1939 days ago

OPINION: It's a wild ride on the political campaign trail in the deep south

Georgia Weaver Reporter from Southland Times

Media professional Olivia Caldwell had a crack at the Southland electorate MP job for National. She writes about her experience that she says was wild. “There were whiskeys, roast beef, cheese rolls, jimmy’s pies and even a spur of the moment spa bath in someone else’s togs.”

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4 days ago

Poll: Are our Kiwi summer holidays helping us recharge, or holding the economy back? ☀️🥝

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

There’s growing debate about whether New Zealand’s extended Christmas break (and the slowdown that comes with it) affects productivity.

Tracy Watkins has weighed in ... now it’s your turn. What’s your take? 🤔

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Are our Kiwi summer holidays helping us recharge, or holding the economy back? ☀️🥝
  • 72.9% We work hard, we deserve a break!
    72.9% Complete
  • 16.1% Hmm, maybe?
    16.1% Complete
  • 11% Yes!
    11% Complete
708 votes
7 hours ago

Poll: Is the government doing enough to help safeguard our marine environment?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Sea surface temperatures in New Zealand are rising faster than the global average, and Southland is among the quickest to warm.

While that might sound like great news for anyone hoping for a perfect swimming summer, there’s a downside: continued warming could have serious impacts on our coastal ecosystems.

We want to know: Is the government doing enough to help safeguard our marine environment?

Want to read more? See the Press!

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Is the government doing enough to help safeguard our marine environment?
  • 0% Yes
    0% Complete
  • 0% No
    0% Complete
  • 0% It is complicated
    0% Complete
0 votes
7 hours ago

Celebrate in Style: Craft Your Own Decor with Testpots

The Team from Resene ColorShop Invercargill

Create handcrafted celebrations using Resene testpots. Find out how to create your own with these easy step by step instructions.

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