East Invercargill, Invercargill

1520 days ago

Get Saving!

NumberWorks'nWords Invercargill

We thought this was amazing. What a great way to teach your children the value of saving and getting them to add up the money is a fun way to do some maths. You could try using different bottles and different coins here in NZ.

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1520 days ago

Mass recall of popular reusable coffee cups

Neighbourly.co.nz

Reusable coffee cup manufacturer Biopak has issued a recall for some products, due to the possibility of part of the cup detaching when liquid is present.

The Ministry of Business, Innovation & Employment (MBIE) issued the recall on September 30, advising people to stop using it immediately … View more
Reusable coffee cup manufacturer Biopak has issued a recall for some products, due to the possibility of part of the cup detaching when liquid is present.

The Ministry of Business, Innovation & Employment (MBIE) issued the recall on September 30, advising people to stop using it immediately as a user could be burnt or scalded.

What you need to know:

- Contact Biopak or ring 0800 246 725 to get a refund on faulty items.

- The products were sold from January 2013 to September 2020

- All resuable coffee cups (8oz, 12oz, 16oz) in plain green or white should be
returned to Biopak.

- Those with custom names “SexieCoffie”, “Columbit”, “Echo”, “Hedland”, “Crop to Cup” or “Home Grain”. Should be returned immediately.

To find out more about this recall, see the government recall website.

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1520 days ago

Invercargills New Night Bakery!

Tumara from Central-West Invercargill

Good Morning Southlanders! Who loves free churros??? If you didn't know - we are opening up a new night bakery, Bekaras, right here in Invercargill! And we launch tomorrow night down at South City Mall.
We are so excited and are relying are on the Invercargill community to come along to check… View more
Good Morning Southlanders! Who loves free churros??? If you didn't know - we are opening up a new night bakery, Bekaras, right here in Invercargill! And we launch tomorrow night down at South City Mall.
We are so excited and are relying are on the Invercargill community to come along to check us out!
We are running a family friendly night with games for the kids, and our base menu to delight and entice you. Also FREE churros from 6pm - 8pm on Friday Night.
*Deliveries will start on 3rd October*
*Lunchbox Menu to start on 5th October*
We are also looking at free delivery for night shift workers who have their lunchbreak between 6pm-12am; email info@bekaras.co.nz
We thank you so much for any and all support! #weloveinvercargill
www.Bekaras.co.nz...

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1521 days ago

Win a Vegepod worth over $500.

Reporter Sunday Star Times

Until the 11th of October, purchase a regional newspaper or the Sunday Star-Times, find the daily code and go into win 1 of 100 medium vegepod and trolley stands. Find out more

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1521 days ago

Snow across the region is causing problems for some

Georgia Weaver Reporter from Southland Times

Hi Neighbours,

There have been power outages and road closures throughout the region.

How are things looking at your place?

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1522 days ago

Quiz Night

Storm from South Invercargill & Bluff

As part of our Southland Writers & Readers Festival we're having a family-friendly Quiz Night and it's free to attend.
Get together your team of 4 - 6. Dress up as your favourite book character (optional) and attempt to answer the questions in our book-themed quiz. Questions for … View more
As part of our Southland Writers & Readers Festival we're having a family-friendly Quiz Night and it's free to attend.
Get together your team of 4 - 6. Dress up as your favourite book character (optional) and attempt to answer the questions in our book-themed quiz. Questions for readers of all ages.
Great prizes to be won and lots of fun to be had.
7 pm on Friday 16th October at 28 Don Street.
Email dandavin@xtra.co.nz to register your team.

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1523 days ago

Holidays are here!

NumberWorks'nWords Invercargill

We know that our team here at NumberWorks'nWords are looking forward to recharging the batteries over the holidays while preparing for more fun with maths and English in Term 4.
We hope you all have a great break, and have the chance to relax and have some fun with your families!

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1523 days ago

Get inspired with the Southland Home Show!

Resene

The Southland Home Show is on from 3-4 October at ILT Stadium. A visit to the show can help you make qualified decisions, everything to make your house into a home.

