as a case study in other countries, an urban regeneration expert says.
In thirty years on the job, Peter Kenyon has never encountered a more successful community transformation than south Invercargill.
The international urban regeneration and development facilitator visited the city in 2011 to help launch the South Alive urban rejuvenation project.
READ MORE: www.stuff.co.nz...

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2966 days ago

Poll: Do you think homelessness is a problem in Southland?

Reporter The Eye

Chanelle Hammond battled the elements in a cardboard box on Friday night.
The 17-year-old was one of about 40 Southlanders who took park in the charity event 14 Hours Homeless at a Salvation Army building on Victoria Avenue in Invercargill.
The nationwide event encouraged people to sleep rough … View more
Chanelle Hammond battled the elements in a cardboard box on Friday night.
The 17-year-old was one of about 40 Southlanders who took park in the charity event 14 Hours Homeless at a Salvation Army building on Victoria Avenue in Invercargill.
The nationwide event encouraged people to sleep rough to raise money and awareness for the homeless in New Zealand.
READ MORE: www.stuff.co.nz...

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Do you think homelessness is a problem in Southland?
  • 41.9% Yes and it needs to be addressed
    41.9% Complete
  • 32.3% No it is better then other places in New Zealand
    32.3% Complete
  • 25.8% I don't know
    25.8% Complete
31 votes
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