Rural Southland, Invercargill

2966 days ago

Why are SBS Bank’s rates so good?

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2967 days ago

Have you followed the Southland Stags this season?

Nicole Johnstone Reporter from Southland Times

The Southland Stags have plenty to ponder as their season ends. Have you been following their season?

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

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2968 days ago

Poll: Do you think homelessness is a problem in Southland?

Reporter The Eye

Chanelle Hammond battled the elements in a cardboard box on Friday night.
The 17-year-old was one of about 40 Southlanders who took park in the charity event 14 Hours Homeless at a Salvation Army building on Victoria Avenue in Invercargill.
The nationwide event encouraged people to sleep rough … View more
Chanelle Hammond battled the elements in a cardboard box on Friday night.
The 17-year-old was one of about 40 Southlanders who took park in the charity event 14 Hours Homeless at a Salvation Army building on Victoria Avenue in Invercargill.
The nationwide event encouraged people to sleep rough to raise money and awareness for the homeless in New Zealand.
READ MORE: www.stuff.co.nz...

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Do you think homelessness is a problem in Southland?
  • 41.9% Yes and it needs to be addressed
    41.9% Complete
  • 32.3% No it is better then other places in New Zealand
    32.3% Complete
  • 25.8% I don't know
    25.8% Complete
31 votes
2969 days ago

Poll: Do you think there should be more free activities for teenagers in your community?

Reporter The Eye

Southern sporting legends are getting ready to shoot hoops in South Invercargill.
Sports Southland and South Alive have teamed up to run a free programme to promote community engagement and fitness for teenagers.
The programme, called the 3x3 Youth Basketball competition, will run for five … View more
Southern sporting legends are getting ready to shoot hoops in South Invercargill.
Sports Southland and South Alive have teamed up to run a free programme to promote community engagement and fitness for teenagers.
The programme, called the 3x3 Youth Basketball competition, will run for five weeks, starting with a show case and registration night on October 28.
READ MORE: www.stuff.co.nz...

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Do you think there should be more free activities for teenagers in your community?
  • 62.5% Yes - I think there is a gap in the community
    62.5% Complete
  • 9.4% No - There are heaps of free activities for teenagers
    9.4% Complete
  • 21.9% We already have some activities available but more would be great
    21.9% Complete
  • 6.3% No - Teenagers aren't interested in these kinds of activities
    6.3% Complete
32 votes
2970 days ago

Can you help clean up rubbish in Bluff?

Reporter The Eye

Bluff residents are getting ready for a mega rubbish cleanup this weekend.
The annual street cleanup is part of the Keep New Zealand Beautiful Campaign.
2024 Bluff Urban Rejuvenation Group treasurer Sue Garland is calling for volunteers to help on the day.
READ MORE: www.stuff.co.nz...

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2970 days ago

New improvements at Mobil for a better station experience

Mobil

At Mobil we’ve made some improvements including re-imaged stations, lighting you’ll love our new look pumps for a more pleasant station experience. At selected sites only. Come see for yourself. At selected stations only. We think you’ll like what’s changed. Learn more here. Learn more

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2971 days ago

Poll: How do you motivate yourself to exercise?

Reporter The Eye

I have a deep suspicion that I am a pessimist.
The mercury is on the rise and my winter coat is back in my cupboard.
Flowers are in bloom, the birds are singing etc ...
I should be thrilled, it's spring and summer is just around the corner. But I am not thrilled.
READ MORE: … View more
I have a deep suspicion that I am a pessimist.
The mercury is on the rise and my winter coat is back in my cupboard.
Flowers are in bloom, the birds are singing etc ...
I should be thrilled, it's spring and summer is just around the corner. But I am not thrilled.
READ MORE: www.stuff.co.nz...

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How do you motivate yourself to exercise?
  • 5.9% A weekly treat
    5.9% Complete
  • 17.6% I don't need be motivated I love to exercise
    17.6% Complete
  • 29.4% I look in the mirror or at the jeans that used to fit me
    29.4% Complete
  • 29.4% I do activities that are fun
    29.4% Complete
  • 17.6% It is a mental health release
    17.6% Complete
17 votes
2977 days ago

Win a family pass to Pro-westling - Tell us who you would take and why in the comments to enter the draw

Reporter The Eye

Southland Pro-wrestler Powerhouse T-Rex is out for revenge on Will Power.
The pair will fight out their differences at the Halloween Haunting Live Pro-Wrestling match at the Invercargill Workingmen's Club on Saturday, October 15.
Hooligan' Marcus Kool (aka Marc Perry) will also be … View more
Southland Pro-wrestler Powerhouse T-Rex is out for revenge on Will Power.
The pair will fight out their differences at the Halloween Haunting Live Pro-Wrestling match at the Invercargill Workingmen's Club on Saturday, October 15.
Hooligan' Marcus Kool (aka Marc Perry) will also be defending his title at SPW New Zealand Heavyweight Championship against Pro-Wrestler 'The Deal' Dal Knox.
READ MORE: www.stuff.co.nz...
Family pass includes 2 adults and 2 children passes - the winner will be drawn at 9am on Thursday, October 13.

Free

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2976 days ago

Poll: She took on the mother of all challenges this week what would you like to see our reporter do next?

Reporter The Eye

Reporter Joanna Griffiths visited the McCarthy house to look after James, 5, and Rory, 11 weeks, for 60 minutes while their mother, Sarah attempted to put her feet up, relax and read some magazines.
They're cute, cuddly and they can smell you fear.
Yes, they are babies.
READ MORE: … View more
Reporter Joanna Griffiths visited the McCarthy house to look after James, 5, and Rory, 11 weeks, for 60 minutes while their mother, Sarah attempted to put her feet up, relax and read some magazines.
They're cute, cuddly and they can smell you fear.
Yes, they are babies.
READ MORE: www.stuff.co.nz...
This poll will close at 5pm on Wednesday, October 12.

