Otago Peninsula, Dunedin

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473 days ago

Have you got your tickets yet?

Heart Foundation

For only $15 a ticket, you could win this brand-new, fully furnished home in Glenbrook, Auckland. Worth over $1 million and built to perfection by Jennian Homes, this home features four bedrooms, two bathrooms, a kitchen plus walk-in pantry, two beautiful living rooms and is only a short walk away … View moreFor only $15 a ticket, you could win this brand-new, fully furnished home in Glenbrook, Auckland. Worth over $1 million and built to perfection by Jennian Homes, this home features four bedrooms, two bathrooms, a kitchen plus walk-in pantry, two beautiful living rooms and is only a short walk away from Glenbrook Beach with stunning views out to Āwhitu Peninsula.

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475 days ago

Hatching a plan

The Team from Resene ColorShop Dunedin

Transform your hen house into a colourful garden feature with Resene paints.

Find out how to create your own with these easy step by step instructions.

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476 days ago

From Central Otago to Central Europe: The Kiwi tot dubbed 'the world's most well-travelled baby'

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from Otago News

When Atlas Montgomery grows up he is going to have plenty of reading material about his first few months on this planet.

The infant has been dubbed in UK and US media “the world's most travelled baby” having chalked up 23 countries before he has even turned 11 months old.

Atlas’ … View more
When Atlas Montgomery grows up he is going to have plenty of reading material about his first few months on this planet.

The infant has been dubbed in UK and US media “the world's most travelled baby” having chalked up 23 countries before he has even turned 11 months old.

Atlas’ first trip took place when he was just six weeks old, as mum Becs Lewis and dad Will Montgomery flew him from their Queenstown home to Singapore to begin their year-long worldwide travels. Since then the trio have been campervanning across Europe, clocking up the kilometres and the countries.

Read the full story from reporter Alan Granville here.

479 days ago

Poll: Should you mow your neighbour's berm?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

The sun is out, the grass is dry and you've fired up the mower. Your neighbour's half is looking a little overgrown, do you do theirs too?

Type 'Not For Print' if you wish your comments to be excluded from the We Say You Say column of your local paper.

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Should you mow your neighbour's berm?
  • 63.9% Yes, it's the neighbourly thing to do
    63.9% Complete
  • 30.7% No, they might start to expect it
    30.7% Complete
  • 3.7% I didn't know we were supposed to mow berms?
    3.7% Complete
  • 1.7% What's a berm?
    1.7% Complete
2425 votes
477 days ago

Don't miss out, neighbour!

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477 days ago

Proposed Central Otago airport could host 3.6 million passengers and operate 24 hours a day

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from Otago News

The backers of an international airport proposal in remote Central Otago say the airport could serve 3.6 million passengers a year during a 24-hour operation.

Christchurch Airport plans to build the airport on a 800ha site at the town of Tarras, about 30km north of Cromwell.

On Tuesday, the … View more
The backers of an international airport proposal in remote Central Otago say the airport could serve 3.6 million passengers a year during a 24-hour operation.

Christchurch Airport plans to build the airport on a 800ha site at the town of Tarras, about 30km north of Cromwell.

On Tuesday, the company revealed its preferred runway alignment and more details of its business case.

It included projections that demand for air connectivity to and from Central Otago, including Queenstown and Wānaka, was likely to grow to about 6.8 million passengers by 2050.

Read the full story by reporter Debbie Jamieson here.

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477 days ago

Gas Leak - Central Dunedin

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

A gas leak in George St has caused road closures and evacuations in the Dunedin CBD this morning. Police as well as Fire and Emergency New Zealand are on the scene.

What you need to know:
- George Street (the block of Frederick St and Hanover St) has been closed for the time being.
- The gas … View more
A gas leak in George St has caused road closures and evacuations in the Dunedin CBD this morning. Police as well as Fire and Emergency New Zealand are on the scene.

What you need to know:
- George Street (the block of Frederick St and Hanover St) has been closed for the time being.
- The gas leak was located in an area undergoing street refurbishment and contractors are working to isolate the leak.
- It is unclear at this stage if the leak is hazardous to those in the area.

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480 days ago

Are You a Low or Standard User?

The Team from NZ Compare

Another energy mystery that leaves many of us a tad confused…

Don’t be tricked into thinking a Low User plan means low costs. If you're a Standard User, sticking to Standard User plan is key to maximize savings. Compare plans wisely to make the right choice!

Your plan can change … View more
Another energy mystery that leaves many of us a tad confused…

Don’t be tricked into thinking a Low User plan means low costs. If you're a Standard User, sticking to Standard User plan is key to maximize savings. Compare plans wisely to make the right choice!

Your plan can change based on how many people are living at your house, what appliances you have running and/or what is used to cook with and heat the home.

