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Dance academy closes because of upgrade

Georgia Weaver Reporter from Southland Times

Shelley Coutts is preparing to vacate the building that she has used to teach ballet, jazz and contemporary dance for the past 15 years.

Her former Invercargill business, Shelley E Coutts Dance Academy, is in the Invercargill block encompassing four streets earmarked for demolition in the inner city upgrade plan.

She has been unable to find a suitable premises to continue.

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Poll: Is it rude to talk on the phone on a bus?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Buses can be a relaxing way to get home if you have a seat and enough space. However, it can be off-putting when someone is taking a phone call next to you.

Do you think it's inconsiderate for people to have lengthy phone calls on a bus? Vote in the poll, and add your comments below.

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Is it rude to talk on the phone on a bus?
  • 0% Yes
    0% Complete
  • 0% No
    0% Complete
  • 0% Other - I'll share below
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21 days ago

What's your favourite recipe for gooseberry?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Love gooseberries? Share your favourite way to enjoy them. We're looking for our readers' favourite family recipes for this delicious crop. Send yours to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz, and if we use it in the magazine, you will receive a free copy of our December 2024 issue.

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3 days ago

Poll: How should Guy Fawkes be celebrated?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

While it is a fun occasion, fireworks on Guy Fawkes Night has caused much conflict over the years, upsetting our pets and disrupting the sleep of neighbours.

How should we celebrate Guy Fawkes Night? Vote in our poll and share your thoughts below.

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How should Guy Fawkes be celebrated?
  • 29% With a city-wide public fireworks display
    29% Complete
  • 20.3% Small fireworks displays in each community
    20.3% Complete
  • 7.5% Keep it as is
    7.5% Complete
  • 32.6% We shouldn't celebrate it!
    32.6% Complete
  • 10% Anything but fireworks
    10% Complete
  • 0.5% Other - I'll share below
    0.5% Complete
2957 votes