Mosgiel-Taieri, Mosgiel

Ryman’s Walk in Wednesdays

Ryman’s Walk in Wednesdays

Ryman villages across the country are open every Wednesday in November.

1896 days ago

Colouring isn't just for kids! 🖍

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

Mindful colouring has been proven to help reduce stress and anxiety and induce a meditative-like state in adults too.

Help scribble your worries away with this free community-inspired colouring sheet to give your brain a creative boost.

#NSNZmentalhealth

Image
1896 days ago

What veges do you grow in pots and containers?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Our gardens are getting smaller, so NZ Gardener wants to come up with some suggestions for edible crops that do well in pots and small spaces! Suggest the crops that have done well for you (ideally specify a variety) and tell other keen gardeners how you grew them, how they performed for you, and … View moreOur gardens are getting smaller, so NZ Gardener wants to come up with some suggestions for edible crops that do well in pots and small spaces! Suggest the crops that have done well for you (ideally specify a variety) and tell other keen gardeners how you grew them, how they performed for you, and any practical advice you would pass on to ensure a great result with that crop, and any secret tips you are prepared to pass on! If your tip is used in the magazine, you'll receive a free copy... And of course the glory of being in New Zealand's favourite gardening magazine! Click on this link to send us your best tip!

Image
1897 days ago

Rugby World Cup 2019 on Spark Sport

Spark Sport

Every tackle, every try, every triumph.

Watch all 48 matches of Rugby World cup 2019 live and on-demand with a Spark Sport Tournament Pass for $89.99.

Compatible devices only. T&C’s apply.
Buy Tournament Pass

Image
1898 days ago

Thank you Wattie's

Julia de Ruiter from The Salvation Army NZ

We want to say a heartfelt thank you to Wattie’s NZ and the 150 schools who took part in this year's Cans for Good campaign. Thanks to the incredible effort of students, teachers and whānau, over 30,000 cans were collected and will make a huge difference to Salvation Army foodbanks around … View moreWe want to say a heartfelt thank you to Wattie’s NZ and the 150 schools who took part in this year's Cans for Good campaign. Thanks to the incredible effort of students, teachers and whānau, over 30,000 cans were collected and will make a huge difference to Salvation Army foodbanks around Aotearoa.

Wattie’s generously donated a further 25,000 cans taking the total number collected to over 56,000 cans.

Image
1898 days ago

Spring

Gail from Midmar Financial Services

Spring is Here, There are lots of lambs running round in the paddocks. Weather has been great and daylight saving is fast approaching, 29th September at 2am.
This means light nights, barbecues, night time walk. The longer nights allow gardening time and lawn mowing which can free weekends to … View more
Spring is Here, There are lots of lambs running round in the paddocks. Weather has been great and daylight saving is fast approaching, 29th September at 2am.
This means light nights, barbecues, night time walk. The longer nights allow gardening time and lawn mowing which can free weekends to have family times.
Enjoy the weather everybody and look forward to the extra daylight hours.
Stay safe.

Gail.

1898 days ago

Large fire in Dunedin hills

Reporter Dunedin News

Dunedin is blanketed in smoke as fire crews battle a large scrub fire in the Flagstaff area.

Five helicopters were called to help fight the blaze, and Police are assisting with traffic control. All walking tracks have been closed and people are asked to avoid the area.

Are you at the scene?

Image
1898 days ago

New blog post: Neighbourly in the news!

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

We love seeing Neighbourly members mentioned in the news - and we've seen a few in the last few months. From a Neighbourly group that has united the masses right through to a neighbourhood who rallied to deliver a 250kg piano to two blind sisters - there is a lot of good going on in … View moreWe love seeing Neighbourly members mentioned in the news - and we've seen a few in the last few months. From a Neighbourly group that has united the masses right through to a neighbourhood who rallied to deliver a 250kg piano to two blind sisters - there is a lot of good going on in Neighbourly communities around the country. You can read about them right here in our latest blog post.

Image
1900 days ago

Port boss gets six-figure salary increase

Nicole Reporter from Dunedin News

Hi neighbours, do you think a $100,000 pay rise is fair for Port Otago's boss? That equates to about a 16% rise.

A combined unions spokesman says it's a "kick in the guts" for port workers fighting for better pay and conditions.

The pay increase for the port's chief … View more
Hi neighbours, do you think a $100,000 pay rise is fair for Port Otago's boss? That equates to about a 16% rise.

A combined unions spokesman says it's a "kick in the guts" for port workers fighting for better pay and conditions.

The pay increase for the port's chief executive was confirmed in its 2019 annual report, which showed his annual salary is now between $610,000 and $620,000.

1898 days ago

Strong wind watch

Neighbourly.co.nz

MetService has issued a strong wind watch for Otago and Clutha.

Valid: 11 hours from 5:00pm Monday to 4:00am Tuesday.
Forecast: Northwesterly winds may approach severe gale in exposed places at times.

An update for severe weather will be issued by 10:00am Monday 16 Sep 2019.

Image
1898 days ago

Poll: Do you intend to vote in the upcoming local council elections?

Neighbourly.co.nz

It will soon be time to have your say on who represents your community by voting in the 2019 local elections. Do you intend to vote?

Image
Do you intend to vote in the upcoming local council elections?
  • 66.5% Yes definitely, democracy is vital
    66.5% Complete
  • 24.8% Maybe, I'm struggling to find anyone I want to vote for
    24.8% Complete
  • 8.7% No, I just can't be bothered with local councils
    8.7% Complete
1610 votes
1899 days ago

Become a Dementia Friend

Alzheimers NZ

Almost every Kiwi whānau is affected by dementia at some point. Maybe a family member or one of your friends or workmates has dementia?

September 21 is World Alzheimers Day – a day we can all take a moment to help people with dementia. Over 17 million people have joined Dementia Friends … View more
Almost every Kiwi whānau is affected by dementia at some point. Maybe a family member or one of your friends or workmates has dementia?

September 21 is World Alzheimers Day – a day we can all take a moment to help people with dementia. Over 17 million people have joined Dementia Friends worldwide. So why not you?

Learn how you can help in simple and small ways. Wear a badge. Take time to listen. Pop over for a cuppa. It only takes 20 minutes online.

Show your support and help people with dementia to live well too. Join Dementia Friends today.
Learn More

Image
Top