Stewart Island/Rakiura, Stewart Island

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2479 days ago

Missing painting

Georgia Weaver Reporter from Southland Times

Do you know where this painting is? It's thought to be in Invercargill.

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2480 days ago

Deer velvet

Georgia Weaver Reporter from Southland Times

The high calibre of entries in a Fiordland deer velvet competition this month portrays an industry in buoyant good health, experts are saying.

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

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2481 days ago

Poll: Should there be stricter testing on sunscreens?

Elesha Gordon from Neighbourly.co.nz

Almost half of NZ sunscreens reportedly fail to live up to their most basic claims - to protect us from the sun. Some sunscreens brands haven’t even tested their product on people which may mean people are misled about the actual protect a sunscreen provides. Do you think New Zealand should have … View moreAlmost half of NZ sunscreens reportedly fail to live up to their most basic claims - to protect us from the sun. Some sunscreens brands haven’t even tested their product on people which may mean people are misled about the actual protect a sunscreen provides. Do you think New Zealand should have mandatory standards for sunscreen? Read the full Stuff story here.

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Should there be stricter testing on sunscreens?
  • 93.3% Yes, it should have mandatory standards
    93.3% Complete
  • 1.4% No, I am happy with how it is.
    1.4% Complete
  • 3.5% I have found a brand I trust, so this doesn't affect me.
    3.5% Complete
  • 1.8% I don't know / I have no opinion
    1.8% Complete
3313 votes
2481 days ago

Huge fire near Tiwai Point

Georgia Weaver Reporter from Southland Times

Fire crews are battling a huge fire that has been going since about 7pm on Monday.

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2482 days ago

Forest protection

Georgia Weaver Reporter from Southland Times

Forty hectares of land in Southland is now permanently protected.

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2485 days ago

Neighbours Day is coming up!

The Team from Neighbours Aotearoa

How will you connect? Choose one of our four ways to host an event! Here's our video for BBQs on the Berm! For more resources about hosting your BBQ or to sign up head here: neighboursdayaotearoa.org...

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2486 days ago

The magic of Wyndham Museum

Georgia Weaver Reporter from Southland Times

Wyndham Museum may have closed its doors for the last time – but a bright new future beckons for its collection.

Read more: Wyndham Museum may have closed its doors for the last time – but a bright new future beckons for its collection.

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2486 days ago

It's that time again!

Resene

Hi neighbours! Get decorating while the warmer weather is here!

Right now you can save the GST on Resene premium paints, stains, primers, sealers, wallpaper, decorating accessories and cleaning products at your local Resene ColorShop and participating resellers. Plus check out the extra savingsView more
Hi neighbours! Get decorating while the warmer weather is here!

Right now you can save the GST on Resene premium paints, stains, primers, sealers, wallpaper, decorating accessories and cleaning products at your local Resene ColorShop and participating resellers. Plus check out the extra savings you can enjoy with a Resene ColorShop Card or Resene DIY Card! Offer runs until 31 January 2018.
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2487 days ago

Sign up and be in to WIN a $100 Prezzy Card!

ServiceIQ

Hi neighbours, if you know a school leaver searching for a career then this could be a big help. They could get a job where they can earn and learn, gain national qualifications and build a great career in aviation, tourism, travel, retail, retail supply chain or hospitality.

The … View more
Hi neighbours, if you know a school leaver searching for a career then this could be a big help. They could get a job where they can earn and learn, gain national qualifications and build a great career in aviation, tourism, travel, retail, retail supply chain or hospitality.

The Career Kick-Starter Guide created by ServiceIQ (industry training organisation for these exciting service sectors) helps them choose.

Sign up now to receive your free copy and go in the draw to WIN a $100 Prezzy Card!
Enter here

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2488 days ago

Fish rescue

Georgia Weaver Reporter from Southland Times

It's been so hot, rivers are starting to dry up putting fish at risk.

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

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2488 days ago

Total fire ban in Southland

Georgia Weaver Reporter from Southland Times

A total fire ban is now in place after a burn off got out of control on Sunday.

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

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2489 days ago

Hot day in the south

Georgia Weaver Reporter from Southland Times

Fans and inflatable pools sold out yesterday as parts of Southland reached record highs.

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2489 days ago

Queenstown Home Show - save the dates!

Queenstown Home Show

Are you building or renovating? Maybe you just want to spruce up your décor? The Queenstown Home Show is the place to go!

Come along with your building and renovation specs, grab a coffee and wander through the show – talk to the experts, ask them questions, compare ideas and prices, research… View more
Are you building or renovating? Maybe you just want to spruce up your décor? The Queenstown Home Show is the place to go!

Come along with your building and renovation specs, grab a coffee and wander through the show – talk to the experts, ask them questions, compare ideas and prices, research new products. It’s time to get inspired!

Dates: 23rd, 24th and 25th February
Times: Friday & Saturday: 10am – 5pm. Sunday: 10am – 4pm.
Venue: Queenstown Events Centre

Visit our website for more information www.queenstownhomeshow.co.nz
Find out more!

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2490 days ago

Sunny in the south

Georgia Weaver Reporter from Southland Times

Temperatures are meant to reach 30 degrees Celsius in Invercargill today, what are you doing to keep cool?

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

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2492 days ago

Peter Rabbit village in Garston

Georgia Weaver Reporter from Southland Times

Slowly the Peter Rabbit village has been added to.

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