Hunter Valley, Wanaka

Ryman’s Walk in Wednesdays

Ryman’s Walk in Wednesdays

Ryman villages across the country are open every Wednesday in November.

2268 days ago

Show you’re a local without trying too hard

Challenge Fuel

My Challenge is a new rewards programme designed for you and your local community. It's different because you can either keep and use your fuel discount or donate it to local Otago or Southland community groups.

You'll also earn 1 point for every $1 you spend, which you can redeem for … View more
My Challenge is a new rewards programme designed for you and your local community. It's different because you can either keep and use your fuel discount or donate it to local Otago or Southland community groups.

You'll also earn 1 point for every $1 you spend, which you can redeem for rewards in store. Register before 31 October and go in the draw to win 1 of 5 $100 fuel vouchers. My Challenge - locals get it.
Register here

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2269 days ago

Road between Otago and West Coast closed

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

The highway linking the West Coast and Otago closed after 7am this morning due to a rockfall on the Otago side.

NZ Transport Agency crews are working to clear the slip this morning with State Highway 6 south of Makarora, likely to be closed until mid-afternoon. The Transport Agency will update … View more
The highway linking the West Coast and Otago closed after 7am this morning due to a rockfall on the Otago side.

NZ Transport Agency crews are working to clear the slip this morning with State Highway 6 south of Makarora, likely to be closed until mid-afternoon. The Transport Agency will update the highway’s status at 3 pm or earlier if it reopens before then.

There is no simple road alternative to the SH6 route linking Haast and Queenstown Lakes District.
The detour involves SH73 (Arthur’s Pass/ Otira) and the highways through the middle or SH1 along the eastern side of the South Island.
• Information on road works and expected delays is available on the Transport Agency’s website.

Image credit: Otago District Times

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2269 days ago

Poll: Which city is the most beautiful city? Vote below!

Jo Haywood Reporter from Homed

Hi neighbours! The judges from the Beautiful Awards, run by Keep New Zealand Beautiful, are keen to find out who you would pick as the most beautiful NZ city out of the two finalists below.

The two cities have been picked as they demonstrate sustainable and environmentally conscious behaviours… View more
Hi neighbours! The judges from the Beautiful Awards, run by Keep New Zealand Beautiful, are keen to find out who you would pick as the most beautiful NZ city out of the two finalists below.

The two cities have been picked as they demonstrate sustainable and environmentally conscious behaviours across key areas, such as litter prevention & waste minimisation, community beautification, recycling projects and sustainable tourism.

Have you heard of the Beautiful Awards? they celebrate environmental excellence and recognise positive actions taken by communities, businesses, schools, individuals and councils, in local and urban areas to protect and enhance their local environments

Note: this poll runs externally from the Beautiful Awards and responses will not be included in the judging process.

Which city is the most beautiful city? Vote below!
  • 66% Dunedin
    66% Complete
  • 34% Hutt City
    34% Complete
344 votes
2271 days ago

Do you know a Budding Young Gardener?

Yates

We’re looking for young gardeners (aged 5-15 years) who love getting into the garden, whether it’s growing fruit and veggies or flowers for the butterflies and bees. A Yates Budding Young Gardener may have been gardening for a few years and know how to sow seeds, rustle up a few radishes and… View moreWe’re looking for young gardeners (aged 5-15 years) who love getting into the garden, whether it’s growing fruit and veggies or flowers for the butterflies and bees. A Yates Budding Young Gardener may have been gardening for a few years and know how to sow seeds, rustle up a few radishes and turn lemons into lemonade. Or even just starting out!

Yates Budding Young Gardener will become a Yates brand ambassador for one year AND win an amazing family trip for four, to the Gold Coast, Australia.

The five day trip will include flights, accommodation, a rental car and tickets to the Queensland Gardening Expo (if travelling in July) and a three day pass to Gold Coast theme parks - Warner Bros. Movie World, Sea World and Wet ‘n’ Wild.

The competition is open to all keen gardeners aged 5-15 years. Entries close 17th September - so enter your Budding Young Gardener now!
Enter now

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2272 days ago

An evening with Kelvin Cruickshank

Kelvin Cruickshank

Hi neighbours, I've been swamped with people wanting to catch up with me since "Sensing Murder". For this reason, I'm continuing my series of exclusive evenings that will help to reach out and touch more people at once. These evenings will simply be me working with spirit.

