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Wondering about something in your neighbourhood?

Wondering about something in your neighbourhood?

Whether it's a new building going up or a strange noise you keep hearing, ask your neighbours here.

1657 days ago

Big changes to electorates

Georgia Weaver Reporter from Southland Times

The Southland electorate has a remarkable new look which now includes Alexandra and Clyde.
Changes made by The Electorate Representation Commission means the former Clutha-Southland electorate is now just called Southland.

Do you think this is a good move?

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1658 days ago

Property prices in Southland continue to grow

Georgia Weaver Reporter from Southland Times

House prices in Southland have shot up again, but sales have dropped dramatically from the same time last year.

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1658 days ago

Grab yourself a cuppa...

Toastmasters

Director-General of Health, Ashley Bloomfield’s strong presence fronting updates about the COVID-19 pandemic, is an example of the importance of being able to command an audience, be an effective communicator, and speak with confidence.

Using self-paced learning, Toastmasters undertake an … View more
Director-General of Health, Ashley Bloomfield’s strong presence fronting updates about the COVID-19 pandemic, is an example of the importance of being able to command an audience, be an effective communicator, and speak with confidence.

Using self-paced learning, Toastmasters undertake an educational programme that promotes these competencies, and also teaches effective listening, thinking on your feet, leadership skills, and giving and receiving constructive feedback.

Amid lockdown, many of New Zealand’s Toastmasters clubs have transitioned to holding their regular meetings online to allow the continuation of personal and professional development while providing social interaction.

To find a meeting near you, visit http://www.toastmasters.org.nz/find_your_voice
Learn more

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1660 days ago

How are your pets handling lockdown? Share your photos below!

Neighbourly.co.nz

This is Lulu from Mount Eden in Auckland, who has gone from having almost no-one home at the same time to having seven flatmates home almost all the time and this is how she feels about it...

Who are your bubble pets? Share your photos of your pets in the comments below - whether it’s helping … View more
This is Lulu from Mount Eden in Auckland, who has gone from having almost no-one home at the same time to having seven flatmates home almost all the time and this is how she feels about it...

Who are your bubble pets? Share your photos of your pets in the comments below - whether it’s helping you work from home, on a local neighbourhood walk getting some exercise, or any cute, fun, and funny photos!

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1664 days ago

SuperSeniors COVID-19 special edition Newsletter

Office for Seniors

Hi Neighbours!

The Office for Seniors is working hard to keep you informed throughout the COVID-19 pandemic.

Our most recent COVID-19 special edition Newsletter includes phone numbers for all regional civil defence teams, they can help you if you are struggling to access your supermarket … View more
Hi Neighbours!

The Office for Seniors is working hard to keep you informed throughout the COVID-19 pandemic.

Our most recent COVID-19 special edition Newsletter includes phone numbers for all regional civil defence teams, they can help you if you are struggling to access your supermarket essentials.

It also includes details on COVID-19 related scams and what to look out for to stay safe.

Read the newsletter here: bit.ly...

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1661 days ago

NCEA help

Cara from North Invercargill

Just a heads up...that studyit has been opened up by the Ministry of Education to support NCEA Levels 1, 2 and 3 students over the next few months. Mentors are available to support students with questions that they may have. See:studyit.govt.nz

1661 days ago

Don’t flush wipes, keep workers safe.

Ministry For The Environment

You might be using more wet wipes to keep your home clean, but it’s very important not to flush them afterwards.

They block up the pipes, which then need fixing immediately. When workers have to leave home to fix blocked pipes, they’re at risk of COVID-19. That puts everyone else in their … View more
You might be using more wet wipes to keep your home clean, but it’s very important not to flush them afterwards.

They block up the pipes, which then need fixing immediately. When workers have to leave home to fix blocked pipes, they’re at risk of COVID-19. That puts everyone else in their bubble at risk as well.

Do your bit for workers and their whānau, and put your wet wipes in the bin.
Find out more

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1662 days ago

NumberWorks'nWords are Online

NumberWorks'nWords Invercargill

We are now online!

With most of us staying home at the moment, we have adapted our tutoring to be online! Our lessons are taken over zoom with our awesome tutors and are already a great success!

We are taking enrolments for Term 2 now. To find out more about our lessons please call.

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1663 days ago

Tune In To Your Neighbourhood

Neighbourly.co.nz

Hi there Neighbours!

With numerous gigs, concerts and festivals postponed or cancelled as a result of the level 4 response, we want you to dance the lockdown away with the new Neighbourly Spotify Playlist! Make your suggestions in the comments below - recommend anything you like on there, as … View more
Hi there Neighbours!

With numerous gigs, concerts and festivals postponed or cancelled as a result of the level 4 response, we want you to dance the lockdown away with the new Neighbourly Spotify Playlist! Make your suggestions in the comments below - recommend anything you like on there, as well as tunes you think your Neighbours will enjoy. Chuck in some taste-breakers, one-hit wonders or some good old Kiwi classics - it really doesn’t matter. So if you’re running out of ideas on things to do, why not a dance party?

Just remember: keep it PG, refrain from putting any songs in the mix that may cause offence to your Neighbours. You can find the playlist here.

Happy raving NZ!
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1662 days ago

Thank you to the unsung heroes in our community.

The Staff from Avenal Park Funeral Home

We at Avenal Park Funeral Home, acknowledge carers (who visit homes and care for those who are sick, elderly or disabled), cleaners, farmers, truck and passenger drivers, store attendants, workers who maintain our power lines and collect our rubbish, businesses who have supported essential … View moreWe at Avenal Park Funeral Home, acknowledge carers (who visit homes and care for those who are sick, elderly or disabled), cleaners, farmers, truck and passenger drivers, store attendants, workers who maintain our power lines and collect our rubbish, businesses who have supported essential services, those who have managed to work at home in their own bubble, and volunteers (who have made a difference in other people’s lives). And we thank everyone who has stayed at home to protect themselves and others.

The world as we know it has changed, but we are proud to be in a country that has shown kindness, respect and a willingness to work together – thank you.

Kia kaha from the staff at Avenal Park Funeral Home.
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1663 days ago

Injury. Surgery. Rehab. Setbacks.

Nicole Johnstone Reporter from Southland Times

One of the most exciting talents in New Zealand track cycling has been doing it tough since winning two medals at the Commonwealth Games on the Gold Coast in 2018.

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1663 days ago

What have you learnt from lockdown?

Nicole Johnstone Reporter from Southland Times

We are looking for some Southlanders to share what you are grateful for in lockdown, what you've learnt, and what level 4 has taught you. What springs to mind?

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1663 days ago

Southland after lockdown

Georgia Weaver Reporter from Southland Times

Our Visual Journalist Kavinda Herath shows how much quieter Southland has become since the country went into lockdown.

1663 days ago

Hospice doctor likens preparing for Covid-19 to preparing for a tornado

Georgia Weaver Reporter from Southland Times

Dr Amanda Sommerfeldt​ hails from the American-midwest, so she likens the planning she's done for the coronavirus pandemic to preparing for tornado season.

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