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Itβs time to cast your vote for Neighbourlyβs Fang-tastic Pet! πΎπ»
Our top 4 frightfully fabulous finalists are:
π· Nevado from Saint Johns β a spooky spider with serious style
π» Munchkin from New Lynn β rocking his chillingly cute getup
𦴠Bruce from New Brighton β give… View moreItβs time to cast your vote for Neighbourlyβs Fang-tastic Pet! πΎπ»
Our top 4 frightfully fabulous finalists are:
π· Nevado from Saint Johns β a spooky spider with serious style
π» Munchkin from New Lynn β rocking his chillingly cute getup
𦴠Bruce from New Brighton β give this ghoul a hand!
π¦ Wednesday from Trentham β representing the family in true spooky fashion
Vote for your favourite and help crown this yearβs Fang-tastic Pet Champion! π
The winning costume will take home a $200 Prezzy Card! πΈ
πΈοΈ Donβt ghost us β vote now!
Labour Day celebrates the fight for fair working hours and better conditions for everyone. Did you know Aotearoa New Zealand was among the first countries to stand up for the eight-hour working day?
As we take a moment to recognise the hard work happening around us, we want to hear from you: Who… View moreLabour Day celebrates the fight for fair working hours and better conditions for everyone. Did you know Aotearoa New Zealand was among the first countries to stand up for the eight-hour working day?
As we take a moment to recognise the hard work happening around us, we want to hear from you: Who inspires you to give your best? Your family, community leaders, coworkers, or someone else?
SH43 remains closed between Stratford and Taumarunui townships, due to several fallen trees at several locations.
Road users are advised to avoid travelling to and/or through this area until further notice.
Love raspberries? We will give away free copies of the December 2025 issue to readers whose raspberry recipes are used in our magazine. To be in the running, make sure you email your family's favourite way enjoy raspberry (dessert, salad, jam main?!): mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz, by October 24, … View moreLove raspberries? We will give away free copies of the December 2025 issue to readers whose raspberry recipes are used in our magazine. To be in the running, make sure you email your family's favourite way enjoy raspberry (dessert, salad, jam main?!): mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz, by October 24, 2025.
Kiwis love tourism ... it brings in cash and connection. But with more visitors comes more pressure on our beautiful places, housing, and local infrastructure.
So whatβs the fix? Should we bring in a tourism tax or focus on spreading visitors beyond the hotspots to ease the load? π
… View moreKiwis love tourism ... it brings in cash and connection. But with more visitors comes more pressure on our beautiful places, housing, and local infrastructure.
So whatβs the fix? Should we bring in a tourism tax or focus on spreading visitors beyond the hotspots to ease the load? π
Interested in what kiwis have to say? Andrea Vance shares some opinions in the Post.
Your cozy reading nook, a sunlit verandah, or a steaming mug of coffee with your curled up cat ...
Weβd love to see a corner of your indoor happy place. Share a photo below...
Wishing you all bright days! Happy Diwali from the Neighbourly Team ππ―οΈ
A trailblazing MΔori scholar has finally received the recognition she deserves β nearly 100 years after her passing.
MΔkereti Papakura, believed to be the first Indigenous woman to study at the University of Oxford, has been awarded a posthumous degree certificate.
Papakura sadly passed … View moreA trailblazing MΔori scholar has finally received the recognition she deserves β nearly 100 years after her passing.
MΔkereti Papakura, believed to be the first Indigenous woman to study at the University of Oxford, has been awarded a posthumous degree certificate.
Papakura sadly passed away in 1930, just weeks before she was due to present her thesis. Her research was later published as The Old-Time MΔori β the first ethnographic study written by a MΔori author.
We hope this brings a smile!
We are almost half-way through October and Halloween is creeping up on us! (Itβs easy to miss β Christmas decorations seem to be popping up earlier every year!)
The Neighbourly team was having a bit of fun and got to wondering about New Zealand-inspired outfits! π¦
π¬ Bonus … View moreWe are almost half-way through October and Halloween is creeping up on us! (Itβs easy to miss β Christmas decorations seem to be popping up earlier every year!)
The Neighbourly team was having a bit of fun and got to wondering about New Zealand-inspired outfits! π¦
π¬ Bonus question: What is the best kind of costume? Funny, scary, DIY, or pop culture themed?