Come and see the Resene team on the Resene stand for the latest colour and wallpaper ideas and inspiration. We look forward to … View more
The Southland Home Show is on from 3-4 October at ILT Stadium. A visit to the show can help you make qualified decisions, everything to make your house into a home.

Come and see the Resene team on the Resene stand for the latest colour and wallpaper ideas and inspiration. We look forward to seeing you there!
Visit the show!

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1527 days ago

Why 2021 will be the year of the long weekend

The Team Reporter from Stuff

Hey neighbours,

Good news – 2021 is set to be the year of the long weekend.

Five out of 10 public holidays will be Mondayised (or Tuesdayised in one case) next year, which means if you work a standard Monday to Friday week, you can look forward to some extended breaks.

In fact, once … View more
Hey neighbours,

Good news – 2021 is set to be the year of the long weekend.

Five out of 10 public holidays will be Mondayised (or Tuesdayised in one case) next year, which means if you work a standard Monday to Friday week, you can look forward to some extended breaks.

In fact, once you’ve tacked on the weekends, you’ll end up getting a whopping 25 days off out of those 10 stat days, plus your region’s anniversary day.

To find out how to get the most out of your annual leave next year, click here.

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1525 days ago

What's it like living at Cargill Lifecare?

Daniel from Cargill Lifecare & Village

We have a range of services and activities at Cargill Lifecare & Village, suitable for residents at all different stages. Our trained staff are always there to help and encourage residents and make sure they feel safe and comfortable. Also ensuring there are suitable health and wellbeing … View moreWe have a range of services and activities at Cargill Lifecare & Village, suitable for residents at all different stages. Our trained staff are always there to help and encourage residents and make sure they feel safe and comfortable. Also ensuring there are suitable health and wellbeing services available for residents at our Care Home & Village.

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1525 days ago

New Season Stock out now!

The Team from Red Cross Shop Invercargill

Hi Neighbours,
Spring is here! Head down to your nearest Red Cross Shop and check out our new season stock!
We can't wait to see you!

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1525 days ago

Do you get our free gardening ezine?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

In this week’s issue we say avocados are the fruit we all long to grow. It’s time to plant salad greens in containers, inspire junior gardeners, turn lawns into new garden beds and repot and feed hippeastrums.

We list 10 trees to plant to attract birds to your garden for shelter and a … View more
In this week’s issue we say avocados are the fruit we all long to grow. It’s time to plant salad greens in containers, inspire junior gardeners, turn lawns into new garden beds and repot and feed hippeastrums.

We list 10 trees to plant to attract birds to your garden for shelter and a year-round food supply. Plus go in the draw for fertiliser and soil enhancer from Fodda and there’s another chance to win Mr Fothergill’s ultimate garden pack.

Delivered every Friday to your email inbox, Get Growing digital magazine offers seasonal gardening advice from the NZ Gardener magazine's team of experts. Each week we answer all your burning questions on raising fruit and veges and tell you the top tasks to do in your backyard this weekend. Subscribe here:

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1526 days ago

What is double glazing?

RetroFit Double Glazing - Southland

What is double glazing? We’ve put together some information that might help you with your research if you're considering getting retrofit double glazing click here to read. If you’re interested, we offer a free no obligation quote click here or call us on 0800 658 658.

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1526 days ago

Paint a hat box

The Team from Resene ColorShop Invercargill

Turn a cardboard lidded hat box into a stylish piece of home décor using Resene testpots, with a tribal twist.

When painting with a tribal theme, throw perfection out the window and embrace crooked lines, texture, and less than perfect paint techniques to get a more organic result.

Make the most… View more
Turn a cardboard lidded hat box into a stylish piece of home décor using Resene testpots, with a tribal twist.

When painting with a tribal theme, throw perfection out the window and embrace crooked lines, texture, and less than perfect paint techniques to get a more organic result.

Make the most of this weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene. Find out how to create your own

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1527 days ago

Happy New Zealand Sign Language Week!

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

NZ Sign Language is unique to our country and is one of New Zealand's three official languages, so those are some great reasons to celebrate it!
Check out the Neighbourly team trying their hand at simple greetings that you could sign in your neighbourhood.

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