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Hi neighbours, I've been swamped with people wanting to catch up with me since "Sensing Murder". For this reason, I'm continuing my series of exclusive evenings that will help to reach out and touch more people at once. These evenings will simply be me working with spirit.

When: Thursday 4th October 2018
Where: Mayfair Theatre Dunedin, 100 King Edward Street, Kensington
Tickets available here from iTicket

When: Friday 5th October 2018
Where: Civic Theatre, 101 Esk Street, Invercargill
Tickets available here from TicketDirect
Get your tickets here

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2274 days ago

Rate your doctor and win $3,000!

Whitecoat

Have you received some great service from your local GP? What about a dentist or optometrist? Leave a review for them on the Whitecoat website and be in to win $3,000.

Whitecoat is all about helping Kiwis make more informed decisions about their healthcare providers.
Find out more

2274 days ago

Have your say on Trade for All

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade

We want to help all New Zealanders benefit from trade wherever they are. That’s why the Government is consulting New Zealanders to develop a Trade for All policy. We want to hear your views on trade policy and what matters most to you. Take our short poll, share your comments or make a submission… View moreWe want to help all New Zealanders benefit from trade wherever they are. That’s why the Government is consulting New Zealanders to develop a Trade for All policy. We want to hear your views on trade policy and what matters most to you. Take our short poll, share your comments or make a submission here.

- How can trade support sustainable economic development that takes into account the impact on our environment?
- How can trade benefit our regions and support women, Maori and small and medium enterprises to succeed globally?

Come to a public meeting or hui. You can find the details and register here.
Find more information about Trade for All and our current trade policy at www.haveyoursay.mfat.govt.nz

Have your say on Trade for All. Submissions close on 14 October 2018.
Have your say

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2275 days ago

Share your tomato-growing tips, and win a prize!

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

We are looking for great tomato growing tips and/or photos of your tomato harvest from last year. Do you have a piece of tomato growing wisdom to share with other New Zealand gardeners? Maybe a variety that does well for you, a way to treat or prevent diseases, or a recipe for homemade fertiliser. … View moreWe are looking for great tomato growing tips and/or photos of your tomato harvest from last year. Do you have a piece of tomato growing wisdom to share with other New Zealand gardeners? Maybe a variety that does well for you, a way to treat or prevent diseases, or a recipe for homemade fertiliser. Or do you have an amazing photo to share ... like this one from tomato enthusiast Minette Tonoli. Email us your tip (mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz) and/or share your pic in the comments... if we publish your tip or your photo we will send you a free copy of NZ Gardener magazine!

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2276 days ago

Spend a week in one of our holiday homes for free!

Manchester Unity Friendly Society

We're celebrating our launch on Neighbourly! Join Manchester Unity during September, October or November 2018 and take out a funeral benefit or join one of our medical schemes and be in the draw to spend a week in one of our holiday homes for free!*

Request a new member pack and start … View more
We're celebrating our launch on Neighbourly! Join Manchester Unity during September, October or November 2018 and take out a funeral benefit or join one of our medical schemes and be in the draw to spend a week in one of our holiday homes for free!*

Request a new member pack and start enjoying all the benefits of being a member of one of the oldest organisations in New Zealand.

- Enjoy kiwi holiday homes
- Meet like-minded people
- Save money
- Protect your family’s health
- Receive kids’ scholarships
- Enjoy togetherness

Use our national network of branches. We have 26 branches nationwide that we call Lodges. The Lodge is where we meet to organise projects that help local members, discuss the local and national business of Manchester Unity, learn meeting skills and get together with friends.

* dates subject to availability
Find out more

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2278 days ago

Get in the to draw win this car!

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

This month we're giving away a car. Not just any car, but a brand new Suzuki Vitara worth $30,690 to one lucky member. To make sure you're in the draw just click the button below - it's that easy. Good luck! Winner

T&Cs apply.
Put me in the draw!

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2280 days ago

It’s biscuit time, get yours now!

