Rural Southland, Invercargill

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2610 days ago

Balclutha gardeners honoured for growing fresh food for local community

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Hello Southlanders, here's an amazing group of gardeners in the running to be the 2017 GARDENA Gardener of the Year! And they are in your neck of the woods.

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2610 days ago

Poll: Are you keen to take out your frustrations by destroying a car with an excavator?

Nicole Johnstone Reporter from Southland Times

Dig This has opened. Are you keen to take out your frustrations by destroying a car with an excavator?

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

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Are you keen to take out your frustrations by destroying a car with an excavator?
  • 50% Yes, sounds fun!
    50% Complete
  • 21.1% I could take it or leave it
    21.1% Complete
  • 28.9% No, I'm not keen to try it
    28.9% Complete
38 votes
2612 days ago

What do you think of this? Should people be talking about plans after death more? Do you think it is healthy for children learn about? Let me know your thoughts in the comments.

Reporter The Eye

In the past it was a taboo subject, but now trends in what people plan after death are becoming more popular.
Ten-year-old Tyler Buckingham has already taken an interest in the topic at his age.
At an open day on at Southland Crematorium, Rockdale Rd, Invercargill on Sunday, to celebrate 40 … View more
In the past it was a taboo subject, but now trends in what people plan after death are becoming more popular.
Ten-year-old Tyler Buckingham has already taken an interest in the topic at his age.
At an open day on at Southland Crematorium, Rockdale Rd, Invercargill on Sunday, to celebrate 40 ...

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2612 days ago

Plant these... stamps?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

You read that right! Why not try something new this spring and grow your own collection of these special seeded stamps from New Zealand Post (philately sure is different in the 21st century). These gummed stamps are affixed with seeds (also available without seeds) and come with growing … View moreYou read that right! Why not try something new this spring and grow your own collection of these special seeded stamps from New Zealand Post (philately sure is different in the 21st century). These gummed stamps are affixed with seeds (also available without seeds) and come with growing instructions. Available singly or in sets as well as miniature sheets and first day covers. NZ Post has more information on its website.

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2618 days ago

Removal of Mirror at junction of Bay Road and Highway 99 Riverton

Glenys from Waiau Aparima

Please read page 2 of the Western Star September issue.Comment by Editor and Letter to the Editor. I am horrified to learn that said mirror will be removed in October for a 2 month trial and I think it is ludicrous. I have tried to contact the editor of the Southland Times on Neighbourly but … View morePlease read page 2 of the Western Star September issue.Comment by Editor and Letter to the Editor. I am horrified to learn that said mirror will be removed in October for a 2 month trial and I think it is ludicrous. I have tried to contact the editor of the Southland Times on Neighbourly but couldn't get message to go through and have left a telephone message for Natasha to call me. Back me up if you think this decision is wrong!

2614 days ago

What do you think of this initiative by SIT cookery students? Do you have a special skill you could offer to those in need?

Reporter The Eye

Growing up in Malaysia and struggling as a child meant Southern Institute of Technology student Stella Rozario wanted to use her passion to give back to needy families in the community.
Rozario, along with 13 other classmates who are studying the New Zealand certificate in cookery Level 4, ...

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2615 days ago

Petunia power

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Looking for some pretty petunias? Proven Winners NZ is supporting the NZ Breast Cancer Foundation by donating 50 cents for every Bubblegum Petunia purchased, from Oct 1.

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2615 days ago

Today is International Day of the Older Persons!

The Team from Age Concern New Zealand

Today is International Day of the Older Persons (IDOP). IDOP has been celebrated around the world since 1991. It’s a day to highlight the significant contributions older people bring to society and to raise awareness of issues affecting older people such as abuse and discrimination. Join Age … View moreToday is International Day of the Older Persons (IDOP). IDOP has been celebrated around the world since 1991. It’s a day to highlight the significant contributions older people bring to society and to raise awareness of issues affecting older people such as abuse and discrimination. Join Age Concern today as we celebrate the important role older people have in our society.

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