Waiau Aparima, Riverton

2337 days ago

Spend $100 and get a cleaning product FREE!

Resene

Clean up around your place with your choice of a free Resene cleaning product when you spend $100 or more at your local Resene ColorShop. Plus get 10L of Resene Ceiling Paint white for $99*!

These offers are available to Resene ColorShop/DIY cardholders. If you don’t have one you can … View more
Clean up around your place with your choice of a free Resene cleaning product when you spend $100 or more at your local Resene ColorShop. Plus get 10L of Resene Ceiling Paint white for $99*!

These offers are available to Resene ColorShop/DIY cardholders. If you don’t have one you can sign up free when you’re in store. Hurry offer ends 23 July 2018!
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*Tinting and PaintWise levy extra.
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2340 days ago

Thinking of hiring a Tradie?

Consumer Protection

Thinking of hiring a local contractor to do some renovations on your house? A good rule of thumb is to obtain more than one quote, particularly if you are investing a large sum of money.

- Do you know the difference between a quote or an estimate?
- Will you need to hire multiple contractors?
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Thinking of hiring a local contractor to do some renovations on your house? A good rule of thumb is to obtain more than one quote, particularly if you are investing a large sum of money.

- Do you know the difference between a quote or an estimate?
- Will you need to hire multiple contractors?

There can be big differences in the prices – make sure you ask why. If you want a good result, the more you think about upfront the better. Follow our checklists, information, and tools to help you through the process.
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2341 days ago

Make an emergency plan

The Team from Ministry of Civil Defence & Emergency Management

Emergencies are unpredictable, therefore it’s really important to make a plan to help you get through.

Having a discussion about alternative meeting places, what to do if you can’t contact each other or making a list of supplies are good things to think about when making a plan for an … View more
Emergencies are unpredictable, therefore it’s really important to make a plan to help you get through.

Having a discussion about alternative meeting places, what to do if you can’t contact each other or making a list of supplies are good things to think about when making a plan for an emergency.

What will be on your plan?

www.happens.nz...

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2349 days ago

What do you think of the hotel concept design?

Georgia Weaver Reporter from Southland Times

The Invercargill Licensing Trust has released a concept design for the new hotel to be built in the city. What are your thoughts? Is it the right fit for the city?

Read more: www.stuff.co.nz...

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2342 days ago

Severe weather warning: Weekend of gales and heavy rain

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Heavy rain and strong winds up to severe gale strength are forecast this weekend - as schools go out for the holidays.

On Friday a warm northwest flow in a front was affecting Fiordland, particularly south of the glaciers. "Another front moves up onto the Fiordland area tonight and that … View more
Heavy rain and strong winds up to severe gale strength are forecast this weekend - as schools go out for the holidays.

On Friday a warm northwest flow in a front was affecting Fiordland, particularly south of the glaciers. "Another front moves up onto the Fiordland area tonight and that basically moves northwards and with it, heavy rain basically slides northwards during Saturday." Heavy rain would mostly affect Westland and Buller significantly on Saturday.

People are advised to keep up to date with the latest forecasts as this event is expected to extend into Sunday and further areas are likely to be added. Please plan your travel and keep safe on the roads.

Read more here. Image: MetService

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2343 days ago

IHC culls calf drive

Georgia Weaver Reporter from Southland Times

For the first time in 33 years the IHC will suspend its Calf and Rural Scheme, which was endorsed by former All Black Sir Colin Meads, due to the risk of spreading Mycoplasma bovis.

Read more: www.stuff.co.nz...

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2344 days ago

Your paint and decorating questions answered

Jo Haywood Reporter from Homed

Resene's colour and tech experts were live on Homed last night to answer your paint and decorating questions. If you missed it, you can catch up on all the questions and answer, here, and hopefully get some inspiration for your next project.

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2344 days ago

New workshop dates for 2018 - Inspiring Communities

Sarah Bichan from Inspiring Communities

Looking to grow your community relationships? Need to find out how to measure your success? Want to know what leadership looks like?

Here’s a list of our upcoming workshops around New Zealand. Save the dates!
inspiringcommunities.org.nz...

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2344 days ago

Thank you for the thank yous

Fire and Emergency New Zealand

Our dedicated Fire and Emergency New Zealand volunteers received many wonderful messages from people all over New Zealand during National Volunteer Week. Thank you for taking the time to recognise the work of Fire and Emergency volunteers in your community.

Volunteering can be rewarding. If you … View more
Our dedicated Fire and Emergency New Zealand volunteers received many wonderful messages from people all over New Zealand during National Volunteer Week. Thank you for taking the time to recognise the work of Fire and Emergency volunteers in your community.

Volunteering can be rewarding. If you want to know what it takes to become a Fire and Emergency New Zealand volunteer, find out more at fireandemergency.nz/volunteering

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2344 days ago

AMP Scholarships. Dreamers wanted.

AMP

Since 1998 AMP has dedicated more than $2.4 million towards helping over 300 everyday Kiwis realise their dreams. If you’ve got a passion you want to turn into a reality, an AMP Scholarship could help you get there. Apply today! Find out more

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2344 days ago

WATCH: Did you go to the game?

Georgia Weaver Reporter from Southland Times

Check out some highlights from Monday night's Steel vs Pulse netball game in Invercargill.

2345 days ago

Would this bother you?

Georgia Weaver Reporter from Southland Times

A Lumsden man is fed up with a pile of soil contaminated with arsenic. But it is unlikely to be going anywhere any time soon.

Read more: www.stuff.co.nz...

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2345 days ago

Thinking about a career in medical imaging?

Ara from Neighbourly.co.nz

It’s no surprise that medical imaging is a popular study option for many people: it’s well-paid, rewarding and offers great opportunities to combine work and travel.

If you or someone you know is considering a career in this dynamic profession, come along to Ara’s information session at … View more
It’s no surprise that medical imaging is a popular study option for many people: it’s well-paid, rewarding and offers great opportunities to combine work and travel.

If you or someone you know is considering a career in this dynamic profession, come along to Ara’s information session at 7pm on 10 July in the medical imaging department at Southland Hospital (Kew Road, Invercargill). You can learn about the profession, the degree, clinical placements and the process for applying to study at Ara (applications for 2019 close on 1 September).

Register to attend at ara.ac.nz.
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