Make sure you're on the right plan, take a squizz at our handy guide.
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481 days ago

The 94-year-old pilot who has walked away from multiple crashes

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from Dunedin News

Thomas Grant is a lucky man.

The 94-year-old pilot crashed into a paddock near Mosigel on Thursday -and it's not the first time he's walked away from a crash involving his home built replica aircraft.

Grant owns two home-built aircraft, which he flies from his private landing strip … View more
Thomas Grant is a lucky man.

The 94-year-old pilot crashed into a paddock near Mosigel on Thursday -and it's not the first time he's walked away from a crash involving his home built replica aircraft.

Grant owns two home-built aircraft, which he flies from his private landing strip on Old Brighton Rd, near Kaikorai Lagoon – about 12km from Thursday's crash site.

Grant, who was not admitted to hospital, was approached for an interview but ‘’he would see no point in it’’, wife Jeanette said, and anyway he had an aircraft to repair.

Read the full story from reporter Hamish McNeilly here.

481 days ago

Cozy up with a coffee and your favourite magazine this winter

Mags4Gifts

Until 3 September, purchase any magazine or newspaper on Mags4Gifts and automatically go in the draw to win a Sunbeam Barista Max Espresso Machine worth $499.

Mags4Gifts has a wide range of magazine and newspaper subscriptions. There’s something for the whole family! Start by browsing our best… View more
Until 3 September, purchase any magazine or newspaper on Mags4Gifts and automatically go in the draw to win a Sunbeam Barista Max Espresso Machine worth $499.

Mags4Gifts has a wide range of magazine and newspaper subscriptions. There’s something for the whole family! Start by browsing our best sellers which include NZ House & Garden, NZ Gardener, and The TV Guide. T&Cs apply.

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482 days ago

Takahē released near Queenstown to create third wild population

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from Otago News

Takahē have returned to Ngāi Tahu land near Queenstown where it is hoped a third wild population will be established.

Ngāi Tahu and the Department of Conservation released 18 takahē on the Ngāi Tahu tribal property Greenstone Station on Wednesday.

It was overseen by Ngāi Tahu rangatira … View more
Takahē have returned to Ngāi Tahu land near Queenstown where it is hoped a third wild population will be established.

Ngāi Tahu and the Department of Conservation released 18 takahē on the Ngāi Tahu tribal property Greenstone Station on Wednesday.

It was overseen by Ngāi Tahu rangatira Tā Tipene O’Regan who first saw the birds during an expedition with Dr Geoffrey Orbell in 1949, one year after they were rediscovered, having previously thought to be extinct.

“I have been enraptured by takahē since I was a boy, so it is very satisfying to release our taonga on our own whenua as we move towards a shared goal of seeing takahē throughout the Ngāi Tahu Takiwā,” he said.

Read reporter Debbie Jamieson's full story here.

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482 days ago

Dunedin to Port Chalmers: Three years and $50m to build one 10km cycleway

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from Dunedin News

The biggest challenge for the country’s latest cycleway was there was simply no space to build it.

"It is a very complex project. Typically with cycleways you have somewhere to construct them, that is why we left this section to last," Jason Forbes, Waka Kotahi senior project … View more
The biggest challenge for the country’s latest cycleway was there was simply no space to build it.

"It is a very complex project. Typically with cycleways you have somewhere to construct them, that is why we left this section to last," Jason Forbes, Waka Kotahi senior project manager, said.

The cycleway – the 10km long SH88 Dunedin to Port Chalmers Shared Path – will be officially opened by Transport Minister David Parker on Saturday afternoon.

The cost of the entire project is $43.8 million to date, and is expected to come just under its $50m budget.

Do you think this is money well spent? Read the full story from reporter Hamish McNeilly here and let us know your thoughts in the comments below.

482 days ago
483 days ago

Worried About Winter Bills?

The Team from NZ Compare

Final call for winter deals, neighbours!
Worried about facing those winter bills? No worries, our budget-friendly power and broadband plans have you covered. Stay cozy, stay connected, and stress less. Hurry, these offers won't last!

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483 days ago

Proposed triple-chair swing for Queenstown thrill-seekers who don't bungy

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from Otago News

A proposed triple-person swing over the Kawarau River in Queenstown will appeal to thrill-seekers who don’t want to do a bungy jump, the proposers say.

AJ Hackett Bungy New Zealand has applied for consent to develop the swing at its original Kawarau Bungy Bridge site.

It would launch from a… View more
A proposed triple-person swing over the Kawarau River in Queenstown will appeal to thrill-seekers who don’t want to do a bungy jump, the proposers say.

AJ Hackett Bungy New Zealand has applied for consent to develop the swing at its original Kawarau Bungy Bridge site.

It would launch from a platform on the upper northern banks of the river, enabling guests to swing up to 35 metres above the river before being winched back to the platform.

Would you give it a go? Read the full story from reporter Debbie Jamieson here and let us know in the comments.

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