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For the Your Place survey we've put together a series of questions which should provide us with a comprehensive set of data that will be analysed and put in context for us by a team from AUT University.
… View moreDo you trust your council? Do you feel safe at home? Take our survey about your town.
For the Your Place survey we've put together a series of questions which should provide us with a comprehensive set of data that will be analysed and put in context for us by a team from AUT University.
We'd love to hear from you. Find out more here.
An iconic part of Dunedin student culture has been lost again, with The Captain Cook Hotel set to cl…
The local elections are a great opportunity to decide on who we want to represent our communities over the next three years.
With elections just around the corner, this is a good time to pinpoint the issues that affect you and are important to you. Being clear on this is a first step in knowing… View moreThe local elections are a great opportunity to decide on who we want to represent our communities over the next three years.
With elections just around the corner, this is a good time to pinpoint the issues that affect you and are important to you. Being clear on this is a first step in knowing what you want your local councillors to support or who to vote for. What are the issues you want your next local council to focus on?
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The Dunedin branch of the YWCA began in 1878 – becoming the first YWCA in the southern hemisphere – but that 141-year-old history has come to an abrupt end.
The split comes after the board of the Dunedin branch unanimously voted to disestablish its group from the national body. The move became… View moreThe Dunedin branch of the YWCA began in 1878 – becoming the first YWCA in the southern hemisphere – but that 141-year-old history has come to an abrupt end.
The split comes after the board of the Dunedin branch unanimously voted to disestablish its group from the national body. The move became effective on July 7.
It doesn’t matter if you are young or old - recovering from problematic alcohol or drug use is not easy and you don't have to do this on your own.
At The Retreat NZ, we know, from first-hand experience, what works and we give you the tools that will help you or your family member … View moreIt doesn’t matter if you are young or old - recovering from problematic alcohol or drug use is not easy and you don't have to do this on your own.
At The Retreat NZ, we know, from first-hand experience, what works and we give you the tools that will help you or your family member achieve long term sobriety.
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Calling all Get Growing lovers! NZ Gardener's ezine is in the running to win the Magshop People's Choice Award in the Webstar Magazine Media Awards. Click through to their website to vote daily and help us win!
Each vote counts as an entry to win this De'Longhi espresso machine … View moreCalling all Get Growing lovers! NZ Gardener's ezine is in the running to win the Magshop People's Choice Award in the Webstar Magazine Media Awards. Click through to their website to vote daily and help us win!
Each vote counts as an entry to win this De'Longhi espresso machine valued at $1,099 or an Icona Capitals kettle and toaster package valued at $369. Simply register your details once, then vote here each day until voting closes on September 4.
There can be only one, but 14 people will battle for the vacant Dunedin mayoralty.
As nominations for the local body elections closed on Friday at noon, 37 signalled their intentions to run for council, which has 14 vacancies.
Fourteen of those council hopefuls were also eyeing up the top job.
… View moreThere can be only one, but 14 people will battle for the vacant Dunedin mayoralty.
As nominations for the local body elections closed on Friday at noon, 37 signalled their intentions to run for council, which has 14 vacancies.
Fourteen of those council hopefuls were also eyeing up the top job.
Earlier this year, three-term Dunedin mayor Dave Cull, 69, confirmed he was not seeking reelection as mayor or standing for councillor at this year's local body elections.
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Are we happier owning our own home or renting?
It turns out one answer does not fit all.
Some people feel more "grounded" owning their own home, giving them the feeling they're planning for the future and creating a legacy. But there are people who think the opposite. Read more
New Zealand is one of the happiest countries in the world, but how do you even define happiness?
There's a growing body of research on happiness showing the things that make us happier, and things that detract from our happiness. Read more from our "Good Life Guide" here.
A Dunedin wholesalers was left covered in black smoke after workers filmed themselves doing burnouts with a forklift and a work car.
The 2-minute, 19-second clip was filmed inside Wing on Wholesale on Strathallan St on Friday afternoon, then uploaded to social media.
WorkSafe confirmed it had not… View moreA Dunedin wholesalers was left covered in black smoke after workers filmed themselves doing burnouts with a forklift and a work car.
The 2-minute, 19-second clip was filmed inside Wing on Wholesale on Strathallan St on Friday afternoon, then uploaded to social media.
WorkSafe confirmed it had not been notified about the incident.
A spokeswoman said it was "up to the business to manage risks to staff in the workplace".
Passengers flying from Dunedin do not need to worry about their privacy after the country's first body scanners for domestic flights opened at the southern airport, authorities say.
Advanced imaging technology – commonly known as body scanners – opened in Dunedin for domestic jet services… View morePassengers flying from Dunedin do not need to worry about their privacy after the country's first body scanners for domestic flights opened at the southern airport, authorities say.
Advanced imaging technology – commonly known as body scanners – opened in Dunedin for domestic jet services on Monday afternoon.
Dunedin is the first place to launch the technology for domestic passengers, Aviation Security general manager operations Karen Urwin says.
"We cannot see any actual outline of the human body, we can't see anything that is personal," she says.
So, why pre-plan your funeral?
- Peace of mind – relieves some of the stress for those left behind, as you have left a plan of what you want. Provides information and answers to questions asked.
- Financial security – eases the burden off your family. Also, currently $10,000 is exempt … View moreSo, why pre-plan your funeral?
- Peace of mind – relieves some of the stress for those left behind, as you have left a plan of what you want. Provides information and answers to questions asked.
- Financial security – eases the burden off your family. Also, currently $10,000 is exempt from rest home asset testing.
- Personalisation - your wishes are made known. You can record specific preferences for your funeral, to be celebrated as you want to be remembered.
- You have control until the end – taking care of your funeral arrangements is a thoughtful and caring thing to do for your family.
- Provides comfort to others – a meaningful funeral is an important event for your family and friends. It brings a sense of closure and enables your family to begin the healing process.
From preplanning and/or prearranging of funerals, to looking after you when your loved one dies, through to designing and organising of memorials, the team at Avenal Park Funeral Home are here for you.
For more information, or to discuss prearranging and preplanning your funeral, contact Nigel, Donna, Chris or Mel at Avenal Park Funeral Home on 03 218 9021 or visit us at 75 Fox Street, Invercargill.
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