Waiau Aparima, Riverton

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2970 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.
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2970 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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2971 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
2972 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
2973 days ago

Congratulations Jeff Sutton

Reporter The Eye

As Jeff Sutton walked up to the bench, his mind went blank. What was he going to do? He had 2.5 hours to fix this engine.
The Southland automotive technology apprentice competed in the National WorldSkills competition in Hamilton at the weekend.
The two day event consisted of six 2.5 hour … View more
As Jeff Sutton walked up to the bench, his mind went blank. What was he going to do? He had 2.5 hours to fix this engine.
The Southland automotive technology apprentice competed in the National WorldSkills competition in Hamilton at the weekend.
The two day event consisted of six 2.5 hour challenges relating to his trade.
READ MORES: www.stuff.co.nz...

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2973 days ago

Election results - mayoralty

Darren Petry from Taupō District Council

Congratulations to David Trewavas who has been returned to the top job as our district's mayor with more than a 5500 vote margin at the progress stage. Stay tuned for more results!

2975 days ago

Poll: Are you looking forward to the end of the school holidays?

Reporter The Eye

Southland families are getting ready for some fun before returning to the classroom.
Jazz Time dance studio owner Lou Horo wants people to stop and feel the beat in a final celebration before heading back to school.
She has helped organise the annual Dance Weekend at at James Hargest College … View more
Southland families are getting ready for some fun before returning to the classroom.
Jazz Time dance studio owner Lou Horo wants people to stop and feel the beat in a final celebration before heading back to school.
She has helped organise the annual Dance Weekend at at James Hargest College senior campus this weekend.
READ MORE: www.stuff.co.nz...

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Are you looking forward to the end of the school holidays?
  • 20% Yes - my kids are excited to go back, and I am looking forward to some free time
    20% Complete
  • 0% No - It is hard to get kids enthusiastic about school and I'll miss them
    0% Complete
  • 80% Doesn't bother me either way
    80% Complete
5 votes
2975 days ago

Poll: Will you be voting in the local body elections?

Reporter The Eye

It is our time to have a say, so I say make it count.
We have only a couple of days left to vote in the local elections.
READ MORE: www.stuff.co.nz...

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Will you be voting in the local body elections?
  • 94.4% Yes - I have already
    94.4% Complete
  • 5.6% Yes - I just have not got around to it yet
    5.6% Complete
  • 0% No - I don't have the time
    0% Complete
  • 0% No - I think it is a waste of time
    0% Complete
18 votes
2975 days ago

Have you voted yet?

Nicole Johnstone Reporter from Southland Times

It's predicted that the voting turnout won't even reach 60 per cent. Why have some people chosen not to vote?

READ MORE: www.stuff.co.nz...

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2976 days ago

Recruit a new member, get a FREE coffee on us!

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Who wants a free coffee fix? Simply invite your friends, family, neighbours and colleagues, via email or your shareable invite link, to join you on Neighbourly and you’ll BOTH get a FREE small McCafé coffee. The more people you recruit, the more coffees you’ll earn. Start inviting now! Invite now

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2981 days ago

Poll: Is traffic a problem in your community?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

We've launched Pulse of the Neighbourhood - a chance to share your opinion on issues impacting your community. Today we want to know a little more about how you're finding the traffic levels around you. Is your drive to work a daily ordeal - or a doddle?

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Is traffic a problem in your community?
  • 34.1% Yes - it takes me forever to get from A to B
    34.1% Complete
  • 43.4% Sometimes during rush hour
    43.4% Complete
  • 20.1% No - it's smooth sailing for me
    20.1% Complete
  • 2.4% What's traffic? I don't pass a single car on the way to work
    2.4% Complete
578 votes
3000 days ago

Avoid ‘Oh No’ Moments!

The Team from Jennian Homes

So, you received a great fixed price for building your new home…Yay! But...then you take a closer look and realise that not everything has been included. OH NO!

Avoid ‘OH NO’ moments...by heading along to a New Home Builders Info Session with your local Jennian team. From establishing a … View more
So, you received a great fixed price for building your new home…Yay! But...then you take a closer look and realise that not everything has been included. OH NO!

Avoid ‘OH NO’ moments...by heading along to a New Home Builders Info Session with your local Jennian team. From establishing a true building budget to constructive advice on building sustainably - it’s all covered in the New Home Builders Info Sessions. Register your interest now. They're free!
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