Flaxmere, Hastings

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19 days ago

The latest product recalls

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

We are bringing you the latest list of recalled products from across the country. Make sure you aren't using these at home!

Click on the blue text to learn more about that particular product and why it was recalled.

Food and household item recalls:
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We are bringing you the latest list of recalled products from across the country. Make sure you aren't using these at home!

Click on the blue text to learn more about that particular product and why it was recalled.

Food and household item recalls:
Back Country Cuisine brand Mushroom Bolognaise and Spaghetti Bolognaise
Regal Marlborough King Salmon Dip with Gherkins, Capers & Dil
Golden Island brand Pork Jerky Korean BBQ Recipe
Nothing Naughty brand Premium Pea Protein Natural Caramel

Product Recalls: Infant care and clothing
Crywolf Baby Hooded Towels- Lucky Picnic, Lucky Days, Little Lobsters
Deluxe Adjustable Baby Walker with Push Handle and Stationary Stand- Sold at Baby Way

Product Recalls: Toys
⚠️ Asbestos risk in 14 piece Sand Castle Building Set and Blue, Green and Pink Magic Sand - sold at Kmart
⚠️ Asbestos risk in Educational Colours - Rainbow Sand and Creatistics - Coloured Sand - Various Colours
Magnetic Game- sold on Trade Me by Dealbox and various sellers
Music Cube- sold at Panda Mart
6-Sided Cube Toy- sold at Panda Mart
Rubber Duck Figurines- sold at Timezone
Magnetic Fidget Pens
Rubber Duck- sold at GameOn Arcade

Product Recalls: Cosmetics
People4ocean- SPF 50+ Mineral Bioactive Shield Lightly Tinted Cream

Product Recalls: Electronics
Fantastic Four Illuminated Cups- sold at Hoyts Cinemas New Zealand
Belkin BoostCharge USB-C PD Power Bank 20K
Energizer Hard Case Professional Rechargeable Spotlight, 1000 Lumen

Product Recalls: Other
Trek Precaliber bicycle- sold at various retailers

Check the New Zealand Transport Agency's handy vehicle recall list here.

See past months' recalls. Stay safe, neighbours!

19 days ago

House hunting again

Julie Neighbourly Lead from Havelock North

Let’s try this again.
Does any one have or know of a 3 or 4 bedroom, at friendly, house, in the HNHS school zone, for rent for the next 3 school years (till he finishes school), for around $600pw.
We have until the end of Feb to find somewhere new. Official notice this time.

24 days ago

Poll: Can AI make flying more personal? ✈️

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

🌿 Air New Zealand reckons the future of air travel lies in AI. To them, AI means boosting efficiency without bumping up prices.

But what do you think? 🤔
Can AI really make flying more personal?

Keen to find out more? 👉 Check out Grant Bradley's piece on the Post

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Can AI make flying more personal? ✈️
  • 29.5% Personal? I just want lower prices
    29.5% Complete
  • 52% No way! Great service needs real people
    52% Complete
  • 18.5% I’ll wait and see what this actually looks like
    18.5% Complete
708 votes
20 days ago

Reminder of Jazz Clbn Night

Susan from Frimley

TONIGHT Brazilian Jazz with musicians from Palmerston North and Hawke's Bay 5pm Magdalinos Room Havelock North Function Centre 30 Te Mata Rd Havelock North. Think bossa nova, think Girl from Ipanema, think Sergio Mendes and Brazil 66 $30 cas at door or internet banking at door

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27 days ago

Pottery for sale

Wendy from Havelock North

We had a great sales day yesterday but you have a second opportunity to buy today, talk to our handbuilding tutor and buy a raffle ticket for some beautiful pottery. We’ll be here at the Pottery 10am to 1pm in Bennelong Place Havelock North opp the Peak Medical Centre in Napier Road, havelock … View moreWe had a great sales day yesterday but you have a second opportunity to buy today, talk to our handbuilding tutor and buy a raffle ticket for some beautiful pottery. We’ll be here at the Pottery 10am to 1pm in Bennelong Place Havelock North opp the Peak Medical Centre in Napier Road, havelock north. See you soon

22 days ago

Maximise small spaces with a colourful tiered planter!

The Team from Resene ColorShop Hastings

Short on garden space? No worries. A tiered planter is ideal for small spaces and can be used for strawberries, herbs or salad greens. We finished ours in Resene Forest Green, Resene Green House, Resene Caper and Resene Red Berry. Find out how to create your own tiered planter with these easy step … View moreShort on garden space? No worries. A tiered planter is ideal for small spaces and can be used for strawberries, herbs or salad greens. We finished ours in Resene Forest Green, Resene Green House, Resene Caper and Resene Red Berry. Find out how to create your own tiered planter with these easy step by step instructions.

