Larnachs Castle, Dunedin

Ryman’s Walk in Wednesdays

Ryman’s Walk in Wednesdays

Ryman villages across the country are open every Wednesday in November.

2140 days ago

The best gift you can leave…

The Staff from Avenal Park Funeral Home

So, why should you 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 … View more
So, why should you 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 known. You can record your specific preferences for your meaningful 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.
Website: www.avenalpark.co.nz
Contact us

Image
2142 days ago

Madam Woo to close Dunedin restaurant due to 'skilled labour shortages'

Nicole Reporter from Dunedin News

Eighteen jobs will be lost when Dunedin's Madam Woo restaurant closes this week – just three years after it opened.

The restaurant, which focuses on Malaysian hawker food, will close on Thursday, a note on the window of the Stuart St restaurant said.

"We have loved serving you, your … View more
Eighteen jobs will be lost when Dunedin's Madam Woo restaurant closes this week – just three years after it opened.

The restaurant, which focuses on Malaysian hawker food, will close on Thursday, a note on the window of the Stuart St restaurant said.

"We have loved serving you, your friends and family at Madam Woo," the note said.

"Ongoing skilled labour shortages" were cited as a reason for the Dunedin closure.

2141 days ago

Office Desks Going Cheap $30 ono each

Darryl from South Dunedin

4 Desks - 2 Desks 1m 64cm wide, 88cm deep, 70 cm high all have 5 drawers. Grey top desk corner to corner 2m 53cm, centre section deep 1m, sides 1m 80cm each, 60cm wide, 70cm High. Pine top, pine sides corner to corner 2m 51cm, corner section 1m 11cm, length of 2 sides 1m 80 cm each, 70cm deep, … View more4 Desks - 2 Desks 1m 64cm wide, 88cm deep, 70 cm high all have 5 drawers. Grey top desk corner to corner 2m 53cm, centre section deep 1m, sides 1m 80cm each, 60cm wide, 70cm High. Pine top, pine sides corner to corner 2m 51cm, corner section 1m 11cm, length of 2 sides 1m 80 cm each, 70cm deep, 70cm high. Will not deliver must take away as is or dismantle yourself if required. $30 each ono Phone/text Darryl 0272110228

Price: $30

2142 days ago

Do you return the ring after a break up?

Reporter Sunday Star Times

What happens when a proposal doesn't go smoothly? If the answer is a 'no' or perhaps an initial 'yes' followed by an 'I've changed my mind', then who gets to keep the ring? And what are the consumer ins and outs of trying to get a refund on a diamond … View moreWhat happens when a proposal doesn't go smoothly? If the answer is a 'no' or perhaps an initial 'yes' followed by an 'I've changed my mind', then who gets to keep the ring? And what are the consumer ins and outs of trying to get a refund on a diamond sparkler?

We're looking for individuals who are happy to share their story of a ring return: perhaps the break up was acrimonious and you've tried to cash in the ring yourself, or maybe your ex disappeared with the sparkler, never to be seen again. If you've got a story, please share it below (please add NFP if you don't want it used in print). And if you've got a really good story that'll take a little longer, please email kelly.dennett@stuff.co.nz.

Image
2142 days ago

Children's Day is Sunday 3 March 2019!

The Team from Children's Day

Put tamariki first and celebrate by hosting an event for the tamariki and whānau in your neighbourhood. It can be anything, big or small! Register your event on the Children's Day website www.childrensday.org.nz... www.youtube.com...

2142 days ago

Have you checked your NCEA results yet?

Paul Reporter from Stuff

Hi neighbours, It's the big day for Kiwi students - NCEA results are in!

Already more than 50,000 students have eagerly gone online to see how they fared. To read more, click here.

So students (and parents) - and be honest - are you happy with your results? Do you now wish you'd … View more
Hi neighbours, It's the big day for Kiwi students - NCEA results are in!

Already more than 50,000 students have eagerly gone online to see how they fared. To read more, click here.

So students (and parents) - and be honest - are you happy with your results? Do you now wish you'd studied more or are you stoked your hard work has paid off?

Image
2148 days ago

Poll: What do you think about Lime scooters coming to Dunedin?

Reporter Dunedin News

Lime scooters are tipped to hit Dunedin streets this week, with the launch expected on Thursday.

A Dunedin City Council spokeswoman said the council was not planning to mark the launch of the e-scooters, which will also be rolled-out in Hamilton, Tauranga, Wellington, and Queenstown. Council … View more
Lime scooters are tipped to hit Dunedin streets this week, with the launch expected on Thursday.

