Waiau Aparima, Riverton

It is beginning to look a lot like Christmas!

It is beginning to look a lot like Christmas!

Do you have any festive tips your community needs to know about? Post them here!

3324 days ago

Will you donate to help retain the services of the SPCA?

Nicole Johnstone Reporter from Southland Times

A lack or volunteer helpers and monetary donations to the cash-strapped Southland SPCA could see services downgraded and the public charged to drop off their animals.

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3325 days ago

Avoid hidden surprises...

The Team from Jennian Homes Southland

Construction is well and truly underway on your new home…Yay! But then you realise your home isn’t perfectly positioned for the sun. OH NO!

Avoid ‘OH NO’ moments...get along to a New Home Builders Info Session with Jennian. From establishing a true building budget to planning an energy … View more
Construction is well and truly underway on your new home…Yay! But then you realise your home isn’t perfectly positioned for the sun. OH NO!

Avoid ‘OH NO’ moments...get along to a New Home Builders Info Session with Jennian. From establishing a true building budget to planning an energy efficient home, it’s all covered in the New Home Builders Info Sessions being held by us, your local Jennian Homes team.
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3325 days ago

Do you know about any cultural exchange programmes in your community?

Reporter The Eye

A group of Southlanders have invited 16 tourists to live with them for a week in the name of friendship.
The group called Friendship Force Southland is part of an international exchange group that promotes friendship between cultures.
READ MORE: www.stuff.co.nz...

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3326 days ago

Should city events be sugar free?

Nicole Johnstone Reporter from Southland Times

Advocates of the Invercargill City Council's "Family Friendly" brand are saying no to sugary treats at city events. Fresh water and carrot sticks were discussed as alternatives. Do you think this is a good idea?

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

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3326 days ago

Should people who don't have time to exercise a dog be allowed to own one?

Reporter The Eye

These dogs were made for walking and that's what owners should do.
The Southland Dog Training Club are calling for Southlanders to get out and about with their dogs.
The club will be hosting an agility championship on November 19 at their clubrooms at Turnbull Thompson Park.
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These dogs were made for walking and that's what owners should do.
The Southland Dog Training Club are calling for Southlanders to get out and about with their dogs.
The club will be hosting an agility championship on November 19 at their clubrooms at Turnbull Thompson Park.
READ MORE: www.stuff.co.nz...

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3326 days ago

Our thoughts are with those effected by earthquakes this week

Reporter The Eye

Find out all you need to know here:www.stuff.co.nz...
Let us know of any appeals or fundraisers to help those in need.

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3327 days ago

Check out The Range 2018 - and get a free testpot!

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3327 days ago

Do you have a quirky story? tell us

Reporter The Eye

The ducklings on Judy Hollows' farming block are having a bit of an identity crisis.
But it's for a good reason.
WATCH VIDEO: www.stuff.co.nz...

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3328 days ago

Poll: Would you like to see more events in Riverton?

Reporter The Eye

The road may be closed but it won't be quiet.
Marleen Adams and Iri Luke say the 2016 Riverton Twilight Christmas Market is going to be one of the biggest markets Riverton has seen in the past 10 years.
READ MORE: www.stuff.co.nz...
At least 60 stalls, entertainers and kids rides had … View more
The road may be closed but it won't be quiet.
Marleen Adams and Iri Luke say the 2016 Riverton Twilight Christmas Market is going to be one of the biggest markets Riverton has seen in the past 10 years.
READ MORE: www.stuff.co.nz...
At least 60 stalls, entertainers and kids rides had already signed up to the event.

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Would you like to see more events in Riverton?
  • 76% Yes
    76% Complete
  • 8% No
    8% Complete
  • 16% I don't care
    16% Complete
25 votes
3329 days ago

Poll: Do you use a community pool?

Reporter The Eye

The Winton community pool is struggling to attract new members to its committee and a current member is concerned about the future.
Pool spokeswoman Maria Scammell said it was becoming increasingly difficult to attract people to the committee and she was unsure what the future might hold, if they … View more
The Winton community pool is struggling to attract new members to its committee and a current member is concerned about the future.
Pool spokeswoman Maria Scammell said it was becoming increasingly difficult to attract people to the committee and she was unsure what the future might hold, if they couldn't get some new blood coming though.
READ MORE: www.stuff.co.nz...

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Do you use a community pool?
  • 13.3% Yes - as much as I can
    13.3% Complete
  • 33.3% Yes - on the odd occasion
    33.3% Complete
  • 53.3% No - I never use them
    53.3% Complete
15 votes
3330 days ago

Lest we forget

Reporter The Eye

Today is Armistice Day, marking the 11th hour on the 11th day of the 11th month in 1918 when WWI ended.
During the war 100,444 Kiwi soldiers and nurses travelled overseas to fight for King and Country. More than 16,500 died.
As a tribute to the sacrifices of Kiwi service men and women, reporter… View more
Today is Armistice Day, marking the 11th hour on the 11th day of the 11th month in 1918 when WWI ended.
During the war 100,444 Kiwi soldiers and nurses travelled overseas to fight for King and Country. More than 16,500 died.
As a tribute to the sacrifices of Kiwi service men and women, reporter Joanna Griffiths and Southland-based historian Iain Davidson searched through stacks of service records of some extraordinary Southlanders.
READ MORE: www.stuff.co.nz...

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3330 days ago

Poll: Do you like new things or do you hate change?

Reporter The Eye

There are two kinds of people in this world: people who love new things and people who hate change.
I am a new-thing lover; my partner is not.
READ MORE: www.stuff.co.nz...

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Do you like new things or do you hate change?
  • 90.5% I like new things
    90.5% Complete
  • 9.5% I hate change
    9.5% Complete
21 votes
3331 days ago

Well done Quinn McLeish. What are you up to this week? - make us envious take a picture and post it here

Reporter The Eye

Night may have fallen, but the dairy industry never sleeps.
After we asked Southlanders to submit photos of their favourite southern locations on Neighbourly, 18-year-old dairy farmer Quinn McLeish sent in a stunning photo that proves you don't need a city to have big lights.
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Night may have fallen, but the dairy industry never sleeps.
After we asked Southlanders to submit photos of their favourite southern locations on Neighbourly, 18-year-old dairy farmer Quinn McLeish sent in a stunning photo that proves you don't need a city to have big lights.
READ MORE www.stuff.co.nz...

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3331 days ago

Financial experts are concerned about the effect of Donald Trumps presidency on the global market. Do you think New Zealand should be concerned?

Reporter The Eye

Financial markets across the world have tumbled amid expectations Donald Trump will beat Hillary Clinton in the United States presidential election.
READ MORE: www.stuff.co.nz...
The Dow Jones futures market dropped nearly 700 points to 17,591 after the New York Times gave Trump a 94 per cent … View more
Financial markets across the world have tumbled amid expectations Donald Trump will beat Hillary Clinton in the United States presidential election.
READ MORE: www.stuff.co.nz...
The Dow Jones futures market dropped nearly 700 points to 17,591 after the New York Times gave Trump a 94 per cent chance of victory. The index forecasts the value of the Dow Jones industrial average in December.

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3332 days ago

Would you have followed through on this bet?

Nicole Johnstone Reporter from Southland Times

Texas-based cyclist Tyler Stewart is likely to be the butt of jokes after the 2016 Tour of Southland. He lost a bet and had to get a map tattooed on his buttock.

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

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