Queenstown Lakes District, Queenstown

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Lost something? Found something?

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2358 days ago

Lest we forget

Georgia Reporter from Stuff

Hey Neighbours,
They marched, sang, and stood in silence. Thousands of people gathered around the country to remember the fallen on Anzac Day. For all your Anzac coverage, click here.

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2363 days ago

What are you up to this weekend?

The Warehouse Queenstown

Rally your troops and join the Great Community Cleanup this weekend. There are over a hundred teams from The Warehouse and the community cleaning up our neighbourhoods and natural spaces, but we need something more. We need YOU. Even a little cleanup will make a huge difference in the places we … View moreRally your troops and join the Great Community Cleanup this weekend. There are over a hundred teams from The Warehouse and the community cleaning up our neighbourhoods and natural spaces, but we need something more. We need YOU. Even a little cleanup will make a huge difference in the places we live in and love. Join us in helping to beautify our communities, take heaps of pictures, and share them with #CleanupNZ. Let’s get to work!

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2365 days ago

Is it fair this teen failed his drivers license test?

Georgia Weaver Reporter from Southland Times

A Hamilton teenager failed his drivers license test because the fuel light came on during it.

Do you think that is fair?

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

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2364 days ago

Wild winds coming our way

Georgia Weaver Reporter from Southland Times

Invercargill looks to be in for a rough couple of days, with northwesterlies, getting to gale strength at times on Thursday, and gale westerlies on Friday. It's also expected to be wet at times.

Stay safe out there!

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

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2364 days ago

A zippy wee car

Georgia Weaver Reporter from Southland Times

Ray Tressler and his vintage car, an Austin 7 Chummy, are both 89 years old.

Once a week, Tressler takes his pride and joy for a drive around the streets of Invercargill and occasionally on rallies in the province.

Have you seen it out and about?

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

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2366 days ago

Life member wins derby

Georgia Weaver Reporter from Southland Times

Demolition derby winner Steve Dryden relishes every opportunity to drive in speedway events.

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

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2366 days ago

Have you heard NZ's 'number one food safety problem'?

Georgia Reporter from Stuff

Hi neighbours,
#Watch: Have you heard? Researchers are saying chicken is making Kiwis sick and is spreading antibiotic-resistant bacteria. A study found NZ has one of the highest rates of campylobacteriosis in the world. To read more, click here.

2366 days ago

Poll: Would you keep a farm animal as a pet?

Jo Haywood Reporter from Homed

Are you a pet lover looking for an alternative to domestic cats and dogs?

Farm-style animals like chickens, goats, and even pigs, are gaining in the pet popularity stakes, but have specific needs and regulations you need to be aware of. … View more
Are you a pet lover looking for an alternative to domestic cats and dogs?

Farm-style animals like chickens, goats, and even pigs, are gaining in the pet popularity stakes, but have specific needs and regulations you need to be aware of. Here's what you need to know about keeping them in residential areas.

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Would you keep a farm animal as a pet?
  • 21.1% I already do - it's easy if you do your research and have the right space
    21.1% Complete
  • 15.4% I'd like to, but there's too much red tape
    15.4% Complete
  • 40.5% It depends on the animal
    40.5% Complete
  • 0.9% I tried, but it didn't work out
    0.9% Complete
  • 22.1% I don't think farm animals make good pets
    22.1% Complete
1086 votes
2367 days ago

What's lurking in the waters?

Georgia Weaver Reporter from Southland Times

A Victoria University research team is giving the scientific world a fresh look at the unique sea creatures lurking in NZ's rarely explored Fiordland waters.

Take a look at the video and see what's come out to say hello.

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

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2368 days ago

We're going nuts over walnuts

Rachel Clare Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

In this week's issue of Get Growing we have top tips on tidying up storm damage, harvesting pumpkins and herbs, out-slithering slugs and snails and taking cuttings from roses. We have a cracking feature on walnuts and we reveal the 2018 Resene Shed of the Year winners.

Subscribe now and … View more
In this week's issue of Get Growing we have top tips on tidying up storm damage, harvesting pumpkins and herbs, out-slithering slugs and snails and taking cuttings from roses. We have a cracking feature on walnuts and we reveal the 2018 Resene Shed of the Year winners.

Subscribe now and you'll never miss another issue!

Get top tips on houseplant care and styling from gorgeous new book Leaf Supply, and enter our competition to win a copy, plus we also have other great prizes up for grabs!
Subscribe now!

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2368 days ago

Find out when our antique buyers will be near you!

Goldco International Limited

Family not interested? Have you stopped collecting? Downsizing or moving? Lying in a cupboard unused? Unwanted jewellery? Would cash be more useful?

See the dates, times and locations below!
Learn more

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2371 days ago

The Invercargill i-SITE is on the move

Georgia Weaver Reporter from Southland Times

After it was announced this week the Southland Museum and Art Gallery would be closing, the information centre needed to find a new place to operate from.

A new temporary location has just been annouced.

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

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2369 days ago

Mind Lab Kids turned one!

MindLab Kids

We were so excited to see Mind Lab Kids turn one last week. It's been a fantastic year of home experiments, messy fun and video challenges. Help them celebrate by getting your 5-12 year old to take on an awesome STEM challenge over at MindLabKids.com. It's free! Find out more!

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2369 days ago

Enjoy Coco in comfort.

Stuff Pix

With school holidays just around the corner, we’ve got just the thing to keep the little ones happy (and you too). Disney’s Coco is now available on Stuff Pix – and if you haven’t seen it yet, you’re in for a treat. In fact, with so many movies ready to play at your place, you’ll have … View moreWith school holidays just around the corner, we’ve got just the thing to keep the little ones happy (and you too). Disney’s Coco is now available on Stuff Pix – and if you haven’t seen it yet, you’re in for a treat. In fact, with so many movies ready to play at your place, you’ll have smiles for days these holidays.

Head to stuffpix.co.nz to watch now.
Watch now

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2373 days ago

Enchanting garden by Lake Hawea

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Take a tour of The Paddock, a beautiful garden in Central Otago.

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