Stewart Island/Rakiura, Stewart Island

"Gender neutral" uniforms?

Georgia Weaver Reporter from Southland Times

A Fiordland school is considering "gender neutral" uniforms. What do you think?

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Let’s join together and put tamariki first!

Children's Day

There are lots of awesome events happening in neighbourhoods around Aotearoa for Children’s Day, Sunday 4 March. Check out what’s on near you. If you don’t head along to an event, remember the most important thing you can give tamariki is your time and aroha! Find out more

Poll: What part does meat play in your diet?

Reporter Sunday Star Times

More Kiwis are cutting back on meat; more farmers are noticing the downturn. So what part does meat play in your diet?

What part does meat play in your diet?

• I eat meat most days
• I am reducing the amount of meat in my diet
• I eat only white meat
• I eat only fish
• I don't eat any meat
• I don't eat any animal products at all

Vote View Results

• 52% I eat meat most days
  52% Complete
• 29.2% I am reducing the amount of meat in my diet
  29.2% Complete
• 4.5% I eat only white meat
  4.5% Complete
• 3% I eat only fish
  3% Complete
• 7.2% I don't eat any meat
  7.2% Complete
• 4% I don't eat any animal products at all
  4% Complete

2794 votes

Live chat recap: Your gardening dilemmas answered

Jo Haywood Reporter from Homed

Gardening expert and author Lynda Hallinan joined us us live on Homed on Valentine's Day to share her love of gardening and answer your plant-based dilemmas.

If you missed it, you can see what Lynda had to say and maybe get some new ideas to try in your own garden, by clicking here.

Humble sausage sizzle raises much needed funds for local charities

The Warehouse New Zealand

We’ve enabled local charities to raise over $367,000 last year through the use of our community BBQs. Some of our team have also got involved, like dedicated Dave cooking up a feast every weekend. Check out the video below to see why Dave fires up the BBQ each weekend and the next time you walk … View moreWe’ve enabled local charities to raise over $367,000 last year through the use of our community BBQs. Some of our team have also got involved, like dedicated Dave cooking up a feast every weekend. Check out the video below to see why Dave fires up the BBQ each weekend and the next time you walk past don’t forget to purchase a sausage sizzle as all funds go back to your local community. Watch the video

Bill English resigns as National Party leader

Georgia Weaver Reporter from Southland Times

Bill English has stepped down in an emotional announcement today.

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Zero fees everywhere?

Georgia Weaver Reporter from Southland Times

A Green Party MP says she would like to roll out zero fees across the country, similar to how the Southern Institute of Technology currently operates. What do you think?

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Turn your small business into a big one

BNZ

Got a great product or service? A decent sales track record? And a satisfied base of happy customers? Then it's time to turn your small business into a big one. Check out our six simple and insightful tips on how to do just that - and increase your revenue without overstretching your assets. Read more

Drone use causing problems at Te Anau

Georgia Weaver Reporter from Southland Times

Do you think there needs to be more information available for tourists?

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Burt Munro Challenge VIP

Georgia Weaver Reporter from Southland Times

Dorne Clark is a huge fan of the challenge.

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Love salvias? You'll want to see this

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

There are two registered national salvia collections in New Zealand: one is at Auckland Botanic Gardens, and the other is right here in your neighbourhood, held by Marshwood Gardens' Geoff Genge. Take a look!

Take your skills on an adventure!

Volunteer Services Abroad

Looking for a rewarding overseas experience? Volunteer with local people and organisations throughout the wider Pacific to help transform lives. Aged 25 to 75 - our Kiwi volunteers come from diverse industries and all walks of life.

We cover flights, accommodation, insurance and even provide a … View moreLooking for a rewarding overseas experience? Volunteer with local people and organisations throughout the wider Pacific to help transform lives. Aged 25 to 75 - our Kiwi volunteers come from diverse industries and all walks of life.

We cover flights, accommodation, insurance and even provide a living allowance for volunteers and their partners.

Make a real difference in the lives of our Pacific neighbours. Learn more about volunteering with VSA. Find out more!

New design store in Tokonui

Georgia Weaver Reporter from Southland Times

These mums have started a new business aimed at putting Tokonui on the map.

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See you at the Southland Field Days!

Rugged Valley - Vehicle Accessories

Hey neighbours, we are counting down the days to the Southland Field Days! Come along and visit the Rugged Valley team at Site 451 on February 14th -16th and check out our Rugged Seat Covers Range.

We are so excited to see you all again; and simply cannot wait to talk about your work, the … View moreHey neighbours, we are counting down the days to the Southland Field Days! Come along and visit the Rugged Valley team at Site 451 on February 14th -16th and check out our Rugged Seat Covers Range.

We are so excited to see you all again; and simply cannot wait to talk about your work, the weather and your latest set of wheels.

Sign up now to receive the prelaunch of our no nonsense Field days offer.

See you there. Site 451.
The Rugged Valley Team Sign up for our Field Days offer!

No water? Happens.

The Team from Ministry of Civil Defence & Emergency Management

What would you do without water? Fill up clean, empty bottles today, so you're ready when it happens. www.happens.nz...