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A few weeks ago, the Neighbourly team shared a round of complaints over our morning cuppa about the challenges of juggling runny noses and work commitments.
After reading Flip Grater's opinion piece, Playing germ roulette with our kids’ health, we felt a collective sense of relief - … View moreA few weeks ago, the Neighbourly team shared a round of complaints over our morning cuppa about the challenges of juggling runny noses and work commitments.
After reading Flip Grater's opinion piece, Playing germ roulette with our kids’ health, we felt a collective sense of relief - another parent shares our niggling worries.
We wanted to check in with our online neighbours: do you feel the same way? We are all busy, and keeping children home from school is sometimes impossible given other responsibilities. Busy lives and the apparent loss of collective energy around monitoring cold symptoms have led to more students and staff in shared spaces with sniffles and coughs.
But what do you think? Is this a concern?
We want to know: Are there clear Guidelines on when to keep kids off of school?
Should we be having a nuanced conversation about risk management, and how to better support working families?
Share your opinion with us below!
Kiwi pukupuku (the little spotted kiwi) have been rediscovered in the wild on mainland Aotearoa New Zealand for the first time in five decades!
The pukupuku is the smallest and one of the most vulnerable kiwi species. Only around 2000 birds remain on offshore islands and predator-free … View moreKiwi pukupuku (the little spotted kiwi) have been rediscovered in the wild on mainland Aotearoa New Zealand for the first time in five decades!
The pukupuku is the smallest and one of the most vulnerable kiwi species. Only around 2000 birds remain on offshore islands and predator-free sanctuaries, and are the descendants of just 5 birds which had been translocated to Kapiti Island from South Westland in 1912.
The March discovery in the remote Adams Wilderness Area, on the West Coast, is definitely choice news.
Ka pai to the amazing investigation team: DOC biodiversity ranger Iain Graham and his conservation dog, Brew!
We hope this news brings a smile!
Two trellis panels 1600 x 1850mmmm and 1600mm x 2000mm. Old but reasonable condition - treated timber but some of staples coming out. Would be best to use small screws or re-staple. Will post photo tomorrow. Regards Charles Le Breton
Transform an old window into a handy cold frame decorated in Resene Kwila Timber Stain and Resene Lustacryl that you can move around the garden to extend your growing season. Find out how to make and finish your own with these easy step by step instructions.
The Neighbourly Team came across the third installment of 'Work, Interrupted', an article series looking at the job struggles different generations face, and we thought it would resonate with our Neighbourly community.
In this article, Amelia Wade reports on what it’s like to seek … View moreThe Neighbourly Team came across the third installment of 'Work, Interrupted', an article series looking at the job struggles different generations face, and we thought it would resonate with our Neighbourly community.
In this article, Amelia Wade reports on what it’s like to seek employment when you’re 50+. Many factors - from financial to social pressures - are keeping people in the workforce longer. The reality is that times are tough, even for our most experienced workers: of those receiving Jobseeker benefit, a third are 50-64 years old.
We want to know: Have you felt overlooked in the job market?
Do you have advice for your community on how to stand out in an increasingly crowded job seeker market?
Share your experience below!
📖 Want to read more from the 'Work, Interrupted' series?
Work, Interrupted: The kids, the mortgage, but no job. What next?
Young and shut out: Gen Z face the harshest job market in years
Work, Interrupted: Is 50 the new 60? Older workers battling algorithms to get CVs seen
This is a great way to celebrate our seniors who are leaving an amazing legacy for future generations. Let’s give a shoutout to those who have made a positive contribution to Aotearoa later in life, and who are still actively making the world around them a better place, following their careers in… View moreThis is a great way to celebrate our seniors who are leaving an amazing legacy for future generations. Let’s give a shoutout to those who have made a positive contribution to Aotearoa later in life, and who are still actively making the world around them a better place, following their careers in any service, sector or field.
Take a moment to nominate the deserving individuals in your life who are making a difference every day, either in our villages or in the wider community.
Follow the link below, and let’s make their stories known!
🎟️ Hurry – all six Friday shows are already SOLD OUT!
Limited seats remain for these showtimes:
📅 Saturday & Sunday – August 9, 10, 16, 17
🕥 10:30am & 1:30pm
Secure your tickets now at 👉 www.valdeakindance.org.nz...
