Saddle Hill Community, Dunedin

2633 days ago

Poll: Should Dunedin consumers boycott Cadbury products?

The Team Reporter from Dunedin News

An Oamaru company that failed in talks with Cadbury's owner to keep making Jaffas, Pineapple Lumps and other confectionery in New Zealand. The company's boss says it's now up to consumers to support local firms after it was decided to take production of Cadbury products to Australia.… View moreAn Oamaru company that failed in talks with Cadbury's owner to keep making Jaffas, Pineapple Lumps and other confectionery in New Zealand. The company's boss says it's now up to consumers to support local firms after it was decided to take production of Cadbury products to Australia. Do you agree? Read more: www-alpha.stuff.co.nz...

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Should Dunedin consumers boycott Cadbury products?
  • 81% Yes, let's support local firms
    81% Complete
  • 5.2% No, I don't mind where my chocolate is made
    5.2% Complete
  • 13.8% Unsure if it will make a difference
    13.8% Complete
  • 0% Other (comment below)
    0% Complete
58 votes
2634 days ago

Announcing Resene Colour your Community! *WIN*

Resene

Neighbourly and Resene are challenging you to Colour your Community! This is a chance to make a positive difference in your neighbourhood by transforming an area that needs a splash of paint. There's six prizes of up to $1000 worth of Resene paints, wood stains and accessories up for grabs!

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Neighbourly and Resene are challenging you to Colour your Community! This is a chance to make a positive difference in your neighbourhood by transforming an area that needs a splash of paint. There's six prizes of up to $1000 worth of Resene paints, wood stains and accessories up for grabs!

Whether it's a new mural for your community hall, a graffiti clean up or a local playground paint job, Colour Your Community lets you paint the town red (or green or blue). Apply now on behalf of your organisation, business, or for your own community project.
Apply for paint!

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2640 days ago

Fairfield Hall Craft Market

Fiona from Saddle Hill Community

Hi all,

The next Fairfield Hall Craft Market is on Sunday 12 November at the Fairfield Community Hall, stalls cost $15.00 and preferably items are handmade.

Please contact me for more information cheers

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2642 days ago

Cat

Carole from South Dunedin

There is a white cat with a black saddle wandering Clayton Street St Clair.
It is starting to look rather bedraggled.
Am unable to get close to it.

2643 days ago

There is still time to win!

Electric Kiwi

So far hundreds of you have filled in our power survey and 66% of you say that price is the main reason for choosing a power company. What are your thoughts? Fill in our short Power Survey and one lucky Neighbourly member will win a $500 Prezzy® card. Visit Electric Kiwi

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2645 days ago

Help support Youthline

The Warehouse New Zealand

Did you know New Zealand’s youth suicide rate is the highest in the developed world? We're partnering with Youthline to help break the silence! You can support them too by buying a $2 pen or making a donation at your local The Warehouse Store. Your support will ensure that every call to … View moreDid you know New Zealand’s youth suicide rate is the highest in the developed world? We're partnering with Youthline to help break the silence! You can support them too by buying a $2 pen or making a donation at your local The Warehouse Store. Your support will ensure that every call to Youthline gets answered, every text gets responded to and every email is answered. Find out more

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2645 days ago

It's here!

The Team from Department of Conservation

Conservation Week has arrived, which means it's time to show your backyard some love.

There are lots of ways you can get involved. You could set up a backyard trap, participate in a community conservation event, plant a native tree or clean up a local beach.

Check out this blog post … View more
Conservation Week has arrived, which means it's time to show your backyard some love.

There are lots of ways you can get involved. You could set up a backyard trap, participate in a community conservation event, plant a native tree or clean up a local beach.

Check out this blog post for more ideas: How to take part this Conservation Week

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2647 days ago

Charity Chair Auction this Sunday!

The Team from Resene ColorShop Dunedin

Hi Dunedin neighbours - we'd love you to join us this Sunday at the Love Waltz (with fireworks!) CHAIRity auction.

Come along at 2pm on Sunday 15 October to our Resene Colorshop (172 Crawford Street) to see 40 spectacular chairs painted by local artists up for auction. All of these chairs … View more
Hi Dunedin neighbours - we'd love you to join us this Sunday at the Love Waltz (with fireworks!) CHAIRity auction.

