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1866 days ago

Dunedin's 35-year-old, hitch-hiking, Green Party mayor

Nicole Reporter from Dunedin News

Aaron Hawkins is 35 years old, a Green Party member, vegetarian, cannot drive and often hitch-hikes to work.

He's also now Dunedin's mayor.

Hawkins, a two-term city councillor, secured the seat from a field of 14 hopefuls, taking the reins from Dave Cull who did not seek re-election. … View more
Aaron Hawkins is 35 years old, a Green Party member, vegetarian, cannot drive and often hitch-hikes to work.

He's also now Dunedin's mayor.

Hawkins, a two-term city councillor, secured the seat from a field of 14 hopefuls, taking the reins from Dave Cull who did not seek re-election. Dunedin was one of 11 councils using a Single Transferable Vote (STV) system, which requires voters to rank their preferred candidates.

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1860 days ago

Bit on the side...

The Team from Resene ColorShop Dunedin

Make this easy rustic side table and paint in your favourite tonal Resene colours.

Make the most of this weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene.

Find out how to create this quick and easy project yourself

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1861 days ago

October special beginners yoga

Demelza from South Dunedin

Iyengar yoga Dunedin is offering a great discount for new students in October. 5 classes for $50.00, normally $65.00. Wednesday night at 5:45pm - 7:00pm or Tuesday or Thursday mornings 9:30am - 11:00am.
Iyengar yoga is safe and therapeutic with the use of props to allow even the stiffest of bodies… View more
Iyengar yoga Dunedin is offering a great discount for new students in October. 5 classes for $50.00, normally $65.00. Wednesday night at 5:45pm - 7:00pm or Tuesday or Thursday mornings 9:30am - 11:00am.
Iyengar yoga is safe and therapeutic with the use of props to allow even the stiffest of bodies to gain flexibility and suppleness. Contact Demelza to take advantage of this offer: demelza@iyengaryogadunedin.co.nz or Facebook page and website Iyengar yoga Dunedin or 0274 500 567 😊

1862 days ago

Be your best.

NumberWorks'nWords Dunedin

Our tutors build strong relationships with all our students! It’s one of our core values.

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1863 days ago

Buy-back and amnesty for prohibited firearms and parts

Southern District Police

After changes to firearm laws, the government introduced a six month amnesty period. This means that anyone with firearms and parts that are no longer legal have until 20 December 2019 to hand them in to Police.

Police are providing a number of ways for people to hand-in their firearms or … View more
After changes to firearm laws, the government introduced a six month amnesty period. This means that anyone with firearms and parts that are no longer legal have until 20 December 2019 to hand them in to Police.

Police are providing a number of ways for people to hand-in their firearms or parts, including Police-run collection events - bit.ly...

If you can’t make a collection event, check whether there is a dealer near you - bit.ly...

If you think you have a unique prohibited item and are eligible to apply for compensation, find out how you can do that here - bit.ly...

Some firearms can also be modified and there is also a list of approved gunsmiths eligible to do the work - bit.ly...

FAQ’s here - bit.ly... or call 0800 311 311.

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1863 days ago

Join the Beaurepaires Club Today!

Anna Smith from Beaurepaires Dunedin Andersons Bay Road

Hey Neighbours!

Want access to exclusive deals like this?

Join the Beaurepaires Club for free and not only will we update you on our promotions so you never miss a deal, but you’ll receive exclusive members only discounts, special Airpoints™ offers, monthly prize draws, Facebook competitions … View more
Hey Neighbours!

Want access to exclusive deals like this?

Join the Beaurepaires Club for free and not only will we update you on our promotions so you never miss a deal, but you’ll receive exclusive members only discounts, special Airpoints™ offers, monthly prize draws, Facebook competitions and more!

It couldn’t be easier join - just click READ MORE and visit the Beaurepaires Club page to join and view these deals. Your vehicle will thank you for it!

1864 days ago

Mystery after squatters leave abandoned Dunedin property covered in rubbish

Nicole Reporter from Dunedin News

A three-bedroom house for sale by mortgagee auction was left a mess by squatters, neighbours say.

