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748 days ago

Matariki

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Happy Matariki 2022!

It's a time to celebrate new life, to remember those who’ve passed, and to plan for the future. Matariki is a time to spend with whānau and friends – to enjoy kai (food), waiata (song), tākaro (games), and haka.

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749 days ago

Did you look to the night sky on Sunday?

Georgia Weaver Reporter from Southland Times

If you noticed something odd in the night sky on Sunday, you weren't alone.
People all over the country saw a bizarre spiral illuminating the night sky and wondered if extra terrestrials were on their way to earth.
The explanation was much more simple. Read more in the link below.

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752 days ago

Dan Davin Literary Awards 2022

Anne Rainbow from Dan Davin Literary Foundation

Dan Davin Literary Foundation
Supporting and Promoting Creative Writing in Southland
PO Box 29 Invercargill
Email: dandavin@xtra.co.nz

June 2022

Hello, All Writers/Potential Writers
Dan Davin Literary Awards … View more
Dan Davin Literary Foundation
Supporting and Promoting Creative Writing in Southland
PO Box 29 Invercargill
Email: dandavin@xtra.co.nz

June 2022

Hello, All Writers/Potential Writers
Dan Davin Literary Awards Competition 2022
A ‘Heads Up’ for the Dan Davin Literary Awards Competition.

This year, for all Students it will be, Creative Writing of Your Choice
Adults your choice this year is Poetry.

You have plenty of time at this stage to put “pen to paper”, to have your entry in by Friday 29th July 2022

Conditions of Entry and Register to enter Please go to Website: www.dandavin.org.nz...
Then email your entry as a Word Document to dandavin1913@gmail.com

Look forward to receiving all your entries.


Administration
Dan Davin Literary Foundation
email: dandavin@xtra.co.nz
website: www.dandavin.org.nz...
Proudly Supported By: Invercargill Licensing Trust, Community Trust Southland, Invercargill City Libraries & Archives

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752 days ago

Paige's Career Navigator Story✨

The Team from

"Looking back, I am so grateful for the opportunity that was given to me by the Graeme Dingle Foundation. With the help of my mentor and the Staff at my High School, my eyes have been opened to bigger things in life, and I have gained so much. Things you never thought possible can happen if … View more"Looking back, I am so grateful for the opportunity that was given to me by the Graeme Dingle Foundation. With the help of my mentor and the Staff at my High School, my eyes have been opened to bigger things in life, and I have gained so much. Things you never thought possible can happen if you take advantage of the help that people extend to you.”

Help rangatahi like Paige by becoming a youth mentor today!

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752 days ago
752 days ago

Healthy, warm, sustainable home living

The Warehouse

What to do for a warm home when the frost of winter and the cost of living are both on the rise? Click on over or come see us at The Warehouse.

You don’t need to spend big to create a healthy home, and you can start with good curtains. Open them during the day to let the warmth in, then close … View more
What to do for a warm home when the frost of winter and the cost of living are both on the rise? Click on over or come see us at The Warehouse.

You don’t need to spend big to create a healthy home, and you can start with good curtains. Open them during the day to let the warmth in, then close them at night to keep cold air out. A low-cost heater will keep your air warm at night while you snuggle under blankets and flannelette sheets.

Keep your whānau cosy this winter with us.
Find out more

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754 days ago

The under-30s dominating the business world

Georgia Weaver Reporter from Southland Times

More and more young people, fuelled by a desire to change the world around them, are entering the business world before the age of 30.

Young Enterprise Scheme chief executive Terry Shubkin says a growth in support available for those aged between 18 and 30 in the “past few years” has been … View more
More and more young people, fuelled by a desire to change the world around them, are entering the business world before the age of 30.

Young Enterprise Scheme chief executive Terry Shubkin says a growth in support available for those aged between 18 and 30 in the “past few years” has been encouraging young people to stay in the business ecosystem longer.

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754 days ago

World Elder Abuse Awareness Day

Office for Seniors

Most elder abuse is hidden in plain sight. Abusers are often someone close – a family member, a caregiver, someone trusted. If you’re concerned about how someone is being treated, it’s OK to get help. #ItsOKtoHelp #WEAAD

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754 days ago

Paint it Green with Resene

Resene

This June help the New Zealand Trees That Count programme! Simply visit your local Resene ColorShop, choose your favourite green testpots and for each one you buy Resene will donate $1 to the New Zealand Trees That Count programme.

