246 days ago

Have you had any speed limit changes near you?

Libby Reporter from Waikato Local

As speed limits go back up around the country, a worried mum’s had a victory after spotting an NZ Transport Agency mistake.

Anna Palmer was struggling to sleep after hearing SH3 through Rukuhia Village would go up to 100kph. She feared serious crashes involving locals she knew.

Have you had any speed limit changes near you? Tell us in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).

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3 days ago

Poll: Do you set New Year’s resolutions?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

🎉 2026 is almost here!

We’re curious ... how do you welcome it?
Do you set resolutions, follow special traditions, or just go with the flow?

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Do you set New Year’s resolutions?
  • 10.5% Yes! New Year, New Me
    10.5% Complete
  • 19.7% Yes - but I rarely stick to them
    19.7% Complete
  • 69.7% Nah - not for me
    69.7% Complete
770 votes
15 days ago

Scam Alert: Fake information regarding December Bonuses from MSD

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

The Ministry of Social Development is reporting that fake information is circulating about new ‘December bonuses’ or ‘benefit increases’

If you get suspicious communication, please contact Netsafe.

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6 hours ago

Learning to Draw

Arts for Health from Arts for Health Community Trust

If you’ve always wanted to learn to draw but never knew where to start, this beginners drawing workshops is the perfect place to begin. Using pencil, charcoal, graphite and oil pastels, you’ll learn beginner-friendly techniques that make drawing feel simple, relaxing and achievable.

Discover how to see like an artist, create depth with shading, and express mood through line and texture. These supportive beginners drawing classes helps you to build real creative confidence while exploring different materials and styles.

Book now at - www.artsforhealth.co.nz...

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