North Dunedin, Dunedin

2281 days ago

Poll: Is it okay for neighbours to use your rubbish bin?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

There has been a lot of discussions lately about the neighbourly etiquette when it comes to rubbish bins. We're sure everyone has had a moment when their bin is full on collection day and the question arises around what to do with the rest of the rubbish. We're keen to hear what you … View moreThere has been a lot of discussions lately about the neighbourly etiquette when it comes to rubbish bins. We're sure everyone has had a moment when their bin is full on collection day and the question arises around what to do with the rest of the rubbish. We're keen to hear what you think - is it okay to put rubbish in a neighbour's bin?

Is it fair game to use a neighbour's bin if it's out on the street? Vote in the poll below!

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Is it okay for neighbours to use your rubbish bin?
  • 15.8% No it's not okay!
    15.8% Complete
  • 52.8% It's okay if they ask first
    52.8% Complete
  • 30.7% Doesn't bother me
    30.7% Complete
  • 0.6% I have no opinion
    0.6% Complete
5566 votes
2281 days ago

Have your say on Trade for All

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade

We want to help all New Zealanders benefit from trade wherever they are. That’s why the Government is consulting New Zealanders to develop a Trade for All policy. We want to hear your views on trade policy and what matters most to you. Take our short poll, share your comments or make a submission… View moreWe want to help all New Zealanders benefit from trade wherever they are. That’s why the Government is consulting New Zealanders to develop a Trade for All policy. We want to hear your views on trade policy and what matters most to you. Take our short poll, share your comments or make a submission here.

- How can trade support sustainable economic development that takes into account the impact on our environment?
- How can trade benefit our regions and support women, Maori and small and medium enterprises to succeed globally?

Come to a public meeting or hui. You can find the details and register here.
Find more information about Trade for All and our current trade policy at www.haveyoursay.mfat.govt.nz

Have your say on Trade for All. Submissions close on 14 October 2018.
Have your say

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2282 days ago

Share your tomato-growing tips, and win a prize!

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

We are looking for great tomato growing tips and/or photos of your tomato harvest from last year. Do you have a piece of tomato growing wisdom to share with other New Zealand gardeners? Maybe a variety that does well for you, a way to treat or prevent diseases, or a recipe for homemade fertiliser. … View moreWe are looking for great tomato growing tips and/or photos of your tomato harvest from last year. Do you have a piece of tomato growing wisdom to share with other New Zealand gardeners? Maybe a variety that does well for you, a way to treat or prevent diseases, or a recipe for homemade fertiliser. Or do you have an amazing photo to share ... like this one from tomato enthusiast Minette Tonoli. Email us your tip (mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz) and/or share your pic in the comments... if we publish your tip or your photo we will send you a free copy of NZ Gardener magazine!

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2282 days ago

Urgent Volunteers Needed

Kristen Beardsmore from Age Concern Otago

We need you!

Age Concern Otago coordinates volunteer drivers who collectively deliver more than 500 hot two course meals to Dunedin clients every week.

Volunteers collect meals from one of the various sites around the city every lunchtime. Each run takes about an hour to complete.

Often … View more
We need you!

Age Concern Otago coordinates volunteer drivers who collectively deliver more than 500 hot two course meals to Dunedin clients every week.

Volunteers collect meals from one of the various sites around the city every lunchtime. Each run takes about an hour to complete.

Often our volunteers provide the only human contact with Meals on Wheels clients from day to day and both the volunteers and clients describe this as a rewarding experience.

If you can spare one hour, once or twice per month to deliver a hot lunch time meals to people in your community, please call Fiona on 03 479 3055 or email Mealsonwheels@ageconcernotago.co.nz

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2282 days ago

Adidas Sunglasses

David from South Dunedin

In original packaging, unused and brand new

Price: $95

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2283 days ago

Have you had this experience with a roofer?

The Team Reporter from Dunedin News

A young couple has been left high and dry by a runaway roofer. Dimitri Prokopovych moved from the Ukraine to New Zealand eight years ago, with the hope of starting a new life.

