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For antique trader Mehdi Sanssar it all began with a pair of brown leather Nikes his mum bought him at a store north of Paris in the late 1980s.
Sanssar, 39, is a self-confessed "sneaker freak".
The Frenchman, who has lived with wife Korreen and three kids in rural Hawke's Bay … View moreFor antique trader Mehdi Sanssar it all began with a pair of brown leather Nikes his mum bought him at a store north of Paris in the late 1980s.
Sanssar, 39, is a self-confessed "sneaker freak".
The Frenchman, who has lived with wife Korreen and three kids in rural Hawke's Bay since 2009, still has a wardrobe jammed full, with about 70 boxes of sneakers, but it's a far cry from the 130 he owned at "peak fetish" about five years ago.
Napier's drinking water is being chlorinated after a reservoir returned a positive test for E.coli.
Napier City Council said it was treating the city's water supply as a "precautionary measure" while it awaited further test results.
The council said the positive E.coli … View moreNapier's drinking water is being chlorinated after a reservoir returned a positive test for E.coli.
Napier City Council said it was treating the city's water supply as a "precautionary measure" while it awaited further test results.
The council said the positive E.coli indicator came from a test at its Enfield Road reservoir which services most of the city during periods of high demand.
We had a great response to our "What's your tsunami plan?" competition. It sounds like you're all ready.
Congratulations to our winners:
Ann from Motueka
Lou from Wainuiomata
Angie from Rangiora
Remember:
- In a large local tsunami causing earthquake, roads may be … View moreWe had a great response to our "What's your tsunami plan?" competition. It sounds like you're all ready.
Congratulations to our winners:
Ann from Motueka
Lou from Wainuiomata
Angie from Rangiora
Remember:
- In a large local tsunami causing earthquake, roads may be damaged or blocked, so include walking.
- Don't wait for an official warning, there may not be time in a local source tsunami.
- Remember long OR strong, get gone.
Visit www.happens.nz... to work out what you will do.
Where others see a sun-faded crumbling wreck, Hinekirunga Hapi and Doreen Tipoki see the ebbing glow of a home filled with love, laughter and a door open to all.
The house sits in the middle of a large unfenced paddock in the small settlement of Bridge Pa, 10 kilometres west of Hastings.
Emma Williams wants the bittern to do for New Zealand wetlands what the kiwi has done for forests.
The only problem is finding one.
This month Williams is touring 10 Hawke's Bay schools to teach students about the critically endangered bird. "They are like ninjas of the wetlands, if … View moreEmma Williams wants the bittern to do for New Zealand wetlands what the kiwi has done for forests.
The only problem is finding one.
This month Williams is touring 10 Hawke's Bay schools to teach students about the critically endangered bird. "They are like ninjas of the wetlands, if they don't want you to see them you won't," Williams said.
Do you have a neighbour who is seriously awesome, the glue and connector of your neighbourhood, and the person at the centre of your community, or who is just a really good sort! Nominate them to be our Neighbourhood Champion and they can go in the running to win an Orania Natural Skincare … View moreDo you have a neighbour who is seriously awesome, the glue and connector of your neighbourhood, and the person at the centre of your community, or who is just a really good sort! Nominate them to be our Neighbourhood Champion and they can go in the running to win an Orania Natural Skincare package as a lovely 'Thank you!'
This one is pretty simple. You're a Neighbourly member so connecting with your community is obviously pretty important to you. So this tip is more of a challenge; this year (or this weekend!) make it your mission to meet someone new living near you.
Here's a few things you can do to … View moreThis one is pretty simple. You're a Neighbourly member so connecting with your community is obviously pretty important to you. So this tip is more of a challenge; this year (or this weekend!) make it your mission to meet someone new living near you.
Here's a few things you can do to get you started:
- use the Neighbours Directory to find neighbours on your street.
- introduce yourself on Neighbourly to those living in your neighbourhood. Just a few words about yourself and what brought you here.
- Give something away or sell something! A Neighbourly exchange gives you a chance to meet someone new.
- just head out the door and knock on someone else's!
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Remember 86% of Kiwis want to get to know their neighbours better, but just don't see them around much (71%). Take the first step!