Offer applies to all Resene green 60mL testpots (excludes … View more
This June help the New Zealand Trees That Count programme! Simply visit your local Resene ColorShop, choose your favourite green testpots and for each one you buy Resene will donate $1 to the New Zealand Trees That Count programme.

Offer applies to all Resene green 60mL testpots (excludes metallic and wood stains) purchased by retail customers between 1-30 June 2022 at Resene owned ColorShops.

Trees That Count runs the country’s only marketplace which provides a place for anyone to fund or gift native trees. For more information on Trees That Count, visit www.treesthatcount.co.nz...
Find your local Resene ColorShop

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754 days ago

We’re here to connect the dots!

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Do you ever walk past a business affected by Covid and wonder what you could do to help? We created Short Notice to link community members with spare time on their hands to surrounding businesses in need.

Whether you have a week, a day or an hour to volunteer, head to the … View more
Do you ever walk past a business affected by Covid and wonder what you could do to help? We created Short Notice to link community members with spare time on their hands to surrounding businesses in need.

Whether you have a week, a day or an hour to volunteer, head to the Short Notice community hub to introduce yourself and share how you can lend a hand.

If you're a business owner sign up for a FREE Premium Business listing to get access to Short Notice and let your community know what help you need.

Together, let's help keep our small businesses thriving!
Find out more

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755 days ago
756 days ago

Career Navigator 🧡

The Team from

Career Navigator aims to provide rangatahi with work-ready skills and confidence to transition successfully into higher education and/or employment 💼

Young people gain real world experience in fields they are interested in and an idea of what their future career path may look like.

Find … View more
Career Navigator aims to provide rangatahi with work-ready skills and confidence to transition successfully into higher education and/or employment 💼

Young people gain real world experience in fields they are interested in and an idea of what their future career path may look like.

Find out more on our website.

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756 days ago

NZ’s sweetest spots to live revealed

Sweet Spots

Ever wondered where the sweetest places to live in Aotearoa are?

Stuff’s Homed team has done some serious data crunching to crown the seven best spots for 2022.

Congratulations to Berhampore, Wellington which took out the overall sweetest spot! You can check out the full list of winning … View more
Ever wondered where the sweetest places to live in Aotearoa are?

Stuff’s Homed team has done some serious data crunching to crown the seven best spots for 2022.

Congratulations to Berhampore, Wellington which took out the overall sweetest spot! You can check out the full list of winning suburbs in the Sweet Spots section on Stuff.

There’s also an interactive tool that you can tinker with to find your perfect place, based on the criteria that matter to you. Who knows, you might be inspired to make a change.
Find out more

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758 days ago

Get Upcycling and win in 2022!

Resene

Unleash the artist within you, showcase your DIY creative skills and spruce up an old item or completely repurpose it! Resene and Neighbourly are challenging everyday Kiwis like YOU to take part in the Resene Upcycling Awards.

We want to see your amazing creations so don't be afraid to go … View more
Unleash the artist within you, showcase your DIY creative skills and spruce up an old item or completely repurpose it! Resene and Neighbourly are challenging everyday Kiwis like YOU to take part in the Resene Upcycling Awards.

We want to see your amazing creations so don't be afraid to go all out! Check out some of the previous entires here.

Take part in the 2022 Resene Upcycling Awards. There are four great prizes worth $500 up for grabs: a $200 Resene voucher and a $300 Prezzy® card!
Find out more

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758 days ago

Your base weekly fee is fixed

Retirement is an exciting time, filled with possibilities. Our fixed fee guarantee is one of the ways we provide financial certainty. Ryman residents love it as it helps them reduce rising living costs and surprise expenses.

Enjoy the quality amenities at every Ryman village and splurge a little… View more
Retirement is an exciting time, filled with possibilities. Our fixed fee guarantee is one of the ways we provide financial certainty. Ryman residents love it as it helps them reduce rising living costs and surprise expenses.

Enjoy the quality amenities at every Ryman village and splurge a little on yourself if you feel like it! Take up that hobby you’ve dreamed of or plan a holiday somewhere warm.

It’s easy to live life your way when you have freedom to do the things you enjoy. It’s another example of how we’re pioneering retirement living.
Learn more

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