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2589 days ago

Poll: Should Dunedin consumers boycott Cadbury products?

The Team Reporter from Dunedin News

An Oamaru company that failed in talks with Cadbury's owner to keep making Jaffas, Pineapple Lumps and other confectionery in New Zealand. The company's boss says it's now up to consumers to support local firms after it was decided to take production of Cadbury products to Australia.… View moreAn Oamaru company that failed in talks with Cadbury's owner to keep making Jaffas, Pineapple Lumps and other confectionery in New Zealand. The company's boss says it's now up to consumers to support local firms after it was decided to take production of Cadbury products to Australia. Do you agree? Read more: www-alpha.stuff.co.nz...

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Should Dunedin consumers boycott Cadbury products?
  • 81% Yes, let's support local firms
    81% Complete
  • 5.2% No, I don't mind where my chocolate is made
    5.2% Complete
  • 13.8% Unsure if it will make a difference
    13.8% Complete
  • 0% Other (comment below)
    0% Complete
58 votes
2589 days ago

Announcing Resene Colour your Community! *WIN*

Resene

Neighbourly and Resene are challenging you to Colour your Community! This is a chance to make a positive difference in your neighbourhood by transforming an area that needs a splash of paint. There's six prizes of up to $1000 worth of Resene paints, wood stains and accessories up for grabs!

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Neighbourly and Resene are challenging you to Colour your Community! This is a chance to make a positive difference in your neighbourhood by transforming an area that needs a splash of paint. There's six prizes of up to $1000 worth of Resene paints, wood stains and accessories up for grabs!

Whether it's a new mural for your community hall, a graffiti clean up or a local playground paint job, Colour Your Community lets you paint the town red (or green or blue). Apply now on behalf of your organisation, business, or for your own community project.
Apply for paint!

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2591 days ago

Fundraising Concert Iona Church Port Chalmers

Sue from North Dunedin

The Port Chalmers & District Lions are holding a Fundraising Concert for the Stage 3 Restoration of Iona Church. Sunday 29th October @ 2 pm, Iona Church, Church Street, Port Chalmers. Featuring Gladys Hope, Peter Chin, Heather Clough, Richard Warwick, James Adams & Hayley Lyndom. Plus a … View moreThe Port Chalmers & District Lions are holding a Fundraising Concert for the Stage 3 Restoration of Iona Church. Sunday 29th October @ 2 pm, Iona Church, Church Street, Port Chalmers. Featuring Gladys Hope, Peter Chin, Heather Clough, Richard Warwick, James Adams & Hayley Lyndom. Plus a fantastic line up of other performers. Tickets $15 available from: Port Chalmers Pharmacy, Digiart in Port Chalmers, Design Garden 205 St Andrew St, Dunedin and Beggs Music Works Cnr Stuart St & Moray Pl, Dunedin. Tickets also at the door on the day but only if not sold beforehand. Contact Lion Sue 03 473 8268 or Lion Les 03 472 7050 to reserve your tickets! Come and enjoy gods music and support a great cause.

2598 days ago

There is still time to win!

Electric Kiwi

So far hundreds of you have filled in our power survey and 66% of you say that price is the main reason for choosing a power company. What are your thoughts? Fill in our short Power Survey and one lucky Neighbourly member will win a $500 Prezzy® card. Visit Electric Kiwi

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2600 days ago

Help support Youthline

The Warehouse New Zealand

Did you know New Zealand’s youth suicide rate is the highest in the developed world? We're partnering with Youthline to help break the silence! You can support them too by buying a $2 pen or making a donation at your local The Warehouse Store. Your support will ensure that every call to … View moreDid you know New Zealand’s youth suicide rate is the highest in the developed world? We're partnering with Youthline to help break the silence! You can support them too by buying a $2 pen or making a donation at your local The Warehouse Store. Your support will ensure that every call to Youthline gets answered, every text gets responded to and every email is answered. Find out more

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2601 days ago

It's here!

The Team from Department of Conservation

Conservation Week has arrived, which means it's time to show your backyard some love.

There are lots of ways you can get involved. You could set up a backyard trap, participate in a community conservation event, plant a native tree or clean up a local beach.

Check out this blog post … View more
Conservation Week has arrived, which means it's time to show your backyard some love.

There are lots of ways you can get involved. You could set up a backyard trap, participate in a community conservation event, plant a native tree or clean up a local beach.

Check out this blog post for more ideas: How to take part this Conservation Week

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2602 days ago

Charity Chair Auction this Sunday!

The Team from Resene ColorShop Dunedin

Hi Dunedin neighbours - we'd love you to join us this Sunday at the Love Waltz (with fireworks!) CHAIRity auction.

Come along at 2pm on Sunday 15 October to our Resene Colorshop (172 Crawford Street) to see 40 spectacular chairs painted by local artists up for auction. All of these chairs … View more
Hi Dunedin neighbours - we'd love you to join us this Sunday at the Love Waltz (with fireworks!) CHAIRity auction.

Come along at 2pm on Sunday 15 October to our Resene Colorshop (172 Crawford Street) to see 40 spectacular chairs painted by local artists up for auction. All of these chairs have been carefully painted with colours from Resene and will make a wonderfully colourful addition to your home. Come along, check out the art and support a great cause.

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2604 days ago

Why we're handing over a house...