A Dunedin City Council spokeswoman said the council was not planning to mark the launch of the e-scooters, which will also be rolled-out in Hamilton, Tauranga, Wellington, and Queenstown. Council representatives had met with the company and "developed an agreement with them on safety messaging and reporting incidents". Read more here

Image
What do you think about Lime scooters coming to Dunedin?
  • 32.7% Looks like fun!
    32.7% Complete
  • 21.2% They will make travel easier
    21.2% Complete
  • 27.4% They are dangerous
    27.4% Complete
  • 8.8% I don't care - I won't use them!
    8.8% Complete
  • 8.8% We don't need them here!
    8.8% Complete
  • 0.9% Other (comment below!)
    0.9% Complete
113 votes
2142 days ago

Lime scooters are being left 'dangerous and illegal' places

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

A person who put a Lime scooter on rail tracks in Dunedin was putting people in danger, KiwiRail has told the ODT. Images on social media yesterday showed a scooter sliced in two after being left on the railway line near Abbotsford - there was no damage to the train or track but it was dangerous … View moreA person who put a Lime scooter on rail tracks in Dunedin was putting people in danger, KiwiRail has told the ODT. Images on social media yesterday showed a scooter sliced in two after being left on the railway line near Abbotsford - there was no damage to the train or track but it was dangerous and illegal.

Other scooters have been photographed in water, another on the Northen Motorway. Have you noticed Lime scooters in odd situations near you? Read more here

Image
2146 days ago

Is your paddling pool legal?

Sarah Reporter from Stuff

Hi neighbours,

Many people setting up paddling pools for their children this summer will be breaking the law - are you one of them?

Any pool, fixed or portable, deeper than 400mm is now subject to safety provisions under the Building Act, meaning there a quite a few rules you probably aren't… View more
Hi neighbours,

Many people setting up paddling pools for their children this summer will be breaking the law - are you one of them?

Any pool, fixed or portable, deeper than 400mm is now subject to safety provisions under the Building Act, meaning there a quite a few rules you probably aren't even aware of.

For example, do you have a 1.2-metre fixed childproof fence with a self-closing gate opening outwards?

What are your thoughts on paddling pool safety? If faced with an inspection, would your pool set-up pass? Do you think all these rules are essential? What are your tips for setting up a paddling pool safely?
To read more about how to keep your kids safe in and around pools, click here.
(Please add "NFP/not for print" if you do not want your images/ comments used on Stuff)

Image
2143 days ago

Make the most of the holidays and get decorating and $ave with Resene!

Resene

Now’s a great time to get decorating! Save on Resene premium paint, stains, primers, sealers, wallpaper, decorating accessories and cleaning products! Get the GST value taken off the price.

PLUS if you are a Resene DIY Cardholder you can get an extra 5% off! That’s 20% OFF for Resene … View more
Now’s a great time to get decorating! Save on Resene premium paint, stains, primers, sealers, wallpaper, decorating accessories and cleaning products! Get the GST value taken off the price.

PLUS if you are a Resene DIY Cardholder you can get an extra 5% off! That’s 20% OFF for Resene Cardholders!

If you don’t have a card, sign up free online, www.resene.co.nz/diycard or while you are at your local Resene ColorShop.

And if you need help choosing your paints, wood stains, colours or wallpapers, your local Resene ColorShop staff can help you with all the advice and inspiration you need!
Find out more!

Image
2146 days ago

House desperately needed.

Debbie from South Dunedin

Hi everyone, we are desperately in need of a 3 bedroom house in the South Dunedin side of town for my daughter her partner and my 3 young granddaughter's. The children are in School and Kindy so would prefer to not have to change them again if possible. My daughter doesn't drive and as … View moreHi everyone, we are desperately in need of a 3 bedroom house in the South Dunedin side of town for my daughter her partner and my 3 young granddaughter's. The children are in School and Kindy so would prefer to not have to change them again if possible. My daughter doesn't drive and as her partner will be in full time study she needs to be able to drop off and pick up the girl's on foot so on the flat would obviously be preferred if possible. This poor young family have been living in a motel since the beginning of August as they have had no luck getting a house. Their time is pretty much up to be able to stay at the motel so thing's are obviously extremely desperate as they have no where to go. This young family needs someone to give them a chance to give them a place to call home, they need stability the children need some grass to play on and their little dog needs his family back. There must be someone out there that can help. Please please help my young family 😔

2145 days ago

Remember to enter Resene Loveliest Letterbox!

Resene

There's been dozens of incredible entries in this year's Loveliest Letterbox competition. Which one is your favourite? Can you spot any from your neighbourhood?

Loveliest Letterbox is closing end of January so make sure you share colourful creations from your community asap. It's … View more
There's been dozens of incredible entries in this year's Loveliest Letterbox competition. Which one is your favourite? Can you spot any from your neighbourhood?

Loveliest Letterbox is closing end of January so make sure you share colourful creations from your community asap. It's as simple as loading a picture of a lovely letterbox in your neighbourhood or from your travels - and you could win one of four great prizes!
Enter now

Image
Top