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Former Southland Federated Farmers president Allan Baird has called on the Southland District Council to consider a merger with Gore District Council.
While the division of the district into five wards was a reasonable approach in the short-term, Baird said it was an "anomaly" that … View moreFormer Southland Federated Farmers president Allan Baird has called on the Southland District Council to consider a merger with Gore District Council.
While the division of the district into five wards was a reasonable approach in the short-term, Baird said it was an "anomaly" that not all of the Southland Province was represented.
Having 12 councillors responsible for the whole of the Southland province would be more appropriate, Baird said.
Find out his perspective here and have your own say by voting or commenting below.
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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.
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What makes a great Kiwi bach or crib? And do you have one? If so, we'd love to hear from you and see your slice of paradise. Please email caroline.botting@stuff.co.nz
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 moreIt'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:
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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.
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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.
On Friday, fashion and art lovers gathered to see some creations made from materials such as soccer balls, paper towels and playing cards.
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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?
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Let’s hear it for the amazing Fire and Emergency volunteers who help keep our communities safe.
This National Volunteer Week, head to the LetsHearIt landing page on Neighbourly and share a few words about why you’re thankful for what our volunteers do to keep our communities safe. We’ll … View moreLet’s hear it for the amazing Fire and Emergency volunteers who help keep our communities safe.
This National Volunteer Week, head to the LetsHearIt landing page on Neighbourly and share a few words about why you’re thankful for what our volunteers do to keep our communities safe. We’ll make sure they hear your message loud and clear.
Knowing how much we value their sacrifices is part of what keeps Fire and Emergency New Zealand volunteers going. Thank you for letting them know how grateful you are for everything they do.
An Invercargill mother moved her family out of her flat and the Invercargill City Council launched an investigation after black mould was found in her draughty home.
However, it is up to homeowners and tenants both have a responsibility to keep mould at bay during Invercargill's cold … View moreAn Invercargill mother moved her family out of her flat and the Invercargill City Council launched an investigation after black mould was found in her draughty home.
However, it is up to homeowners and tenants both have a responsibility to keep mould at bay during Invercargill's cold winters because "it's a health issue," a real estate boss says.
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As more and more of us try to do our bit for the environment, we'd love to hear what habits you've changed.
Have you gone off-grid? Found a way to create an environmentally home? Maybe you've given something up or swapped it for a greener alternative...? … View moreAs more and more of us try to do our bit for the environment, we'd love to hear what habits you've changed.
Have you gone off-grid? Found a way to create an environmentally home? Maybe you've given something up or swapped it for a greener alternative...? Click here to share your eco tips, tricks and experiences and we'll publish a selection of the best.
Tourists arriving in New Zealand may soon have to pay to enter the country under a Government proposed international visitor levy.
The proposal would impact international visitors entering New Zealand for 12 months or less and would be at a rate between $25 to $35.
Do you think international… View moreTourists arriving in New Zealand may soon have to pay to enter the country under a Government proposed international visitor levy.
The proposal would impact international visitors entering New Zealand for 12 months or less and would be at a rate between $25 to $35.
Do you think international visitors should be charged a levy to enter New Zealand?
Does your community group help families and young people in your local area and need of more funds to support the great work you do? Your local The Warehouse store is now calling for applications to become a partner for our Customer Choice ‘Bags for good’ Programme. In the last financial year … View moreDoes your community group help families and young people in your local area and need of more funds to support the great work you do? Your local The Warehouse store is now calling for applications to become a partner for our Customer Choice ‘Bags for good’ Programme. In the last financial year over $529,000 was raised for 279 community partners across NZ. Curious? For more information or begin the application click here.
Applications close on the 23rd of June.
The Stewart Island community and Southland District Council have a few legal hoops to jump through before the island can become an International Dark Sky Sanctuary.
Light pollution is a risk for why they might now be able to become a sanctury.
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Here's a question from a reader of NZ Gardener, Ash in Whangamomona, who wants to know what to do with 100kg of chokos! He's looking for ideas to manage a bumper choko crop. And feel free to share more ideas in the Reply space.
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