The Team from Jennian Homes

Next month we’re hitting an incredible milestone - 35 years of building the homes kiwis love and being a part of your community.

We’ve also been proudly supporting the Heart Foundation since 2007. This Friday we’re handing over our 50th home built for the Heart Foundation lottery.

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Next month we’re hitting an incredible milestone - 35 years of building the homes kiwis love and being a part of your community.

We’ve also been proudly supporting the Heart Foundation since 2007. This Friday we’re handing over our 50th home built for the Heart Foundation lottery.

With 35 years in the industry you can count on us ‘seeing it all before’ and that’s why we’re keen to share our skills, passion, and knowledge within our local communities.

We’re extending an invitation to Neighbourly members in your area to a free and locally run information session, open to any new-home builder, no matter what level of experience. Book a complimentary seat now for your local info session.
Book now

2605 days ago

Stay safe, stay informed

The Team from Ministry of Civil Defence & Emergency Management

It's Get Ready Week, the perfect time for all of us to make sure we’re prepared for an emergency

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2613 days ago

Poll: Should students involved in an initiation party face expulsion from uni?

Reporter Dunedin News

Students involved in an initiation party, which included a participant being urinated on, could face expulsion from Otago University. Do you think their punishment is reasonable? What do you think could be done about this? Should students be left to their own devices or should the university get … View moreStudents involved in an initiation party, which included a participant being urinated on, could face expulsion from Otago University. Do you think their punishment is reasonable? What do you think could be done about this? Should students be left to their own devices or should the university get involved?

Should students involved in an initiation party face expulsion from uni?
  • 60.9% Yes, they should be expelled
    60.9% Complete
  • 20.9% No, it's not the university's decision
    20.9% Complete
  • 10% No, let them have fun
    10% Complete
  • 8.2% Other (comment below)
    8.2% Complete
110 votes
2608 days ago

Conservation Week photo competition

The Team from Department of Conservation

It's competition time! Show us how you're loving your backyard this Conservation Week , and you could win a conservation experience on iconic Ulva Island/Te Wharawhara !

You could be setting up a backyard trap, participating in a community conservation group, planting a native tree … View more
It's competition time! Show us how you're loving your backyard this Conservation Week , and you could win a conservation experience on iconic Ulva Island/Te Wharawhara !

You could be setting up a backyard trap, participating in a community conservation group, planting a native tree or cleaning up beaches or streams.

Find out more here:
www.doc.govt.nz...

#LoveMyBackYard #ConservationWeek

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2609 days ago

Don't be an egg, win a $200 Prezzy® card!

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Our friends at Electric Kiwi presented us with a challenge - so we had a crack... Check out our “Don’t be an egg” video! We think it’s pretty egg-septional.

Think you can do a better job than the Neighbourly team? We’re egg-stending the challenge to Neighbourly members, and there’s a… View more
Our friends at Electric Kiwi presented us with a challenge - so we had a crack... Check out our “Don’t be an egg” video! We think it’s pretty egg-septional.

Think you can do a better job than the Neighbourly team? We’re egg-stending the challenge to Neighbourly members, and there’s a $200 Prezzy® card on offer for one lucky Neighbourly member.

Simply post your "Don't be an egg, switch to the Kiwi" clip on Electric Kiwi’s Facebook page with the hashtag #SwitchToTheKiwi, and tag Neighbourly in your message to let us know you’ve entered. Check out Electric Kiwi's competition guidelines here.

We'll announce the Neighbourly winner on 31 October 2017, so you better get cracking!

2611 days ago

Plant these... stamps?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

You read that right! Why not try something new this spring and grow your own collection of these special seeded stamps from New Zealand Post (philately sure is different in the 21st century). These gummed stamps are affixed with seeds (also available without seeds) and come with growing … View moreYou read that right! Why not try something new this spring and grow your own collection of these special seeded stamps from New Zealand Post (philately sure is different in the 21st century). These gummed stamps are affixed with seeds (also available without seeds) and come with growing instructions. Available singly or in sets as well as miniature sheets and first day covers. NZ Post has more information on its website.

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2611 days ago

Does Dunedin need high-rise buildings?

The Team Reporter from Dunedin News

The Dunedin City Council has rejected a proposed five-star hotel and apartments in the CBD. The application for the 17-storey hotel was declined due to it being a "non-complying activity", the council said. What did you think about the proposed 17-storey building? Do you think we need … View moreThe Dunedin City Council has rejected a proposed five-star hotel and apartments in the CBD. The application for the 17-storey hotel was declined due to it being a "non-complying activity", the council said. What did you think about the proposed 17-storey building? Do you think we need more in the city? Do you think the Council was right to decline the proposal?

2611 days ago

Congratulations to our winners!

Student Job Search

Congratulations to our winners! Check your emails to see if you have won 5 hours of household help from Student Job Search. Thank you to everyone who entered - If you’re still looking for some extra help at home (or at the office!) you can list a job for FREE online with Student Job Search, or … View moreCongratulations to our winners! Check your emails to see if you have won 5 hours of household help from Student Job Search. Thank you to everyone who entered - If you’re still looking for some extra help at home (or at the office!) you can list a job for FREE online with Student Job Search, or call 0800 757 565 and we’ll find a local student in your neighbourhood to get the job done! Find out more

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