Come along at 2pm on Sunday 15 October to our Resene Colorshop (172 Crawford Street) to see 40 spectacular chairs painted by local artists up for auction. All of these chairs have been carefully painted with colours from Resene and will make a wonderfully colourful addition to your home. Come along, check out the art and support a great cause.

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2648 days ago

Bad Jelly the Witch

David from Mosgiel-Taieri

This popular story by Spike Milligan is coming to a theatre near you !
Taieri Dramatic Society proudly presents Bad Jelly the Witch at the
Fire Station Theatre in Mosgiel Dec 9th -16th , fun for the whole family to enjoy .

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2649 days ago

Caversham Market - Saturday 14th October 9-11am

Kirsten from South Dunedin

This month's market will be bigger than ever - variety of goods for sale - come along and check it out. Nic nacs, flowers, jams, preserves, household goods, toys, clothing etc etc. Something for everyone.
We still have a few stalls available for a small charge; enquiries to … View more
This month's market will be bigger than ever - variety of goods for sale - come along and check it out. Nic nacs, flowers, jams, preserves, household goods, toys, clothing etc etc. Something for everyone.
We still have a few stalls available for a small charge; enquiries to cavypres@xtra.co.nz.

2649 days ago

Why we're handing over a house...

The Team from Jennian Homes

Next month we’re hitting an incredible milestone - 35 years of building the homes kiwis love and being a part of your community.

We’ve also been proudly supporting the Heart Foundation since 2007. This Friday we’re handing over our 50th home built for the Heart Foundation lottery.

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Next month we’re hitting an incredible milestone - 35 years of building the homes kiwis love and being a part of your community.

We’ve also been proudly supporting the Heart Foundation since 2007. This Friday we’re handing over our 50th home built for the Heart Foundation lottery.

With 35 years in the industry you can count on us ‘seeing it all before’ and that’s why we’re keen to share our skills, passion, and knowledge within our local communities.

We’re extending an invitation to Neighbourly members in your area to a free and locally run information session, open to any new-home builder, no matter what level of experience. Book a complimentary seat now for your local info session.
Book now

2649 days ago

Tell us if you're keen for Halloween *WIN*

FreshChoice New Zealand

Scream masks, fake cobwebs and carved pumpkins; some neighbours love to get involved with the theme of Halloween while others hide in terror! We want to know once and for all, do New Zealanders embrace Halloween as much as we think? Fill out our New Zealand 2017 Halloween Survey before 19 October … View moreScream masks, fake cobwebs and carved pumpkins; some neighbours love to get involved with the theme of Halloween while others hide in terror! We want to know once and for all, do New Zealanders embrace Halloween as much as we think? Fill out our New Zealand 2017 Halloween Survey before 19 October and you could win a $100 FreshChoice voucher!

(Plus if you're dreaming of Halloween already, we'll share our recipe for our sweet and fruity Toffee Apple snacks at the end of the survey!)
Fill in to win!

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2649 days ago

Stay safe, stay informed

The Team from Ministry of Civil Defence & Emergency Management

It's Get Ready Week, the perfect time for all of us to make sure we’re prepared for an emergency

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2657 days ago

Poll: Should students involved in an initiation party face expulsion from uni?

Reporter Dunedin News

Students involved in an initiation party, which included a participant being urinated on, could face expulsion from Otago University. Do you think their punishment is reasonable? What do you think could be done about this? Should students be left to their own devices or should the university get … View moreStudents involved in an initiation party, which included a participant being urinated on, could face expulsion from Otago University. Do you think their punishment is reasonable? What do you think could be done about this? Should students be left to their own devices or should the university get involved?

Should students involved in an initiation party face expulsion from uni?
  • 60.9% Yes, they should be expelled
    60.9% Complete
  • 20.9% No, it's not the university's decision
    20.9% Complete
  • 10% No, let them have fun
    10% Complete
  • 8.2% Other (comment below)
    8.2% Complete
110 votes
2662 days ago

Item's needed

Debbie from South Dunedin

Hi everyone, I'm looking for a cheap Queen size bed base and also a stereo that plays CDs. I'm sick of sleeping on a mattress on the floor and my daughter and grandbabies have all moved out so it's too quiet. If anyone has either would love to hear from you please 😁

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