Larnachs Castle, Dunedin

1647 days ago

Answers to your property price questions

Jo Haywood Reporter from Homed

Hey neighbours, we're all feeling the impact of the coronavirus pandemic right now, but lots of you have told us you're especially concerned about its effects on property prices in NZ. That's why we asked Quotable Value's general manager David Nagel to join us for a … View moreHey neighbours, we're all feeling the impact of the coronavirus pandemic right now, but lots of you have told us you're especially concerned about its effects on property prices in NZ. That's why we asked Quotable Value's general manager David Nagel to join us for a live Q&A to help answer your property questions.

We had a huge response, so if you sent in a question or dropped in for the chat, thank you. If you missed it, you can still check out the recap, here.

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1647 days ago

How To Be Inarguable

Alister from South Dunedin

People often love to weigh in on our choices & decisions. I have always trusted my gut or intuition. Those close to us can convince us that we need to justify our decisions to them using logic however this can be a downward spiral of crazy-making-ness πŸ˜–. Yes I made that word up just then … View morePeople often love to weigh in on our choices & decisions. I have always trusted my gut or intuition. Those close to us can convince us that we need to justify our decisions to them using logic however this can be a downward spiral of crazy-making-ness πŸ˜–. Yes I made that word up just then 😁🀩. If you know in your heart ❀ that something is right for you and you say you are doing it because that is how you feel - no-one can say that's wrong. Because that IS how you feel. If we let logic in on our "higher self" it can talk us out of anything... just because it can. It doesn't know what is right for us. Our higher self/universe/god does - tap in, listen, believe, receive.

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1647 days ago

Dunedin's proposed new CBD makeover revealed

Nicole Reporter from Dunedin News

Dunedin wants to become one of the "world's great small cities", and a redesigned central business district is a big part of that plan.

A report from O3 Collective notes there is an opportunity for the city's main street to become a destination ''that people want to … View more
Dunedin wants to become one of the "world's great small cities", and a redesigned central business district is a big part of that plan.

A report from O3 Collective notes there is an opportunity for the city's main street to become a destination ''that people want to spend time in and is a lively and active place to do business''.

The project, to be discussed by the city council on Monday, could include wider footpaths, more seating, increased planting, reduced speed for motorists, and better access to car park buildings.

Read more about the report and what it proposes here.

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1648 days ago

Best Anxiety Relief

Alister from South Dunedin

Human behaviour can be so fascinating. If you've ever watched Mad Men - a great show on Netflix - I jotted this quote down at the time because it is so true & amusing. Hope any jogged memories of your own "anythings" brings a smile to you. Sending out good vibes neighbours.

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1648 days ago

'I'm not risking my business for your regrowth' - hairdresser speaks out

Nicole Reporter from Dunedin News

Demanding customers wanting haircuts β€” and wanting them now β€” has prompted a salon owner to speak out about poor behaviour.

Laura Procter is working 12-hour days but her phone is going non-stop with constant requests for bookings.

That was unlikely as the owner of Bad Hair is fully booked-up … View more
Demanding customers wanting haircuts β€” and wanting them now β€” has prompted a salon owner to speak out about poor behaviour.

Laura Procter is working 12-hour days but her phone is going non-stop with constant requests for bookings.

That was unlikely as the owner of Bad Hair is fully booked-up until late June.

''The majority of people have been so lovely and so supportive, but there have been a couple of people who have been so ridiculous it makes you want to hide under your desk,'' the Dunedin hairdresser said. Continue reading here.

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1649 days ago

Recession Resilient Opportunity

Alister from Dream Big New Zealand

Tourism & Travel Extraordinaires whose livelihoods depend on these industries - if you are searching for more resilient opportunities we would like to speak with you today.

We operate in the timeless field of personal development; highly successful & growing at an accelerating rate in … View more
Tourism & Travel Extraordinaires whose livelihoods depend on these industries - if you are searching for more resilient opportunities we would like to speak with you today.

We operate in the timeless field of personal development; highly successful & growing at an accelerating rate in today's economy irrespective of external factors.

You will become a student & online marketer of our award winning Personal Development & Leadership products, online business opportunities & live events.

Visit our website www.dreambignewzealand.co.nz..., fill in our form & the CEO of Dream Big New Zealand will contact you personally.

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1650 days ago

It's Your Life

Alister from South Dunedin

Personal growth 🧐🌱 can empower πŸ‹οΈβ€β™€οΈπŸ‹οΈβ€β™‚οΈa person πŸ§β€β™€οΈπŸ§β€β™‚οΈ to gain βž•πŸ“ˆ
more control over their life πŸ†™ hence the following quote πŸ“œβœ’ . My experience is it doesn't happen overnight β˜ͺ- it does happen when we commit πŸ’πŸ˜± to it as a … View more
Personal growth 🧐🌱 can empower πŸ‹οΈβ€β™€οΈπŸ‹οΈβ€β™‚οΈa person πŸ§β€β™€οΈπŸ§β€β™‚οΈ to gain βž•πŸ“ˆ
more control over their life πŸ†™ hence the following quote πŸ“œβœ’ . My experience is it doesn't happen overnight β˜ͺ- it does happen when we commit πŸ’πŸ˜± to it as a daily πŸ“† practice πŸ§˜β€β™‚οΈπŸ”πŸ˜‡πŸ˜.

