166 days ago

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!

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What do you do to combat the winter blues?
  • 40% What winter blues? I love winter!
    40% Complete
  • 57.6% Yes - bring on summer!
    57.6% Complete
  • 2.4% Do you have any tips? Share them below
    2.4% Complete
712 votes
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5 days ago

Poll: Should we be giving the green light to new mining projects? 💰🌲

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

The Environmental Protection Authority announced this week that a proposed mine in Central Otago (near Cromwell) is about to enter its fast-track assessment process. A final decision could come within six months, and if it’s approved, construction might start as early as mid-2026.

We want to know: Should mining projects like this move ahead?

Keen to dig deeper? Mike White has the scoop.

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Should we be giving the green light to new mining projects? 💰🌲
  • 53.5% Yes
    53.5% Complete
  • 46.5% No
    46.5% Complete
1788 votes
1 day ago

DVD player

Jordan from Toi Toi - Washington Valley

Anyone have a DVD player they don't need anymore?

Also looking for an box old tv

1 day ago

🐟 Spot something fishy in Nelson-Tasman?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

DOC needs your help! Two boats have been spotted showing unusual and suspicious behaviour in our marine reserves.

A new Coastwatch group—made up of government agencies and local residents—is keeping a closer eye on our waters, but more eyes mean better protection.

Can you help identify these two boats? Your tip could help protect our marine life!

We want to know: How can we, as locals, help protect our waters?

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