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22 days ago

🎒BAG'S 👛PURSES

Sandy from Havelock North

USED $40, $10, $5

HAVELOCK NORTH

Negotiable

28 days ago

Poll: If you had a bit of spare cash, would you 'buy' into a pest-free island?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Kiwis have always had a soft spot for our animal friends. With so many unique and quirky birds and marine species calling Aotearoa home, it’s only natural that we feel a deep drive to protect them 🐧🦭

These days, we’re getting pretty creative about how we do it too. The latest idea? You… View more
Kiwis have always had a soft spot for our animal friends. With so many unique and quirky birds and marine species calling Aotearoa home, it’s only natural that we feel a deep drive to protect them 🐧🦭

These days, we’re getting pretty creative about how we do it too. The latest idea? You can actually buy a symbolic piece of one of New Zealand’s most remote islands as part of the Auckland Island Restoration Project.

If you had a bit of spare cash, would you 'buy' into the project?
And maybe the bigger question — should we be looking at doing the same kind of thing for wildlife refuges on our main islands too?

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If you had a bit of spare cash, would you 'buy' into a pest-free island?
  • 60% Yes - restoration needs creativity
    60% Complete
  • 40% No - Is this sensible?
    40% Complete
653 votes
29 days ago

Scam Alert: Cold calls from banks

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

A number of banks are reporting scam calls where actors are impersonating bank staff and are soliciting information from business customers.

Be cautious of any unexpected contact and only use verified banking channels.

Important security reminder:
⚠️ Your bank will never ask for your … View more
A number of banks are reporting scam calls where actors are impersonating bank staff and are soliciting information from business customers.

Be cautious of any unexpected contact and only use verified banking channels.

Important security reminder:
⚠️ Your bank will never ask for your login details – including your username and passwords – by email or phone.
⚠️ Your bank will never send direct links to log in to online banking platforms via email or SMS.
⚠️ Your bank does not need to know your full credit card number and CVV number (they already know these details!)
⚠️ Your bank will never ask you to download software or remotely access your device.

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23 days ago

Trivial Pursuit

Lesley from Parkvale

I have for sale Trivial Pursuit adult game along with young players edition. Expensive at time of purchase, $102.30. Yours for just $30 for the two sets. All complete and in good playing condition.

Negotiable

24 days ago

PAINT IT ORANGE

Resene

Paint it Orange - Arthritis - 1st - 29th November 2025

Paint it orange with Resene for Arthritis NZ!

Buy any orange Resene testpot 60 ml at your local Resene owned ColorShop in November and Resene will donate $1 to Arthritis NZ!

The more orange testpots you buy, the more will be donated.
Find out more

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24 days ago

SILVER WINNER QUALITY SERVICE AWARD

James Wattie Retirement Village

We’re delighted to have been awarded silver in the 2026 Reader’s Digest Quality Service Awards.

This is the eighth time we’ve been honoured in these awards since they began in 2015.

Each year, Reader’s Digest conducts the Quality Service Awards survey to discover New Zealanders’ … View more
We’re delighted to have been awarded silver in the 2026 Reader’s Digest Quality Service Awards.

This is the eighth time we’ve been honoured in these awards since they began in 2015.

Each year, Reader’s Digest conducts the Quality Service Awards survey to discover New Zealanders’ attitudes towards services from business across various industries.

Companies are assessed based on five pillars: personalisation, understanding, simplicity, satisfaction and consistency.

This recognition reflects the hard work, dedication and excellence that our teams strive for every day in our villages to deliver exceptional service standards.

Thank you to our amazing teams and to all those who took the time to complete the surveys!

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25 days ago

2023 Suzuki Swift Gl 1.2

Gabriela Neighbourly Lead from Havelock North

Immaculate condition, pearl white color, super economic.
Low kms / 56,000 km
Full service history (Bayswater Napier)
One owner NZ new
Apple Carplay and Android Auto
Reversing Camera
No pets
No smoking… View more
Immaculate condition, pearl white color, super economic.
Low kms / 56,000 km
Full service history (Bayswater Napier)
One owner NZ new
Apple Carplay and Android Auto
Reversing Camera
No pets
No smoking
Bluetooth
Handsfree Telephone System
Maps Navigation GPS
Touchscreen Media Unit
Wireless Bluetooth Audio Streaming
Adaptive Cruise Control
Electric Mirrors
Privacy Glass
LED Daytime Running lights

Price: $17,450

26 days ago

Do you recognise this man?

The Team from Eastern District Police

Police are seeking the public’s help to identify the man pictured in these images.

We believe he may be able to assist us in a series of ongoing enquiries in the Twyford area.
Unlike what the images appear to show, he is actually believed to be wearing a dark grey/black top and grey pants.

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Police are seeking the public’s help to identify the man pictured in these images.

We believe he may be able to assist us in a series of ongoing enquiries in the Twyford area.
Unlike what the images appear to show, he is actually believed to be wearing a dark grey/black top and grey pants.

If this is you, or you know who this man is, please update us online now or call 105.
Please use the reference number 251031/8604.
Information can also be provided anonymously through Crime Stoppers on 0800 555 111.

26 days ago

6 speed kids bike

Julie Neighbourly Lead from Havelock North

Suitable for taller child or smaller teen.
Been in storage for a few years. Just finished servicing it. In excellent condition. Gears a little tight from disuse.
Comes with lightweight light, bell, hi-viz vest, basic key padlock and flame coloured visor helmet.
Great Christmas present.

Price: $100

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