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Voting closes this Saturday 9 August 2025! So what are you waiting for? You can vote from the comfort of your couch. Stay cozy and simply, open up your voting pack - find your unique code and vote online. The Counties Energy Trust holds 100% of the shares in Counties Energy Limited on behalf of the… View moreVoting closes this Saturday 9 August 2025! So what are you waiting for? You can vote from the comfort of your couch. Stay cozy and simply, open up your voting pack - find your unique code and vote online. The Counties Energy Trust holds 100% of the shares in Counties Energy Limited on behalf of the consumers. The Trust's primary role is to monitor the performance of the company and ensure that investments and operations benefit the community - which means we want you to vote, have your say - this is your energy network, your community.
Your Voice. Your Energy. Your Trust. YOUR VOTE COUNTS.
Hi neighbours! 👋 I run a small local business in Auckland creating custom 3D printed items — from handy home organisers and fishing rod holders to festive cookie cutters and pastry moulds. Whether you're after something practical, fun, or totally unique, I can help bring your ideas to … View moreHi neighbours! 👋 I run a small local business in Auckland creating custom 3D printed items — from handy home organisers and fishing rod holders to festive cookie cutters and pastry moulds. Whether you're after something practical, fun, or totally unique, I can help bring your ideas to life.
🧁 Baking tools (Christmas, Halloween, Disney & Harry Potter sets)
🎣 Fishing gear holders
🥟 Pastry presses
🧩 Custom designs made to order
Everything is designed and printed right here in Auckland, and I’m always adding new items to my online store. If you’re looking for a thoughtful gift, a clever kitchen tool, or just something cool, check out what I’ve got — or message me if you have a custom idea!
👉 Check out my site: rendertoreality.co.nz...
Thanks for supporting local! 😊
— Kash
Friday 15 & Saturday 16 August, 10am - 2pm.
Experience the award-winning lifestyle at a Ryman village.
Join us at our open days and explore our lifestyle and care options, tour our show homes and see the premium amenities on offer.
We look forward to seeing you.
Have you seen James Gunn's 'Superman' yet?
The new movie stars Krypto, Superman's capable and floofy sidekick. Following the movie release, online searches for dog adoption surged globally! Krypto is based on Gunn's own rescue dog, Ozu. The Neighbourly team is sure that … View moreHave you seen James Gunn's 'Superman' yet?
The new movie stars Krypto, Superman's capable and floofy sidekick. Following the movie release, online searches for dog adoption surged globally! Krypto is based on Gunn's own rescue dog, Ozu. The Neighbourly team is sure that Gunn is pleased that his own rescue pup may lead to more fluffy adoptions!
Looking to match with your own super pet? The SPCA is spotlighting animals waiting for their new and committed families.
We hope this news brings a smile!
Life gets busy—really busy. Between work, family, appointments, and a never-ending to-do list, it’s easy for things to pile up. Add fast fashion, online sales, and homewares aisles that whisper “just one more basket won’t hurt”, and suddenly we’re swimming in stuff and tat.
… View moreLife gets busy—really busy. Between work, family, appointments, and a never-ending to-do list, it’s easy for things to pile up. Add fast fashion, online sales, and homewares aisles that whisper “just one more basket won’t hurt”, and suddenly we’re swimming in stuff and tat.
Sometimes, that stuff is cozy and familiar. But other times, after a long day, you walk through the door, look around, and think: “Okay. Something’s got to go.”
And when that urge to declutter hits, the question is—where does it all go? We're not talking about broken bits and pieces, but those perfectly good things that simply no longer fit your life or your space.
In her piece When decluttering can’t be avoided much longer, Joanna Davis shares the everyday items she's finally ready to part with—and it might just inspire your own clear-out mission.
We want to know:
🧹 How often do you get the urge to declutter?
🎯 Are there certain things you’ve got your eye on to donate or rehome?
💛 Do you have any favourite charities, op-shops, or community organisations you support with your preloved items?
Let’s swap stories, share ideas, and help great stuff find a second life—outside our closets and shelves.
It might not be making quite so many headlines these days, but unfortunately, Covid is still here. If you’re 65 or over, taking care of yourself is just as important as ever.
The good news is, the Covid vaccine can help protect you from serious illness. It’s free, and recommended for you … View moreIt might not be making quite so many headlines these days, but unfortunately, Covid is still here. If you’re 65 or over, taking care of yourself is just as important as ever.
The good news is, the Covid vaccine can help protect you from serious illness. It’s free, and recommended for you and many others as long as you haven’t had the vaccine, or Covid, in the last 6 months.
To book your vaccination, or talk to your healthcare provider.
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All men’s and women’s tops, t-shirts, shirts, singlets and bras from our $4 range are now just $1!!!
👕 The perfect time to stock up on stylish steals.
🏃🏻♀️ Be quick, sizes and styles are limited!
📍 Bloom Pukekohe Op Shop, 33 Edinburgh Street, … View more🔥 $1 WEEKEND DEAL! 🔥
All men’s and women’s tops, t-shirts, shirts, singlets and bras from our $4 range are now just $1!!!
👕 The perfect time to stock up on stylish steals.
🏃🏻♀️ Be quick, sizes and styles are limited!
📍 Bloom Pukekohe Op Shop, 33 Edinburgh Street, Pukekohe
🗓️ Saturday & Sunday 9.30am - 2.30pm only — don’t miss it!
