Leamington, 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.

240 days ago

Share your favourite lime recipe and get a free copy of our June issue

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Kia ora neighbours. We will give away free copies to readers whose recipes are used in our magazine, and we're on the hunt for all things lime! Send your family's favourite way to use up this citrus, to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz, by April 17, 2025. If we use it in the mag, you will receive… View moreKia ora neighbours. We will give away free copies to readers whose recipes are used in our magazine, and we're on the hunt for all things lime! Send your family's favourite way to use up this citrus, to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz, by April 17, 2025. If we use it in the mag, you will receive a free copy of the June issue.

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239 days ago

Recalled food and products in NZ

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

It hasn't been that long since our last list of recalled products but they keep coming! There's been some popular products recalled recently and we want to make sure you're not using these.

Check out the list and click on the blue text to find more information.

Food recalls:
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It hasn't been that long since our last list of recalled products but they keep coming! There's been some popular products recalled recently and we want to make sure you're not using these.

Check out the list and click on the blue text to find more information.

Food recalls:
Pams afghan oat baked bars
Daily Bread / Dough Boys hot cross buns
Gilmours beef stock and bouillon
Daily Foods Co hot and sour seasoning & spicy perilla leaf seasoning
Lianhua Supermarket ready to eat chicken and pork pieces
Dr Bugs fruit candy popcorn

Product recalls:
Serene S2068 bathroom heaters
Kmart/Anko Double Walled Coffee Cups with Lids
Panda Mart baby walker
Panda Mart fairy cake toy
Panda Mart ice cream car
Panda Mart toy cars
Panda Mart various table lamps
Makita grease guns and flexible hoses
Panda Mart gardening tool
Polaris Ranger kinetic
Panda Mart mini night light
Conversion lead
Turbo Como e-bike
The Warehouse / Young Original sleepsuits

239 days ago

Transform Your Space Sustainably with Resene Eco Paints

The Team from Resene ColorShop Cambridge

Paint smart with NZ’s widest range of Eco Choice approved paints, available at your local Resene ColorShop. Enjoy low odour, no or low added VOCs paints, made in NZ and independently verified so you can bring out the best in your project.
Come in and see your local Resene ColorShop today!

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239 days ago

Feel a chill in the air?

Health NZ - Winter flu

Autumn’s here and the cold weather is fast approaching. So, grab a flu jab and help protect yourself against flu before winter arrives.

The flu vaccine is free if you’re 65 or over. It’s also free for pregnant people and for many others with certain underlying health conditions, including … View more
Autumn’s here and the cold weather is fast approaching. So, grab a flu jab and help protect yourself against flu before winter arrives.

The flu vaccine is free if you’re 65 or over. It’s also free for pregnant people and for many others with certain underlying health conditions, including diabetes, heart and lung diseases, and mental health conditions.

To book your flu vaccine contact your doctor, pharmacy or healthcare provider, or visit BookMyVaccine.nz
Book it now

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239 days ago

Wood Pellet Burner

Robert from Karapiro - Maungatautari

Free to a good home - Wood pellet burner stove, Canadian manufacture. Very heavy firebricks inside. Recent service and replacement of auger. Would need a flue to be installed safely. Would suit a cottage or a bach. No delivery possible - can be collected from Whitehall area (with a trailer or ute).… View moreFree to a good home - Wood pellet burner stove, Canadian manufacture. Very heavy firebricks inside. Recent service and replacement of auger. Would need a flue to be installed safely. Would suit a cottage or a bach. No delivery possible - can be collected from Whitehall area (with a trailer or ute). Email me if interested.

Free

240 days ago

✨ 22 nights from $6,999pp ✨

Imagine Holidays

Embark on a once-in-a-lifetime 18-night Panama Canal cruise and save up to $4,000 per couple! Immerse yourself in the awe-inspiring beauty of this iconic waterway, paired with unforgettable hotel stays in the vibrant cities of New York and Los Angeles. Plus, enjoy a complimentary upgrade from an … View moreEmbark on a once-in-a-lifetime 18-night Panama Canal cruise and save up to $4,000 per couple! Immerse yourself in the awe-inspiring beauty of this iconic waterway, paired with unforgettable hotel stays in the vibrant cities of New York and Los Angeles. Plus, enjoy a complimentary upgrade from an Interior to an Oceanview cabin.

