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Greg from Forest & Bird Hastings Havelock North Branch
This month our branch will be hosting Dr Amelia McQueen - Environmental Management Lecturer at EIT.
Amelia will share some of her experiences in becoming a trained ecologist and how she has incorporated relevant and hands on learning experiences within the EIT Environmental Management Programme.… View moreThis month our branch will be hosting Dr Amelia McQueen - Environmental Management Lecturer at EIT.
Amelia will share some of her experiences in becoming a trained ecologist and how she has incorporated relevant and hands on learning experiences within the EIT Environmental Management Programme. “Our learnt experiences can become our fondest memories (or perhaps not so fond!)"
ALL ARE WELCOME (members and non-members). Bring a friend if you wish.
Where:
St Andrews Presbyterian Church Lounge
300 Market Road South - map
Hastings
When:
7.30pm on Thursday, 9th October 2025
James Wattie Retirement Village
Friday 17 & Saturday 18 October, 10am - 2pm.
Experience the award-winning lifestyle at a Ryman village.
Join us at our open days and explore our lifestyle and care options, tour our show homes and see the premium amenities on offer.
We look forward to seeing you.
Colette from Greenmeadows
A few years ago a lady from Hastings, who was just starting collecting stamps, purchased some stamp books from me. We have forgotten your name. Could you please make contact with me. Thanks.
The Team from Ryman Healthcare
With daily chef prepared meals, housekeeping and more, Ryman serviced apartments free up your time for what really matters - family, catching up with an old friend, or simply your favourite book.
We have serviced apartments available now - find a village near you.
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Dana from Awatoto - Meeanee
Looking for a tidy chicken coop (suitable for 3 chickens) free or low cost.
The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz
We’ve all seen the headlines lately — New Zealand’s economy shrank more than expected between April and June (down 0.9%).
(If not, you can read a summary of the June quarter's activity on this article published by the Post)
Now that the weekend’s over and things have calmed down … View moreWe’ve all seen the headlines lately — New Zealand’s economy shrank more than expected between April and June (down 0.9%).
(If not, you can read a summary of the June quarter's activity on this article published by the Post)
Now that the weekend’s over and things have calmed down a bit, the Neighbourly Team are keen to hear from you: how are you feeling about it all?
Summer’s coming, and holidays are on the horizon … should we be focusing on the future rather than the past quarter? Or is this dip in the road a real concern?
Share your thoughts in the comments!
193 replies (Members only)
Diane from Havelock North
I am a retired professional who enjoys looking after dogs I care for 1-2 dogs only I own a large beautiful and secure section next to Tainui Reserve where I walk dogs on/off leash Dogs are house dogs so have continuous love and attention from me I am very experienced with large breeds eg German … View moreI am a retired professional who enjoys looking after dogs I care for 1-2 dogs only I own a large beautiful and secure section next to Tainui Reserve where I walk dogs on/off leash Dogs are house dogs so have continuous love and attention from me I am very experienced with large breeds eg German Shepherds GSPs Labs Retriever Ridgebacks and small - median breeds eg Foxys Jack Russel Staffy Border Collies Labradoodles A meet and greet is required Rates are $35 for daycare and &45 for 24 hr care
Please text or phone 0274352336
Di Bagshaw
Iain from Poraiti
Compact and easily moved.
Price: $50
If you’re curious about retirement village living, don’t wonder, come have a wander.
If you’re just starting your journey, or ready now, a Summerset Open Day could be the perfect first step. Why not bring your friends and family and make a day of it? See for yourself why our residents love… View moreIf you’re curious about retirement village living, don’t wonder, come have a wander.
If you’re just starting your journey, or ready now, a Summerset Open Day could be the perfect first step. Why not bring your friends and family and make a day of it? See for yourself why our residents love the Summerset life.
We can’t wait to welcome you on Sunday 5 October from 10am – 2pm.
Find out more
Jean from Greenmeadows
Roots and leaves for natural yellow dye for wool,cotton, silk, available now. Donation invited for the Malagan Cancer Research. No photos available.
Free
Julie Neighbourly Lead from Havelock North
I have a request. Please be considerate.
Mobility car parks are few and far between. And too many people, without the need of them, without permits, park in them “just for a minute”.
In Havelock North it seems to be improving. But…
Mobility scooters are just as much of a problem, parking… View moreI have a request. Please be considerate.
Mobility car parks are few and far between. And too many people, without the need of them, without permits, park in them “just for a minute”.
In Havelock North it seems to be improving. But…
Mobility scooters are just as much of a problem, parking in mobility car parks. Please don’t.
In HN, there are plenty of wide footpaths and accessible areas where you can park your mobility scooters, even under cover, including New World, but not many where I can park my 6.3m long, 2.5m wide, 2.9m high mobility permitted van. I don’t fit just anywhere.
I carry passengers who are visually impaired, blind, disabled, physically frail, suffering dementia and have other health, physical or cognitive difficulties. I can’t just park anywhere.
It’s easier for you to find parks for your scooter, than it is for me with my van.
You can even drive your mobility scooter into some businesses.
Please, Please, Please, don’t park mobility scooters in mobility car parks.
Todd Foster from Maidens & Foster Auctioneers Ltd
Over 500 Lots
Viewing & Absentee Bids Welcome
Monday 8-5, Tuesday 8-6 & Wednesday from 8am
More photos www.mafa.co.nz... & facebook
NB. Calling Now for Entries for December Antique Auction!
The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz
Many workplaces now embrace hybrid working — splitting time between home and the office. For years, people have built their routines and lifestyles around this flexibility.
But critics say it weakens team spirit, slows training, and makes collaboration harder.
💬 What do you think? Hybrid… View moreMany workplaces now embrace hybrid working — splitting time between home and the office. For years, people have built their routines and lifestyles around this flexibility.
But critics say it weakens team spirit, slows training, and makes collaboration harder.
💬 What do you think? Hybrid forever, or back to the office full-time?
Communications from Hastings District Council
If your voting papers haven’t arrived, you may need to complete a special vote. Our team is here to help make sure your vote is counted. Come and see us at any of the following locations to cast a special vote:
Hastings District Council Customer Service Centre - During normal business hours … View moreIf your voting papers haven’t arrived, you may need to complete a special vote. Our team is here to help make sure your vote is counted. Come and see us at any of the following locations to cast a special vote:
Hastings District Council Customer Service Centre - During normal business hours up until 12 noon on Sat 11 Oct
Havelock North Library - Fri 26 Sept, 1pm-4pm
Flaxmere Library - Sat 27 Sept, 10am-2pm
Flaxmere Library - Wed 1 Oct, 9am-1pm
Waimārama/Maraetōtara Memorial Hall - Fri 3 Oct, 9am-1pm
Havelock North Library - Sat 4 Oct, 10am-2pm
Hastings Memorial Library - Sun 5 Oct, 1pm-4pm
Te Taiwhenua O Heretaunga - Mon 6 Oct, 10am-2pm
Puketapu School - Tue 7 Oct, 9am-1pm
You can either pick up your special voting pack in person or have it posted to you (available until Friday 26 September). Please note: your completed voting papers and statutory declaration must be received by the Electoral Officer in the supplied envelopes before voting closes at 12 noon, Saturday 11 October.
Click the link below for further info.
Julie Neighbourly Lead from Havelock North
Every night, this week, I’ve looked out our annex window and seen an ultra bright light, in the middle of Hastings.
It seems to be up Heretaunga St, around the Theatre area.
Does anyone know what it is?
I’ve never seen it before, in the 7 years I’ve lived with this view.
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