Saddle Hill Community, Dunedin

2172 days ago

Help us make wasps buzz off for good!

The Team from Wasp Wipeout

They ruin our outdoor activities, attack newly hatched birds, feed on native invertebrates, eat honeydew (a food source for our native birds and insects) and cause $130m of environmental damage a year! Every little bit counts and by contributing, you can make wasp-free regions a real possibility. … View moreThey ruin our outdoor activities, attack newly hatched birds, feed on native invertebrates, eat honeydew (a food source for our native birds and insects) and cause $130m of environmental damage a year! Every little bit counts and by contributing, you can make wasp-free regions a real possibility.

Find out a bit more about the wasps and how we plan to eradicate them by clicking here.
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2172 days ago

Poll: Should suburban bars have to close by midnight?

Nicole Reporter from Dunedin News

A new alcohol policy for Dunedin may result in bars outside the city centre having to shut by midnight.

The Dunedin City Council wants bar outside the central business district to close by 12am, following its adoption of a local alcohol policy in October. The new rules will come into effect next … View more
A new alcohol policy for Dunedin may result in bars outside the city centre having to shut by midnight.

The Dunedin City Council wants bar outside the central business district to close by 12am, following its adoption of a local alcohol policy in October. The new rules will come into effect next month.

Read the full story here: www.stuff.co.nz... - and let us know what you think by voting in our poll and sharing your thoughts in the comments below.

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Should suburban bars have to close by midnight?
  • 60% Yes, residential areas should be kept quiet
    60% Complete
  • 37.5% No, they're taking the life away from communities
    37.5% Complete
  • 2.5% I'm not sure/something else (tell us in the comments)
    2.5% Complete
40 votes
2172 days ago

Severe wind forecast for weekend

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Batten down the hatches for the next few days.

The MetService is predicting severe gale force winds at times across much of Otago and Southland from tomorrow until Tuesday next week.

An active front, preceded by a strong northwesterly flow, is expected to move over southern New Zealand from … View more
Batten down the hatches for the next few days.

The MetService is predicting severe gale force winds at times across much of Otago and Southland from tomorrow until Tuesday next week.

An active front, preceded by a strong northwesterly flow, is expected to move over southern New Zealand from the Tasman Sea on Saturday. A MetService spokesman said it was expected to bring a period of heavy rain to the west of the South Island. Read more from the ODT here.

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2173 days ago

Tegel Summer Series: Rosemary & Garlic Stuffed Chicken

Tegel

Make Tegel's Rosemary & Garlic Boneless Stuffed Chicken your Summer roast. Served with a delicious Parsnip & Pea Mash and drizzled with a Rosemary Balsamic Glaze, your guests will love this modern twist on a family classic.

Plus our boneless chicken roasts are designed with … View more
Make Tegel's Rosemary & Garlic Boneless Stuffed Chicken your Summer roast. Served with a delicious Parsnip & Pea Mash and drizzled with a Rosemary Balsamic Glaze, your guests will love this modern twist on a family classic.

Plus our boneless chicken roasts are designed with convenience in mind; they're in a ready-to-cook tray. Simply peel back the lid, put it in the oven and get back to that game of backyard cricket.
Get the recipe

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2173 days ago

If you eat them all yourself - we won't tell anyone! 🙊🍌

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

To help you beat the heat this summer we've come up with this simple and tasty NSNZ-inspired recipe for you to share with neighbours, family, and friends.

#NSNZhealthandwellness

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2173 days ago

Poll: National day of action against plastic packaging

Paul Reporter from Stuff

Hi neighbours,


Are you disgusted by the amount of unnecessary plastic packaging for products sold in supermarkets?


We've gotten rid of plastic bags from our supermarkets, but many shoppers reckon that should only be the beginning.


A national day of plastic protest has been organised, … View more
Hi neighbours,


Are you disgusted by the amount of unnecessary plastic packaging for products sold in supermarkets?


We've gotten rid of plastic bags from our supermarkets, but many shoppers reckon that should only be the beginning.


A national day of plastic protest has been organised, encouraging shoppers to unwrap and leave unnecessary plastic packaging behind at supermarkets.


To read more, click here.


Will you be taking part in the national day of action against plastic packaging?

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National day of action against plastic packaging
  • 85.8% Yes, there's too much plastic packaging
    85.8% Complete
  • 14.2% No, I don't think it is an issue
    14.2% Complete
4266 votes
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2173 days ago

Wanted any old rubble!!

Ivan from North Dunedin

if you had any old rubble bricks etc you may want to get rid of please let us know 0272555776 or brenssellfamily@xtra.co.nz, it can be dumped on our drive cheers Ivan

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2174 days ago

The best gift you can leave…

The Staff from Avenal Park Funeral Home

So, why should you 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 … View more
So, why should you 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 known. You can record your specific preferences for your meaningful 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.
Website: www.avenalpark.co.nz
Contact us

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2175 days ago

Madam Woo to close Dunedin restaurant due to 'skilled labour shortages'

Nicole Reporter from Dunedin News

Eighteen jobs will be lost when Dunedin's Madam Woo restaurant closes this week – just three years after it opened.

