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Jaffas, iconic orange-coated chocolate lollies that have been around since 1931, will soon be leaving our shelves.
We want to know: Will you miss them?
Also, in the spirit of Throwback Thursday, what other iconic brands are still lodged in your memory?
(We can confirm that a number of the … View moreJaffas, iconic orange-coated chocolate lollies that have been around since 1931, will soon be leaving our shelves.
We want to know: Will you miss them?
Also, in the spirit of Throwback Thursday, what other iconic brands are still lodged in your memory?
(We can confirm that a number of the Neighbourly team will be heading out to stock up our lolly jars before Jaffas disappear!)
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These wheat bags called 'Waiora Wheetie' are completely unique, with 12 panels to wear across neck and shoulders and other aching body parts.
THE BAG STAYS PUT BUT YOU DON'T HAVE TO! Wear it while you cook dinner.
Great to warm babies cott or your own bed.
Available in the … View moreThese wheat bags called 'Waiora Wheetie' are completely unique, with 12 panels to wear across neck and shoulders and other aching body parts.
THE BAG STAYS PUT BUT YOU DON'T HAVE TO! Wear it while you cook dinner.
Great to warm babies cott or your own bed.
Available in the contemporary Māori designs (100% cotton) shown in the pictures in red, green and black.
FREE to pick up for Neighbourly members otherwise:
$8.00 FREIGHT ADDITIONAL (based on one wheatbag no signature 3 - 5 days within urban NZ)
There is nothing out there like this!
Contemporary Māori design fabric
Made locally by hand
100% cotton fabric (the silver one is polyester)
Can be used hot or cold
Filled with wheat grown in Nelson
Unique 12 panels means the wheat stays where it should while you cook dinner!
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Kiwis are bracing for policy changes taking effect in July - these include, changes to rental housing rules, rising GP fees, rising transport fares, and halving Kiwisaver government contribution.
We want to know: What is your take on these changes? Will they impact you and your whanau, or will… View moreKiwis are bracing for policy changes taking effect in July - these include, changes to rental housing rules, rising GP fees, rising transport fares, and halving Kiwisaver government contribution.
We want to know: What is your take on these changes? Will they impact you and your whanau, or will it be business as usual?
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Kia ora neighbours! We will give away free copies to readers whose recipes are used in our magazine, and we're looking for brussels sprouts recipes right now. Send your family's favourite way to use up this crop, especially if you're lucky enough to grow it in your garden. Email us: … View moreKia ora neighbours! We will give away free copies to readers whose recipes are used in our magazine, and we're looking for brussels sprouts recipes right now. Send your family's favourite way to use up this crop, especially if you're lucky enough to grow it in your garden. Email us: mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz, by June 12, 2025.
Work is currently underway on upgrading this intersection to traffic lights. Construction is due for completion by Friday 8 August, depending on the weather.
The work will mainly be carried out during the day between 7am–5pm, however some tasks may need to be done at night for the safety of … View moreWork is currently underway on upgrading this intersection to traffic lights. Construction is due for completion by Friday 8 August, depending on the weather.
The work will mainly be carried out during the day between 7am–5pm, however some tasks may need to be done at night for the safety of everyone when they cannot be completed during the day. The traffic management will remain in place 24hrs.
A map of the detour is attached.
Note: Since the design was consulted on last year, the proposed pedestrian crossing across Raleigh Rd has been removed from the project as it clashed with a permitted development resource consent at a neighbouring property. However there is the existing pedestrian crossing on Raleigh Rd not far from the intersection that can be used.
This intersection has long been a risky one, in particular for vehicles exiting from Ocean View Rd onto Pupuke Rd, and it is only going to get worse as traffic increases with population growth. There are also growing wait times and difficulties for pedestrians crossing.
The proposed design turns it into a traffic light-controlled intersection with pedestrian crossings.
Changes include:
* Installing traffic lights at all corners of the intersection.
* Installing traffic light-controlled crossings across Ocean View Road and the left turn lane from Pupuke Road, to give people who walk or use a wheelchair safe places to cross.
* Merging of the lanes from Ocean View Road into one lane for both directions.
* Brighter street lights to improve visibility.
* Undergrounding a couple of power poles on Raleigh Road.
* Adding high-friction road surfacing on the left turn lane from Pupuke Road on to Ocean View Road to encourage safe turning speeds.
* Upgrading the existing traffic island to include better turning lines for vehicles, and footpaths and ramps for people who walk or use a wheelchair.
* Widening kerbs and the traffic island for safer waiting areas for people walking.
* Placing yellow guidance pavers on all pedestrian crossing points for the visually impaired.
* Placing ‘no stopping at all times’ yellow lines six metres from the intersection on all sides to discourage stopped vehicles that would block traffic and obstruct drivers’ views. This would remove approximately three north-side and two south-side on-street parking spaces on the Ocean View Road side of the intersection.
- Funded by the Kaipātiki Local Board via the Local Board Transport Capital Fund.
Stunning sunrises, frosty mornings and snowy mountains. There's a lot of beauty to be seen in these winter months.
We’d love to see your corner of the country and what your winter looks like. Share a photo below...
Winter is the season for slowing down – flickering candles, warm interiors, and time to savour life’s little luxuries.
So why not make your winter even more indulgent? … View moreWinter is the season for slowing down – flickering candles, warm interiors, and time to savour life’s little luxuries.
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Using Resene wallpapers or murals as a framed print is a fantastic way to add drama. Create your own wall art using Resene WallPrint or get the custom Wildstyle design made to measure. Find out how to use your favourite Resene wallpaper design as art with these easy step by step instructions.
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