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Since the 1980s, the proportion of children being dropped off in a car has doubled to nearly 55 per cent. With it has come worsened air pollution, greater congestion, and increased danger as more kids are involved in road accidents. Worse, it has undermined our community cohesion: Schools can and … View moreSince the 1980s, the proportion of children being dropped off in a car has doubled to nearly 55 per cent. With it has come worsened air pollution, greater congestion, and increased danger as more kids are involved in road accidents. Worse, it has undermined our community cohesion: Schools can and should be the hearts of our communities
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We're backing schools to set up walking buses and other solutions, with parents and volunteers helping local kids get to class safely.
We wrote to the nation's mayors pleading with them to lower speed limits outside schools, and many have come back to us with expressions of support. We talked to well-known New Zealanders with school-aged kids, and they united behind the campaign.
You can get involved too. We know people are busy, so the Sunday Star-Times and Neighbourly are encouraging families to choose one day a week when they and their kids walk, scoot, cycle - even ride a horse if that's what works for you!
I've chosen Mondays as the days I'll cycle to school with my 6-year-old son. And Neighbourly has set up a special pledge page, where you can choose a day when you will try to Foot It with your kids, talk with others doing the same - and go into the draw to win one of 50 Micro scooters. www.neighbourly.co.nz...
Southlanders' love of books has helped buy new furniture for the Invercargill Women's Refuge safe house.
Refuge service co-ordinator Cathy Robertson received a cheque from Freemasons Lodge St John No 94 for $4200 on Tuesday.
Freemasons Lodge St John No 94 member and event organiser … View moreSouthlanders' love of books has helped buy new furniture for the Invercargill Women's Refuge safe house.
Refuge service co-ordinator Cathy Robertson received a cheque from Freemasons Lodge St John No 94 for $4200 on Tuesday.
Freemasons Lodge St John No 94 member and event organiser Bruce Duncan said it was a happy result.
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Southland schools are calling for your cans.
This is the final days that the six schools, taking part in the nation wide campaign Watties Cans for Good, can collect donations.
Once collected the cans will be turned into a sculpture and then donated to The Salvation Army to help feed people in … View moreSouthland schools are calling for your cans.
This is the final days that the six schools, taking part in the nation wide campaign Watties Cans for Good, can collect donations.
Once collected the cans will be turned into a sculpture and then donated to The Salvation Army to help feed people in need.
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Makarewa is 5 kilometres closer to securing a new roof for its community pool.
Hundreds of people participated in fundraising event, the ASB Colour Rush, at Teretonga, on Sunday.
Participants ran, walked or jogged around a 5km track.
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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.
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 moreConstruction 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.
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.
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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?
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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: … View moreThese 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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Let us know of any appeals or fundraisers to help those in need.
Get inspired with the new The Range 2018 fashion fandeck from Resene, full of the latest on trend paint colours, popular neutrals and complementary colour ideas. To help you get started, get a FREE Resene testpot. Simply bring in a copy of this post to your local Resene owned ColorShop (print it … View moreGet inspired with the new The Range 2018 fashion fandeck from Resene, full of the latest on trend paint colours, popular neutrals and complementary colour ideas. To help you get started, get a FREE Resene testpot. Simply bring in a copy of this post to your local Resene owned ColorShop (print it off or show it on your phone!) and we’ll give you your choice of The Range 2018 testpot colour 60ml FREE! Offer valid until 30 November 2016.
The ducklings on Judy Hollows' farming block are having a bit of an identity crisis.
But it's for a good reason.
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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.
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At least 60 stalls, entertainers and kids rides had … View moreThe 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.
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At least 60 stalls, entertainers and kids rides had already signed up to the event.
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 moreThe 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.
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