Stewart Island/Rakiura, Stewart Island

1685 days ago

Subscribe to our free ezine Get Growing!

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

In this week's issue of Get Growing we say if you want fast food, grow speedy microgreens. Plus check out our guide to crops you can sow from seed in autumn, enter a sand saucer in our virtual garden show, propagate strawberry runners, save seeds, cover up bare soil and use this time in … View moreIn this week's issue of Get Growing we say if you want fast food, grow speedy microgreens. Plus check out our guide to crops you can sow from seed in autumn, enter a sand saucer in our virtual garden show, propagate strawberry runners, save seeds, cover up bare soil and use this time in isolation to tidy up gardens, sheds and seed stashes.

Make an elegant garden trellis and send bored kids outside to explore the garden and make a nature wristband. We also have some great prizes up for grabs, including a one-year subscription to NZ Gardener and a native plant prize pack from Blue Mountain Nurseries.

Delivered every Friday to your email inbox, Get Growing digital magazine offers seasonal gardening advice from the NZ Gardener magazine's team of experts. Each week we answer all your burning questions on raising fruit and veges and tell you the top tasks to do in your backyard this weekend. Subscribe here:

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1686 days ago

Are you brushing up on any skills during the lockdown?

Nicole Johnstone Reporter from Southland Times

Sir Tim Shadbolt says the lockdown will at least drag him "kicking and screaming" into the world of modern technology.

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1686 days ago

This Otago - Southland business needs your support!

Prospa

A huge congratulations to John Swindlehurst from A&J Services. This local legend is a finalist in the Prospa Local Business Hero Awards.

Now he needs your vote to give him a chance to take home a prize package worth $10,000!

Good on you, and good luck, John. Thanks for bringing joy to … View more
A huge congratulations to John Swindlehurst from A&J Services. This local legend is a finalist in the Prospa Local Business Hero Awards.

Now he needs your vote to give him a chance to take home a prize package worth $10,000!

Good on you, and good luck, John. Thanks for bringing joy to your community - especially in these uncertain times.

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Nominated by Dell Taylor from Wanaka "John is fantastic!!! He does everything from carpet repairs to chimney sweeping and pest control. I have him listed in my phone as John Everything! He has a brilliant attitude and has even come on public holidays at short notice."
Vote for John

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1686 days ago

Let's look after each other

Neighbourly.co.nz

Neighbourhoods can be a great source of support. Connect with each other through our Reach Out page, show kindness and compassion, and strengthen connections with your communities.

Reach out to your Neighbours here now.

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1686 days ago

Two new babies since lockdown began

Nicole Johnstone Reporter from Southland Times

Two babies have been born in Southland since the Covid-19 lock down began and the Southland District Health Board is taking extra precautions during the pandemic to keep mothers and babies safe.

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1686 days ago

A new CEO for Stabicraft

Nicole Johnstone Reporter from Southland Times

David Glen started his new job as chief executive of renowned Invercargill boatbuilding company Stabicraft on Monday, and on Wednesday he was locking it down.

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1686 days ago

Your wellbeing is our priority

Rowena Jackson Retirement Village

That's why we've created a whole new section on our website filled with great recipes, gardening tip and lists of helpful apps and entertainment sources - to name a few.

Our 'lifestyle and wellness' section will be updated regularly with great content to keep you entertained … View more
That's why we've created a whole new section on our website filled with great recipes, gardening tip and lists of helpful apps and entertainment sources - to name a few.

Our 'lifestyle and wellness' section will be updated regularly with great content to keep you entertained whilst we navigate these new times. Grab a cuppa and enjoy.

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1686 days ago

One case in Te Anau

Nicole Johnstone Reporter from Southland Times

A Fiordland Medical Practice doctor has confirmed the first case of Coronavirus in the Te Anau community.

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1686 days ago

Missing hunter found

Nicole Johnstone Reporter from Southland Times

An experienced bushman has been found after three nights in the Stewart Island wilderness.

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1686 days ago

The dos and the don'ts of lockdown

Nicole Johnstone Reporter from Southland Times

We've compiled this list of advice for Kiwis during the lockdown. Here are some of the dos and don'ts for the next four weeks.

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1686 days ago

What message do you want to share with your Neighbours?

Nicole Johnstone Reporter from Southland Times

The message we shared on the front of today's Southland Times is simple: Be kind, be calm, stay at home.

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1686 days ago

Lockdown day 1 in photos

Nicole Johnstone Reporter from Southland Times

Here's what the country looks like on the first morning of lockdown. Hit the "read more" button to see photos from throughout New Zealand.

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1687 days ago

Tiwai has been deemed an "essential service"

Nicole Johnstone Reporter from Southland Times

The Tiwai Point Aluminium Smelter, which employs about 1000 Southlanders, has been exempted from the four-week lockdown of New Zealand.

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1687 days ago

We’re now at Alert Level 4. Stay home. Save lives.

New Zealand Government

Dear concerned citizen,

We must now all stay home. Because that’s how we’ll stop the virus.

Level 4 measures will likely be in place for a number of weeks.

Don’t worry. During that time you will still be able to access all the essentials you need, including medicine, food, and other… View more
Dear concerned citizen,

We must now all stay home. Because that’s how we’ll stop the virus.

Level 4 measures will likely be in place for a number of weeks.

Don’t worry. During that time you will still be able to access all the essentials you need, including medicine, food, and other home supplies.

ALL THE TIME, NO EXCEPTIONS
It’s incredibly important that we all follow the Level 4 plan, all the time. No exceptions. Because doing so will save lives.

A CHALLENGE FOR EVERYONE
We realise these are big changes. But these are challenging times.
If we don't all stay home, the whole country will need Level 4 restrictions for longer.

SUPPORT OUR EMERGENCY SERVICE PEOPLE
We owe it to the essential services. Our nurses, doctors and everyone else on the frontline. They’re working tirelessly to save lives. We should all do everything in our power to help them do this.
Thank you to each and every person, for doing their bit.

While you’re staying at home:

STAY CONNECTED
• Don’t let physical distance stop you staying connected. Keep in touch with people using video calls, phone calls, chat and texting.
• If you know people who are living alone, vulnerable, or separated from their loved ones, regularly check-in with them.

STAY WELL
• Continue to practice good hygiene – wash your hands with soap. Then dry.
• Cough or sneeze into your elbow.
• Regularly clean surfaces in your home with disinfectant.
• Keep up regular physical exercise, and get some fresh air when possible. It’s good so long as this is solitary, or only with those you live with.

REACH OUT
If you need advice, support or help, try reaching out to friends, family, whānau or workmates.

WE'RE UPDATING INFORMATION CONSTANTLY
For all the latest advice, including answers to your health and financial questions, go to Covid19.govt.nz.

And remember: what you do now, will help protect all of us.
Find out more

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1687 days ago

Have you wondered who is tracking down contacts of Covid-19 cases?

Nicole Johnstone Reporter from Southland Times

The Southern District Health Board has recruited and trained a team of more than 80 people to tract down cases related to coronavirus in the southern region.

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