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You are warmly invited to a free public meeting of ‘Meet the Candidates’ for the NP electorate.
Thursday 25th September 2025
St James Presbyterian Church
Lawry Street, NP
1pm to 3pm
This meeting is for the Mayoral candidates, Maori Ward candidates and five current councilors … View moreYou are warmly invited to a free public meeting of ‘Meet the Candidates’ for the NP electorate.
Thursday 25th September 2025
St James Presbyterian Church
Lawry Street, NP
1pm to 3pm
This meeting is for the Mayoral candidates, Maori Ward candidates and five current councilors re-standing.
Please note, that while the doors will be open at 12.30pm the programme will not start until 1.15pm and go through to approximately 3.00pm
Neighbourly is celebrating 50 years of Te Wiki o te Reo Māori (Māori Language Week)
Do you use te reo at home? Greet your neighbours with kia ora? Sing waiata with your tamariki?
Share how you celebrate te reo in your daily life in the comments below, and you could win a $50 Prezzy Card!
… View moreNeighbourly is celebrating 50 years of Te Wiki o te Reo Māori (Māori Language Week)
Do you use te reo at home? Greet your neighbours with kia ora? Sing waiata with your tamariki?
Share how you celebrate te reo in your daily life in the comments below, and you could win a $50 Prezzy Card!
For some amazing te reo resources, head to ReoMāori.co.nz
Me mahi tahi tātou, Neighbours 🌿
Grab your kids or grandkids and your fishing gear and head down to New Plymouth's Lake Rotomanu on Saturday 11th October to fish for 500 rainbow trout released by Taranaki Fish & Game. This free community event runs from 8am to 1pm in conjunction with the Inglewood Rod, Hunting and Clay … View moreGrab your kids or grandkids and your fishing gear and head down to New Plymouth's Lake Rotomanu on Saturday 11th October to fish for 500 rainbow trout released by Taranaki Fish & Game. This free community event runs from 8am to 1pm in conjunction with the Inglewood Rod, Hunting and Clay Target Club and Taranaki Hunting & Fishing. Visit the marquee tent by the boat ramp for advice and help with fishing gear setup.
12+ yrs old. Still in good working order. Also matching vertical freezer. Surplus to requirements.
Both will need to be carried down stairs to take out of the house.
Going out for disposal this week if nobody wants them.
Hey Neighbours!
Thinking about a new mattress? The two most popular picks are memory foam (great support, less partner disturbance) and innerspring (classic, affordable, and lots of firmness options). Both have their pros and cons—but the best way to know what’s right for you is to explore … View moreHey Neighbours!
Thinking about a new mattress? The two most popular picks are memory foam (great support, less partner disturbance) and innerspring (classic, affordable, and lots of firmness options). Both have their pros and cons—but the best way to know what’s right for you is to explore and try them out.
Learn more here: beds4u.co.nz...
and find the mattress that’s just right for you!
Summerset’s Nationwide Open Day is on Sunday 5 October. All 38 of our villages are open from 10am to 2pm.
Spring’s the perfect time to clear out the garage, wardrobe, or that cluttered cupboard and turn your unused goods into cash!
Join the Neighbourly Online Garage Sale on Saturday, September 27th. It’s free, local, and the easiest way to find new homes for the things you no longer need from … View moreSpring’s the perfect time to clear out the garage, wardrobe, or that cluttered cupboard and turn your unused goods into cash!
Join the Neighbourly Online Garage Sale on Saturday, September 27th. It’s free, local, and the easiest way to find new homes for the things you no longer need from spare tents and pre-loved books to clothes that deserve another spin.
How it works:
List your items individually before the day. Then, sit back as interested buyers on Neighbourly browse and get in touch directly.
And if you’re not selling?
There’s still treasure to be found! Jump online on the 27th and grab yourself a bargain or two.
Let’s turn clutter into community wins.
Don’t miss out!
Impress your friends by building an easy-to-make dartboard cabinet finished in Resene FX Faux Rust Effect, Resene FX Blackboard Paint and Resene Furniture and Decking Oil that will transform your garden into a games room. Find out how to make your own dartboard with these easy step by step … View moreImpress your friends by building an easy-to-make dartboard cabinet finished in Resene FX Faux Rust Effect, Resene FX Blackboard Paint and Resene Furniture and Decking Oil that will transform your garden into a games room. Find out how to make your own dartboard with these easy step by step instructions.
