25 days ago

Make the holidays easier this year!

Ernest Rutherford Retirement Village

We’ve pulled together a few clever Christmas hacks thanks to Ryman resident, Sullen - simple ideas to save time and stress so you can enjoy more of the festive fun.

A few favourites:
- Hang tree lights vertically for an even glow
- Use reusable gift bags for quick, eco-friendly wrapping
- Prep food ahead to keep Christmas Day relaxed

Click read more for the full list of tips.

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20 hours ago

Poll: Do you set New Year’s resolutions?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

🎉 2026 is almost here!

We’re curious ... how do you welcome it?
Do you set resolutions, follow special traditions, or just go with the flow?

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Do you set New Year’s resolutions?
  • 9.6% Yes! New Year, New Me
    9.6% Complete
  • 21.2% Yes - but I rarely stick to them
    21.2% Complete
  • 69.2% Nah - not for me
    69.2% Complete
344 votes
8 days ago

Poll: Is it ok to regift something that you have been given?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

🎁 Holiday Gift Chat!

Do you ever regift?
What’s your take on asking for a receipt if a gift doesn’t fit?

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Is it ok to regift something that you have been given?
  • 78.8% Yes! It's better to regift what I don't need
    78.8% Complete
  • 21.2% No. It's the thought and effort that matters
    21.2% Complete
1288 votes
18 days ago

Poll: Have you had a chance to gorge yourself on your summer berries?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

🍓 The Press has reported on some great news for Nelson!

Even with the unpredictable spring weather, this year’s strawberry crop is looking amazing — one of the biggest harvests in the past five to six years!

Have you had a chance to dive into those juicy summer berries yet? 😋

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Have you had a chance to gorge yourself on your summer berries?
  • 61.5% YES!
    61.5% Complete
  • 23.1% Not yet
    23.1% Complete
  • 15.4% Strawberries are not my favourite
    15.4% Complete
13 votes