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1560 days ago

Glenvar Road update

Victoria from Torbay - Long Bay

I am delighted to see the Glenvar Road/East Coast Road improvement project was specifically mentioned in the National Land Transport Plan that was announced by the Government yesterday. This is a positive step forward in securing the funding required for the much needed urgent safety improvements.

Also mentioned were a number of Northern Motorway improvements as well as an extension of the Northern Busway to Albany.

Although this still isn't a concrete guarantee, it is certainly huge progression in the delivery of the project. The Local Board have been strong collective advocates for improving Glenvar Rd and we will continue to ensure that the ultimate decision makers move forward with this project without further delays.

Fingers and toes crossed 🤞

www.nzta.govt.nz...

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7 hours ago

Scam Alert: Fake information regarding December Bonuses from MSD

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

The Ministry of Social Development is reporting that fake information is circulating about new ‘December bonuses’ or ‘benefit increases’

If you get suspicious communication, please contact Netsafe.

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1 day ago

Poll: Are Kiwis allergic to “exuberance”? 🥝

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

In The Post’s opinion piece on the developments set to open across Aotearoa in 2026, John Coop suggests that, as a nation, we’re “allergic to exuberance.”

We want to know: Are we really allergic to showing our excitement?

Is it time to lean into a more optimistic view of the place we call home? As big projects take shape and new opportunities emerge, perhaps it’s worth asking whether a little more confidence (and enthusiasm!) could do us some good.

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Are Kiwis allergic to “exuberance”? 🥝
  • 41.3% Yes
    41.3% Complete
  • 32.8% Maybe?
    32.8% Complete
  • 25.9% No
    25.9% Complete
436 votes
22 days ago

Some Choice News!

Kia pai from Sharing the Good Stuff

Many New Zealand gardens aren’t seeing as many monarch butterflies fluttering around their swan plants and flower beds these days — the hungry Asian paper wasp has been taking its toll.

Thanks to people like Alan Baldick, who’s made it his mission to protect the monarch, his neighbours still get to enjoy these beautiful butterflies in their own backyards.

Thinking about planting something to invite more butterflies, bees, and birds into your garden?

Thanks for your mahi, Alan! We hope this brings a smile!

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