536 days ago

Look under your roller

Julie Neighbourly Lead from Havelock North

When was the last time you did a basic visual inspection of your car/truck/ute etc?

It’s a good idea to do it regularly. Why?

Driving to Napier and back today I saw so many vehicles with undercarriages that were dragging detritus. Branches, a tennis racket (at least it looked like what was left of one) and stone guards.

It’s quite easy to lose your stone guard, if you are too low or go too fast over a speed bump, raised curb, pothole or other uneven surface. Not to mention the damage you can donor your exhaust pipe or sump.

And if you catch thick branches they can do damage as well. Let alone a tennis racket.

Give your under carriage a look. See what is there and what’s not supposed to be. Especially in wet and windy weather.

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5 hours ago

The Summer Kiwi Quiz is back by popular demand

Summer Kiwi Quiz - 2026

Grab a copy of your local Stuff newspaper between 1 Jan - 28 Jan and participate in the Summer Kiwi Quiz! Test your knowledge, answer the daily New Zealand based questions, and find out how well you know our beautiful country!

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1 day ago

Home needed

Julie Neighbourly Lead from Havelock North

We are still seeking a new home and time is passing quickly.

If you have, or know of, a cat friendly 3 bedroom, in or near the HNHS zone, for under $700 per week, please message me.

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?
  • 10.4% Yes! New Year, New Me
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  • 19.9% Yes - but I rarely stick to them
    19.9% Complete
  • 69.7% Nah - not for me
    69.7% Complete
815 votes