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A Dunedin wholesalers was left covered in black smoke after workers filmed themselves doing burnouts with a forklift and a work car.
The 2-minute, 19-second clip was filmed inside Wing on Wholesale on Strathallan St on Friday afternoon, then uploaded to social media.
WorkSafe confirmed it had not… View moreA Dunedin wholesalers was left covered in black smoke after workers filmed themselves doing burnouts with a forklift and a work car.
The 2-minute, 19-second clip was filmed inside Wing on Wholesale on Strathallan St on Friday afternoon, then uploaded to social media.
WorkSafe confirmed it had not been notified about the incident.
A spokeswoman said it was "up to the business to manage risks to staff in the workplace".
Passengers flying from Dunedin do not need to worry about their privacy after the country's first body scanners for domestic flights opened at the southern airport, authorities say.
Advanced imaging technology – commonly known as body scanners – opened in Dunedin for domestic jet services… View morePassengers flying from Dunedin do not need to worry about their privacy after the country's first body scanners for domestic flights opened at the southern airport, authorities say.
Advanced imaging technology – commonly known as body scanners – opened in Dunedin for domestic jet services on Monday afternoon.
Dunedin is the first place to launch the technology for domestic passengers, Aviation Security general manager operations Karen Urwin says.
"We cannot see any actual outline of the human body, we can't see anything that is personal," she says.
So, why 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 … View moreSo, why 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 made known. You can record specific preferences for your 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.
Stuff's new podcast, Out of My Mind, is a series of true stories about mental health, told by the people who’ve been there.
In each episode, one person talks to journalist Adam Dudding about their life, and the view from inside their head. These first-person dispatches from the front … View moreStuff's new podcast, Out of My Mind, is a series of true stories about mental health, told by the people who’ve been there.
In each episode, one person talks to journalist Adam Dudding about their life, and the view from inside their head. These first-person dispatches from the front lines of mental health are moving, yet also full of moments of surprise, tenderness and humour.
There are seven episodes. Two are available now and the following five will be released each Monday. Listen to the latest podcast here.
We want to say a huge thank you to Warehouse Stationery and their customers for their support of our Aspire Youth Programme. Over the past four years, Warehouse Stationery’s Add a Dollar Appeal has raised more than a quarter of a million dollars to help young Kiwis overcome their challenges and … View moreWe want to say a huge thank you to Warehouse Stationery and their customers for their support of our Aspire Youth Programme. Over the past four years, Warehouse Stationery’s Add a Dollar Appeal has raised more than a quarter of a million dollars to help young Kiwis overcome their challenges and achieve success!
More than 1,000 young people have completed the Aspire programme, and thanks to the generosity of Warehouse Stationery customers, many more will get the chance to take part in the course in the future.
If dads were to have a superpower, it would be to share invaluable life advice. The type of advice that, while unwelcome at the time, stays with you year after year.
To celebrate Father’s Day, we ask you to share your dad’s unique brand of wisdom with New Zealand. Friend, joker, bee sting … View moreIf dads were to have a superpower, it would be to share invaluable life advice. The type of advice that, while unwelcome at the time, stays with you year after year.
To celebrate Father’s Day, we ask you to share your dad’s unique brand of wisdom with New Zealand. Friend, joker, bee sting remover, hero.
Share your dad’s life lessons and be in to win a $500* Prezzy card.
Click here to share your dad’s nuggets of wisdom – and be in to win $500*.
T's & C's apply*.
OPINION: Over two days I developed an uneasy feeling I was in a Monty Python sketch with no obvious punchline.
Instead of silly walks or dead parrots I witnessed the absurdity of our country's bureaucracy firsthand.
Come with me on my journey into the beating heart of an Environmental … View moreOPINION: Over two days I developed an uneasy feeling I was in a Monty Python sketch with no obvious punchline.
Instead of silly walks or dead parrots I witnessed the absurdity of our country's bureaucracy firsthand.
Come with me on my journey into the beating heart of an Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) hearing. (Click the link below to continue reading).
With the extra power you use over winter, plus the extra time you spend indoors, it’s no wonder your power bills have a habit of getting bigger this time of year.
But there’s an easy and quick way to check you’re on the best deal, at WhatsMyNumber.org.nz
On average, New Zealand … View moreWith the extra power you use over winter, plus the extra time you spend indoors, it’s no wonder your power bills have a habit of getting bigger this time of year.
But there’s an easy and quick way to check you’re on the best deal, at WhatsMyNumber.org.nz
On average, New Zealand households could save $207 a year by switching their power deal. Even if you’ve checked before visit WhatsMyNumber.org.nz to see what you could save.
The Neighbourly team recognises the value of the site for assessing community need and for this reason, we have a number of features perfect for election purposes.
Any campaigning should take place away from the general noticeboard. We've got a few options to help ensure your message is … View moreThe Neighbourly team recognises the value of the site for assessing community need and for this reason, we have a number of features perfect for election purposes.
