10 ways you dont realise youre dam.. You wash it, brush it, blow-dry it, straighten it, curl it and/or put all kinds of products in it. Theres no question your hair goes through the ringer on any given day. The good news is you can reverse the damage. Your game plan: Stop committing... Page 10

Start the year with doing something .. Sometimes we reach a point in our life where finding a hobby or people to share an interest with becomes important. Whether its through gardening, stamp collecting, a gym class or rock climbing, there are so many ways and means in which to join with... Page 10

Sweet treats to mark the day You will need: A heart shaped cookie cutter 100g softened butter 100g caster sugar 1 egg lightly beaten 1t vanilla essence 1C plain flour 400g icing sugar 4T water Red food colouring Method: Preheat oven to 180 degrees celsius and line a baking tray... Page 6

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Plunkets top summer safety tips Summer is all about fun, family, friends and hopefully some sunshine. But its also a time when sunburn and accidents are all too common. Heres how to help keep your children safe while youre making the most of the summer months. Children are... Page 8

Make your new years resolutions eas.. switch to healthier lunches. Small changes will make you feel like you are working towards the goal and keep you motivated. 3. Go easy on your goals Dont make your goals too rigid. Instead of stating you will give up sweet treats and chocolates,... Page 8

Pick up the phone and make the call And thats okay. Whether youve bitten off more than you can chew with a finance or hire purchase agreement, youve found yourself unable to manage your money, youre in a violent relationship or you simply need friendship; theres someone, somewhere... Page 16

Keeping baby cool in the summer mont.. Clothing If you are spending time indoors on a hot day, you should dress your baby in light, loose-fitting clothing that will allow the best comfort. Choose natural fibres such as cotton which absorbs sweat better than anything synthetic. Remember to... Page 14

Change lanes carefully Of all the driving mistakes committed on our roads, incorrect signalling and changing lanes carelessly are one of the most common. If you ask drivers what they most dislike about other drivers, nine times out of 10 you would hear the response... Page 13

Tough kids tackle obstacles The future of the Colac Bay Foreshore Rd could be called into question after weather conditions recently forced yet another closure. Part of the Southern Scenic Route, the road was shut on Friday after strong winds battered the south coast and blew... Page 7

Free budgeting advice for those in n.. those who need it that there is light at the end of the tunnel. However, Sharon says now more than ever its important to re-evaluate your financial situation, especially in the lead up to Christmas. If you need help, source it, and realise there are... Page 12

Burt is back and ready to roll The unmistakeable rumble of hundreds of motorcycles rolling into town next week signals the beginning of the tenth annual Burt Munro Challenge, a festival in celebration of Southlands most famous son, Burt Munro. Burts rise to fame in the 1960s as... Page 8

Celebrate your Christmas party funct.. Go on location: Christmas parties are often hosted at the office, club or same restaurant venue year after year. Try mixing things up a bit this year and find a new location for your event. Find a new restaurant, cafe, or enjoy a potluck meal at... Page 14

Help your local SPCA help animals in.. My name is Jenny MacDonald and I am a warranted Animal Welfare Inspector for the Southland SPCA. I was appointed by the Ministry of Primary Industries and perform my duties in alliance with the Animal Welfare Act 1999. I have been in this role now... Page 16

Celebrating 125 years of service and.. Each day, on average, three more New Zealanders will register to receive Blind Foundation services. Public support is needed now as much as ever. On Friday and Saturday October 30 and 31, an army of volunteer collectors will be hitting the streets for... Page 20

Theatre restaurant nights return Invercargill Musical Theatre will once again be presenting their popular theatrerestaurant nights at the Scottish Hall next month. The Musical theatre, on stage from November 18-28, will present And the winner is..., a compilation of some of the... Page 12

Tips for a successful work function Only attempt to ask around for dates if your office or department has under 20 people. Any number above that and you will never get an agreement. Just set a date and inform everyone. The key to getting a full turn out is to give plenty of notice,... Page 14