Some of the best moments are shared over food. That’s why we’re giving you 10,000 New World Dollars when you sign up to an independent apartment or townhouse by 30 September 2025.*
We’ll cover the grocery bills, so you can spend less time worrying about what’s in the trolley and more … View moreSome of the best moments are shared over food. That’s why we’re giving you 10,000 New World Dollars when you sign up to an independent apartment or townhouse by 30 September 2025.*
We’ll cover the grocery bills, so you can spend less time worrying about what’s in the trolley and more time enjoying who’s around the table.
And because life at Ryman means less home maintenance, you’ll have even more time for the things you love.
*Participating villages only, promotion terms and Clubcard terms and conditions apply.
Stay active and keep doing the things you love.
Join a strength and balance class near you. With classes to suit every pace and ability, and trained instructors to guide you through, it’s a great way to keep healthy and make new friends. So you can live stronger for longer, and keep living the … View moreStay active and keep doing the things you love.
Join a strength and balance class near you. With classes to suit every pace and ability, and trained instructors to guide you through, it’s a great way to keep healthy and make new friends. So you can live stronger for longer, and keep living the life you want. Find a class near you today.
New Zealand may experience strong and unusual currents and unpredictable surges at the shore following a magnitude 8.7 earthquake off the East Coast of Russia at 2025-07-30 11:25 AM.
Strong currents and surges can injure and drown people. There is a danger to swimmers, surfers, people fishing, … View moreNew Zealand may experience strong and unusual currents and unpredictable surges at the shore following a magnitude 8.7 earthquake off the East Coast of Russia at 2025-07-30 11:25 AM.
Strong currents and surges can injure and drown people. There is a danger to swimmers, surfers, people fishing, and anyone in or near the water close to shore.
People in or near the sea in the following areas should move out of the water, off beaches and shore areas and away from harbours, marinas, rivers and estuaries.
AREAS UNDER THREAT:
ALL COASTAL AREAS OF THE NORTH ISLAND, GREAT BARRIER ISLAND, THE SOUTH ISLAND, STEWART ISLAND, and the CHATHAM ISLANDS (updated: 3.02pm, 30/07/2025)
ADVICE FOR PEOPLE IN AREAS UNDER THREAT:
STAY OFF THE BEACHES AND SHORE AREAS
People on boats, live-aboards and at marinas should leave their boats/vessels and move onto shore. Do not return to boats unless instructed by officials.
There is no need to evacuate other areas unless directly advised by local civil defence authorities. Coastal inundation (flooding of land areas near the shore) is not expected as a result of this event. We are advising people to:
- Move out of the water, off beaches and shore areas and away from harbours, marinas, rivers and estuaries.
- Do not go to the coast to watch the unusual wave activity as there may be dangerous and unpredictable surges.
- Listen to local civil defence authorities and follow any instructions.
- Share this information with family, neighbours and friends.
- Strong and unusual currents and unpredictable surges will continue for several hours and the threat must be regarded as real until the Civil Defence states otherwise.
The situation may change as new information becomes available. Listen to the radio or TV for updates, or check www.civildefence.govt.nz...
We're a consumer-owned trust, who hold 100% of the shares of the Counties Energy business on your behalf, to ensure it benefits our community. This is your community, your energy, your trust!
Trustees are elected by the public - it’s time to VOTE NOW!
You'll find your unique code … View moreWe're a consumer-owned trust, who hold 100% of the shares of the Counties Energy business on your behalf, to ensure it benefits our community. This is your community, your energy, your trust!
Trustees are elected by the public - it’s time to VOTE NOW!
You'll find your unique code and password in your voting pack. If you receive your power bill via email, your voting pack will come the same way. Don't forget to check your spam folder!
VOTING IS OPEN! Nearly 1,000 households have voted in the first 24 hours. If yours hasn't- hop to it!
If you receive your power bill via email then your voting pack will come that way too. Check your inbox and if in doubt, check ya spam folder! It only takes a couple of clicks!
… View moreVOTING IS OPEN! Nearly 1,000 households have voted in the first 24 hours. If yours hasn't- hop to it!
If you receive your power bill via email then your voting pack will come that way too. Check your inbox and if in doubt, check ya spam folder! It only takes a couple of clicks!
We've popped an example of what your voting email will look like below.
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Imagine checking your ticket and realising that you have won big ...
Tell us your dreams - what is the very first thing you would do with the winnings?
Would you make that silly purchase you have always wanted, but could never justify?
Call the bank and immediately pay off your mortgage? … View moreImagine checking your ticket and realising that you have won big ...
Tell us your dreams - what is the very first thing you would do with the winnings?
Would you make that silly purchase you have always wanted, but could never justify?
Call the bank and immediately pay off your mortgage?
Stop by the SPCA on the way home and make a donation?
Buy a captain's hat, open up Trade Me and browse "boats for sale"?
A few weeks ago, the Neighbourly team shared a round of complaints over our morning cuppa about the challenges of juggling runny noses and work commitments.
After reading Flip Grater's opinion piece, Playing germ roulette with our kids’ health, we felt a collective sense of relief - … View moreA few weeks ago, the Neighbourly team shared a round of complaints over our morning cuppa about the challenges of juggling runny noses and work commitments.
After reading Flip Grater's opinion piece, Playing germ roulette with our kids’ health, we felt a collective sense of relief - another parent shares our niggling worries.
We wanted to check in with our online neighbours: do you feel the same way? We are all busy, and keeping children home from school is sometimes impossible given other responsibilities. Busy lives and the apparent loss of collective energy around monitoring cold symptoms have led to more students and staff in shared spaces with sniffles and coughs.
But what do you think? Is this a concern?
We want to know: Are there clear Guidelines on when to keep kids off of school?
Should we be having a nuanced conversation about risk management, and how to better support working families?
Share your opinion with us below!
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