Behind the padlocked door is a former family home, which – according to the Trade Me photos – was left strewn with rubbish, including plastic bags and discarded household items.

The Musselburgh … View more
A three-bedroom house for sale by mortgagee auction was left a mess by squatters, neighbours say.

Behind the padlocked door is a former family home, which – according to the Trade Me photos – was left strewn with rubbish, including plastic bags and discarded household items.

The Musselburgh property, which was listed for sale on October 2, will be sold at a mortgagee auction on October 30.

1864 days ago

'Turn our grief into action'. Student cleanup honours Sophia Crestani

Nicole Reporter from Dunedin News

It should have been a normal Sunday morning on the notorious student street of Castle St North, but it was anything but typical.

Students, joined by university staff and the wider Dunedin public, turned up in their thousands to honour the wishes of the Wellington-based family of Sophia Crestani,… View more
It should have been a normal Sunday morning on the notorious student street of Castle St North, but it was anything but typical.

Students, joined by university staff and the wider Dunedin public, turned up in their thousands to honour the wishes of the Wellington-based family of Sophia Crestani, 19, who was killed at a student flat party on October 5.

1864 days ago

Poll: Will you be celebrating Halloween?

Neighbourly.co.nz

Halloween is coming up on October 31, and there'll be lots of spooktacular-ly dressed trick or treaters around the neighbourhood!

Are you looking forward to seeing them? Will you be celebrating Halloween?

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Will you be celebrating Halloween?
  • 10.9% I love it - one of my favorite times of the year
    10.9% Complete
  • 2.5% I use it as an excuse to dress up!
    2.5% Complete
  • 21.7% Hate it - we shouldn't celebrate evil and darkness
    21.7% Complete
  • 36.4% It's a nuisance - I won't be answering the door on the night
    36.4% Complete
  • 28.6% It's just like any other day for me
    28.6% Complete
2266 votes
1868 days ago

Does your cat deserve some plush furnishings?

The Team from Resene ColorShop Dunedin

Your cat will love this easy-to make contemporary cat tree. Paint in Resene testpots to complement your décor or accent it.

Make the most of this weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene.

Find out how to create this quick and easy project yourself

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1865 days ago

Term 4

NumberWorks'nWords Dunedin

We look forward to seeing you this week.

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1865 days ago

Police seeking witnesses to serious assault

Neighbourly.co.nz

Police are urging members of the public to come forward with information following an early morning assault in Dunedin.

The unprovoked attack happened outside Rodgers House at the intersection of Princes and Dowling streets around 2.45am on Saturday. The victim was taken to Dunedin Hospital in … View more
Police are urging members of the public to come forward with information following an early morning assault in Dunedin.

The unprovoked attack happened outside Rodgers House at the intersection of Princes and Dowling streets around 2.45am on Saturday. The victim was taken to Dunedin Hospital in a serious condition.

If you have any information, please contact Police on 105 or 0800 555 111.

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1865 days ago

Win a double pass to the 2020 House Tours

The Team from NZ House & Garden Tours

NZ House & Garden House Tours are coming to a region near you!
February and March 2020, we invite you to step inside the pages of one of New Zealand’s favourite magazines for a day of indulgence visiting exquisite homes and gardens, all in support of Breast Cancer Foundation NZ.

This … View more
NZ House & Garden House Tours are coming to a region near you!
February and March 2020, we invite you to step inside the pages of one of New Zealand’s favourite magazines for a day of indulgence visiting exquisite homes and gardens, all in support of Breast Cancer Foundation NZ.

This year we’re heading to five fabulous locations: Bay of Islands, Taupō, New Plymouth, Blenheim and Dunedin - which of these summer destinations would you love to head to?

Tell us your preferred destination and your favourite local hot-spot via this link to be in to win a double pass to the House Tour of your choice!

Entries close 24th October 2019.
Enter now

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1865 days ago

Wanted to Buy

Lisa from South Dunedin

I am wanting to buy any Crown Lynn in Seascape pattern that you may have tucked away. See photo for what it looks like

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