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3346 days ago

Poll: How fast can you eat a Greedy Bastard burger?

Reporter The Eye

Southern Pro-Wrestlers Powerhouse T Rex (Troy Crosbie) and The Hammer (Simon Kairau) Southland Sharks Commentator Kayne "Big Daddy" Johnson, Radio Southland's Kim Diack and two members of the public, Steve Turton and Terry Kennard were not afraid to get messy in a burger eating … View moreSouthern Pro-Wrestlers Powerhouse T Rex (Troy Crosbie) and The Hammer (Simon Kairau) Southland Sharks Commentator Kayne "Big Daddy" Johnson, Radio Southland's Kim Diack and two members of the public, Steve Turton and Terry Kennard were not afraid to get messy in a burger eating contest at Burger Fuel on Saturday.
READ MORE: www.stuff.co.nz...

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How fast can you eat a Greedy Bastard burger?
  • 16.7% I think I could do better than The Hammer - Less than 2.40 minutes
    16.7% Complete
  • 0% Less than 3 minutes
    0% Complete
  • 8.3% Less than 5 minutes
    8.3% Complete
  • 75% Why rush - I will take as long as I like
    75% Complete
12 votes
3347 days ago

Poll: Do you think books becoming a thing of the past?

Reporter The Eye

A Southlander has donated thousands of books to raise money for the Invercargill Women's Refuge.
The books will be sold at a three-day book sale at the Masonic Hall in Invercargill at Labour Weekend.
READ MORE: www.stuff.co.nz...

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Do you think books becoming a thing of the past?
  • 8.8% Yes - everything is online now, we have no need for paperbacks
    8.8% Complete
  • 50% No - I love books, they will never go out of style
    50% Complete
  • 41.2% They will always have a place, but they are not as popular as they once were
    41.2% Complete
34 votes
3347 days ago

Find out what's on in Southland this Labour Weekend

Reporter The Eye

Fifty years of history will be celebrated at Glengarry this weekend.
Hundreds of people from throughout New Zealand are expected to travel to Southland this Labour Weekend to take part in Glengarry's 50th reunion celebrations.
Read more to find out what other events are on: … View more
Fifty years of history will be celebrated at Glengarry this weekend.
Hundreds of people from throughout New Zealand are expected to travel to Southland this Labour Weekend to take part in Glengarry's 50th reunion celebrations.
Read more to find out what other events are on: www.stuff.co.nz...

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3348 days ago

In this week's edition of The Eye

Reporter The Eye

For stories from 'Messing with the competition' to 'Blood, sweat and clipboards', check out this week's edition. youtu.be...

3348 days ago

Poll: Do you enjoy pro-wrestling?

Reporter The Eye

I am not a big fan of any sports that intentionally injure someone.
Boxing and any kind of combat sports are not my thing, I mean I get nervous when I watch a group of children play bull rush.
It is a combination of things I don't enjoy: blood, pain, humiliation and the brutality.
READ … View more
I am not a big fan of any sports that intentionally injure someone.
Boxing and any kind of combat sports are not my thing, I mean I get nervous when I watch a group of children play bull rush.
It is a combination of things I don't enjoy: blood, pain, humiliation and the brutality.
READ MORE: www.stuff.co.nz...

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Do you enjoy pro-wrestling?
  • 0% I think it is great
    0% Complete
  • 88.9% Not my thing
    88.9% Complete
  • 11.1% It's not something I would ordinarily be interested in but I would give it a cha
    11.1% Complete
18 votes
3348 days ago

What are our most precious attractions in the south?

Nicole Johnstone Reporter from Southland Times

The SoRDS tourism strategy will include ways to get better value from what's already precious about southern attractions.
What are our most precious attractions?

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

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3349 days ago

Poll: Are schools near your home a good choice? #pulseoftheneighbourhood

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

In this week's Pulse of the Neighbourhood Survey we're asking about the schools near you. Would you be happy to send your kids to your local - or would you rather send them somewhere else? Vote below!

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Are schools near your home a good choice? #pulseoftheneighbourhood
  • 66.6% Yes - I have great schools nearby
    66.6% Complete
  • 8.8% They're okay
    8.8% Complete
  • 15.1% No - I would rather send my children to another school
    15.1% Complete
  • 9.5% I don't know / not relevant to me
    9.5% Complete
1447 votes
3350 days ago

What if you can't get home?

