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Creating safer communities means ensuring that no one lives in fear of harm on the streets or in their own home.
For the month of November, we want to raise awareness for all forms including family harm, elder and child abuse, sexual assault, gang violence, and more.
Perhaps sign-up to … View moreCreating safer communities means ensuring that no one lives in fear of harm on the streets or in their own home.
For the month of November, we want to raise awareness for all forms including family harm, elder and child abuse, sexual assault, gang violence, and more.
Perhaps sign-up to volunteer at a women’s refuge this month or work with the Police in your area to host an info night on how to identify elder abuse in your community.
Share your photos and experiences with us on social media or send us an email so we can see what you got up to!
#NSNZviolenceawareness
Hey Otago and Southland neighbours - check out our new Gardening Groups - for all Otago-Southland gardeners! This is just the ‘plot’ to connect you with other green-thumbed Neighbourly members across your whole beautiful region.
Share seeds, plants or excess crops, find out what you need to … View moreHey Otago and Southland neighbours - check out our new Gardening Groups - for all Otago-Southland gardeners! This is just the ‘plot’ to connect you with other green-thumbed Neighbourly members across your whole beautiful region.
Share seeds, plants or excess crops, find out what you need to plant and sow in Spring, and pass on gardening tips that have worked for you. You can seek expert advice from experienced gardeners in your area or share your own gardening expertise.
Setting off fireworks has become an annual Kiwi backyard tradition, and it’s almost time to break out the sparklers again. However, critics say they’re dangerous and people are injured by them every year. Fans, on the other hand, argue that all fun involves some level of risk, it just needs to … View moreSetting off fireworks has become an annual Kiwi backyard tradition, and it’s almost time to break out the sparklers again. However, critics say they’re dangerous and people are injured by them every year. Fans, on the other hand, argue that all fun involves some level of risk, it just needs to be managed safely.
Last year, we saw a 23% drop in the number of fireworks-related injury claims (171 claims across 2017 versus 223 across 2016). What do you think? Should personal fireworks be banned? Click here for advice on how to use fireworks responsibly.
Hi neighbours! With the PayMyPark parking app you can pay for your parking from your smartphone and extend your time remotely. No more searching for coins, no receipt needed and pay only for your actual parking time.
Download PayMyPark on your iPhone or Android smart phone today!
Benefits
- … View moreHi neighbours! With the PayMyPark parking app you can pay for your parking from your smartphone and extend your time remotely. No more searching for coins, no receipt needed and pay only for your actual parking time.
Download PayMyPark on your iPhone or Android smart phone today!
Benefits
- You pay only for parking time you use - no need to guess how long you need to pay for parking.
- If you finish early, you can stop the parking time and get a refund to your account.
- You can easily extend your parking time remotely, no need to run back to the parking meter, no more searching for coins.
- Simplify your business parking costs with one account for all your vehicles.
Hi neighbours - keep safe out there! A strong earthquake 6.7 magnitude has struck central New Zealand.
It struck at a depth of 193km about 35km south-west of Taumarunui.
More than 9000 people reported feeling the quake within 10 minutes of it striking at 3.14pm. The quake was felt as far as … View moreHi neighbours - keep safe out there! A strong earthquake 6.7 magnitude has struck central New Zealand.
It struck at a depth of 193km about 35km south-west of Taumarunui.
More than 9000 people reported feeling the quake within 10 minutes of it striking at 3.14pm. The quake was felt as far as the South Island.
We will keep you up to date with the latest. For updates and more info, click here.
So far:
- Parliament has been suspended until further notice on the advice of Civil Defence.
- Make sure you check on your neighbours - even though there may have not been any damage near you, your neighbours may still need your help.
- If you need to alert your neighbours urgently, then don't hesitate to send out an Urgent Alert to your community. You can find this function when you go to post a message on Neighbourly.
- Metlink Wellington said rail services would continue to run with some delays following the recent earthquake.
- Fire and Emergency NZ had no reports of injuries nor damage across the South Island.
- GNS Science have advised there is no tsunami threat to New Zealand
Hi neighbours,
Get ready, the scary season is here and trick-or-treaters may soon be knocking at your door. So we want to know, is trick-or-treating something your family gets involved in? How about the US trend called 'trunk-or-treat'? Take part in our poll to let us know!
The New … View moreHi neighbours,
Get ready, the scary season is here and trick-or-treaters may soon be knocking at your door. So we want to know, is trick-or-treating something your family gets involved in? How about the US trend called 'trunk-or-treat'? Take part in our poll to let us know!
The New Zealand police are encouraging parents, caregivers, and children to celebrate Halloween, on Wednesday, safely. To read police advice, click here.
Also, for tips on how to make your home seem scary or how to celebrate Halloween without the sugar rush, click here.
