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941 days ago

Popular midwinter carnival turns into ticketed event and changes location

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from Dunedin News

From reporter Hamish McNeilly:
The Dunedin Midwinter Carnival is one of the city’s most popular events, but organisers have changed the location and introduced ticketing to make it sustainable.

The annual event, traditionally held around the longest night of the year in the city's Octagon, … View more
From reporter Hamish McNeilly:
The Dunedin Midwinter Carnival is one of the city’s most popular events, but organisers have changed the location and introduced ticketing to make it sustainable.

The annual event, traditionally held around the longest night of the year in the city's Octagon, will now take place over two nights – July 8 and 9 – at First Church on Moray Place.

“It is a little different to what we have done before,” Midwinter Trust chairperson Paul Smith said.

The event, which features giant lantern installations and large projections, is now in its 25th year, but Covid restrictions coupled with a rugby test between the All Blacks and Ireland prompted a new plan.

“We ended up adjusting the event, so it could go ahead, and that meant being able to control entry if we needed to.”

Being able to control entry meant it was now a ticketed event, likely to be limited to about 5000 people per night, and costing $5 a ticket.

A decision on what the event would look like in 2023 was yet to be made, Smith said.

“It would depend on the success of this year.”

Covering costs was essential as “these sorts of projects aren’t cheap”.

The $5 ticket price was similar to the ‘koha’ requested as a donation in previous events, which returned less than $10,000 last year.

“It has always been a tricky thing for us. Not everyone understands we are a small non-profit, and it is not the city council putting on the event, and so many volunteer hours go into it.”

The trust also had to store “these beautiful artworks ... and that is another thing that weighs on our minds”.

“We are constantly trying to find ways to make this event more sustainable ... and that is one of our responsibilities as trustees.”

Organisers planned to promote the event to audiences throughout Otago and Southland. Funding from Enterprise Dunedin’s Regional Events Fund had been secured as part of an effort to increase visitors from outside the city.

942 days ago

Compost bin, large

Georgina from South Dunedin

Large black compost bin with lid

Price: $15

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942 days ago

Poll: Why aren't you switching power providers?

The Team from NZ Compare

The weather is getting chilly, ya power is going to rise! So why are you sticking with the same plan and provider if it might be costing you MORE money?!

53.9% of Neighbours said they switched over 6 months ago and 33.6% said you have no idea when you last switched! We want to know why … View more
The weather is getting chilly, ya power is going to rise! So why are you sticking with the same plan and provider if it might be costing you MORE money?!

53.9% of Neighbours said they switched over 6 months ago and 33.6% said you have no idea when you last switched! We want to know why you're not switching power providers?

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Why aren't you switching power providers?
  • 32.6% Switching is too hard, I have enough to deal with!
    32.6% Complete
  • 23.7% I'm in a contract
    23.7% Complete
  • 43.8% I don't know where to find a better deal
    43.8% Complete
473 votes
942 days ago

Know a deserving neighbour?

Ashleigh from The Neighbourly Team

Our winning Nice Neighbours have been featured across NZ in the local papers, maybe you've spotted these smiling faces...
If you have a nice neighbour who needs recognised for the little (or big!) things they do, nominate them on our Nice Neighbour page and you could each get a $25 Prezzy® … View more
Our winning Nice Neighbours have been featured across NZ in the local papers, maybe you've spotted these smiling faces...
If you have a nice neighbour who needs recognised for the little (or big!) things they do, nominate them on our Nice Neighbour page and you could each get a $25 Prezzy® card - that sounds like morning tea to me!

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942 days ago

Don't miss NZ Gardener's newest collectible edition!

Mags4Gifts

Hi neighbours,

It's time to sow your seeds and cut those flowers because NZ Gardener's new special edition is on-sale now!

The NZ Gardener team takes you through the seasons with advice on cutting fresh flowers 365 days of the year. Flick through the pages and find stunning … View more
Hi neighbours,

It's time to sow your seeds and cut those flowers because NZ Gardener's new special edition is on-sale now!

The NZ Gardener team takes you through the seasons with advice on cutting fresh flowers 365 days of the year. Flick through the pages and find stunning photographs, step-by-step instructions on how to arrange bouquets and what to plant and when.

Get your copy where any good magazines are sold or buy online at Mags4Gifts.co.nz
BUY NOW

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943 days ago

Nasa returns to Wānaka with 'stadium sized' balloon

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from Otago News

Nasa is back in Wānaka and has brought another giant helium balloon with it.

The team is hoping to launch the “super pressure” balloon, which is the size of Dunedin’s Forsyth Barr stadium, in early May.

It’s the fourth time the US space agency has visited Wānaka, as part of its … View more
Nasa is back in Wānaka and has brought another giant helium balloon with it.

