887 days ago

Marlborough Community Foodbank flush with groceries

Jennifer Eder Reporter from Marlborough Express

Ka pai Marlborough, once more you've blown the foodbank away with generosity in the street appeal this week, about 1000 banana boxes full in fact. Once I realised the sirens were just collectors, we rustled up some baked beans and pasta to donate. What did you find in your cupboards to give away?

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13 hours ago

Poll: Would you want an unconventional funeral?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Funerals can cost as much as $22,000 and the planning can be stressful especially at a time when loved ones are grieving. Some New Zealanders are re-imagining funerals by making their own coffin or having a relaxed ceremony at home. Would you want a less traditional funeral? Share your thoughts below.

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Would you want an unconventional funeral?
  • 86.8% Yes
    86.8% Complete
  • 11.9% No
    11.9% Complete
  • 1.3% Other - I'll share below!
    1.3% Complete
544 votes
5 days ago

Lest we forget...

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

On this ANZAC Day, let's take a moment to remember and honor the brave men and women who have served and continue to serve our country.

Tell us who are you honouring today. Whether it's a story from the battlefield or a memory of a family member who fought in the war, we'd love you to share your stories below.

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8 days ago

Poll: Does the building consent process need to change?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

We definitely need homes that are fit to live in but there are often frustrations when it comes to getting consent to modify your own home.
Do you think changes need made to the current process for building consent? Share your thoughts below.

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Does the building consent process need to change?
  • 91.4% Yes
    91.4% Complete
  • 7.9% No
    7.9% Complete
  • 0.7% Other - I'll share below!
    0.7% Complete
1673 votes