39 days ago

Some Choice News!

Kia pai from Sharing the Good Stuff

A trailblazing Māori scholar has finally received the recognition she deserves — nearly 100 years after her passing.

Mākereti Papakura, believed to be the first Indigenous woman to study at the University of Oxford, has been awarded a posthumous degree certificate.

Papakura sadly passed away in 1930, just weeks before she was due to present her thesis. Her research was later published as The Old-Time Māori — the first ethnographic study written by a Māori author.

We hope this brings a smile!

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4 days ago

Local Wizard Issues Riddle—Only the Worthy Shall Solve! 🪄✨

The Riddler from The Neighbourly Riddler

A farmer has 17 sheep, all but nine run away; how many are left?

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6 hours ago

Ready to Turn Your Airbnb Into a 5-Star “Rest Stop”?

Beds4U - Avondale

Hey neighbours!

If you’re running an Airbnb (or thinking about it), here’s a little secret: your bed can truly make or break your guest experience. A cozy, clean, thoughtfully chosen bed can turn an ordinary stay into a “Wow, I’m definitely coming back!” moment.

Whether you're hosting families, weekend adventurers, or friends on a quick getaway, the right bed sets the tone — comfort, style, and that warm “you’re welcome here” feeling guests instantly appreciate.

Not sure where to begin? We’ve put together a super helpful guide on choosing the perfect Airbnb beds — from comfort tips to design inspiration and those small touches that guests absolutely love.

Give it a read here: beds4u.co.nz...

If you want your Airbnb to stand out (and score those glowing 5-star reviews!), this guide is a must-read.

Happy hosting, neighbours!

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6 days ago

Scam Alert: Text from Police

The Team from New Zealand Police

If you get a text asking you to pay a traffic fine, please do not click on the link.
We’re aware of a text scam that includes a link to pay a fine, claiming to be from Police.

❌ Police do not issue speeding fines via text, this text is not from us, please don’t click the link.

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