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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 moreHi 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!
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!
Departing Wellington Airport, this fully hosted 8-day tour makes it easy to explore one of New Zealand’s most remote and fascinating places. Stay in a comfortable lodge with stunning coastal views, set on a working coastal farm, enjoy home-cooked meals, meet the locals, and take a day trip to … View moreDeparting Wellington Airport, this fully hosted 8-day tour makes it easy to explore one of New Zealand’s most remote and fascinating places. Stay in a comfortable lodge with stunning coastal views, set on a working coastal farm, enjoy home-cooked meals, meet the locals, and take a day trip to Pitt Island. With just 10–12 guests per tour, it’s relaxed, personal, and completely unique.
Next departure: 20–27 November 2025
Get in quick - bookings close 15 August.
Just a cautionary word of warning about
ending service with 2 degrees! You must personally call them.
Emails or txts wont do it. After emailing them to close the account to which they replied, i STILL got another bill.
It doesnt help your mood when you are waiting an hour on the line
only to be… View moreJust a cautionary word of warning about
ending service with 2 degrees! You must personally call them.
Emails or txts wont do it. After emailing them to close the account to which they replied, i STILL got another bill.
It doesnt help your mood when you are waiting an hour on the line
only to be shunted off to another dept with MORE waiting!
They might be a bit cheaper as a provider but you get what you pay for!!! Very poor service!
DATE: Saturday & Sunday Sept 27 & 28
TIME: 10am-4pm
LOCATION: Artists’ studios located all over the Wairarapa
AUDIENCE: All
COST: Free
The Wairarapa Art Trail is a vibrant celebration of creativity, showcasing the diverse talents of artists across the region. Over the weekend, … View moreDATE: Saturday & Sunday Sept 27 & 28
TIME: 10am-4pm
LOCATION: Artists’ studios located all over the Wairarapa
AUDIENCE: All
COST: Free
The Wairarapa Art Trail is a vibrant celebration of creativity, showcasing the diverse talents of artists across the region. Over the weekend, visitors are invited to explore open studios and meet painters, potters, photographers, sculptors, printmakers, textile artists, and more in their creative spaces. This self-guided trail offers a unique opportunity to see art in action, hear the stories behind the work, and purchase original pieces directly from the makers. It’s a fun, inspiring experience for art lovers of all ages and a fantastic way to explore the Wairarapa’s rich artistic landscape.
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Hi everyone
Helping a friend who's 18 year old daughter is moving out and a first time renter.Looking and wanting to buy an affordable and clean bed,cabinets,table and chairs,washing machine, lounge suite etc.
The daughter found a post on Marketplace for a lounge suite in Wellington for … View moreHi everyone
Helping a friend who's 18 year old daughter is moving out and a first time renter.Looking and wanting to buy an affordable and clean bed,cabinets,table and chairs,washing machine, lounge suite etc.
The daughter found a post on Marketplace for a lounge suite in Wellington for $250,message the seller and said $50 for delivery and asked for a $100 deposit and so she did.Waited for 2 days,he said had a flat tyre so it would be delivered the next day,waited until 9pm last night but the person didn't turn up.Poor girl she got SCAMMED!!!I really feel sorry for the daughter so, here I am asking you guys if we could help her out.
Please let me know what you have and how much.
Thanking you all in advance.
Wanted to buy any Commodore 64 computers, parts, disc drives, games, power units, monitors, cassette drives. Even any old rusted parts or bits and pieces. They don't have to be in working condition. Used for repairing other of these iconic machines.
Phone or text 0274444900.
The newest festival on Wairarapa's event scene. Pour & Explore Martinborough is all about showcasing Martinborough's wine, food, art, dark skies, and local spirit!
Highlights include:
Cellar Library Tasting at Moy Hall
Oh. My. Gourd. Still Life & Soup
Sip & Sauna at … View moreThe newest festival on Wairarapa's event scene. Pour & Explore Martinborough is all about showcasing Martinborough's wine, food, art, dark skies, and local spirit!
Highlights include:
Cellar Library Tasting at Moy Hall
Oh. My. Gourd. Still Life & Soup
Sip & Sauna at Colombo
On for the month of August. Take a look at the full festival programme.
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 moreKiwi 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!
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.
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 moreThe 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
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!
Last weekend! The Wairarapa Festival of Christmas in Greytown Village wraps up this Saturday with a Grand Finale of light, music & mid-winter magic. Don’t miss it!
Highlights include:
• Carnival-style parade with Wellington Batucada 6pm
• Circus & comedy at the north end of Main … View moreLast weekend! The Wairarapa Festival of Christmas in Greytown Village wraps up this Saturday with a Grand Finale of light, music & mid-winter magic. Don’t miss it!
Highlights include:
• Carnival-style parade with Wellington Batucada 6pm
• Circus & comedy at the north end of Main St 3pm, 4pm, 5pm
• Artisan Night Markets
• Oyster Saloon & champagne with Martin Bosley
• Food trucks, Truckstop Winter Edition & mulled wine
• Live music & winter cocktails at The White Swan Gin Garden Bar
• Magical Snowfall on Main St 6-8pm, every 30 mins
• Hot air balloon burners & WWII spotlight display
Don’t miss NZ’s happiest mid-winter festival!
Photo credit: Jet Productions
For 15 years, GrabOne has helped Kiwis save on everything from local experiences to relaxing getaways around New Zealand and beyond. With over 500,000 customers since 2010, we’re proud to have brought families, friends, and communities closer through fun things to do and places to explore.
To … View moreFor 15 years, GrabOne has helped Kiwis save on everything from local experiences to relaxing getaways around New Zealand and beyond. With over 500,000 customers since 2010, we’re proud to have brought families, friends, and communities closer through fun things to do and places to explore.
To celebrate this milestone, we’re giving Neighbourly readers $15 off their next purchase on the GrabOne website. Minimum spend $75.
Discover limited daily deals, flash sales with unbeatable prices, and activities in your own backyard. Plus, keep an eye out for 15 special giveaways happening across our social pages this month.
Thanks for supporting GrabOne over the years. Here’s to even more great experiences to come!
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