Or call 📞 06 758 0991
Tickets from just $10!
… View more🎟️ Hurry – all six Friday shows are already SOLD OUT!
Limited seats remain for these showtimes:
📅 Saturday & Sunday – August 9, 10, 16, 17
🕥 10:30am & 1:30pm
Secure your tickets now at 👉 www.valdeakindance.org.nz...
Or call 📞 06 758 0991
Tickets from just $10!
🌟 Don’t Miss the Magical New Production of Giraffes Can’t Dance! 🌟
🎭 Val Deakin Dance Centre – 306 St Aubyn Street, New Plymouth | August 8–17
Step into the jungle and join us for a dazzling, heartwarming adventure as the much-loved story Giraffes Can’t Dance comes to life on stage! 🦒✨ Performed in our delightfully cosy and intimate theatre, you’ll feel like you’re right there on the African plains, dancing alongside Gerald and his jungle friends.
Featuring a vibrant cast aged 5 to 75, this colourful 40-minute narrated show is packed with energy, music, stunning costumes, and lively characters that will captivate kids and grown-ups alike. It’s pure joy, laughter, and inspiration from beginning to end!
🦓💃 A delightful dance theatre experience not to be missed – book today!
🌟 Don’t Miss the Magical New Production of Giraffes Can’t Dance! 🌟
🎭 Val Deakin Dance Centre – 306 St Aubyn Street, New Plymouth | August 8–17
Step into the jungle and join us for a dazzling, heartwarming adventure as the much-loved story 'Giraffes Can’t Dance' … View more🌟 Don’t Miss the Magical New Production of Giraffes Can’t Dance! 🌟
🎭 Val Deakin Dance Centre – 306 St Aubyn Street, New Plymouth | August 8–17
Step into the jungle and join us for a dazzling, heartwarming adventure as the much-loved story 'Giraffes Can’t Dance' comes to life on stage! 🦒✨ Performed in our delightfully cosy and intimate theatre, you’ll feel like you’re right there on the African plains, dancing alongside Gerald and his jungle friends.
Featuring a vibrant cast aged 5 to 75, this colourful 40-minute narrated show is packed with energy, music, quirky costumes, and lively characters that will captivate children and grown-ups alike. It’s pure joy, laughter, and inspiration from beginning to end!
🎟️ Hurry – all six Friday shows are already SOLD OUT!
Limited seats remain for these showtimes:
📅 Saturday & Sunday – August 9, 10, 16, 17
🕥 10:30am & 1:30pm
Secure your tickets now at 👉 www.valdeakindance.org.nz...
Or call 📞 06 758 0991
Tickets from just $10!
🦓💃 A delightful dance theatre experience not to be missed – book today!
At the Methodist Centre, 12.15, next Wednesday 30th.
Janey MacKenzie's choral group will be performing. The singers in this concert are Renata Toth, Caroline Den-McKay, Kati Lemcke and Sara Binnie. They are all experienced choristers and are also enjoying exploring solo repertoire. Janey … View moreAt the Methodist Centre, 12.15, next Wednesday 30th.
Janey MacKenzie's choral group will be performing. The singers in this concert are Renata Toth, Caroline Den-McKay, Kati Lemcke and Sara Binnie. They are all experienced choristers and are also enjoying exploring solo repertoire. Janey MacKenzie is the accompanist.
This programme is an attractive mix of traditional folksongs, English art song, French “ chansons” and a little dash of opera!
Koha for local charities.
For 15 years, GrabOne has helped Kiwis save on everything from local experiences to relaxing getaways around New Zealand and beyond. With over 500,000 customers since 2010, we’re proud to have brought families, friends, and communities closer through fun things to do and places to explore.
To … View moreFor 15 years, GrabOne has helped Kiwis save on everything from local experiences to relaxing getaways around New Zealand and beyond. With over 500,000 customers since 2010, we’re proud to have brought families, friends, and communities closer through fun things to do and places to explore.
To celebrate this milestone, we’re giving Neighbourly readers $15 off their next purchase on the GrabOne website. Minimum spend $75.