Debunking the triangle of life This triangle of life method is one of the many that are shown to be incorrect. Always use drop, cover, hold to protect yourself in an earthquake. Page 15

The 5 ways to wellbeing He may only be 25 years old but Alex Milligan is already making a name for himself on stage. The Auckland-born opera singer is about to travel to Invercargill on his 10th tour with the Kiwi opera company Operatunity. The young baritone will be joined... Page 11

Awards finalists to be presented at .. This years gala dinner and awards presentation event will be held on Friday, September 25 at the Ascot Park Hotel, Invercargill. Entrants to the awards receive many beneficial outcomes throughout the awards process, increasing staff morale, business... Page 14

Research reveals why everyone elses.. Have you ever touched a loved ones arm and marvelled at the softness of his or her skin. Turns out its probably all in your head, a new study shows. Researchers from the University College London found that people rated others skin as softer than... Page 14

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Trip & Trap programme Trip and Trap allows you to sponsor a stoat trap, which equates to having one wellmaintained stoat trap set up to keep birds and wildlife safe. You can either take trips through Wairaurahiri Jet to check the traps, or have these checked by other... Page 14

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Pink for boys, blue for girls. When youve gone for that lifechanging pregnancy scan to determine the sex of the baby, you immediately become swept up in gender colours - pink and blue. Then when you begin sharing the gender of your baby, friends and family flock to purchase that... Page 18

Rich and vibrant history for South I.. The history of South Invercargill is one that is not only rich, but intriguing and opens the door to knowing just how far we have come from where weve been. So where have we come from. South Invercargill was born as dense bush and large trees began... Page 8

Enable your children to build relati.. Out of school activities are vital in improving social skills and academic performance, as well as building relationships with peers. They allow your children to work towards goals, hold an interest in something, as well as enabling them to meet new... Page 16

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Unusual artistic material brings own.. How do you get a car into a pyramid. Its not a riddle, or a joke, but something Southland Museum and Art Gallery staff have had to figure out as they prepare for their latest exhibition. Corrugations is a body of work by artist Jeff Thomson, known as... Page 2

Chilly first day but kids warm to fu.. Mother Nature put on the winter and Kidzone provided the wonderland. The chilly weather yesterday couldnt deter hundreds of families from lining up outside, awaiting entry to the first day of ILT Kidzone. Tickets for the opening day of the school... Page 1

Robotics day a winner with kids Southland could have its very own Robocup event next year, if the success of a recent robotics workshop in Winton is anything to go by. Hosted by Central Southland College, students and their mentors built robots and then coded and programmed them to... Page 1

Library helps find WWI soldiers Invercargill City Library staff are helping Southlanders rediscover their families past by tracing the lives of World War I soldiers. The library will be holding two workshops next week that will help people retrace the footsteps of WWI... Page 1

Customer service recognised Invercargill man Ken Christie, 65, is not your average trolley man. After just three months working for New World Windsor, word of Christies warm smile and big heart reached Foodstuffs New Zealands head office. Management were so impressed with... Page 1

Glass recycling dicey Glass recycling in Southland could be a thing of the past because of processing difficulties, high costs, and a lack of markets. The organisation at the sharp end of Southlands waste recycling, Southland disAbility Enterprises, is calling for a... Page 1

Hospice welcomes reprieve Dire straits have been avoided by Hospice Southland with news that the government will provide a cash injection - but it will still need to fundraise to provide its vital services. Health Minister Jonathan Coleman has announced new funding of $3.5... Page 1

New boat not too far away A new Coastguard vessel for Bluff could be launched as early as July, with the build two-thirds of the way through. Bluff Coastguard president Andy Johnson said with the boats interior fit-out and getting equipment and machinery up and running due in... Page 1

Twins conquer the North Pole Nungshi and Tashi Malik are no strangers to adventure. Not content with having scaled the Seven Summits - the seven highest peaks on each continent - theyve just completed the Explorers Grand Slam (last degree), reaching the North and South poles,... Page 1

