Foxton Beach, Foxton

Got some bits to give away?

Got some bits to give away?

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

130 days ago

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Paul from Levin

A sunset at Kuku Beach

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129 days ago

Crafting Meet Up

Diane from Levin

Come and enjoy time with other crafters.

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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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134 days ago

Henry the parrot

Wendy from Foxton Beach

Naughty Henry escaped his cage on Thursday and made his escape through the dog door🤬
Because I get home in the dark when working in Wangas he ends up roosting somewhere. It’s been soooo cold at night that I’m concerned again. Please keep an eye out and call me if you spot him.
Cheers Wendy

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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

Kuku Beach (0640-3)

Paul from Levin

A sunset view of Kapiti Island from Kuku Beach

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132 days ago

Commemoration

Diane from Levin

As no doubt many of you will know of the Tragic Bus Accident that happened to the Levin Floral Art & Garden Club 60 years ago this month. When they were travelling to have a beautiful Day out. Six of their members were killed and many more injured. … View moreAs no doubt many of you will know of the Tragic Bus Accident that happened to the Levin Floral Art & Garden Club 60 years ago this month. When they were travelling to have a beautiful Day out. Six of their members were killed and many more injured. Therefore on Sunday the 27th July @ 2 p.m. there will be a small Commemoration Service at the Thompson House Gardens, 4 Kent Street. To remember that Tragedy that had a huge impact on the Life’s of many Levin Families and Honour those who were involved in the recovery at that time and over the years.There has been a special planting of a tree by H.D.C. (Malus Ioensis Plena) surrounded by a newly constructed Garden. The Service will be taken by Celebrant Jo Mason, Mayor Bernie our Patron for the Thompson Memorial Culture Centre Inc. where members of the Public can also come together to remember and share the History and stories in a beautiful peaceful environment. Thompson Memorial Cultural Centre Inc. will be open on the 27th with a Historic Display to view. Along with an indoor display by the Levin Floral Art & Garden Club. The Art Centre and Pottery Club will also be open to the public over this weekend.

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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134 days ago

Turn an Old Window into a Portable Cold Frame with Resene

The Team from Resene ColorShop Levin

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
134 days ago

GRANT APPLICATIONS

Linda from Foxton

Earle Creativity and Development Trust Grant Applications.
Do you have a project relating to Music or History & Literature?

Are you a resident of or closely connected to the Manawatū / Rangitikei region?
publictrust.smartygrants.com.au...

135 days ago

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Paul from Levin

The view inland from Kuku Beach at sunset (0636-3)

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135 days ago

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

Julia Wallace Retirement 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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136 days ago

Kuku Beach 0601.B&W

Paul from Levin

Looking inland from Kuku Beach

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137 days ago

Lambs

Damian from Levin

Bottle trained, healthy, naval dipped, scabby Vaccinated and had colostrum
Suffolk X
Great for pets or freezer.
Mixture of rams and ewes. Happy to ring males and tails on request (incures a small fee).

Pickup Levin

Contact 022 437 0582 to arrange

These lambs will be ready for … View more
Bottle trained, healthy, naval dipped, scabby Vaccinated and had colostrum
Suffolk X
Great for pets or freezer.
Mixture of rams and ewes. Happy to ring males and tails on request (incures a small fee).

Pickup Levin

Contact 022 437 0582 to arrange

These lambs will be ready for pickup on friday afternoon.
$50 each

Price: $50

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