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1650 days ago

Crazy travel deals for Kiwis

Trupti Biradar Reporter from Stuff Travel

If you've ever wanted to travel NZ, now is the time. These deals are incredible value.

1650 days ago

'Mum and dad' landlords affected by law changes

Colleen Hawkes Reporter from Homed

The freeze on tenancy terminations has impacted 'Mum and dad' landlords in ways no-one could have predicted prior to Covid-19.

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1650 days ago

Nominate a favourite local for a Local Like!

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Got a local business that went over and above during lockdown? Is there one you’ve really missed - or one that's brightened your day? Maybe it’s a business who just needs a helping hand at the moment...

Nominate them for a Local Like! Your shoutout could appear as an advert on Stuff, on… View more
Got a local business that went over and above during lockdown? Is there one you’ve really missed - or one that's brightened your day? Maybe it’s a business who just needs a helping hand at the moment...

Nominate them for a Local Like! Your shoutout could appear as an advert on Stuff, on Neighbourly, or in your local paper. Plus you could win a bag of feijoas (or a $100 voucher to the business you nominate).
Nominate now

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1650 days ago

Mission Feedback – Join the conversation

Mission Feedback

As a nation, we recently held a moving ANZAC Day commemoration. So now is a good time to reflect on how we treat our military personnel during and after their service.Β It speaks volumes about who we are as New Zealanders.

Let’s not leave those who serve our country behind.

Can New Zealand … View more
As a nation, we recently held a moving ANZAC Day commemoration. So now is a good time to reflect on how we treat our military personnel during and after their service.Β It speaks volumes about who we are as New Zealanders.

Let’s not leave those who serve our country behind.

Can New Zealand do more to ensure that past, present and future service people - and their whānau – are recognised and supported?

Join the conversation now at missionfeedback.co.nz
Join now

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1651 days ago

Massive bill hike looms for Otago lines company customers

Nicole Reporter from Dunedin News

The Commerce Commission is reviewing a massive spend-up signalled by an Otago lines company.

Aurora Energy has signalled it needs to spend $400 million to address historic under-investment in its ageing power pole network which has led to safety issues and unplanned power cuts.

Aurora, under its … View more
The Commerce Commission is reviewing a massive spend-up signalled by an Otago lines company.

Aurora Energy has signalled it needs to spend $400 million to address historic under-investment in its ageing power pole network which has led to safety issues and unplanned power cuts.

Aurora, under its draft plan to the Commerce Commission, estimated an average household’s monthly electricity bill would increase by 18 per cent, or about $21 a month in residential line charges.

The final proposed line charges from the Dunedin City Council-owned company, via another holding company, would be known in June.

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1651 days ago

Poll: Should you take your shoes off at the front door?

Jo Haywood Reporter from Homed

Hey neighbours, how do you feel about this divisive household dilemma?

Is taking your shoes off in someone's home the right and hygienic thing to do, or do you see being asked to remove your shoes as a total imposition?

It's one of many home dilemmas we come across on Homed, along … View more
Hey neighbours, how do you feel about this divisive household dilemma?

Is taking your shoes off in someone's home the right and hygienic thing to do, or do you see being asked to remove your shoes as a total imposition?

It's one of many home dilemmas we come across on Homed, along with toilet paper over or under? cutlery up or down in the dishwasher? top sheet or no top sheet?, to name a few. Read more about the arguments for each and see how many people agree with you, here.

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Should you take your shoes off at the front door?
  • 50% Yes
    50% Complete
  • 3.1% No
    3.1% Complete
  • 46.9% Only in other people's homes, if they ask
    46.9% Complete
32 votes
1651 days ago

Reverse Equity Mortgage gives you options.

SBS Bank

Make the most of your retirement with less stress, and a whole lot of fun with SBS Unwind, a Reverse Equity Mortgage loan. The idea is simple – homeowners aged over 60 stay in their house but free up some money from the property to live their life.

Use the money however you like, while the … View more
Make the most of your retirement with less stress, and a whole lot of fun with SBS Unwind, a Reverse Equity Mortgage loan. The idea is simple – homeowners aged over 60 stay in their house but free up some money from the property to live their life.

Use the money however you like, while the flexible loan means regular payments aren’t required and you can repay all or some of the loan at any time.

For more details visit our website, contact your local SBS branch or call 0800 727 2265.

Eligibility Criteria, Terms and Conditions, and fees apply.
Find out more

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1651 days ago

Remembering…

The Staff from Avenal Park Funeral Home

Avenal Park Funeral Home in Invercargill continues to support families throughout this time. We can assist with:

● queries relating to funerals and headstones
● preplanning and prepayments
● funeral gatherings (under current restrictions)
● planning of memorial services (for a future … View more
Avenal Park Funeral Home in Invercargill continues to support families throughout this time. We can assist with:

● queries relating to funerals and headstones
● preplanning and prepayments
● funeral gatherings (under current restrictions)
● planning of memorial services (for a future date)
● personalised caskets
● use of our chapel and facilities
● monumental work – headstones, plaques and memorials
● meeting your needs and wishes the best we can

We are registered members of the Funeral Directors Association of New Zealand (FDANZ) and the New Zealand Master Monumental Masons Association (NZMMMA). Kia Kaha from the staff at Avenal Park Funeral Home
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