Queenstown Lakes District, Queenstown

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2743 days ago

What a freezing start! Did your area hit below zero degrees this morning?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

A bitterly cold night has seen temperatures drop to -7.4 degrees Celsius in the South Island

That temperature was recorded by MetService at about 8am on Friday from St Arnaud in the South Island.

Other places to record bone-chilling nights were Tekapo, at -7C, Mt Cook at -6.8C, Christchurch … View more
A bitterly cold night has seen temperatures drop to -7.4 degrees Celsius in the South Island

That temperature was recorded by MetService at about 8am on Friday from St Arnaud in the South Island.

Other places to record bone-chilling nights were Tekapo, at -7C, Mt Cook at -6.8C, Christchurch Airport at -3.9C, Ashburton at -4.5C and Timaru at -3.7C.

The lowest June temperature recorded at Christchurch Airport was -7.2C, while the average June daily lowest temperature was 1C. In Ashburton the lowest June temperature recorded was -7.1C and the average June daily minimum was 0.5C.

Read more about today's weather here.

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2746 days ago

Is the price of healthy food getting more expensive?

Georgia Weaver Reporter from Southland Times

A survey done in Auckland, Wellington, Christchurch and Dunedin shows the price of a healthy food basket has increased between $4 and $21 in the past year. Do you think there is the same problem in Southland? Are we paying more for healthy food?

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2743 days ago

Congratulations to the PM

Georgia Reporter from Stuff

Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern and her partner Clarke Gayford have welcomed a baby girl. To read more, click here.

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2744 days ago

Poll: Would you give your teenager a double bed?

Jo Haywood Reporter from Homed

Does it make sense to buy teenagers bigger beds so they have more room to grow? Or, like writer and mum Jayne D'Arcy, do you think a double could equal trouble later on?

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Would you give your teenager a double bed?
  • 42.8% Yes, single beds aren't big enough
    42.8% Complete
  • 38.2% It depends on the size of the room
    38.2% Complete
  • 19% No, a single bed is all they need
    19% Complete
2292 votes
2744 days ago

Poll: Should public holidays be scrapped in NZ?

Georgia Reporter from Stuff

After debate around whether Matariki should become a public holiday, ACT leader David Seymour said he was "open" to public holidays being scrapped in New Zealand - well, all but Anzac and Waitangi.

He says people should be able to make their own holiday arrangements, rather than the … View more
After debate around whether Matariki should become a public holiday, ACT leader David Seymour said he was "open" to public holidays being scrapped in New Zealand - well, all but Anzac and Waitangi.

He says people should be able to make their own holiday arrangements, rather than the Government telling us when to take the day off.

We want to know your thoughts. Should people be able to make their own holiday arrangements? Or should we leave our holidays as is?

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Should public holidays be scrapped in NZ?
  • 4% Yes, let's scrap them
    4% Complete
  • 90.8% No, leave them as is
    90.8% Complete
  • 5.2% Let's just keep Anzac and Waitangi Day
    5.2% Complete
2405 votes
2744 days ago

Don't waste the vote

Georgia Weaver Reporter from Southland Times

"We should not forget how brave these women were."

And, more importantly, the youth of today must value the right to vote.

That was the clear message from women who gathered at the Suffrage 125 Southland Women's Forum in Invercargill on Wednesday night.

Read more:

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2744 days ago

Say thanks to our volunteers

Fire and Emergency New Zealand

Our dedicated Fire and Emergency volunteers help keep our communities safe.

So this National Volunteer Week, why not say a big thank you? Here’s how: head to our #LetsHearIt page on Neighbourly and let them know why you’re thankful for what they do.

Our Fire and Emergency New Zealand … View more
Our dedicated Fire and Emergency volunteers help keep our communities safe.

So this National Volunteer Week, why not say a big thank you? Here’s how: head to our #LetsHearIt page on Neighbourly and let them know why you’re thankful for what they do.