Girl Guiding New Zealand

GirlGuiding NZ is bigger than a biscuit! Your purchase goes towards providing Kiwi girls and young women with hands on experiences that allow them to discover their potential, develop confidence and skills, participate in our quality educational programmes and contribute to their communities now … View moreGirlGuiding NZ is bigger than a biscuit! Your purchase goes towards providing Kiwi girls and young women with hands on experiences that allow them to discover their potential, develop confidence and skills, participate in our quality educational programmes and contribute to their communities now and in the future.

Find out where the Girl Guides will be in Otago and Southland or buy online!

For more information on Guiding go to www.girlguidingnz.org.nz
Get your biscuits here!

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2281 days ago

Motorcycle Awareness Month...refresh your riding skills.

The Team from ACC New Zealand

It's time to refresh your riding skills now for the busy and fun months to come.

Book yourself on one of the many Ride Forever courses in your region, with classes adapted to your riding level.

Join others, like Cassandra, who gained extra skills to be more confident on our roads thanks… View more
It's time to refresh your riding skills now for the busy and fun months to come.

Book yourself on one of the many Ride Forever courses in your region, with classes adapted to your riding level.

Join others, like Cassandra, who gained extra skills to be more confident on our roads thanks to Ride Forever coaching. As riders, it’s important we take the time to ensure we have the right skills to avoid crashes, so sign-up for Ride Forever coaching today - it may just save your life.
Find out more

2281 days ago

Social climbers - the comedy - is touring NZ!

Roger Halls Sparkling Comedy Social Climbers

What do you call six women stranded on a mountain in the rain: ridiculous! Or you could call them social climbers … but just not to their faces! Once at the hut, not only do they unload their packs full of food, wine, and a souvenir rock; their hang-ups get unloaded as well.

Torrential rain … View more
What do you call six women stranded on a mountain in the rain: ridiculous! Or you could call them social climbers … but just not to their faces! Once at the hut, not only do they unload their packs full of food, wine, and a souvenir rock; their hang-ups get unloaded as well.

Torrential rain and a flooded bridge keep them stranded for three days. What they get up to, to help pass the time, raises a few eyebrows and will have you laughing, tearing up and applauding enthusiastically as they bare all.

Of course, it’s not just souls that are exposed, there’s a little nudity, a cracking thunderstorm, explosions, screaming bloody murder, ghostly stories, a birthday celebration, a séance, a drunken party, confessions, meltdowns and revelations that will keep you and your friends entertained throughout.

Perfectly timed for your own social group’s ascent into summer, don’t miss this hilarious play when it comes to a town near you in November.
Buy tickets here!

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2283 days ago

Police warn of phone scam

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Police are warning people to be wary of scammers purporting to be from Spark and/or OFCANZ (Organised and Financial Crime Agency) who are seeking access to victim’s computers and bank accounts.

Police have been made aware of a recent incident where a person received a call from someone … View more
Police are warning people to be wary of scammers purporting to be from Spark and/or OFCANZ (Organised and Financial Crime Agency) who are seeking access to victim’s computers and bank accounts.

Police have been made aware of a recent incident where a person received a call from someone claiming to be from Spark, saying their computer had been accessed illegally or used for criminal purposes. The caller then said they were transferring the person to OFCANZ. The “OFCANZ employee” then gave the person instructions on how to allow them access to their computer and sought access to the person’s bank accounts. OFCANZ was renamed and is no longer used within Police.

Police’s message on scams like this is simple – do not engage with anyone on the phone if you think you are being scammed – hang up immediately and report the incident.

If you are in doubt as to a caller's legitimacy, ask if you can call them back, or just hang up. Information on other scams that are currently operating can be found on the Consumer Protection NZ website.

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2283 days ago

Rate your doctor and win $3,000!

Whitecoat

Have you received some great service from your local GP? What about a dentist or optometrist? Leave a review for them on the Whitecoat website and be in to win $3,000.

New Zealand’s first platform where you can search, rate, review and compare your local healthcare providers has arrived, and … View more
Have you received some great service from your local GP? What about a dentist or optometrist? Leave a review for them on the Whitecoat website and be in to win $3,000.

New Zealand’s first platform where you can search, rate, review and compare your local healthcare providers has arrived, and it’s called Whitecoat.
Find out more

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