352 days ago

Panda Mart products recalled

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Several products sold at Panda Mart have been deemed unsafe for use.

Panda Mart products recalled are below (please click on the name to open the details):
Usha's Sunscreen
Mini Police Car
Panda Mart Kids electronic keyboard
Piano fitness walker
Baby Game blanket and baby gym
Panda Mart hot water bottles
Panda Mart bikes
Panda Mart baby walkers
Panda Mart baby rattles
Toy Excavator
Funny children walker
Children music walker
Baby rattle set

What you need to know:
- Consumers should cease to use these products immediately and return to Panda Mart Auckland or Christchurch store for a refund.

Please note, a Kmart product was also recalled:
Kmart Anko soft activity ball

And in case you missed it earlier in the month, ensure you're not using the Kmart Christmas duvets as this has led to hospitalisations just from exposure.

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NZCCM Massage and English Programmes

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Students gain strong Anatomy and Physiology knowledge, hands-on experience in the student clinic, and pathways into health and wellbeing careers. NZCCM actively incorporates tikanga Māori and Te Ao Māori, partnering with local marae for cultural learning and community treatments.

As Auckland’s only provider of Massage diplomas, NZCCM is enrolling now for February 2026 Programmes include the Level 5 Wellness and Relaxation Massage Diploma and the Level 6 Remedial Massage Diploma, both NZQA-approved with intensive block courses. NZCCM also offers NZCEL Level 4 for academic English preparation.

Open Days will be held on 12 December and 23 January.
Contact: 09 580 2376 or auck@chinesemedicine.ac.nz
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6 days ago

Poll: Should we be giving the green light to new mining projects? 💰🌲

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

The Environmental Protection Authority announced this week that a proposed mine in Central Otago (near Cromwell) is about to enter its fast-track assessment process. A final decision could come within six months, and if it’s approved, construction might start as early as mid-2026.

We want to know: Should mining projects like this move ahead?

Keen to dig deeper? Mike White has the scoop.

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Should we be giving the green light to new mining projects? 💰🌲
  • 53.1% Yes
    53.1% Complete
  • 46.9% No
    46.9% Complete
1876 votes