Thank you for using Neighbourly
Police raided a Dunedin home and uncovered some serious hardware.
Specialist officers recovering thousands of dollars of stolen property during a search warrant at a South Dunedin property on Wednesday.
Many of the items were builder's tools and equipment. Police also found a firearm, … View morePolice raided a Dunedin home and uncovered some serious hardware.
Specialist officers recovering thousands of dollars of stolen property during a search warrant at a South Dunedin property on Wednesday.
Many of the items were builder's tools and equipment. Police also found a firearm, ammunition and drugs.
A 30-year-old man was arrested at the house and would appear in the Dunedin District court on Tuesday.
"This is a significant seizure and reflective of the police focus on gangs and criminal activity," Otago Coastal Area Commander Inspector Marty Gray said.
Police wanted to hear from any other victims who had building equipment or tools stolen recently.
Anyone with information about gang activity, drugs or firearms could call 105 to report it, or anonymously via Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
It started when a wanted man came across the Dunedin police dog section and ended in a dog bite and …
It was billed as a place to alleviate the pressure of the growing number of freedom campers on seaside communities – and it appears to be working.
Dunedin's Thomas Burns St car park was converted to a freedom camping site in November 2018 after the city council accessed a $79,000 government… View moreIt was billed as a place to alleviate the pressure of the growing number of freedom campers on seaside communities – and it appears to be working.
Dunedin's Thomas Burns St car park was converted to a freedom camping site in November 2018 after the city council accessed a $79,000 government grant.
The new site, capable of accommodating 65 vehicles for a maximum of two nights each, was kitted out with a tap, portaloos, and a solar powered rubbish-compacting bin.
The site, nestled between the city's railway station and industrial area, was initially slow to attract freedom campers away from popular coastal communities such as Brighton, Warrington and Ocean View, but word quickly spread.
Police are standing by a top cop's $14,000 spend at an upmarket interior design store.
The taxpayer-funded spend-up was for remodelling the office of Southern District commander Superintendent Paul Basham, who oversees Otago and Southland.
The 2017 purchases from Moi on George in Dunedin … View morePolice are standing by a top cop's $14,000 spend at an upmarket interior design store.
The taxpayer-funded spend-up was for remodelling the office of Southern District commander Superintendent Paul Basham, who oversees Otago and Southland.
The 2017 purchases from Moi on George in Dunedin included a chair ($2604), console ($3348), desk ($2430), "meeting leaner" ($1644), six stools ($1978) and couch ($1040).
Read the full story here
This is very very old and needs complete restoration it’s free to someone who want to restore it 021442983
Sandy Urwin wanted to expand the retail offering within her small business Animal Natural Health Centre.
She considered raising funds by selling a stake to an investor but didn’t want to compromise on quality or her vision for the business. She decided to partner with Prospa to achieve her … View moreSandy Urwin wanted to expand the retail offering within her small business Animal Natural Health Centre.
She considered raising funds by selling a stake to an investor but didn’t want to compromise on quality or her vision for the business. She decided to partner with Prospa to achieve her dreams.
A small business loan helped Sandy increase the variety and volume of stock available for customers – ultimately boosting monthly turnover.
A quick overview of what was accomplished in 2019 with your support.
Leeann Barnett was 9 years old when she ran in front of a car, altering her life forever. Now 45, …
Do you have strong links into your community? Can you represent a wide range of people? We want to hear from you.
We’re looking for people for our new Local Advisory Committees, who can offer insight into what matters to your community.
Nominate yourself or someone you know today.
Concerts by Elton John, Queen, two Highlanders matches, 31 cruise ship visits, and the city hosting the Masters Games has prompted the council to transform the Octagon and surrounding city streets.
That includes temporarily closing the Octagon, similar to the trial during the Ed Sheeran concerts … View moreConcerts by Elton John, Queen, two Highlanders matches, 31 cruise ship visits, and the city hosting the Masters Games has prompted the council to transform the Octagon and surrounding city streets.
That includes temporarily closing the Octagon, similar to the trial during the Ed Sheeran concerts in Easter 2018.
A man jailed for stealing $50,000 worth of firearms is on the run from police and believed to be in …
Mira Meek should have been commemorating her late brother's birthday on Monday, but is instead putting posters around Mosgiel near Dunedin trying to find who may have his ashes.
Her brother, Todd Campbell, died aged 22 after an epileptic seizure in 2011.
Just before Christmas, her mother, … View moreMira Meek should have been commemorating her late brother's birthday on Monday, but is instead putting posters around Mosgiel near Dunedin trying to find who may have his ashes.
Her brother, Todd Campbell, died aged 22 after an epileptic seizure in 2011.
Just before Christmas, her mother, Ngairena Hibbs, donated items to the local Hospice shop, after downsizing her home. These included, by mistake, small metal urn and a small wooden box with gold inlay – each containing some of Campbell's ashes.
Do you have information about the items. Email hamish.mcneilly@stuff.co.nz
The summer months are the perfect time for entertaining friends and family, and whether it’s a dinner party or BBQ, good food will always be on the menu. But, did you know that half of all food poisoning occurs in the home? Follow the three simple Cs – clean, cook, chill to avoid getting ill … View moreThe summer months are the perfect time for entertaining friends and family, and whether it’s a dinner party or BBQ, good food will always be on the menu. But, did you know that half of all food poisoning occurs in the home? Follow the three simple Cs – clean, cook, chill to avoid getting ill this summer. We all want to keep our friends and families safe, so remember these easy steps while cooking.
Check out foodsafety.govt.nz/ccc for handy food safety tips.
© Neighbourly 2024
Loading…