Hi neighbours - Tom Dixon and his team of five qualified painters/decorators will make sure your walls are looking spectacular just in time for Santa!
Tom Dixon Painting & decorating have been offering professional painting and decorating services to the Invercargill area and wider … View moreHi neighbours - Tom Dixon and his team of five qualified painters/decorators will make sure your walls are looking spectacular just in time for Santa!
Tom Dixon Painting & decorating have been offering professional painting and decorating services to the Invercargill area and wider Southland region for over 35 years and has a quality reputation within the industry.
Give him a call on 027 432 7059 send him an email at tom@tomdixon.co.nz for more information.
Check out some of the action from Stage One of the Tour of Southland on Monday.
On Sunday, Maria Eade got some snaps of dolphins playing around in the Riverton Harbour and hanging out with some paddle boarders.
Have you seen any dolphins around recently?
A national dive squad from Wellington will arrive in the Catlins to join the search for two divers missing at Purakanui Bay. A large-scale search is underway for the pair missing since Saturday.
The divers, both men, aged 23 and 51, went into the water on Saturday at Purakaunui Bay, south of … View moreA national dive squad from Wellington will arrive in the Catlins to join the search for two divers missing at Purakanui Bay. A large-scale search is underway for the pair missing since Saturday.
The divers, both men, aged 23 and 51, went into the water on Saturday at Purakaunui Bay, south of Balclutha, police said. Searchers headed out about 8pm but could not find the men, both from Balclutha, and the search was ended at midnight.
It resumed at 6am on Sunday with a helicopter, plane, boats, shore searchers, and divers. The search and rescue operation is now planning its next move to support the national dive squad. Read more.
Hey neighbours,
The royal tour is underway, and the Duke and Duchess will be covering quite a bit of ground across the country in the next few days.
Are you planning to line up and see Harry and Meghan? Perhaps you already spotted them during their first couple of outings in Wellington, or even … View moreHey neighbours,
The royal tour is underway, and the Duke and Duchess will be covering quite a bit of ground across the country in the next few days.
Are you planning to line up and see Harry and Meghan? Perhaps you already spotted them during their first couple of outings in Wellington, or even managed to have a chat?
To find out when and where you need to be to have the best chance of seeing Harry and Meghan, click here for our detailed tour breakdown.
For the latest on the royals' visit, click here.
Share your thoughts on the royal tour and your plans for meeting our special visitors in the replies below. (Please add "NFP/not for print" if you do not want your images/ comments used on Stuff)
Hello Southerners! Say goodbye to planning dinners with Bargain Box. You'll get fresh NZ produce and super-easy recipes the whole family will love delivered to your door. Tell us your favourite meal to cook before Monday 29 October and you could win a FREE Bargain Box of your choice!
Have your say about the future of civil defence emergency management in New Zealand.
We want to know what you think about a proposed National Disaster Resilience Strategy for New Zealand.
The strategy sets New Zealand’s vision and long-term goals for civil defence emergency management. It has a… View moreHave your say about the future of civil defence emergency management in New Zealand.
We want to know what you think about a proposed National Disaster Resilience Strategy for New Zealand.
The strategy sets New Zealand’s vision and long-term goals for civil defence emergency management. It has a strong focus on building community and societal disaster resilience to protect New Zealand’s prosperity and well-being.
Your input will help us to make the strategy relevant, and better able to meet its objectives, for all New Zealanders. You can view the proposed National Disaster Resilience Strategy and find out how to make a submission at www.civildefence.govt.nz...
The consultation will close on Friday, 7 December 2018.
Maintain your strength and balance with Live Stronger for Longer classes. You'll learn simple exercises in your local community to help keep you steady on your feet and reduce the risk of falls. These classes are safe and you’ll have fun while meeting new people in your community. Go to … View moreMaintain your strength and balance with Live Stronger for Longer classes. You'll learn simple exercises in your local community to help keep you steady on your feet and reduce the risk of falls. These classes are safe and you’ll have fun while meeting new people in your community. Go to livestronger.org.nz to find an approved class near you. Brought to you by ACC, Ministry of Health and Health Quality and Safety Commission.
Some Fonterra farmers are opening up their gates on Sunday 11 November, to show how they care for the environment and what they are doing to help protect it.
It’s also your chance to enjoy a fun family day out on the farm, where you can see where your milk comes from, chat to our farmers and … View moreSome Fonterra farmers are opening up their gates on Sunday 11 November, to show how they care for the environment and what they are doing to help protect it.
It’s also your chance to enjoy a fun family day out on the farm, where you can see where your milk comes from, chat to our farmers and sample our products, including our special edition Tip Top ice cream.
Book your free farm visit to secure your place and don't forget your gumboots! For more information visit Open Gates.
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