Usually renting a place to live goes smoothly, but when problems happen, it can get really difficult, very quickly. You need to know what rights you have, and what your obligations are, so that you can look after yourself in relation to rental accommodation.
With so many amazing series out right now, and with so many streaming services showing exclusive content, we thought we could do a national roundup of the best shows on TV! 📺
We want to know: What are you watching, what makes it the best show around, and where are you watching it?
(The … View moreWith so many amazing series out right now, and with so many streaming services showing exclusive content, we thought we could do a national roundup of the best shows on TV! 📺
We want to know: What are you watching, what makes it the best show around, and where are you watching it?
(The Neighbourly Team's suggestion: Taskmaster on TVNZ, because watching celebrities do silly things over dinner is the end to the day we all need!)
Abba- The Definitive Collection 2cd all the hits & more inc. Dancing Queen etc,
Simon & Garfunkel -Tales from New York 2cd best of compilation -all the hits inc. Bridge over troubled water etc,
Frank Sinatra- My Way The Best Of 2cd inc. My Way,
Ray Charles The Classic Years 3cd … View moreAbba- The Definitive Collection 2cd all the hits & more inc. Dancing Queen etc,
Simon & Garfunkel -Tales from New York 2cd best of compilation -all the hits inc. Bridge over troubled water etc,
Frank Sinatra- My Way The Best Of 2cd inc. My Way,
Ray Charles The Classic Years 3cd inc. hit the road jack,
Patsy Cline - Sweet Dreams the Complete Decca Years 2cd inc. Crazy,
All in excellent condition
Any questions ring on 0273397202
First-time lifter Mona got the technique down pat while Colin lifted an incredible 60kg! Even 100-year-old Bill joined in! Together they raised $1,700 for Hato Hone St John. A day full of fun, courage, and community spirit!
Click read more to read about the full lift-off.
To New Zealand’s frontline heroes: we see you, we thank you, and we’re honoured to stand with you. Your dedication keeps our communities safe and strong. As a small gesture of appreciation, we’re offering a Frontliner Discount. It’s our way of giving back to those who give so much, every … View moreTo New Zealand’s frontline heroes: we see you, we thank you, and we’re honoured to stand with you. Your dedication keeps our communities safe and strong. As a small gesture of appreciation, we’re offering a Frontliner Discount. It’s our way of giving back to those who give so much, every single day. This isn’t just a discount. It’s a partnership of gratitude and support, a true win-win that cares for you and the families you serve. From all of us at Beds4U, thank you for everything you do.
#Beds4U #ThankYouFrontliners #CommunityFirst #BetterSleep
Gardening can be tough on your hands, so we’ve got the perfect treat. This spring, when you subscribe to NZ Gardener, you’ll receive a FREE Earths Botanics Gardeners Nourishing Hand Cream from Matakana Botanicals, valued at $24 RRP.
Specially crafted for hardworking hands, this luxurious … View moreGardening can be tough on your hands, so we’ve got the perfect treat. This spring, when you subscribe to NZ Gardener, you’ll receive a FREE Earths Botanics Gardeners Nourishing Hand Cream from Matakana Botanicals, valued at $24 RRP.
Specially crafted for hardworking hands, this luxurious cream blends New Zealand Manuka Oil, renowned for its natural antibacterial qualities, with Manuka Honey, to deeply nourish, moisturise, and assist with repair.
Subscribe now to enjoy inspiring ideas for your garden and a little care for your hands.
From the team at Mags4Gifts
T&Cs apply. Offer available to the first 350 people who subscribe to NZ Gardener for 6 months, 1 year, or 2 years between 1–28 September 2025.
2degrees are alerting the public about a new scam involving phone calls. Scammers are targeting personal details while using prizes (smartwatches, phones, and discounts) as bait.
❌ Never give out personal info to callers
🔔 Feeling unsure? End the call and contact the company on their … View more2degrees are alerting the public about a new scam involving phone calls. Scammers are targeting personal details while using prizes (smartwatches, phones, and discounts) as bait.
❌ Never give out personal info to callers
🔔 Feeling unsure? End the call and contact the company on their official number
If you get suspicious communication, please contact Netsafe.
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