December and January have brought great weather to Hawke's Bay but it hasn't been as pleasant around the rest of New Zealand. Would it be a wise idea to shift the summer school holidays? Please include in your reply whether you are happy for your comments to be published in the Napier … View moreDecember and January have brought great weather to Hawke's Bay but it hasn't been as pleasant around the rest of New Zealand. Would it be a wise idea to shift the summer school holidays? Please include in your reply whether you are happy for your comments to be published in the Napier Mail.
Hastings' mayor Lawrence Yule turning his attention to national politics.
On Friday he announced he was planning to seek the National Party's nomination for the Tukituki electorate, after 15 years as mayor or Hastings. Craig Foss, who currently holds the seat for National, announced in … View moreHastings' mayor Lawrence Yule turning his attention to national politics.
On Friday he announced he was planning to seek the National Party's nomination for the Tukituki electorate, after 15 years as mayor or Hastings. Craig Foss, who currently holds the seat for National, announced in December he would be retiring from politics.
Stefan Schmith is the third-generation baker in his family and is excited about passing on his age-old trade.
German-born and trained Schmith, well known for his wood-fired pizzas served at the Hawke's Bay Farmers Market, will lead the new baking programme at EIT.
The 15-place programme … View moreStefan Schmith is the third-generation baker in his family and is excited about passing on his age-old trade.
German-born and trained Schmith, well known for his wood-fired pizzas served at the Hawke's Bay Farmers Market, will lead the new baking programme at EIT.
The 15-place programme launches in early March with support from chef tutor Korey Field, known for his patisserie skills.
Have you spotted a post on Neighbourly you want to refer back to later? It's easy to save posts such as a recommendation for a good plumber or restaurant, something you're thinking of buying or a poll you'd like to track.
Here's how to save and find posts:
1) Simply click on… View moreHave you spotted a post on Neighbourly you want to refer back to later? It's easy to save posts such as a recommendation for a good plumber or restaurant, something you're thinking of buying or a poll you'd like to track.
Here's how to save and find posts:
1) Simply click on the SAVE button at the bottom right of a post you want to locate later. The button will change to 'Saved!'
2) To find the post, click on My Posts in the top green navigation bar (on desktop) and click on the All Posts dropdown menu. You'll see the option 'Saved Posts'
3) When you no longer need a record of the post, just click on the Saved button and it will disappear from your Saved list.
Water is never far from the minds of one Hawke's Bay family, with three generations of active members at the Waimarama Surf Life Saving Club. Allan Thompson qualified as a life guard in 1962 when rescues were performed with a reel and line, 55 years later he is still involved along with his … View moreWater is never far from the minds of one Hawke's Bay family, with three generations of active members at the Waimarama Surf Life Saving Club. Allan Thompson qualified as a life guard in 1962 when rescues were performed with a reel and line, 55 years later he is still involved along with his daughter and grandchildren. Their club is hosting the annual Waimarama Beach Day this Sunday from 10am to fundraise - will you be there?
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From old furniture to school uniforms, Neighbourly is a great way to make a little extra money by selling items you no longer want or need. In fact the Buy, Sell & Trade category is one of the most popular on Neighbourly!
It's completely FREE to sell something on Neighbourly - plus … View moreFrom old furniture to school uniforms, Neighbourly is a great way to make a little extra money by selling items you no longer want or need. In fact the Buy, Sell & Trade category is one of the most popular on Neighbourly!
It's completely FREE to sell something on Neighbourly - plus you'll have a chance to meet one of your friendly neighbours. Here's a few tips and tricks to make your sale is a quick and easy one:
* Use good images to ensure your items really stand out
* Share an description of each item you are selling including details of its condition
* Add a price for your listing
* If you have multiple items to sell, group these into a single post and itemise the unique items you have for sale with their sale price.
* Once an item has sold, remember to mark it as SOLD (just click on the three little dots under your post)
* Consider listing an unsold item in the Free Stuff category if you're keen to see it moved along.
* Once a neighbourly has confirmed they'd like to purchase your item, share details using your Neighbourly Inbox
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