Rural Southland, Invercargill

Got a question about your lawn or backyard?

Got a question about your lawn or backyard?

Ask a Crewcut Lawn & Garden expert (and an ex-Black Caps coach!) now. Head here.

2289 days ago

Win with Stuff Pix

Stuff Pix

Win 1 of 10 Stuff Pix vouchers to watch Avengers: Infinity War, simply by liking this post! Watch a dizzying array of Marvel cinematic universe heroes in the fight against their gravest threat yet, the result is thrilling.

You can rent Avengers: Infinity War on Stuff Pix today
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2289 days ago

Splash out this winter with some COLOUR

Resene

Just because it's cold outside, doesn't mean you have to stay blue! Your local Resene store is offering TWO Resene Cardholder offers for a limited time only.

1) Buy one Resene 60-80ml testpot, get one FREE.
2) And, get 25% off the normal price of Resene premium paints, sealers, … View more
Just because it's cold outside, doesn't mean you have to stay blue! Your local Resene store is offering TWO Resene Cardholder offers for a limited time only.

1) Buy one Resene 60-80ml testpot, get one FREE.
2) And, get 25% off the normal price of Resene premium paints, sealers, primers and wood stains 10L.

If you don’t have a Resene DIY card, sign up for your free card at your local Resene ColorShop or on the right here.
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These paint offers are available until 10 September 2018. www.resene.co.nz/promo Find out more.
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2290 days ago

Want a FREE Stags Season Pass?

SBS Bank

Open an SBS Bank account for your child and they’ll receive a FREE kids season pass to all five Southland Stags home rugby games! Simply pop into your nearest SBS Bank branch in either Invercargill, Windsor or Gore to open an account.

T&Cs apply.
Find out more

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2291 days ago

Vote for us

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Exciting news! Our gorgeous bee-friendly September 2017 issue is up for Best Cover in the Magshop People's Choice Award 2018. We need your votes to come out on top! Click through the link to vote for us, and put yourself in the draw to win a De’longhi PrimaDonna coffee machine valued at … View moreExciting news! Our gorgeous bee-friendly September 2017 issue is up for Best Cover in the Magshop People's Choice Award 2018. We need your votes to come out on top! Click through the link to vote for us, and put yourself in the draw to win a De’longhi PrimaDonna coffee machine valued at $2,499.99, and two De’longhi Distinta Flair Breakfast packages valued at $419.98.

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2291 days ago

Share your green tips to WIN!

Countdown

Got any great ways we can all help the environment? Any green tips, tricks or habits that others might not know about? Check out our page to see all the amazing entries we have received so far! Share your own and you could win one of 10 Countdown gift cards, worth $100 each! It’s all part of our … View moreGot any great ways we can all help the environment? Any green tips, tricks or habits that others might not know about? Check out our page to see all the amazing entries we have received so far! Share your own and you could win one of 10 Countdown gift cards, worth $100 each! It’s all part of our commitment to helping our environment thrive. Share tips now

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2292 days ago

Does your property meet upcoming legislative requirements?

Project Quality Solutions (PQS)

Hi neighbours, landlords, property managers, advocacy groups and tenants. With 18 years of experience in the New Zealand property industry, few are better placed than PQS to offer market leading advice, providing transparent outcomes for both renters and landlords.

Safe and Healthy Homes
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Hi neighbours, landlords, property managers, advocacy groups and tenants. With 18 years of experience in the New Zealand property industry, few are better placed than PQS to offer market leading advice, providing transparent outcomes for both renters and landlords.

Safe and Healthy Homes
Call PQS to check if your rental property is healthy, safe and secure and meets all current and upcoming legislative requirements.

Property Condition Assessments
Talk to PQS about a tailor-made software solution that has the flexibility to adapt to the constantly changing nature of property assessments, solving business problems with the smarter use of technology.

If you're a landlord, property manager, advocacy group or tenant - call us for help with all of your property needs. Let us find the right solution for you.

Phone PQS now on 09 271 6026 or visit the PQS website.
Learn more

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2296 days ago

Looking for wild garlic!

Maria from Central-West Invercargill

Does anyone know where to find wild garlic or its seeds? (Allium ursinum) I want to plant some in my garden, but I can't find a single retailer who sells them in NZ! Closest I can find are Lithuania and US (and I'm not sure if seeds would even be allowed through biosecurity at the … View moreDoes anyone know where to find wild garlic or its seeds? (Allium ursinum) I want to plant some in my garden, but I can't find a single retailer who sells them in NZ! Closest I can find are Lithuania and US (and I'm not sure if seeds would even be allowed through biosecurity at the border).

Wild garlic is an AWESOME salad plant. It comes up early in spring, way before other leafy greens, and makes for healthy, tasty smoothies, salads and pestos. It's the salad of my childhood, but now it's apparently considered a weed in NZ (!?) so there's nowhere I can buy the plants and I can't even find seeds for growing it in my garden.

Or do you maybe know where it grows naturally around Invercargill area? I could harvest some bulbs, bring them into my planter box and let them seed next year.

It's just the best, the tastiest salad plant!

With many thanks,
Maria

PS. And just to make sure no-one gets confused about this: I am looking for wild GARLIC (Allium ursinum), not wild onion!