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She took on the mother of all challenges this week what would you like to see our reporter do next?
  • 29.4% Play hostess for an old fashioned dinner party
    29.4% Complete
  • 58.8% Get groovin' and learn Rock 'n Roll dance
    58.8% Complete
  • 11.8% Master a video game
    11.8% Complete
17 votes
2972 days ago

Poll: Are you concerned about boy racers in your community? #pulseofthenation

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

This week in Pulse of the Nation we're asking about boy racers, also known as 'car enthusiasts'. Are they a concern in your community?

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Are you concerned about boy racers in your community? #pulseofthenation
  • 66.5% Yes - something needs to be done about them
    66.5% Complete
  • 10.8% No - we're a community who loves our car enthusiasts
    10.8% Complete
  • 21.6% I haven't noticed them
    21.6% Complete
  • 0.5% What's a boy racer?
    0.5% Complete
  • 0.5% I don't know
    0.5% Complete
194 votes
2972 days ago

It's Get Ready Week!

The Team from Ministry of Civil Defence & Emergency Management

This year the theme for Get Ready Week is Prepared Kids. We know that when kids are involved in preparing for emergencies and learning about natural hazards, they encourage their families to be more prepared and play a more active role in responding to and recovering from emergencies.

As part of… View more
This year the theme for Get Ready Week is Prepared Kids. We know that when kids are involved in preparing for emergencies and learning about natural hazards, they encourage their families to be more prepared and play a more active role in responding to and recovering from emergencies.

As part of Get Ready Week 2016, we are launching our redeveloped schools resource What’s the Plan, encouraging schools to update their emergency preparedness plans and use the new resource to build resilience as a life skill for their students.


Here are our top tips for Prepared Kids
1. Give the school or day care a list of three people who can pick the kids up if you can’t get there.
2. Talk to your kids in an honest (but not scary) way about what might happen in an emergency, what you can do to keep safe, and what your plan is for if you can’t get home. The more involved they are, the less scared they will be if an emergency does happen.
3. Make a plan with your kids. Sit down together and talk about the things you need every day and work out what you would do if you didn’t have them. Grab a piece of paper and write down what you agree, who you need to contact and things you need to do to get ready.
4. Get your kids involved in getting supplies and checking them regularly. In an emergency you could be stuck at home for three
days or more. You probably have most of these things already, and you don’t have to have them all in one place, but you might have to find them in a hurry and/or in the dark.
www.happens.nz...

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2972 days ago

Peter Grandiek thinks age is just a number and it wont hold him back

Reporter The Eye

A laugh with mates has turned into something much bigger for Peter Grandiek .
​The 84-year-old has been challenged to cycle 85 kilometres on his 85th birthday on October 20.
Grandiek said the challenge started off as a joke and escalated from there.
READ MORE: www.stuff.co.nz...

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2972 days ago

Nominate a local fave for a Vodafone Local Business Award!

Vodafone New Zealand

We’re delighted to invite you to nominate your favourite local business in the inaugural Vodafone Local Business Awards. You can help them win great prizes - and win some for yourself!

Whether it’s the superb customer service from your local plumber, the dedication of your doctor, or the … View more
We’re delighted to invite you to nominate your favourite local business in the inaugural Vodafone Local Business Awards. You can help them win great prizes - and win some for yourself!

Whether it’s the superb customer service from your local plumber, the dedication of your doctor, or the friendly face at the café that resonates with you - these awards are about recognising outstanding Kiwi businesses that help make our communities tick.

Nominate your favourite business now and you’re in the draw to win one of two $100 Prezzy® cards!
Nominate now

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2973 days ago

Poll: How often do you ride your bicycle?

Reporter The Eye

Councillor Rebecca Amundsen says more needs to be done to make inner-city cycling attractive in Invercargill.
Amundsen said she was concerned that cycling initiatives hadn't been given enough consideration in plans for rejuvenating the inner-city.
Previous inner-city plans referenced the … View more
Councillor Rebecca Amundsen says more needs to be done to make inner-city cycling attractive in Invercargill.
Amundsen said she was concerned that cycling initiatives hadn't been given enough consideration in plans for rejuvenating the inner-city.
Previous inner-city plans referenced the need for bike-friendly urban design, she said.
READ MORE: www.stuff.co.nz...

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How often do you ride your bicycle?
  • 0% I ride everyday, to work, school etc
    0% Complete
  • 6.9% I love to cycle and hit the road three or more times a week
    6.9% Complete
  • 13.8% I ride for leisure about two or less times a week
    13.8% Complete
  • 41.4% I don't own a bike
    41.4% Complete
  • 37.9% I own a bike but have not used it in ages
    37.9% Complete
29 votes
2974 days ago

Poll: What is your favourite movie filmed in Southland?

Reporter The Eye

San Francisco is about to get a taste of Invercargill.
The short film Click Clack Click will be screened at the International Dance Festival in San Francisco in October.
It was shot about two years ago and features a ballet dance sequence in Esk St.
READ MORE: www.stuff.co.nz...

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What is your favourite movie filmed in Southland?
  • 20.6% Goodbye Pork Pie
    20.6% Complete
  • 0% Pete's Dragon
    0% Complete
  • 52.9% The Worlds Fastest Indian
    52.9% Complete
  • 8.8% Lord of the Rings
    8.8% Complete
  • 5.9% The Chronicles of Narnia
    5.9% Complete
  • 5.9% Two Little Boys
    5.9% Complete
  • 5.9% Daughter of Invercargill
    5.9% Complete
34 votes
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