Flaxmere, Hastings

Got some bits to give away?

Got some bits to give away?

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

127 days ago

Savour the moments that matter with Ryman

James Wattie Retirement Village

Some of the best moments are shared over food. That’s why we’re giving you 10,000 New World Dollars when you sign up to an independent apartment or townhouse by 30 September 2025.*

We’ll cover the grocery bills, so you can spend less time worrying about what’s in the trolley and more … View more
Some of the best moments are shared over food. That’s why we’re giving you 10,000 New World Dollars when you sign up to an independent apartment or townhouse by 30 September 2025.*

We’ll cover the grocery bills, so you can spend less time worrying about what’s in the trolley and more time enjoying who’s around the table.

And because life at Ryman means less home maintenance, you’ll have even more time for the things you love.

*Participating villages only, promotion terms and Clubcard terms and conditions apply.

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127 days ago

Brighten Your Backyard: Create a Colourful Outdoor Oasis with a DIY Mural

The Team from Resene ColorShop Hastings

Create your own oasis by colouring up an outdoor area with a punchy mural using Resene Lustacryl or Resene testpots. Find out how to add a bright spot to your backyard with these easy step by step instructions.

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128 days ago

Forest & Bird: Between Two Rivers

Greg from Forest & Bird Hastings Havelock North Branch

Our next speaker is Ainsley Harte who will talk about the conservation work being done by the Between Two Rivers catchment group.

Engagement at a catchment level is a critical part of our regions efforts to help the natural built environment to recover, and it will be really interesting to hear … View more
Our next speaker is Ainsley Harte who will talk about the conservation work being done by the Between Two Rivers catchment group.

Engagement at a catchment level is a critical part of our regions efforts to help the natural built environment to recover, and it will be really interesting to hear from Ainsley about their goals and achievements to date.

Where:
St Andrews Presbyterian Church Lounge
300 Market Road South, Hastings

When:
7.30pm on Thursday, 14th August 2025

ALL ARE WELCOME (members and non-members). Bring a friend if you wish.

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128 days ago

Live stronger for longer

ACC New Zealand

Stay active and keep doing the things you love.
Join a strength and balance class near you. With classes to suit every pace and ability, and trained instructors to guide you through, it’s a great way to keep healthy and make new friends. So you can live stronger for longer, and keep living the … View more
Stay active and keep doing the things you love.
Join a strength and balance class near you. With classes to suit every pace and ability, and trained instructors to guide you through, it’s a great way to keep healthy and make new friends. So you can live stronger for longer, and keep living the life you want. Find a class near you today.
Find out more

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128 days ago

Tsunami Warning 30th July

Rhonda Neighbourly Lead from Hastings Central

📣Tsunami update from HB Civil Defence📣: People in or near the sea should move out of the water, off beaches and shore areas and away from harbours, marinas, rivers and estuaries.
People on boats, live-aboards and at marinas should leave their boats/vessels and move onto shore. Do not … View more
📣Tsunami update from HB Civil Defence📣: People in or near the sea should move out of the water, off beaches and shore areas and away from harbours, marinas, rivers and estuaries.
People on boats, live-aboards and at marinas should leave their boats/vessels and move onto shore. Do not return to boats unless instructed by officials.
There is no need to evacuate other areas unless directly advised by local civil defence authorities. Coastal inundation (flooding of land areas near the shore) is not expected as a result of this event.

129 days ago

National Advisory: Tsunami activity – expect strong and unusual currents and unpredictable surges at the shore

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

New Zealand may experience strong and unusual currents and unpredictable surges at the shore following a magnitude 8.7 earthquake off the East Coast of Russia at 2025-07-30 11:25 AM.

Strong currents and surges can injure and drown people. There is a danger to swimmers, surfers, people fishing, … View more
New Zealand may experience strong and unusual currents and unpredictable surges at the shore following a magnitude 8.7 earthquake off the East Coast of Russia at 2025-07-30 11:25 AM.

Strong currents and surges can injure and drown people. There is a danger to swimmers, surfers, people fishing, and anyone in or near the water close to shore.

People in or near the sea in the following areas should move out of the water, off beaches and shore areas and away from harbours, marinas, rivers and estuaries.

AREAS UNDER THREAT:
ALL COASTAL AREAS OF THE NORTH ISLAND, GREAT BARRIER ISLAND, THE SOUTH ISLAND, STEWART ISLAND, and the CHATHAM ISLANDS (updated: 3.02pm, 30/07/2025)

ADVICE FOR PEOPLE IN AREAS UNDER THREAT:
STAY OFF THE BEACHES AND SHORE AREAS

People on boats, live-aboards and at marinas should leave their boats/vessels and move onto shore. Do not return to boats unless instructed by officials.

There is no need to evacuate other areas unless directly advised by local civil defence authorities. Coastal inundation (flooding of land areas near the shore) is not expected as a result of this event. We are advising people to:
- Move out of the water, off beaches and shore areas and away from harbours, marinas, rivers and estuaries.
- Do not go to the coast to watch the unusual wave activity as there may be dangerous and unpredictable surges.
- Listen to local civil defence authorities and follow any instructions.
- Share this information with family, neighbours and friends.
- Strong and unusual currents and unpredictable surges will continue for several hours and the threat must be regarded as real until the Civil Defence states otherwise.

The situation may change as new information becomes available. Listen to the radio or TV for updates, or check www.civildefence.govt.nz...

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129 days ago

RE: BEDROOM WALLS

Debbie from Havelock North

Need builder/painter to prepare walls for painting. Need several layers of wallpaper taken off plus a bit of plastering.

130 days ago

Nominations for the 2025 local body elections close midday this Friday, 1 August

Communications from Hastings District Council

It’s the final countdown! Nominations for the 2025 local body elections close midday this Friday, 1 August.

Keen to see who’s put their name forward so far? Check out the list of candidates for Hastings District Council, the Rural Community Board, and the Flaxmere Licensing Trust:
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It’s the final countdown! Nominations for the 2025 local body elections close midday this Friday, 1 August.

Keen to see who’s put their name forward so far? Check out the list of candidates for Hastings District Council, the Rural Community Board, and the Flaxmere Licensing Trust:
www.electionz.com...

Been thinking about standing? This is your moment - get your nomination in now!

All the info you need is here:
www.hastingsdc.govt.nz...

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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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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
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133 days ago

Hastings Rates Increase

Barbara from Raureka

Hi neighbours. How does everyone feel about the latest rates demand?
This is a big increase and is very hard on so many ratepayers. Anyone standing for council or mayor who has had the opportunity to stop this huge increase should think twice about standing. We will vote with our dollars.

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133 days ago

Old Steel Coke Cans

Averil from Akina

Commemorating 100 years of Coke
Good Collectors Item. Different Pictures in each can.

Price: $10

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133 days ago

Supporting Seat Cushion. Specially Shaped.

Averil from Akina

Brand New for Aunt but she passed away suddenly before receiving it. Wool looking on seat part for warmth. Has a carry handle.

Price: $25

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133 days ago

Gator Car Dash Cam

Averil from Akina

Good condition but not needed. Handy to have in vehicle if you have an Accident as proof. Takes a mini SD card.

Price: $40

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133 days ago

Used Carpet for Sale.

Averil from Akina

Came from a single bedroom. Warm but not needed for flooring. Measures 1900 wide 3200 long. Could do as a temporary cover. Shed or where ever.

Price: $150

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