2293 days ago

Landscaping/garden rocks..

Sonja from Central-West Invercargill

Hi Neighbours

Does anyone have or know where to find some rocks like the ones I have pictured? I will come and collect if anyone has any they are wanting rid of..
Thanks in advance.. Hope your all enjoying our amazing weather. 😎

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2293 days ago

Make a real difference in Vietnam

Habitat for Humanity New Zealand

Only 2 weeks left to secure your place for the opportunity of a lifetime! Join James and a team of Kiwis working alongside many others from around the world to help a family into a decent, safe home.

It costs $5,550, and this covers your flights, accommodation, food, and helping with building … View more
Only 2 weeks left to secure your place for the opportunity of a lifetime! Join James and a team of Kiwis working alongside many others from around the world to help a family into a decent, safe home.

It costs $5,550, and this covers your flights, accommodation, food, and helping with building the homes.

Join today! To Register your interest click here or call us on 09 579 4111 or email us at globalvillage@habitat.org.nz.
Register here!

2293 days ago

Is freedom camping an issue in Southland?

Georgia Reporter from Stuff

Hi neighbours,

Do you have freedom camping hot spots in your community? The Government has agreed to put $8.5 million into fixing freedom camping problems that have plagued popular NZ scenic spots over recent summers.

About $31,000 of that will go towards the Invercargill City Council. What … View more
Hi neighbours,

Do you have freedom camping hot spots in your community? The Government has agreed to put $8.5 million into fixing freedom camping problems that have plagued popular NZ scenic spots over recent summers.

About $31,000 of that will go towards the Invercargill City Council. What would you like to see done about the issue in your community?
(Please add "NFP/not for print" if you do not want your images/comments used on Stuff)

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2294 days ago

Poll: Vote for the AMI Community Grants Community Project Finalists!

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

We need your help! These five amazing Community Project applicants are finalists in Round Two of the 2018 AMI Community Grants. Now it's up to you to decide who should receive a share of the funds. Read a little information about each Project and how your support will help them - and then cast… View moreWe need your help! These five amazing Community Project applicants are finalists in Round Two of the 2018 AMI Community Grants. Now it's up to you to decide who should receive a share of the funds. Read a little information about each Project and how your support will help them - and then cast your vote below. Voting closes Sunday 2 September.

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Vote for the AMI Community Grants Community Project Finalists!
  • 17.8% 1) Oakura Playcentre - New Plymouth
    17.8% Complete
  • 43.4% 2) Waipu Cove Surf Life Saving Club
    43.4% Complete
  • 24.5% 3) Helen Anderson Trust - Christchurch
    24.5% Complete
  • 7.4% 4) Community beautification project - Rotorua
    7.4% Complete
  • 6.9% 5) Thames Bridge Club - Thames
    6.9% Complete
1531 votes
2294 days ago

Poll: Vote for the AMI Community Grants Organisation Finalists!

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

We need your help! These five amazing Organisation applicants are finalists in Round Two of the 2018 AMI Community Grants. Now it's up to you to decide who should receive a share of the funds. Read a little information about each Organisation and how your support will help them - and then cast… View moreWe need your help! These five amazing Organisation applicants are finalists in Round Two of the 2018 AMI Community Grants. Now it's up to you to decide who should receive a share of the funds. Read a little information about each Organisation and how your support will help them - and then cast your vote below. Voting closes Sunday 2 September

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Vote for the AMI Community Grants Organisation Finalists!
  • 12.4% 1) Communicare - Auckland
    12.4% Complete
  • 16.9% 2) NZ Disability Karate Association - Wellington
    16.9% Complete
  • 30.1% 3) Cholmondeley Children's Centre - Canterbury
    30.1% Complete
  • 29.3% 4) Fire & Emergency Operational Support Unit - Wellington
    29.3% Complete
  • 11.2% 5) Kai Rotorua
    11.2% Complete
1477 votes
2298 days ago

Poll: Have you found an alternative to plastic bags to use?

Georgia Weaver Reporter from Southland Times

On Friday, the Government announced the country would bag single-use plastic bags over the next year, and today Countdowns in Invercargill phased out single-use plastic bags altogether. Let us know your thoughts in the comments.

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Have you found an alternative to plastic bags to use?
  • 78.8% Yes, I was prepared for this
    78.8% Complete
  • 21.2% No, not yet
    21.2% Complete
52 votes
2309 days ago

Do you agree with those who had their say on the future of the museum?

Georgia Weaver Reporter from Southland Times

The feedback is in from 347 people and groups who took the chance to have their say on what they want in a reopened, redeveloped Southland museum.
The Southland Museum and Art Gallery was closed earlier in the year due to earthquake risk.

Do you agree with the want of a reopened, redeveloped … View more
The feedback is in from 347 people and groups who took the chance to have their say on what they want in a reopened, redeveloped Southland museum.
The Southland Museum and Art Gallery was closed earlier in the year due to earthquake risk.

Do you agree with the want of a reopened, redeveloped museum?

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

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2296 days ago

Do you support the teacher's strike?

Georgia Weaver Reporter from Southland Times

Teachers are striking today to highlight issues in their profession. Do you back what they are saying?

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