140 days ago

One week to go - Join us for the SPCA Hobsonville Open Day on Sunday, 7 December!

The Team from SPCA Auckland - Centres & Op Shops

Come explore our newly renovated animal centre, enjoy behind-the-scenes tours, family-friendly games, a Better Eggs BBQ, and fun activities for kids — including SPCA Inspector dress-ups!

?️ Tours are limited and booking up fast, so pre-book on the SPCA website to secure your spot.

Bring the whānau, meet the team and see how SPCA helps protect animals in need. We’d love to see you there!?

Address: 6 Rawiri Place, Hobsonville, Auckland 0618
Book your tour at: centreopenday.spca.nz...

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18 days ago

What's your best cost-saving tip?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Just when we thought the cost of living couldn't climb any higher...it does. While things like fuel prices are out of our control, many of us are looking for small, practical ways to stretch our dollars a bit further. So let’s put our heads together!

Over the next little while, we’ll be sharing tips to help you save money — and we’d love to hear yours too. What’s working for you right now?

Here are a few ideas to get started:
🎉 Plan ahead for the year (birthdays, events, travel) to avoid surprise costs
🪙 Check out $2 shops for everyday items like stationery, baking paper, foil, and cling wrap - often much cheaper than the supermarket
🐖 Bring back the piggy bank and save your loose change
🔨 DIY where you can - like mowing the lawn instead of paying someone
💵 Set a daily budget before heading out and stick to it (cash can help!)
🧴 Stretch household products by diluting things like shampoo or dishwashing liquid

Got a tip that’s helping you save? Share it below, the tip might make a huge difference to someone else.

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4 days ago

Poll: Is it okay to grocery shop in your PJs?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

I'm sure you've seen it while doing your weekly shop... In fact, it may have even been you.

What do you think about people heading to the supermarket in their pyjamas?

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Is it okay to grocery shop in your PJs?
  • 17.1% It's fine!
    17.1% Complete
  • 74.4% It's questionable
    74.4% Complete
  • 8.4% Other - I'll share below
    8.4% Complete
356 votes
4 days ago

The Cost of Living: Meal Ideas 🍽️

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Continuing our series on how to manage the rising cost of living, this week we’re diving into the kitchen. We want to know your "secret weapon" recipes.

Share below your go-to meals that are:

💰 Budget-friendly (won't break the bank)
🥞 Delicious and easy to whip up
🍜 Great for leftovers (dishes that stretch for several days)

Whether it’s a legendary 20-cent lentil soup or a clever way to dress up basic mince, please share your meal ideas in the comments below!

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