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The annual refugee quota will lift from 1000 to 1500 by July 2020, Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern announced this week. Before 2016 the refugee quota sat static at 750 for 30 years, well behind many other western nations. The National Government then raised it to 1000. Is it enough?
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A unique home with 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, living room, lounge, office and separate double garage on 1.25 acres of private, sheltered garden. 15 mins to town or to the beach - on a bike. Just two owners over 26 years; this property is seldom offered for sale.
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Hi neighbours. Our beautiful plants sell to nurseries, parks, landscapers, garden centres and gardeners throughout New Zealand. We know plants because we grow plants.
We’d love to share our plants with you so you can enjoy life from your garden. For a limited time we have $5 off our bare root … View moreHi neighbours. Our beautiful plants sell to nurseries, parks, landscapers, garden centres and gardeners throughout New Zealand. We know plants because we grow plants.
We’d love to share our plants with you so you can enjoy life from your garden. For a limited time we have $5 off our bare root tree selection.
Come and meet the team for some friendly advice on all things botanic at 99 Bushy Hill Street, Tapanui, West Otago or order online at www.bmn.co.nz
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Invercargill's leaders welcome any increase in the number of refugees settling in the city, but shar…
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You and a young soccer fan could be in to win an exclusive junior soccer skills session in Sydney, attended by AIA Global ambassador David Beckham!
*AIA and Sovereign customers celebrate with a double chance to win*
All New Zealand residents can enter the draw, one entry per person — but … View moreYou and a young soccer fan could be in to win an exclusive junior soccer skills session in Sydney, attended by AIA Global ambassador David Beckham!
*AIA and Sovereign customers celebrate with a double chance to win*
All New Zealand residents can enter the draw, one entry per person — but current AIA or Sovereign Personal Risk or Health insurance policyholders get an additional shot at scoring aplace at the skills session with a bonus entry into the prize draw.
To be in to win, visit www.AIA.co.nz/beckham to see how to team up and enter.
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Hi neighbours,
How's the weather at your place? Snow has blanketed parts of the South Island today, with many Kiwis heading outdoors to enjoy it.
However, a snow warning is in place for Central Otago and the Southern Lakes until 3pm Monday. And motorists motorists are warned to drive … View moreHi neighbours,
How's the weather at your place? Snow has blanketed parts of the South Island today, with many Kiwis heading outdoors to enjoy it.
However, a snow warning is in place for Central Otago and the Southern Lakes until 3pm Monday. And motorists motorists are warned to drive with care and to take chains if heading on the Crown Range.
What are your plans for the day? Let us know in the replies!
Photo credits: Debbie Jamieson, Barry Harcourt and Coronet Peak/Jill Tester.
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Overnight snowfall could disrupt travel, damage trees and powerlines, and cause stress for livestock, according to MetService. Widespread weather warnings are in place for the south of the country as a front moves northwards up the country, preceded by a strong northwesterly flow and followed by … View moreOvernight snowfall could disrupt travel, damage trees and powerlines, and cause stress for livestock, according to MetService. Widespread weather warnings are in place for the south of the country as a front moves northwards up the country, preceded by a strong northwesterly flow and followed by cold southerlies.
Motorists are warned to drive with care and to take chains on the Crown Range, between Queenstown and Wanaka. Queenstown Airport remained open, although flights before 10am were cancelled.
The front had moved over the lower South Island overnight on Sunday, bringing with it heavy rain and snow and it's expected to move slowly northeastwards during Monday. A snow warning is in place for the regions until 3pm Monday.
Read the full story and stay updated here.
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Our bean bags and bean bag accessories are so comfortable you’ll never want to sit in a ‘normal’ bean bag again. That’s a promise!
Did we mention our bean bags are stylish too? Available in contemporary fabrics such as linen and denim, our bean bags look good in any home or office.
… View moreOur bean bags and bean bag accessories are so comfortable you’ll never want to sit in a ‘normal’ bean bag again. That’s a promise!
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The New Zealand Symphony Orchestra will travel the length of the country this September to perform some of the most popular and beloved works of classical music.
From Schubert to Tchaikovsky, this tour will be a great opportunity to experience some of the best classical music ever written and to… View moreThe New Zealand Symphony Orchestra will travel the length of the country this September to perform some of the most popular and beloved works of classical music.
From Schubert to Tchaikovsky, this tour will be a great opportunity to experience some of the best classical music ever written and to see your National Orchestra in your hometown.
NZSO’s Associate Conductor, Hamish McKeich at the helm and our very own Principal Cellist, Andrew Joyce; we’re keeping things in the NZSO family.
Invercargill | Sat 22 Sept | 7.30pm
Civic Theatre
Thanks to everyone who entered our green tips competition—there were hundreds of fantastic tips, tricks, ideas and ways we can all help the environment. See the top ten tips here.
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Kia ora neighbours,
Te reo is in the spotlight and is being celebrated throughout the country as part of Māori Language Week. This week, Barbershop in Blue returned with a waiata, parents shared stories about raising children as bilingual, Stuff became Puna, and the future of te reo in NZ was … View moreKia ora neighbours,
Te reo is in the spotlight and is being celebrated throughout the country as part of Māori Language Week. This week, Barbershop in Blue returned with a waiata, parents shared stories about raising children as bilingual, Stuff became Puna, and the future of te reo in NZ was debated.
But one debate is still ramping up - should the New Zealand Wars become a compulsory part of the curriculum? What do you think? Take part in our poll below!
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