Don't miss out - book your dream getaway today and experience the Panama Canal in unforgettable style.

*T&Cs apply, please see the Imagine Holidays website for full T&Cs.
Book Now

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241 days ago

How's the trip into Hamilton now that resealing is restarting?

Libby Totton Reporter from Cambridge Edition

Cambridge commuters could face delays of up to 30 minutes at peak times while part of the Waikato Expressway is resealed.

Crews will be working on the Cambridge section on Wednesday, NZ Transport Agency said. The work was meant to be done the week of Monday 31 March but bad weather meant they … View more
Cambridge commuters could face delays of up to 30 minutes at peak times while part of the Waikato Expressway is resealed.

Crews will be working on the Cambridge section on Wednesday, NZ Transport Agency said. The work was meant to be done the week of Monday 31 March but bad weather meant they had to stop after completing one of four sites.

How's the trip into Hamilton now that resealing is restarting? Tell us in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).

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241 days ago

Tamahere Lions Best Artisan Market this Saturday from 9:00 - 13:00 at the Tamahere Community Centre

Rita from Tamahere

Fancy a day out in Hamilton/Tamahere, do all your shopping at one place.
Join us at the next bi-monthly Tamahere Lions Best Artisan market
Over 30 indoor and outdoor stalls selling food, coffee, art, craft, gifts, wood and garden items, some produce and more…..proceeds to the local, national … View more
Fancy a day out in Hamilton/Tamahere, do all your shopping at one place.
Join us at the next bi-monthly Tamahere Lions Best Artisan market
Over 30 indoor and outdoor stalls selling food, coffee, art, craft, gifts, wood and garden items, some produce and more…..proceeds to the local, national and international community causes

Amazing stalls of handmade, homemade, upcycled and steam-punked items, just a few to name.
Easter themed - Eater colouring competition, Easter egg hunt and Easter raffle.
SHARE THE POST and spread the word everyone.
As always, we will be collecting good quality toys, books and clothes for Kids in Need Waikato, recycle glasses for Fred Hollows Trust and wine bottle tops/can tabs for KidsCan.
Free admission and parking!
Date: Saturday April 12th 2025 from 9:00 - 13:00
Venue: Tamahere Community Centre, Devine Road

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241 days ago

Enjoy a year of free fees*

The Team from Patrick Hogan Village

At Ryman you won't pay your base weekly fee for a whole year* when you sign up to an independent apartment or townhouse at a participating Ryman village before 30 June 2025.

That means that you won’t pay rates, water rates, building insurance, maintenance fees and more. That’s great … View more
At Ryman you won't pay your base weekly fee for a whole year* when you sign up to an independent apartment or townhouse at a participating Ryman village before 30 June 2025.

That means that you won’t pay rates, water rates, building insurance, maintenance fees and more. That’s great financial certainty.

*Terms and conditions apply.

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242 days ago

Ding-ding! Back for round six!

Prospa

The Prospa Local Business Hero Awards are back! We're looking for local businesses that have stood out over the last 12 months - and by nominating a business in your community you could win some incredible prizes. Got an amazing mechanic? Know a super friendly pharmacist? Maybe you're … View moreThe Prospa Local Business Hero Awards are back! We're looking for local businesses that have stood out over the last 12 months - and by nominating a business in your community you could win some incredible prizes. Got an amazing mechanic? Know a super friendly pharmacist? Maybe you're gatekeeping a fab hairdresser. But it's time to spill!

Champion the incredible local businesses that make our New Zealand Neighbourhoods special by nominating them to be the 2025 Prospa Local Business Hero.

Nominations are now open – nominate your Local Business Hero now.
Nominate now

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242 days ago

Discover your property's potential!

