Karapiro - Maungatautari, Cambridge

Got some bits to give away?

Got some bits to give away?

Clear out that garage and pop it on Neighbourly Market for free.

138 days ago

On July 22 1987, New Zealand's first Lotto went on sale 🎉🎉

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

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 more
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?
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"?

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131 days ago

Hi Neighbours, Here’s a Simple Tip for Sweet Dreams!

Marketing Manager from Beds4U - Matamata

Hi Neighbours!

We all know how good it feels to wake up refreshed, right? Staying hydrated during the day is one of the simplest ways to keep your body and mind happy. But here’s a friendly tip, neighbours — ease up on those big drinks right before bed!

Too much water late at night can … View more
Hi Neighbours!

We all know how good it feels to wake up refreshed, right? Staying hydrated during the day is one of the simplest ways to keep your body and mind happy. But here’s a friendly tip, neighbours — ease up on those big drinks right before bed!

Too much water late at night can lead to those pesky wake-ups.
So, sip smart, neighbours, and drift off into a deep, comfy sleep tonight!

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135 days ago

Poll: Are the guidelines around when a child is too sick for school clear?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

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 more
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 - 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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Are the guidelines around when a child is too sick for school clear?
  • 55.8% Yes - The messaging about when to keep kids home is consistent.
    55.8% Complete
  • 35.4% No - I want guidance. An illness response flowchart for my fridge would be handy
    35.4% Complete
  • 8.8% It is more complicated - share your thoughts below.
    8.8% Complete
387 votes
137 days ago

Choice News Tuesday: Little spotted kiwi rediscovered on mainland Aotearoa

Kia pai from Sharing the Good Stuff

Kiwi pukupuku (the little spotted kiwi) have been rediscovered in the wild on mainland Aotearoa New Zealand for the first time in five decades!

The pukupuku is the smallest and one of the most vulnerable kiwi species. Only around 2000 birds remain on offshore islands and predator-free … View more
Kiwi pukupuku (the little spotted kiwi) have been rediscovered in the wild on mainland Aotearoa New Zealand for the first time in five decades!

The pukupuku is the smallest and one of the most vulnerable kiwi species. Only around 2000 birds remain on offshore islands and predator-free sanctuaries, and are the descendants of just 5 birds which had been translocated to Kapiti Island from South Westland in 1912.

The March discovery in the remote Adams Wilderness Area, on the West Coast, is definitely choice news.

Ka pai to the amazing investigation team: DOC biodiversity ranger Iain Graham and his conservation dog, Brew!

We hope this news brings a smile!

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132 days ago

plugin gas heaters x2

Noeline from Tamahere

disconnecting gas as we have heat pump no further use for them

Price: $50

134 days ago

Who's your favourite butcher?

Libby Totton Reporter from Cambridge Edition

Four Waikato butchers have cleaned up at the 100% NZ Bacon and Ham awards.

The winners are in Te Awamutu, Taupiri, Matamata, and Paeroa.

Who's your favourite butcher? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).

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134 days ago

Turn an Old Window into a Portable Cold Frame with Resene

The Team from Resene ColorShop Cambridge

Transform an old window into a handy cold frame decorated in Resene Kwila Timber Stain and Resene Lustacryl that you can move around the garden to extend your growing season. Find out how to make and finish your own with these easy step by step instructions.

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142 days ago

Poll: Whether young or experienced, has age been a barrier to opportunity?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

The Neighbourly Team came across the third installment of 'Work, Interrupted', an article series looking at the job struggles different generations face, and we thought it would resonate with our Neighbourly community.

In this article, Amelia Wade reports on what it’s like to seek … View more
The Neighbourly Team came across the third installment of 'Work, Interrupted', an article series looking at the job struggles different generations face, and we thought it would resonate with our Neighbourly community.

In this article, Amelia Wade reports on what it’s like to seek employment when you’re 50+. Many factors - from financial to social pressures - are keeping people in the workforce longer. The reality is that times are tough, even for our most experienced workers: of those receiving Jobseeker benefit, a third are 50-64 years old.

We want to know: Have you felt overlooked in the job market?
Do you have advice for your community on how to stand out in an increasingly crowded job seeker market?
Share your experience below!

📖 Want to read more from the 'Work, Interrupted' series?
Work, Interrupted: The kids, the mortgage, but no job. What next?
Young and shut out: Gen Z face the harshest job market in years
Work, Interrupted: Is 50 the new 60? Older workers battling algorithms to get CVs seen

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Whether young or experienced, has age been a barrier to opportunity?
  • 67.2% Yes - In my experience, age has been a factor.
    67.2% Complete
  • 29.5% No - In my experience, age has had little to do with my employment opportunities
    29.5% Complete
  • 2.4% As an employer, age is not a factor.
    2.4% Complete
  • 1% Other - I will share below.
    1% Complete
808 votes
135 days ago

Nominations are now open for the 2026 Ryman Healthcare Senior New Zealander of the Year Award – Te Mātāpuputu o te Tau!

