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International Day of the Older Persons is on Sunday October 1st. Every year we celebrate the contribution older people bring to society. The theme for this year is “Stepping into the Future: Tapping the Talents, Contributions and Participation of Older Persons in Society.”
On Sunday (and … View moreInternational Day of the Older Persons is on Sunday October 1st. Every year we celebrate the contribution older people bring to society. The theme for this year is “Stepping into the Future: Tapping the Talents, Contributions and Participation of Older Persons in Society.”
On Sunday (and the rest of the year), remember to acknowledge the wealth of knowledge and skills that New Zealanders aged over 65 bring to our communities.
Action is being taken to stop southern women from drinking alcohol while pregnant as booze consumption in the south continues to soar.
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Hi Neighbours. The Antique Fair is on this weekend! We'll be at the Scottish Hall. Dealers from the North and South Islands will be attending. There will be a mix of quality furniture, silver, china, crystal, jewellery (vintage and modern), books, tools, linen and collectables. All items are … View moreHi Neighbours. The Antique Fair is on this weekend! We'll be at the Scottish Hall. Dealers from the North and South Islands will be attending. There will be a mix of quality furniture, silver, china, crystal, jewellery (vintage and modern), books, tools, linen and collectables. All items are for sale.
The Antique Fair Charitable Trust runs antique fairs throughout the North and South Islands. Donations are made to various charities. We have chosen the Southland Hospice for this fair.
Join us at the Scottish Hall, 112 Esk Street, Invercargill:
- Friday 29th September, 10am - 5pm
- Saturday 30th September, 10am - 5pm
- Sunday 1st October, 10am - 4pm
Admission is $6 (children accompanied by an adult are free). To inquire please ring Sandy 027 497 6006. We look forward to seeing you there!
Do you know what ageism is? It is the discrimination of people on the basis of their age. Unfortunately too many people do not recognise the value older Kiwis bring to society. Age Concern New Zealand wants to change these ageist attitudes and create an inclusive New Zealand where everyone is … View moreDo you know what ageism is? It is the discrimination of people on the basis of their age. Unfortunately too many people do not recognise the value older Kiwis bring to society. Age Concern New Zealand wants to change these ageist attitudes and create an inclusive New Zealand where everyone is supported and valued. Join our social movement to combat ageism in New Zealand by signing up as an Age Concern Dignity Champion. It is FREE and we will even send you a Welcome Pack.
Western Southland students struggling with their writing are now learning in a way that is fun and i…
One of Invercargill's most hazardous intersections is set for a major upgrade.
The NZ Transport Agency is working towards improving the south Invercargill intersection of State Highway 1 and Elles Rd.
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It was the last thing Invercargill man Reece Niven expected when he chose a second-hand book. Out f…
OPINION: I have always been one that couldn't wait for winter to be over. Bring on the sunshine, sa…
Don't pack up the scarves and mittens, winter is not over just yet. Ice-World New Zealand is set to…
Check out this lovely photo one of our photographers snapped in Queens Park today. Do you have a spring photo to share? We print one reader photo each week on the Our Southland page in the paper. If you'd like to submit a photo, you can email it to jamie.searle@fairfaxmedia.co.nz
A group of Southland educators are proving it's never to late to learn, completing their MindLab by …
We Kiwis love our backyard. Whether it's our own gardens, parks or our big Kiwi backyard. Because we love it, we want to take care of it. Conservation Week is a great time to show our backyard some love.
There's plenty of ways for you and your family to take part, and we’ll be adding… View moreWe Kiwis love our backyard. Whether it's our own gardens, parks or our big Kiwi backyard. Because we love it, we want to take care of it. Conservation Week is a great time to show our backyard some love.
There's plenty of ways for you and your family to take part, and we’ll be adding more local events soon. For information on backyard activities and events near you, visit: www.conservationweek.org.nz....
Plus, keep an eye out for our photo competition details coming soon!
If you know of other Conservation Week events in your area, you can add them to our list here: www.doc.govt.nz...
For some it's a scary time, even embarrassing, so a group of women set up a pamper day to encourage Invercargill wahine (women) to break the stigma about smears.
The Mana Wahine Health and Pamper day on Friday at Awarua Social and Health Services in Invercargill had about 100 women … View moreFor some it's a scary time, even embarrassing, so a group of women set up a pamper day to encourage Invercargill wahine (women) to break the stigma about smears.
The Mana Wahine Health and Pamper day on Friday at Awarua Social and Health Services in Invercargill had about 100 women attend, ...
Digging down into individual communities, our Sunday Star-Times-Neighbourly survey of more than 2000 New Zealanders reveals how city, provincial town and country voters' concerns differ in the election lead-up. It's not quite the rust-belt of the USA – but there is a strip of provincial… View moreDigging down into individual communities, our Sunday Star-Times-Neighbourly survey of more than 2000 New Zealanders reveals how city, provincial town and country voters' concerns differ in the election lead-up. It's not quite the rust-belt of the USA – but there is a strip of provincial New Zealand weaving its way up the country, looping around the big cities and wealthier luish green dairy country to take in provincial towns like Invercargill, Greymouth, Motueka, Palmerston North, Dannevirke, Hastings, Gisborne and, up noth, Whangarei and Kaitaia, and the farming districts that keep those towns alive.
Young Invercargill girls are learning new skills while having fun with their peers as they hit the streets to sell Girl Guide biscuits this year.
The popular biscuits are up for grabs in the city again for the 60th year, and are expected to sell more than 1000 cartons on par with previous years. … View moreYoung Invercargill girls are learning new skills while having fun with their peers as they hit the streets to sell Girl Guide biscuits this year.
The popular biscuits are up for grabs in the city again for the 60th year, and are expected to sell more than 1000 cartons on par with previous years.
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