Cato Bolam

Our experts deliver fast, cost-effective Feasibility Assessments so you can move ahead with confidence. Plus, if you choose Cato Bolam for your project, we’ll credit the cost back to you. Call us today: 0800 2 CATOBOLAM

Thinking of buying or developing land? What’s the first question you … View more
Our experts deliver fast, cost-effective Feasibility Assessments so you can move ahead with confidence. Plus, if you choose Cato Bolam for your project, we’ll credit the cost back to you. Call us today: 0800 2 CATOBOLAM

Thinking of buying or developing land? What’s the first question you should ask? 🔍

✅ What can I build on this site? (Zoning & planning rules)
✅ Are there any hidden costs or risks? (Geotech, flood zones, services)
✅ How much will development cost? (Feasibility & budgeting)
✅ What’s my timeline? (Consent process & approvals)
Find out more

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243 days ago

Poll: Do you buy Volare products?

Libby Totton Reporter from Cambridge Edition

The company started out in Cambridge and now it's in a sprawling new factory with the capacity to quadruple production.

Volare began as a two-person dream in a converted garage and has flourished into a thriving business employing nearly 150 people and fuelling a bread-loving community … View more
The company started out in Cambridge and now it's in a sprawling new factory with the capacity to quadruple production.

Volare began as a two-person dream in a converted garage and has flourished into a thriving business employing nearly 150 people and fuelling a bread-loving community across Waikato and beyond.

Do you buy Volare products? Tell us your favourites in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).

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Do you buy Volare products?
  • 66.7% Yes
    66.7% Complete
  • 33.3% No
    33.3% Complete
6 votes
257 days ago

What's one highway or road that needs attention?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

We've all been on a summer roadie and experienced first-hand the state of our roads.

If you've ever been stuck in a summer traffic jam, had near-misses on dangerous turns or feared for your life on clifftops (while the car behind you is tail-gating!) - you may have an opinion on this … View more
We've all been on a summer roadie and experienced first-hand the state of our roads.

If you've ever been stuck in a summer traffic jam, had near-misses on dangerous turns or feared for your life on clifftops (while the car behind you is tail-gating!) - you may have an opinion on this one.

Tell us what main road or highway you think needs some serious attention across the country, and why!

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248 days ago

Poll: What do you think of this new sculpture?

Libby Totton Reporter from Cambridge Edition

It’s pointing the way to Taupiri, it’s 12 metres high, it weighs 12.5 tonnes and you simply can’t miss it.

The stunning new sculpture at the intersection of State Highway 1 and 29 in Piarere has been turning heads since its installation last month - but there is more to this mighty … View more
It’s pointing the way to Taupiri, it’s 12 metres high, it weighs 12.5 tonnes and you simply can’t miss it.

The stunning new sculpture at the intersection of State Highway 1 and 29 in Piarere has been turning heads since its installation last month - but there is more to this mighty avian’s story than you might expect.

What do you think of this new sculpture? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).

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What do you think of this new sculpture?
  • 54.5% Love it
    54.5% Complete
  • 36.4% Not my thing
    36.4% Complete
  • 9.1% Other - explain in the comments
    9.1% Complete
11 votes
253 days ago

🎉The Riddler wants to hear from you 🫵

Riddler from The Neighbourly Riddler

Hello, dearest riddle fiends 😈

You might have noticed we've been doing a few different things recently on The Neighbourly Ridder...

We took your thoughts from our last check-in and made some changes, left the riddles up for longer, as well as added some brand new rebus riddles to … View more
Hello, dearest riddle fiends 😈

You might have noticed we've been doing a few different things recently on The Neighbourly Ridder...

We took your thoughts from our last check-in and made some changes, left the riddles up for longer, as well as added some brand new rebus riddles to perplex your processor, and we wanted to know what you think 🤔

Are you a fan of the changes, or liked the way it was last time?
Is keeping the comments open longer so people can enjoy them more going well, or did you like it when we had a daily riddle?
Are you liking the new style of riddles? Would you like to keep them going, have more, or get rid of them?

Let us know your thoughts in the comments below 👀
Your ideas could help shape the next chapter of our riddles! 🧩

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