Our Fire and Emergency New Zealand volunteers are always standing by to help out when they’re needed. Thank you for letting them know how grateful you are for everything they do to keep us all safe.
Share your message now

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2745 days ago

Volunteers Needed

Citizens Advice Bureau from Queenstown Lakes District

The Citizens Advice Bureau needs Volunteers.  If you enjoy making a difference to people's lives, becoming a CAB Volunteer is for you.  Give us a call or drop in and see us for more information. 03 4426799

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2746 days ago

Searching for the rightful owners of six unclaimed Otago properties

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

If you are a descendant of a John Logan, Basil Cotterill, Lillie Mills, or Frederick Wickens you could have your own slice of paradise.

An advertisement seeking potential owners of the six properties have been advertised in the Otago Daily Times this year. Public Trust head of marketing and … View more
If you are a descendant of a John Logan, Basil Cotterill, Lillie Mills, or Frederick Wickens you could have your own slice of paradise.

An advertisement seeking potential owners of the six properties have been advertised in the Otago Daily Times this year. Public Trust head of marketing and partnerships Josh Byers said if no owner or descendant of the properties came forward within two weeks, the notice would then be added to gazette.govt.nz.

It is not too late for beneficiaries or descendants to make a claim once their property is sold. Find out more here.

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2746 days ago

Find your potential with a BA

Massey University

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2746 days ago

Often imitated, never duplicated

Plug In Pest Free

Thank you Fair Go for exposing the many copycat products that simply do not perform as they claim. Plug In Pest Free is the only ElectroMagnetic, Chemical-free product that has been scientifically tested. It works by sending pulses through a buildings' wiring to repel rats, mice and … View moreThank you Fair Go for exposing the many copycat products that simply do not perform as they claim. Plug In Pest Free is the only ElectroMagnetic, Chemical-free product that has been scientifically tested. It works by sending pulses through a buildings' wiring to repel rats, mice and cockroaches.

For a limited time only buy one domestic unit and get a second half price (saving $80). Pricing includes postage.

* HACCP Approved
* Long lasting
* 20 years proven results
* Word of mouth referrals
* Eco friendly
* Safe for pets and humans, and protects electronic wiring
* Non toxic
* No odours
* No fumes
* No mess
* 2 year warranty

Visit our website for more proof or to choose from our range. Or phone 0800 001 333.
Find out more!

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2747 days ago

Become a volunteer and create change in your community

Sarah Macdonald from Volunteering New Zealand

It's National Volunteer Week!

Volunteers create positive change on many fronts – human rights, faith communities, health, education, sports and recreation, social services, arts and culture, emergency services, the environment and conservation, animal welfare, and community support … View more
It's National Volunteer Week!

Volunteers create positive change on many fronts – human rights, faith communities, health, education, sports and recreation, social services, arts and culture, emergency services, the environment and conservation, animal welfare, and community support development – the list is endless.

If you're interested in volunteering please check out the link below to find out about the different ways you can volunteer:

nationalvolunteerweek.nz...

National Volunteer Week (17 - 23 June). The NVW 2018 theme: Volunteers, The Heart of our Community – By many, the work will be completed, Mā tini, mā mano, ka rapa te whai.


#NVW2018

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2758 days ago

Ball runner wanted!

Georgia Weaver Reporter from Southland Times

Hey parents, aunties and uncles and friends! Do you have a young family member or friend who would want to be a t-runner for the Highlanders vs French Barbarians rugby match being held in Invercargill? The Southland Times is giving away the chance for a youngster to run the ball onto the field at … View moreHey parents, aunties and uncles and friends! Do you have a young family member or friend who would want to be a t-runner for the Highlanders vs French Barbarians rugby match being held in Invercargill? The Southland Times is giving away the chance for a youngster to run the ball onto the field at the start of the game at Rugby Southland on June 22.


Runners need to be aged between 7 and 11 years and have a guardian with them to sit side-line with the Highlanders team for the game.

Comment below if you know of a child who would like the chance to do this and we will pick a winner on June 18.

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2747 days ago

WATCH: Wearable arts extravaganza

Georgia Weaver Reporter from Southland Times

On Friday, fashion and art lovers gathered to see some creations made from materials such as soccer balls, paper towels and playing cards.

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

2750 days ago

Do you agree with a tourist levy?

Georgia Weaver Reporter from Southland Times

Tourists arriving in New Zealand could be charged up to $35 to enter the country under a Government proposed international visitor levy.

Do you think that's fair?

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

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