Trust on the road

Jean Sandel Retirement Village

We’re still buzzing about being your choice for Most Trusted Brand.

For Bev and John, trust means packing up the motorhome without a second thought. Ryman’s lock and leave lifestyle means they can hit the road without worrying about maintenance or security, just freedom and adventure.

Click read more to hear their story.

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: mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz, by June 12, 2025.

Poll: What do you do to combat the winter blues?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

The shortest day of the year was on Saturday, but we still have a fair bit of winter to get through! Do you experience winter blues?

Prominent specialists and personalities share their tips.
For example, comedian and author Sam Smith suggests that you "Stock up on supplies to get that DIY project underway. Call up the old bandmates to practice some songs for a jam session. Lay the groundwork for future fun."

Do you experience winter blues?
More importantly, do you have any tips for dealing with the gloomiest part of the year?
Share your thoughts with your neighbours!

What do you do to combat the winter blues?

• What winter blues? I love winter!
• Yes - bring on summer!
• Do you have any tips? Share them below

Vote View Results

• 39.6% What winter blues? I love winter!
  39.6% Complete
• 58.2% Yes - bring on summer!
  58.2% Complete
• 2.2% Do you have any tips? Share them below
  2.2% Complete

323 votes