Police investigating the suspicious death of a woman in Pahiatua are seeking help from the public on sightings of a man possibly involved in the incident.
We are interested in any suspicious activity or sightings of a man aged 40-50, with a solid build that may have been in the Tarawera Road … View morePolice investigating the suspicious death of a woman in Pahiatua are seeking help from the public on sightings of a man possibly involved in the incident.
We are interested in any suspicious activity or sightings of a man aged 40-50, with a solid build that may have been in the Tarawera Road area from 15 October.
It is not clear whether this person is still in the area or in nearby areas.
If you see a man matching this description, do not approach them and call 111 immediately.
This follows Police locating a vehicle taken from the victimβs address, which was found unoccupied at the Blue and Green Lakes Lookout on Tarawera Road. Inquiries are ongoing, and at various locations in Pahiatua and the wider Tararua area this week and next week.
If you have information, please contact Police via 105 and quote file number 251015/6286.
Information can also be provided anonymously via Crime Stoppers on 0800 555 111.
Westpac has reported a new scam targeting businesses.
Scammers are reportedly messaging businesses with screenshots of bank statements that appear to show two identical payments to the business, and asking to be refunded for the falsified duplicate payment.
Businesses should double-check any… View moreWestpac has reported a new scam targeting businesses.
Scammers are reportedly messaging businesses with screenshots of bank statements that appear to show two identical payments to the business, and asking to be refunded for the falsified duplicate payment.
Businesses should double-check any payment details before responding to queries or processing refunds for customers.
If you receive suspicious communication regarding your accounts, contact your bank directly.
Police investigating the suspicious death of a woman in Pahiatua have located a car that was taken from the victimβs address.
Officers were called to a residential address on Arthur Street in Pahiatua about 4.40pm on Wednesday, where they located the woman deceased.
It was later … View morePolice investigating the suspicious death of a woman in Pahiatua have located a car that was taken from the victimβs address.
Officers were called to a residential address on Arthur Street in Pahiatua about 4.40pm on Wednesday, where they located the woman deceased.
It was later established the victimβs red, late-model Mitsubishi ASX VRX station wagon, registration QGU91, was missing.
Detective Senior Sergeant David Thompson, Area Investigations Manager, said the vehicle was located in the Rotorua area late on Thursday morning.
βNobody was with the vehicle, and we are working to identify who the driver was. We hope the public can help us with and need to hear from anyone who saw this car travelling the central North Island, between Pahiatua and Rotorua.
βIf you think you saw this vehicle, please speak with us as you may have information thatβs invaluable to the investigation.β
If you can help, please contact Police via 105 and quote file number 251015/6286.
Information can also be provided anonymously via Crime Stoppers on 0800 555 111.
Police are advising motorists to be aware of the weather warnings, and to take caution when on the roads.
Parts of the Central District area including the State Highway 3/Awakino Gorge area, are experiencing significant weather conditions, with reports of flooding, large slips, and trees across… View morePolice are advising motorists to be aware of the weather warnings, and to take caution when on the roads.
Parts of the Central District area including the State Highway 3/Awakino Gorge area, are experiencing significant weather conditions, with reports of flooding, large slips, and trees across roads.
Please limit yourself to essential travel only and allow for extra time for your journey.
Reducing speed, using headlights and windscreen wipers, and watching your visibility will also ensure a safe trip.
Our CBDs have been making headlines lately β theyβre not quite the bustling hearts of our cities they once were, with more people flocking to malls instead. The big question is, what do you think should be the focus of a revitalised city centre?
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Financial Markets Authority are warning the community about a new scam where scammers are hacking social media accounts in order to pretend to be a friend and loved one. When impersonating, they use special codes and sophisticated software to manipulate the target's cryptocurrency wallets
… View moreFinancial Markets Authority are warning the community about a new scam where scammers are hacking social media accounts in order to pretend to be a friend and loved one. When impersonating, they use special codes and sophisticated software to manipulate the target's cryptocurrency wallets
How to avoid scams involving hacked social media accounts:
- When approached by your family or friends on social media talking about investment opportunities, be wary.
- Consider contacting the loved one by other means toverify their identity, such as by phone.
- Be careful when anyone or any platform requires advance payments to withdraw funds.
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