The restaurant, which focuses on Malaysian hawker food, will close on Thursday, a note on the window of the Stuart St restaurant said.

"We have loved serving you, your … View more
Eighteen jobs will be lost when Dunedin's Madam Woo restaurant closes this week – just three years after it opened.

The restaurant, which focuses on Malaysian hawker food, will close on Thursday, a note on the window of the Stuart St restaurant said.

"We have loved serving you, your friends and family at Madam Woo," the note said.

"Ongoing skilled labour shortages" were cited as a reason for the Dunedin closure.

2174 days ago

Office Desks Going Cheap $30 ono each

Darryl from South Dunedin

4 Desks - 2 Desks 1m 64cm wide, 88cm deep, 70 cm high all have 5 drawers. Grey top desk corner to corner 2m 53cm, centre section deep 1m, sides 1m 80cm each, 60cm wide, 70cm High. Pine top, pine sides corner to corner 2m 51cm, corner section 1m 11cm, length of 2 sides 1m 80 cm each, 70cm deep, … View more4 Desks - 2 Desks 1m 64cm wide, 88cm deep, 70 cm high all have 5 drawers. Grey top desk corner to corner 2m 53cm, centre section deep 1m, sides 1m 80cm each, 60cm wide, 70cm High. Pine top, pine sides corner to corner 2m 51cm, corner section 1m 11cm, length of 2 sides 1m 80 cm each, 70cm deep, 70cm high. Will not deliver must take away as is or dismantle yourself if required. $30 each ono Phone/text Darryl 0272110228

Price: $30

2175 days ago

Do you return the ring after a break up?

Reporter Sunday Star Times

What happens when a proposal doesn't go smoothly? If the answer is a 'no' or perhaps an initial 'yes' followed by an 'I've changed my mind', then who gets to keep the ring? And what are the consumer ins and outs of trying to get a refund on a diamond … View moreWhat happens when a proposal doesn't go smoothly? If the answer is a 'no' or perhaps an initial 'yes' followed by an 'I've changed my mind', then who gets to keep the ring? And what are the consumer ins and outs of trying to get a refund on a diamond sparkler?

We're looking for individuals who are happy to share their story of a ring return: perhaps the break up was acrimonious and you've tried to cash in the ring yourself, or maybe your ex disappeared with the sparkler, never to be seen again. If you've got a story, please share it below (please add NFP if you don't want it used in print). And if you've got a really good story that'll take a little longer, please email kelly.dennett@stuff.co.nz.

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2175 days ago

Children's Day is Sunday 3 March 2019!

The Team from Children's Day

Put tamariki first and celebrate by hosting an event for the tamariki and whānau in your neighbourhood. It can be anything, big or small! Register your event on the Children's Day website www.childrensday.org.nz... www.youtube.com...

2175 days ago

Have you checked your NCEA results yet?

Paul Reporter from Stuff

Hi neighbours, It's the big day for Kiwi students - NCEA results are in!

Already more than 50,000 students have eagerly gone online to see how they fared. To read more, click here.

So students (and parents) - and be honest - are you happy with your results? Do you now wish you'd … View more
Hi neighbours, It's the big day for Kiwi students - NCEA results are in!

Already more than 50,000 students have eagerly gone online to see how they fared. To read more, click here.

So students (and parents) - and be honest - are you happy with your results? Do you now wish you'd studied more or are you stoked your hard work has paid off?

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2181 days ago

Poll: What do you think about Lime scooters coming to Dunedin?

Reporter Dunedin News

Lime scooters are tipped to hit Dunedin streets this week, with the launch expected on Thursday.

A Dunedin City Council spokeswoman said the council was not planning to mark the launch of the e-scooters, which will also be rolled-out in Hamilton, Tauranga, Wellington, and Queenstown. Council … View more
Lime scooters are tipped to hit Dunedin streets this week, with the launch expected on Thursday.

A Dunedin City Council spokeswoman said the council was not planning to mark the launch of the e-scooters, which will also be rolled-out in Hamilton, Tauranga, Wellington, and Queenstown. Council representatives had met with the company and "developed an agreement with them on safety messaging and reporting incidents". Read more here

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What do you think about Lime scooters coming to Dunedin?
  • 32.7% Looks like fun!
    32.7% Complete
  • 21.2% They will make travel easier
    21.2% Complete
  • 27.4% They are dangerous
    27.4% Complete
  • 8.8% I don't care - I won't use them!
    8.8% Complete
  • 8.8% We don't need them here!
    8.8% Complete
  • 0.9% Other (comment below!)
    0.9% Complete
113 votes
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