The Team from Patrick Hogan Village

This is a great way to celebrate our seniors who are leaving an amazing legacy for future generations. Let’s give a shoutout to those who have made a positive contribution to Aotearoa later in life, and who are still actively making the world around them a better place, following their careers in… View moreThis is a great way to celebrate our seniors who are leaving an amazing legacy for future generations. Let’s give a shoutout to those who have made a positive contribution to Aotearoa later in life, and who are still actively making the world around them a better place, following their careers in any service, sector or field.

Take a moment to nominate the deserving individuals in your life who are making a difference every day, either in our villages or in the wider community.

Follow the link below, and let’s make their stories known!

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135 days ago

Passing through Tirau or a local? 🐏

The Team from SPCA Tirau & Matamata - Op Shop

We’ve got a truly baa-rilliant SPCA Op Shop to add to your road trip or weekend to-do list 🚗🗺️

Our store is nestled inside the giant corrugated iron Ram — one stop you wool not want to miss! Next door is a giant Sheep, and just around the corner you'll find the Sheepdog i-SITE … View more
We’ve got a truly baa-rilliant SPCA Op Shop to add to your road trip or weekend to-do list 🚗🗺️

Our store is nestled inside the giant corrugated iron Ram — one stop you wool not want to miss! Next door is a giant Sheep, and just around the corner you'll find the Sheepdog i-SITE 🐶 It's an iconic trio you won’t want to miss.

📍 61 Main Road, Tirau 3410
Did ewe enjoy our puns? 😜

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135 days ago

Table and 4 chairs

Maryanne from Leamington

The kitchen/dining table is very attractive rimu with claw feet diameter 177cm.There are 4 chairs. The table and chairs are in excellent condition. Am selling only because I need to downsize.
If interested contact me . I will accept $200 ono
Sorry couldn't get images right way around.They … View more
The kitchen/dining table is very attractive rimu with claw feet diameter 177cm.There are 4 chairs. The table and chairs are in excellent condition. Am selling only because I need to downsize.
If interested contact me . I will accept $200 ono
Sorry couldn't get images right way around.They were in correct position on computer.
If interested you are welcome to view.

Price: $200

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135 days ago

Have a look

Maria from Matamata

If you are looking for a rental, check out my listing on Rent, hire or borrow🙂

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136 days ago

House to Rent

Maria from Matamata

House to rent:
In Matamata township, very tidy brick home, has had very recent renovations. Three bedrooms, one bathroom, separate toilet. New double glazed aluminum windows put in, slightly elevated with lovely new timber deck and built in planters. New heat pump, painted areas freshly plastered … View more
House to rent:
In Matamata township, very tidy brick home, has had very recent renovations. Three bedrooms, one bathroom, separate toilet. New double glazed aluminum windows put in, slightly elevated with lovely new timber deck and built in planters. New heat pump, painted areas freshly plastered and painted. Double garage, plus one single, plus carport. Lovely, tidy grounds, close to schools and town CBD, quiet, nice street. Long term rental, would likely suit couple or family. We have tenants in at the moment who are moving towns so I will post photos when I am able to get in there, we are taking expressions of interest in this property. It will be available from Monday 11 August for move in.
Rent: $590 per week

Two weeks rent in advance, two weeks bond.
Please phone or text Maria 0211078822 for more information or to discuss this rental.

136 days ago

Anyone looking to buy a spec house?

Libby Totton Reporter from Cambridge Edition

A plan to lift morale in the building trade has become a symbol of the its malaise, with a home built by subbies sitting unsold for six months.

The Subbie Spec house in Cambridge was built by a team of 40 tradies and suppliers as a positive project during tough times.

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136 days ago

Set of 24 Time Life Cook books Techniques and Recipes

Yvette from Tamahere

Suitable reference books for a professional chef. Very detailed books with techniques and all the classic recipes written by international consultants. Beautifully photographed detailed step by step instructions. 175 pages each , half in techniques, and half in recipes from all over the world. … View moreSuitable reference books for a professional chef. Very detailed books with techniques and all the classic recipes written by international consultants. Beautifully photographed detailed step by step instructions. 175 pages each , half in techniques, and half in recipes from all over the world. Just a few photos shown to give you an idea.
Their value is as a set of encyclopedias, so will not be selling individually.
Used but in very good condition, normally selling for $10 each on Amazon etc. Open to offers.

Negotiable

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