Glengarry shops flourishing The rebirth of the Glengarry shopping centre is progressing with the laundromat reopening after receiving an extensive upgrade. The old laundromat was on the verge of closing down late last year when it was bought by Invercargill businesswomen Emery... Page 1

Never too old Were delighted to introduce a new feature for our readers this week - a weekly column by New Zealands favourite wellbeing expert, Dr Libby Weaver, in which she will respond to your questions about how to live more healthily. Dr Libby is a seven... Page 1

Kepler Kids gain national interest Kids Restore the Kepler is arguably becoming the benchmark for youth conservation projects, Fiordland Conservation Trust manager Laura Harry says. The programme is gaining national interest after a successful five years working on the Kepler Track. The... Page 3

5 THINGS TO DO THIS WEEKEND ONCE ON CHUNUK BAIR This is a drama depicting the outstanding bravery of the soldiers and the blundering incompetence of the British commanders at the hill of Chunuk Bair. On tonight, tomorrow and Saturday at Repertory House, Invercargill. Tickets... Page 2

Advance healthcare planning encourag.. Craft stalls, food, community events, live entertainment and childrens rides. On Saturday and Sunday from 10am to 5pm in Bluff. The Southern District Health Board (SDHB) is asking people to have a Conversation that Counts today. Its the second... Page 2

5 THINGS TO DO THIS WEEKEND GYPSY FAIR Popular famous fair that comes to town only once a year, featuring 30 Gypsy families in interesting house-trucks and buses. With crafts and clothes on sale. On Saturday and Sunday from 9am to 5pm both days at the Gala St Reserve. Entry is... Page 2

5 THINGS TO DO THIS WEEKEND TOUR DE LAKES Celebrating 20 years, this popular road race takes competitors through the scenic views of Central Otago and the Lakes District before finishing in Fiordland. On Friday until Monday from Cromwell to Queenstown. More details on the... Page 2

Culture shock is expected A group of Central Southland College students are off to France this weekend in what will be the schools first ever European exchange. The Winton students will stay with host families, studying in the mornings at the Germaine Fillion College in the... Page 1

5 THINGS TO DO THIS WEEKEND WOMENS LIFESTYLE EXPO INVERCARGILL The Invercargill Womens Lifestyle Expo is a two day event for women of all ages. With more than 120 companies involved featuring everything from jewellery and beauty to business products & information, crafts,... Page 2

5 THINGS TO DO THIS WEEKEND SOUTHLAND MULTICULTURAL FOOD FESTIVAL The sixth Southland Multicultural Food Festival is bigger and better with more food stalls and loads of entertainment. On Saturday at ILT Stadium Southland from 10.30am until 3pm. Free entry. THE GREAT FIORDLAND... Page 2

5 THINGS TO DO THIS WEEKEND SOUTHERN FARMERS MARKET The market boasts baking, free range eggs, crafts and an array of fresh produce. On Sunday at the Scottish Hall, from 9.30am until 12.30pm. THE BLUE OVAL ROADSHOW To celebrate a new range of vehicles, Ford NZ has embarked on... Page 2

5 THINGS TO DO THIS WEEKEND GLENGARRY COMMUNITY MARKET Held the last Saturday of each month there will be 30 stalls selling a range of products including produce, baking and crafts. Saturday from 9.30am until 1pm at the Glengarry Shopping Centre. SOUTHERN WILD FOOD... Page 2

5 THINGS TO DO THIS WEEKEND EVOLUTION MOTORSPORT CLASSIC SPEEDFEST The annual event is back with racing around Teretonga Park, featuring historic touring cars, formula juniors, classic saloons and vintage single seaters. About it: On Saturday and Sunday from 9am at Teretonga... Page 2

5 THINGS TO DO THIS WEEKEND SPCA SOUTHLANDS 1ST BIRTHDAY The SPCAs new shelter is turning one and its celebrating with cake, a barbecue, raffles and much more. About it: On Sunday at SPCA Southland from 10am till 3pm. Donations welcome. SHAKESPEARE IN THE PARK The Taming of... Page 2

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