Now he and his Russian wife are about to sell their Dunedin home, after a roofer failed to finish the work despite being… View more
A young couple has been left high and dry by a runaway roofer. Dimitri Prokopovych moved from the Ukraine to New Zealand eight years ago, with the hope of starting a new life.

Now he and his Russian wife are about to sell their Dunedin home, after a roofer failed to finish the work despite being paid to complete the job. Read more here. Have you experienced anything similar? What do you think about this?

2283 days ago

Dunedin Crime Files - Monday

The Team Reporter from Dunedin News

A person has smashed a window at St Paul's Cathedral, in the Octagon, over the weekend.

It was unclear if someone broke into the church, or smashed it from outside, Senior Sergeant Trevor Thomson said.

Meanwhile, two Scott mountain bikes, valued at $2000, and two Honda CRF trail … View more
A person has smashed a window at St Paul's Cathedral, in the Octagon, over the weekend.

It was unclear if someone broke into the church, or smashed it from outside, Senior Sergeant Trevor Thomson said.

Meanwhile, two Scott mountain bikes, valued at $2000, and two Honda CRF trail motorbikes were stolen from a woolshed on Saddle Hill Rd last month.

The trail bikes were 150cc and 250cc respectively and were valued at $2500 each.

Police were also investigating report of a person trying to break-in at Cafe 55, on Clyde St, Balclutha, over the weekend.

2283 days ago

Spend a week in one of our holiday homes for free!

Manchester Unity Friendly Society

We're celebrating our launch on Neighbourly! Join Manchester Unity during September, October or November 2018 and take out a funeral benefit or join one of our medical schemes and be in the draw to spend a week in one of our holiday homes for free!*

Request a new member pack and start … View more
We're celebrating our launch on Neighbourly! Join Manchester Unity during September, October or November 2018 and take out a funeral benefit or join one of our medical schemes and be in the draw to spend a week in one of our holiday homes for free!*

Request a new member pack and start enjoying all the benefits of being a member of one of the oldest organisations in New Zealand.

- Enjoy kiwi holiday homes
- Meet like-minded people
- Save money
- Protect your family’s health
- Receive kids’ scholarships
- Enjoy togetherness

Use our national network of branches. We have 26 branches nationwide that we call Lodges. The Lodge is where we meet to organise projects that help local members, discuss the local and national business of Manchester Unity, learn meeting skills and get together with friends.

* dates subject to availability
Find out more

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2287 days ago

#Crimefiles Dunedin - Thursday

The Team Reporter from Dunedin News

Dunedin Police are investigating the mysterious slashing of motorcycle tyres.

Last week the owner of a Sidey St property discovered the two tyres of his Kawaski motorcycle had been slashed, Senior Sergeant Trevor Thomson said.

Police had also received a report of the theft of two hot water … View more
Dunedin Police are investigating the mysterious slashing of motorcycle tyres.

Last week the owner of a Sidey St property discovered the two tyres of his Kawaski motorcycle had been slashed, Senior Sergeant Trevor Thomson said.

Police had also received a report of the theft of two hot water cylinders The copper cylinders were likely sold for scrap, he said.

Meanwhile earlier this month, a burglar has stolen a desktop computer and television on Prince Albert Rd, St Kilda,

Further south, on Old Coach Rd, Clinton, someone has stolen a Mitsubishi Triton ute, valued at $25,000, and a double tandem trailer.

2285 days ago

Fairfield Hall Craft Market

Fiona from Saddle Hill Community

The next Fairfield hall Craft Market will be on Sunday 9th September, 10am to 1pm held at the Fairfield Community Hal. This is a regular market held on the 2nd Sunday of each month. Please contact Fiona Rae 0277150522 for information

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2285 days ago

Get in the to draw win this car!

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

This month we're giving away a car. Not just any car, but a brand new Suzuki Vitara worth $30,690 to one lucky member. To make sure you're in the draw just click the button below - it's that easy. Good luck! Winner

T&Cs apply.
Put me in the draw!

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