Discover limited daily deals, flash sales with unbeatable prices, and activities in your own backyard. Plus, keep an eye out for 15 special giveaways happening across our social pages this month.
Thanks for supporting GrabOne over the years. Here’s to even more great experiences to come!
Valid till 31st August 2025 use code NEIGHBOURLY at checkout.
The island nation of New Zealand claims guardianship over a vast ocean territory. In fact, our Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ) spans 15 times our land area. Despite this, less than 1% of our ocean is highly protected.
Sheridan Waitai, member of One Oceania, argues that New Zealand is failing its … View moreThe island nation of New Zealand claims guardianship over a vast ocean territory. In fact, our Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ) spans 15 times our land area. Despite this, less than 1% of our ocean is highly protected.
Sheridan Waitai, member of One Oceania, argues that New Zealand is failing its obligations, and our failure is being noticed internationally.
Sheridan and others argue that the health of our oceans is declining as they face climate change, overfishing, and pollution. While other nations are championing ocean protection, New Zealand has been quiet on this topic.
We want to know: Are we meeting our responsibilities in the management of our blue territory?
We're looking for your most colourful photos! Resene ColorShops and Neighbourly have teamed up again this winter to bring you Bright Spots, a celebration of the colourful spaces and places in your life.
But this year it's a little different!
This year we're calling on … View moreWe're looking for your most colourful photos! Resene ColorShops and Neighbourly have teamed up again this winter to bring you Bright Spots, a celebration of the colourful spaces and places in your life.
But this year it's a little different!
This year we're calling on Neighbourly members to share photos wherever there's a bright spot that brings you joy - whether it's in the office, at your home or when you're out and about in your neighbourhood. If it brings a smile to your face we'd love to see it.
Share a photo that brings a little colour to your day and you could win one of ten prize packages valued at $500 (including a $250 Prezzy® card and a $250 Resene gift card).
The kākāpō, our famously lovable but critically endangered land-parrot, are forecast to have a massive breeding season in 2026 - perhaps the biggest on record!
How do we know? Kākāpō only 'get busy' during rimu mast events (where rimu grow heaps of fruit), every 2-4 years. … View moreThe kākāpō, our famously lovable but critically endangered land-parrot, are forecast to have a massive breeding season in 2026 - perhaps the biggest on record!
How do we know? Kākāpō only 'get busy' during rimu mast events (where rimu grow heaps of fruit), every 2-4 years. Because we can anticipate rimu mast events, and kākāpō love rimu fruit, we can predict kākāpō breeding activity.
Since there are only 242 kākāpō today, this bumper season is important.
This positive outlook on population numbers is especially exciting since, due to the mahi of conservationists, the kākāpō have completed their first season on the North island (at Sanctuary Mountain Maungatautari). The booming of the kākāpō has not been heard on the North Island of Aotearoa for over a century!
Read more about Aotearoa's flightless parrot and their nesting plans.
We hope this news brings a smile!
Moving into William Sanders Village provided Graham and Karrin Byrnes with the perfect chance to give back to a community that was right on their doorstep, with beloved pet Maggie being the key to their success.
The couple heard about the St John therapy pets programme not long after moving into… View moreMoving into William Sanders Village provided Graham and Karrin Byrnes with the perfect chance to give back to a community that was right on their doorstep, with beloved pet Maggie being the key to their success.
The couple heard about the St John therapy pets programme not long after moving into Ryman Healthcare’s Devonport village in 2021, and now take Maggie to visit residents in the village care centre three times a week.
Click read more to read about Maggie's pawsome work.
Hi there if anyone has any quality furniture they no longer require, the Red Cross shop 18 Gover street would love to take it off your hands. We can pick it up. Ring 067572610 to arrange or drop it off. We have a loading zone right outside.
We are open 7 days
Monday to Friday 9.00 to 5.00pm
… View moreHi there if anyone has any quality furniture they no longer require, the Red Cross shop 18 Gover street would love to take it off your hands. We can pick it up. Ring 067572610 to arrange or drop it off. We have a loading zone right outside.
We are open 7 days
Monday to Friday 9.00 to 5.00pm
Saturday 9.00 to 4.00pm
Sunday 10.00 to 4.00pm
Many thanks
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