Don't get red carded by Police this game day
Southland Police are encouraging fans heading to the Southland Stags vs Otago rugby clash on Saturday, 2 August, to enjoy the evening responsibly and look after one another.
With a strong turnout expected at Rugby Park, Police will be actively patrolling both the stadium and surrounding areas throughout the evening. Our goal is to support a safe, fun, and family-friendly environment for all attendees.
“We want everyone to have a great time and support our team on Stags Day,” says Area Prevention Manager, Acting Inspector Melanie Robertson. “That means keeping alcohol consumption within reason, having a plan to get home safely, and looking out for your mates.”
Police remind attendees to:
🏉 Drink responsibly – know your limits and pace yourself.
🏉 Have a transport plan – arrange a sober driver, use public transport, or book a taxi.
🏉 Look after your mates – stay together and check in on each other.
🏉 Be respectful – to other fans, staff, and emergency services.
Disorderly behaviour won’t be tolerated, and Police will be on hand to ensure everyone can enjoy the game in a safe and positive atmosphere.
Let’s make it a night to remember for all the right reasons.
Go the Stags!
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Poll: Are Kiwis allergic to “exuberance”? 🥝
In The Post’s opinion piece on the developments set to open across Aotearoa in 2026, John Coop suggests that, as a nation, we’re “allergic to exuberance.”
We want to know: Are we really allergic to showing our excitement?
Is it time to lean into a more optimistic view of the place we call home? As big projects take shape and new opportunities emerge, perhaps it’s worth asking whether a little more confidence (and enthusiasm!) could do us some good.
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41.8% Yes
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33.5% Maybe?
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24.7% No
Some Choice News!
Many New Zealand gardens aren’t seeing as many monarch butterflies fluttering around their swan plants and flower beds these days — the hungry Asian paper wasp has been taking its toll.
Thanks to people like Alan Baldick, who’s made it his mission to protect the monarch, his neighbours still get to enjoy these beautiful butterflies in their own backyards.
Thinking about planting something to invite more butterflies, bees, and birds into your garden?
Thanks for your mahi, Alan! We hope this brings a smile!
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