Any campaigning should take place away from the general noticeboard. We've got a few options to help ensure your message is getting out to Neighbourly members. We'd suggest starting your own group on Neighbourly - this is a great way to connect with those who want to get updates about your candidacy.
We also have business profiles available for all candidates if you would like your messages to appear on the Neighbourly noticeboard. As well as this, we have special Neighbourly Advertising rates for election candidates. Get in touch with us to find out more.
Already an elected official? Neighbourly also offers all elected officials the option of creating an organisation profile to connect with those in their electorate - although these profiles should not be used for campaigning.
If you have any questions or need any assistance then let us know!
Grab your friends and spring into the warmer months by joining Red Cross Journey. The benefits of walking 10,000 steps a day are endless! Regular exercise relieves stress, improves memory, helps you sleep better and boosts your overall mood.
Let's start planning some awesome outdoor … View moreGrab your friends and spring into the warmer months by joining Red Cross Journey. The benefits of walking 10,000 steps a day are endless! Regular exercise relieves stress, improves memory, helps you sleep better and boosts your overall mood.
Let's start planning some awesome outdoor activities for September and clock up your steps! Sign up to Red Cross Journey today by visiting our website: bit.ly...
Check out this awesome list of places to discover in Aotearoa by Department of Conservation : bit.ly...
Our mission is to make Aotearoa the kindest place on earth and we can’t do it alone. It’s the Good Bitches Baking He Wiki Tono - Appeal Week and we need your help to keep the ovens on and the kindness flowing. One $5 donation helps us share a moment of sweetness with around 20 people!
Every… View moreOur mission is to make Aotearoa the kindest place on earth and we can’t do it alone. It’s the Good Bitches Baking He Wiki Tono - Appeal Week and we need your help to keep the ovens on and the kindness flowing. One $5 donation helps us share a moment of sweetness with around 20 people!
Every dollar helps so please help us out during our appeal week and donate at our Givealittle page.
Learn more about what we do and how to volunteer on our website.
MetService has issued a heavy rain watch for the following:
Area: Tararua Range.
Valid: 31 hours from 4:00pm Saturday to 11:00pm Sunday.
Forecast: Periods of heavy rain. Rainfall accumulations may approach Warning criteria.
Area: Dunedin.
Valid: 37 hours from 10:00am Saturday to 11:00pm … View moreMetService has issued a heavy rain watch for the following:
Area: Tararua Range.
Valid: 31 hours from 4:00pm Saturday to 11:00pm Sunday.
Forecast: Periods of heavy rain. Rainfall accumulations may approach Warning criteria.
Area: Dunedin.
Valid: 37 hours from 10:00am Saturday to 11:00pm Sunday.
Forecast: Snow is expected above 300 to 400 metres, with periods of heavy rain below the snow level. Rainfall accumulations may approach Warning criteria. Keep up to date here
In this week's issue of Get Growing we tell you to cosset seedlings, thatch your compost, prune apple trees, be snow smart, consider a hedgerow and plant magnolias (blooming since the dinosaurs!). Meet Janis Dougan from Eden Garden and enter to win NZ Gardener's DIY Garden Design and a … View moreIn this week's issue of Get Growing we tell you to cosset seedlings, thatch your compost, prune apple trees, be snow smart, consider a hedgerow and plant magnolias (blooming since the dinosaurs!). Meet Janis Dougan from Eden Garden and enter to win NZ Gardener's DIY Garden Design and a fantastic azalea prize pack from Blue Mountain Nurseries.
Delivered every Friday to your email inbox, Get Growing digital magazine offers seasonal gardening advice from the NZ Gardener magazine's team of experts. Each week we answer all your burning questions on raising fruit and veges and tell you the top tasks to do in your backyard this weekend. Subscribe here:
Remember potato printing? Turns out it’s not just for the kids. We love this printing idea, creating a geometric pattern using the humble potato and Resene testpots.
We’ve printed ours onto linen to wrap around pot plants, a simple yet thoughtful gift that friends and family will love.
Make… View moreRemember potato printing? Turns out it’s not just for the kids. We love this printing idea, creating a geometric pattern using the humble potato and Resene testpots.
We’ve printed ours onto linen to wrap around pot plants, a simple yet thoughtful gift that friends and family will love.
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
A job advertisement for a Dunedin bookstore asking for applicants with English as a first language has been criticised because it implies the business only wants Kiwi staff.
While the ad reads as quirky and playful in parts – "expertise in small talk, drinking coffee, nodding wisely and … View moreA job advertisement for a Dunedin bookstore asking for applicants with English as a first language has been criticised because it implies the business only wants Kiwi staff.
While the ad reads as quirky and playful in parts – "expertise in small talk, drinking coffee, nodding wisely and going to the shop for milk essential" – it borders on discrimination by stating that English must be a first language, employment lawyer Ros Webby says.
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