The team is hoping to launch the “super pressure” balloon, which is the size of Dunedin’s Forsyth Barr stadium, in early May.

It’s the fourth time the US space agency has visited Wānaka, as part of its scientific balloon programme, since 2015.

The latest mission will help support Nasa missions for longer flight durations, with flights running up to 100 days. Continue reading here.

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943 days ago

Oar-some find: deep sea creature washes up on Dunedin beach

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from Dunedin News

A marine biologist was relaxing on a Dunedin beach, when she noticed a beachgoer investigating something in the shallows – which turned out to be a giant from the deep.

Dr Bridie Allan, of the University of Otagot, went to investigate the mysterious discovery by Isaac Williams on Monday … View more
A marine biologist was relaxing on a Dunedin beach, when she noticed a beachgoer investigating something in the shallows – which turned out to be a giant from the deep.

Dr Bridie Allan, of the University of Otagot, went to investigate the mysterious discovery by Isaac Williams on Monday afternoon and instantly recognised the species.

“As soon as I saw it I knew it was an oarfish.”

Oarfish, a serpent-like sea creature so named because they resemble a boat’s oar, are normally found in deep water, diving more than 900 metres, and sightings are uncommon. Continue reading here.

944 days ago

Anzac Day

NumberWorks'nWords Dunedin

"They shall grow not old, as we that are left grow old; Age shall not weary them, nor the years condemn. We will remember them."

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945 days ago

Catch up and Clean up

Mags4gifts

Purchase a three month subscription to the Sunday Star-Times for $51.87 and get a cleaning kit (RRP$66) for Free from WildClean, the world’s 1st plastic negative cleaning co.

Make sure to use the promo code “CLEAN” at checkout to redeem. Terms and conditions apply.
Find out more

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945 days ago

FUTSAL

Michaela from Green Island - Abbotsford

Hi everyone!

My Partner and I run the Dunedin Futsal Academy at the Sunnyvale sports centre in Sunnyvale/Fairfield.

We have a few spaces left next term for our skills sessions. These are a fantastic way to build skills for experienced players or for a beginner who has never tried futsal … View more
Hi everyone!

My Partner and I run the Dunedin Futsal Academy at the Sunnyvale sports centre in Sunnyvale/Fairfield.

We have a few spaces left next term for our skills sessions. These are a fantastic way to build skills for experienced players or for a beginner who has never tried futsal before to gain confidence and learn in a safe & fun environment. We run during the school terms all year round.
Each session involves a game at the end also.

For more information check us out on Facebook or our website : www.dunedinfutsalacademy.com... or send us an email at dunedinfutsalacademy@gmail.com.

Cheers!

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946 days ago

World Book Day

NumberWorks'nWords Dunedin

World Book Day changes lives through a love of books and shared reading.

This World Book Day, 23 April 2022, we want to see more children develop a life-long habit of reading for pleasure, and enjoy the opportunities and benefits this brings them. Designated by UNESCO as a worldwide celebration… View more
World Book Day changes lives through a love of books and shared reading.

This World Book Day, 23 April 2022, we want to see more children develop a life-long habit of reading for pleasure, and enjoy the opportunities and benefits this brings them. Designated by UNESCO as a worldwide celebration of books and reading, World Book Day is marked in over 100 countries around the globe.

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946 days ago

Hurry – sale ends this weekend!

Resene

Get decorating and save with Resene!

Get 20% off Resene premium paints, wood stains, primers, sealers, decorating accessories, wallpapers and cleaning products at your local Resene ColorShop.

Make the most of your home with paint designed in New Zealand for New Zealand conditions. Made right … View more
Get decorating and save with Resene!

Get 20% off Resene premium paints, wood stains, primers, sealers, decorating accessories, wallpapers and cleaning products at your local Resene ColorShop.

Make the most of your home with paint designed in New Zealand for New Zealand conditions. Made right here in New Zealand since 1946 and voted Most Trusted Paint every year since 2012!

See sale details online: www.resene.co.nz/sale
Find out more

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947 days ago

Long weekend has started, check out our top things to do!

The Team from NZ Compare

Sometimes having NO plan is a great plan! But if you feel the need to do something this long weekend then take a look at our top ideas.

From the team at NZ Compare - be safe and smile with your loved ones. Lest we forget. ❤️

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947 days ago

Pretty in pastel

The Team from Resene ColorShop Dunedin

Painted glass bottles make a stylish display on their own or with the addition of dried foliage. The paint is on the inside so they still have that lovely glass sheen. Use Resene testpots to co-ordinate with your home's colour palette.

Find out how to create your own.

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949 days ago

ANZAC HOLIDAY

The Team from Red Cross Shop Dunedin

Our store will be closed on Monday 25th to observe ANZAC DAY

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