The Team from Ministry of Civil Defence & Emergency Management

If you can’t take your normal route home, how will you get there? Who will you go with? Where will you meet up if your street is a no-go zone? Do your neighbours need help? Go to www.happens.nz... and make a plan today.

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3350 days ago

Why are SBS Bank’s rates so good?

SBS Bank

Ever wondered why our rates are so good? Find out in our latest TV commercial.

If you’re buying a new house or refinancing your mortgage, contact us on 0800 SBS BANK today or you can apply online at SBS Bank. T&Cs apply.
Learn more

3351 days ago

Have you followed the Southland Stags this season?

Nicole Johnstone Reporter from Southland Times

The Southland Stags have plenty to ponder as their season ends. Have you been following their season?

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

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3352 days ago

Poll: Do you think homelessness is a problem in Southland?

Reporter The Eye

Chanelle Hammond battled the elements in a cardboard box on Friday night.
The 17-year-old was one of about 40 Southlanders who took park in the charity event 14 Hours Homeless at a Salvation Army building on Victoria Avenue in Invercargill.
The nationwide event encouraged people to sleep rough … View more
Chanelle Hammond battled the elements in a cardboard box on Friday night.
The 17-year-old was one of about 40 Southlanders who took park in the charity event 14 Hours Homeless at a Salvation Army building on Victoria Avenue in Invercargill.
The nationwide event encouraged people to sleep rough to raise money and awareness for the homeless in New Zealand.
READ MORE: www.stuff.co.nz...

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Do you think homelessness is a problem in Southland?
  • 41.9% Yes and it needs to be addressed
    41.9% Complete
  • 32.3% No it is better then other places in New Zealand
    32.3% Complete
  • 25.8% I don't know
    25.8% Complete
31 votes
3353 days ago

Poll: Do you think there should be more free activities for teenagers in your community?

Reporter The Eye

Southern sporting legends are getting ready to shoot hoops in South Invercargill.
Sports Southland and South Alive have teamed up to run a free programme to promote community engagement and fitness for teenagers.
The programme, called the 3x3 Youth Basketball competition, will run for five … View more
Southern sporting legends are getting ready to shoot hoops in South Invercargill.
Sports Southland and South Alive have teamed up to run a free programme to promote community engagement and fitness for teenagers.
The programme, called the 3x3 Youth Basketball competition, will run for five weeks, starting with a show case and registration night on October 28.
READ MORE: www.stuff.co.nz...

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Do you think there should be more free activities for teenagers in your community?
  • 62.5% Yes - I think there is a gap in the community
    62.5% Complete
  • 9.4% No - There are heaps of free activities for teenagers
    9.4% Complete
  • 21.9% We already have some activities available but more would be great
    21.9% Complete
  • 6.3% No - Teenagers aren't interested in these kinds of activities
    6.3% Complete
32 votes
3354 days ago

Can you help clean up rubbish in Bluff?

Reporter The Eye

Bluff residents are getting ready for a mega rubbish cleanup this weekend.
The annual street cleanup is part of the Keep New Zealand Beautiful Campaign.
2024 Bluff Urban Rejuvenation Group treasurer Sue Garland is calling for volunteers to help on the day.
READ MORE: www.stuff.co.nz...

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3354 days ago

New improvements at Mobil for a better station experience

Mobil

At Mobil we’ve made some improvements including re-imaged stations, lighting you’ll love our new look pumps for a more pleasant station experience. At selected sites only. Come see for yourself. At selected stations only. We think you’ll like what’s changed. Learn more here. Learn more

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3354 days ago

Poll: How do you motivate yourself to exercise?

Reporter The Eye

I have a deep suspicion that I am a pessimist.
The mercury is on the rise and my winter coat is back in my cupboard.
Flowers are in bloom, the birds are singing etc ...
I should be thrilled, it's spring and summer is just around the corner. But I am not thrilled.
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I have a deep suspicion that I am a pessimist.
The mercury is on the rise and my winter coat is back in my cupboard.
Flowers are in bloom, the birds are singing etc ...
I should be thrilled, it's spring and summer is just around the corner. But I am not thrilled.
READ MORE: www.stuff.co.nz...

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How do you motivate yourself to exercise?
  • 5.9% A weekly treat
    5.9% Complete
  • 17.6% I don't need be motivated I love to exercise
    17.6% Complete
  • 29.4% I look in the mirror or at the jeans that used to fit me
    29.4% Complete
  • 29.4% I do activities that are fun
    29.4% Complete
  • 17.6% It is a mental health release
    17.6% Complete
17 votes
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