Saddle Hill Community, Dunedin

2145 days ago

Poll: $1000 to drive a scooter into the water

Brittney Reporter from Stuff

Would you accept the challenge for $1000?

One Auckland daredevil took on a challenge to drive a Lime e-scooter directly into the harbour. With $1000 on the table, he gladly accepted the bet. The video posted to social media shows the shirtless stuntman powering down a wharf and steering straight … View more
Would you accept the challenge for $1000?

One Auckland daredevil took on a challenge to drive a Lime e-scooter directly into the harbour. With $1000 on the table, he gladly accepted the bet. The video posted to social media shows the shirtless stuntman powering down a wharf and steering straight off the edge, plunging into the water metres below.

To read more click here.

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$1000 to drive a scooter into the water
  • 50.6% Definitely, it's $1000!
    50.6% Complete
  • 38.3% No way, not worth the risk
    38.3% Complete
  • 11% Maybe for more money...
    11% Complete
1912 votes
2125 days ago

Offenders trade-in beers after break-in to Speight's Brewery

Nicole Reporter from Dunedin News

A group of offenders traded their own beer after breaking into Dunedin's Speight's Brewery.

The budding beer barons climbed a fence to enter an enclosed yard at the Rattray St brewery early on Sunday morning.

A control panel was damaged, and tellingly the group left behind some cans of … View more
A group of offenders traded their own beer after breaking into Dunedin's Speight's Brewery.

The budding beer barons climbed a fence to enter an enclosed yard at the Rattray St brewery early on Sunday morning.

A control panel was damaged, and tellingly the group left behind some cans of alcohol, Senior Sergeant Craig Dinnissen said.

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2125 days ago

A little movement can really help

The Team from ACC New Zealand

If you’re over 65, a little movement goes a long way. There are many benefits to staying active, perhaps most importantly it will help you maintain your strength and balance, to keep you steady and reduce the risk of falls. Live Stronger for Longer have strength and balance classes designed … View moreIf you’re over 65, a little movement goes a long way. There are many benefits to staying active, perhaps most importantly it will help you maintain your strength and balance, to keep you steady and reduce the risk of falls. Live Stronger for Longer have strength and balance classes designed especially for those over 65.

They're fun, social and affordable. Visit livestronger.org.nz to find an approved class near you. Brought to you by ACC, Ministry of Health and Health Quality and Safety Commission.
Learn more

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2126 days ago

Dunedin kerbside collection reviewed

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

The end of plastic rubbish bags and the introduction of a new organic waste collection service in Dunedin might have to wait until at least 2022, the Dunedin City Council says.

The council has, since last year, been reviewing its kerbside collection services as part of its Waste Futures Project.… View more
The end of plastic rubbish bags and the introduction of a new organic waste collection service in Dunedin might have to wait until at least 2022, the Dunedin City Council says.

The council has, since last year, been reviewing its kerbside collection services as part of its Waste Futures Project.Keep up to date here

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2133 days ago

Poll: Should Lime e-scooters return?

The Team Reporter from Dunedin News

It will be a while before Lime e-scooters will be allowed back on Dunedin streets. But do you think they should return?

Hundreds of scooters were removed from the streets of Auckland and Dunedin on Friday due to safety concerns over a software glitch.

The glitch caused e-scooter wheels to … View more
It will be a while before Lime e-scooters will be allowed back on Dunedin streets. But do you think they should return?

Hundreds of scooters were removed from the streets of Auckland and Dunedin on Friday due to safety concerns over a software glitch.

The glitch caused e-scooter wheels to randomly lock up, leaving some riders with broken bones and smashed faces after they were thrown off mid-ride.

Do you use them? Should Lime e-scooters return?

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Should Lime e-scooters return?
  • 49.1% Yes - when they are fixed
    49.1% Complete
  • 50% No - leave them off the streets
    50% Complete
  • 0.9% Other - comment below
    0.9% Complete
112 votes
2126 days ago

Need finance to grow your business?

Prospa

Talk to the team at Prospa, the lending specialists who believe in small business. We offer faster applications, easier access to funding and good old-fashioned customer service. Keep your business moving with a loan of $5,000 to $150,000 today.

Repayments work with your cash flow (daily or … View more
Talk to the team at Prospa, the lending specialists who believe in small business. We offer faster applications, easier access to funding and good old-fashioned customer service. Keep your business moving with a loan of $5,000 to $150,000 today.

Repayments work with your cash flow (daily or weekly) over terms from 3 to 24 months, and no security is required to access up to $100,000. Apply in 10 minutes and you could have the funds in 24-48 hours for whatever your business needs. Visit prospa.co.nz or call 0800 005 797 to apply.

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2127 days ago

Teaching that changes us all

The Team from Ministry of Education

All over the country, schools, kura and early learning services are getting ready to share their world changing work by entering the Prime Minister’s Education Excellence Awards.

The Awards celebrate the great things teachers achieve for learners, their whānau, our communities and even the … View more
All over the country, schools, kura and early learning services are getting ready to share their world changing work by entering the Prime Minister’s Education Excellence Awards.

The Awards celebrate the great things teachers achieve for learners, their whānau, our communities and even the whole country. And because entering means sharing their achievements, other teachers can follow in their footsteps.

Be inspired by what teams at schools, kura and early learning services are doing for our children and young people – watch the videos now.

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2137 days ago

Blues, Rock & Gospel with Steve & Ainsley Apirana @ Caversham Baptist - Sunday 3 March, 10.15am

Julian from South Dunedin

Steve is a highly skilled guitarist and vocalist and a gifted communicator, with a great sense of humour. Be encouraged and uplifted by their songs and stories informed by 35 years of life on the road. Not to be missed. Venue: Cnr of Surrey St & South Rd. www.apiranamusic.com... Enquiries to … View moreSteve is a highly skilled guitarist and vocalist and a gifted communicator, with a great sense of humour. Be encouraged and uplifted by their songs and stories informed by 35 years of life on the road. Not to be missed. Venue: Cnr of Surrey St & South Rd. www.apiranamusic.com... Enquiries to Church office: ph 03 4558566, admin@cavy.net.nz .

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2128 days ago

Award winning CATS, extensive tour of NZ in 2019.

Cats the Musical

One of the world’s best-loved musicals, CATS, will embark on its most extensive tour of New Zealand ever in 2019. Bagging multiple awards, including Best Musical at both the Laurence Olivier Awards and the Tony Awards, CATS is considered among the all-time favourites of musical theatre fans.

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One of the world’s best-loved musicals, CATS, will embark on its most extensive tour of New Zealand ever in 2019. Bagging multiple awards, including Best Musical at both the Laurence Olivier Awards and the Tony Awards, CATS is considered among the all-time favourites of musical theatre fans.

This new production of the Andrew Lloyd Webber masterpiece will visit 16 cities nationwide in April and May. As well as, being the first major theatrical performance at the $127.5 million refurbished Christchurch Town Hall it will also visit Auckland and Wellington and many of the larger regional theatres throughout New Zealand - details below.

Since its world premiere, CATS has been presented in over 30 countries and has been seen by over 73 million people worldwide. CATS is based on Old Possum's Book of Practical Cats by T. S. Eliot. The musical tells the story of a tribe of cats called the Jellicles and the night they make what is known as "the Jellicle choice" and decide which cat will ascend to the Heaviside Layer and come back to a new life.
Book your tickets now!

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