Akina, Hastings

Seen anything suspicious lately?

Seen anything suspicious lately?

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152 days ago

Got a tricky neighbour situation?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Join us live this Wednesday from 9:30am with Sacha Green from Citizens Advice Bureau New Zealand (CABNZ). Sacha will be answering your questions about common neighbourhood issues – from shared fences and driveways to noise complaints and more.
Sacha is CABNZ’s national legal and strategic … View more
Join us live this Wednesday from 9:30am with Sacha Green from Citizens Advice Bureau New Zealand (CABNZ). Sacha will be answering your questions about common neighbourhood issues – from shared fences and driveways to noise complaints and more.
Sacha is CABNZ’s national legal and strategic advisor. With over 10 years at CAB and a background in community law, she’s passionate about making the law simple and accessible. She also supports over 2,000 CAB volunteers across 80 locations in Aotearoa.
She and the CAB team are here to help you understand your rights, responsibilities, and how to resolve neighbour disputes through good communication.
✅ Free advice
✅ Plain language answers
✅ Real solutions

Got a question? Pop it below in replies to this message, and CAB will be around today to answer you!
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148 days ago

Transform Your Trolley: A Glam Mid-Century DIY Makeover

The Team from Resene ColorShop Hastings

Add some mid-century glamour to your home with this ingenious DIY drinks trolley finished in Resene Colorwood, Resene Aquaclear and Resene Gold Dust metallic paint. Find out how to refresh your old drinks trolley with these easy step by step instructions.

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158 days ago

Love watercress? Share your recipe and win a copy of our mag!

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 looking for watercress recipes right now. Send your family's favourite way to use up this crop, especially if you're lucky enough to grow it in your garden. Email us: … View moreKia ora neighbours. We will give away free copies to readers whose recipes are used in our magazine, and we're looking for watercress recipes right now. Send your family's favourite way to use up this crop, especially if you're lucky enough to grow it in your garden. Email us: mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz, by July 20, 2025.

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156 days ago

Vicar of Dibley

Janie & Graeme from Frimley

If, anyone has two tickets together for the "Vicar of Dibley" that they are unable to use, please let me know as I would love to buy them.

156 days ago

Jaffas are leaving our shelves 🫠

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Jaffas, iconic orange-coated chocolate lollies that have been around since 1931, will soon be leaving our shelves.

We want to know: Will you miss them?
Also, in the spirit of Throwback Thursday, what other iconic brands are still lodged in your memory?

(We can confirm that a number of the … View more
Jaffas, iconic orange-coated chocolate lollies that have been around since 1931, will soon be leaving our shelves.

We want to know: Will you miss them?
Also, in the spirit of Throwback Thursday, what other iconic brands are still lodged in your memory?

(We can confirm that a number of the Neighbourly team will be heading out to stock up our lolly jars before Jaffas disappear!)

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149 days ago

Avocados

Allan from Havelock North

Delicious, new season Avocados on sale outside Hereworth this Friday & Saturday (11th & 12th July).
Cheap pricing and bulk deals available!

Price: $1

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163 days ago

NEW SKY BOX

Elma from Havelock North

Are there others in our neighbourhood who're experiencing problems with the new white sky box? We have to reset the box every night!!!

151 days ago

Ryman Village Open Days

James Wattie Retirement Village

Friday 18 & Saturday 19 July, 10am - 2pm.

Come and experience the warmth of our Ryman village communities, we'd love to show you around.

Discover our lifestyle and care options, tour our show homes and explore our premium amenities.

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158 days ago

Poll: What's your take on these policy changes taking effect in July?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Kiwis are bracing for policy changes taking effect in July - these include, changes to rental housing rules, rising GP fees, rising transport fares, and halving Kiwisaver government contribution.

We want to know: What is your take on these changes? Will they impact you and your whanau, or will… View more
Kiwis are bracing for policy changes taking effect in July - these include, changes to rental housing rules, rising GP fees, rising transport fares, and halving Kiwisaver government contribution.

We want to know: What is your take on these changes? Will they impact you and your whanau, or will it be business as usual?
Discuss your thoughts below

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What's your take on these policy changes taking effect in July?
  • 17.7% Change is needed! I support
    17.7% Complete
  • 68.4% ! These changes are heading in the wrong direction !
    68.4% Complete
  • 13.9% It is complicated ...
    13.9% Complete
1403 votes
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152 days ago

Delicious Cooking Magazines

Ross from Akina

All in mint condition
2013 June, Sept
2015 Feb,Mar,Jul,Aug,Oct,Nov

Price: $2

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183 days ago

Have you got a great recipe for brussels sprouts?

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 looking for brussels sprouts recipes right now. Send your family's favourite way to use up this crop, especially if you're lucky enough to grow it in your garden. Email us: … View moreKia ora neighbours! We will give away free copies to readers whose recipes are used in our magazine, and we're looking for brussels sprouts recipes right now. Send your family's favourite way to use up this crop, especially if you're lucky enough to grow it in your garden. Email us: mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz, by June 12, 2025.

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155 days ago

Height adjustable bench and storage seat

Julie Neighbourly Lead from Havelock North

Price is negotiable

May be sold as individuals or set

Height adjustable bench with inside storage and shelf, lowest height approximately 70cm to highest approximately 1m with the pull of the handle.
Suitable for bar leaner, extra table, storage unit, hallway table, occasional table, … View more
Price is negotiable

May be sold as individuals or set

Height adjustable bench with inside storage and shelf, lowest height approximately 70cm to highest approximately 1m with the pull of the handle.
Suitable for bar leaner, extra table, storage unit, hallway table, occasional table, makeup/dressing table, work/homework desk, standing desk, whatever you imagine.

Storage bench seat approximately 50cm high.
Suitable for hallway seats, toy storage, bench seat, bedroom storage, etc

Both 160cm wide, by 42cm deep.
Colour light grey and deep grey, appears as blues

Price: $350

183 days ago

Share your winter snaps!

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Stunning sunrises, frosty mornings and snowy mountains. There's a lot of beauty to be seen in these winter months.

We’d love to see your corner of the country and what your winter looks like. Share a photo below...

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155 days ago

Create Custom Wall Art with Resene Wallpapers & Murals

The Team from Resene ColorShop Hastings

Using Resene wallpapers or murals as a framed print is a fantastic way to add drama. Create your own wall art using Resene WallPrint or get the custom Wildstyle design made to measure. Find out how to use your favourite Resene wallpaper design as art with these easy step by step instructions.

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155 days ago

A Winter Treat for NZ House & Garden Subscribers!

NZ House & Garden

Winter is the season for slowing down – flickering candles, warm interiors, and time to savour life’s little luxuries.

So why not make your winter even more indulgent? … View more
Winter is the season for slowing down – flickering candles, warm interiors, and time to savour life’s little luxuries.

So why not make your winter even more indulgent? Right now, when you subscribe to NZ House & Garden for 1 or 2 years, you’ll receive a FREE Aura Gold Mānuka Honey Radiance Mask from Antipodes – valued at $76

This luxurious mask is made with sustainably sourced mānuka honey and showcases the very best of natural skincare. It hydrates, brightens and restores – a true winter glow-up, inspired by nature.

Treat yourself to a beautiful magazine and a self-care ritual, all in one.

Subscribe now!
From the team at Mags4Gifts

*T&Cs apply. Offer available to the first 200 people who subscribe for 1 or 2 years between June 23–July 28, 2025.
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