Rural Southland, Invercargill

2763 days ago

How to cut down your power bill!

Electric Kiwi

As we head in to winter, check out these 5 top tips for cutting down your power bill:

1. If you’re not using it, switch it off: If you’re not using an appliance, such as a heated towel, dryer, or TV, switch it off at the wall so it doesn’t use power on standby.

2. Change your cooking … View more
As we head in to winter, check out these 5 top tips for cutting down your power bill:

1. If you’re not using it, switch it off: If you’re not using an appliance, such as a heated towel, dryer, or TV, switch it off at the wall so it doesn’t use power on standby.

2. Change your cooking habits: Eat fresh veges instead of cooking. Using the oven for an hour a night can add $20 to your monthly power bill.

3. Use curtains to trap heat in: Let the sun heat your home during the day then close your curtains to stop the warmth escaping in the evening.

4. If you’re away, turn the hot water cylinder off: You can save up to $36 on your power bill if you switch your hot water cylinder off while away on weekends.

5. Make the most out of your FREE Hour of Power: Utilise power deals like Electric Kiwi’s free Hour of Power, which gives you one off peak hour of free power a day. Use this hour to heat your home, turn on the dishwasher, or run the washing machine and dryer.

Find out more about Electric Kiwi’s free Hour of Power
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2765 days ago

What’s your Mother’s Day tradition?

The Team from Jennian Homes

Perhaps it’s surprising your Mum with a lovely bunch of flowers or baking your favourite childhood treats together. Why not start a new tradition this year and register for the Jennian Homes Mother’s Day Fun Run/Walk, proudly supporting the Heart Foundation NZ. Each entrant will receive a Dick … View morePerhaps it’s surprising your Mum with a lovely bunch of flowers or baking your favourite childhood treats together. Why not start a new tradition this year and register for the Jennian Homes Mother’s Day Fun Run/Walk, proudly supporting the Heart Foundation NZ. Each entrant will receive a Dick Frizzell designed event t-shirt.

So, get your running shoes ready to walk alongside thousands of other women to promote good heart health. You could even rub shoulders with an Olympian. Sign up to a 5km Fun Run/Walk near you to show your support. Tickets on sale at www.jennianmothersday.com
Register now

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2767 days ago

Do you know anyone from the Myross Bush Bowls club?

Reporter The Eye

Hi Neighbours

do you know anyone from Myross Bush indoor Bowls club - they are about the celebrate their 60th anniversary and looking for past members.

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2770 days ago

Poll: Will you welcome refugees to Southland?

Nicole Johnstone Reporter from Southland Times

Invercargill has been selected as a new refugee settlement.
Read more: www.stuff.co.nz...

Will you welcome refugees to Southland?
  • 56% Absolutely, they are welcome
    56% Complete
  • 12% I don't care if they come
    12% Complete
  • 32% No, I don't want them here
    32% Complete
100 votes
2771 days ago

Good in the Hood is back

Z

Right across New Zealand, local groups are doing a whole lot of good in their hoods. To help, Z is once again sharing over one million dollars. Remember to vote at Z this month and make a difference in your neighbourhood. Learn more

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2774 days ago

How do you manage noisy neighbours?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Noisy neighbours top the list of what makes an 'annoying neighbour'. Have you ever struggled with a noisy neighbour? How did you manage the situation? Should there be a Sunday morning noise ban? Maybe you'd like New Zealand neighbourhoods to be more like they were 'back in the … View moreNoisy neighbours top the list of what makes an 'annoying neighbour'. Have you ever struggled with a noisy neighbour? How did you manage the situation? Should there be a Sunday morning noise ban? Maybe you'd like New Zealand neighbourhoods to be more like they were 'back in the day' with quiet Sunday mornings - or even a day of rest. What noise do you find the hardest to cope with? Have your say below.

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2775 days ago

The mystery of the 50-year-old receipt has been solved

Reporter The Eye

When Linda and Bruce Kempthorne stopped in at the Winton Night 'n Day they had no idea they left behind a precious memory.
The pair have come forward as the owners of the 51 year old receipt found at the Southland Night 'n Day on April 6.
The pair were grateful to have the receipt … View more
When Linda and Bruce Kempthorne stopped in at the Winton Night 'n Day they had no idea they left behind a precious memory.
The pair have come forward as the owners of the 51 year old receipt found at the Southland Night 'n Day on April 6.
The pair were grateful to have the receipt returned to them, but they were shocked by the hype the lost receipt caused.

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2775 days ago

Did you attend an Anzac Day service?

Reporter The Eye

Watch: See photos from Anzac Day services throughout Southland and Otago.

2775 days ago

Try this Roast Chicken with Ricotta and Herb Stuffing

SuperValue New Zealand

Winter is just around the corner, so there's no better excuse to indulge in this delectable comfort food for the whole family to enjoy. Check out how to prepare your own Roast Chicken with Ricotta and Herb Stuffing and enjoy with a glass of white wine and some steamed veges. Enjoy! See the recipe

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