Strandon, New Plymouth

Got some bits to give away?

Got some bits to give away?

Clear out that garage and pop it on Neighbourly Market for free.

129 days ago

Bowen Therapy for arthritis

Annemarie from Holistic Health Taranaki

-She said the swelling has gone down in her knee
-She said she can use her fingers better and for longer
-She said she is able to walk further before she needs a rest
-She said she has been able to reduce her pain medication the days after her session

The Bowen Therapy for arthritis has been … View more
-She said the swelling has gone down in her knee
-She said she can use her fingers better and for longer
-She said she is able to walk further before she needs a rest
-She said she has been able to reduce her pain medication the days after her session

The Bowen Therapy for arthritis has been very positive so far.
So much so, that I am extending this offer till the end of August.

If you are fed up with the pain, lack of movement, discomfort and reduced mobility because of your arthritis (osteo- or rheumatoid) and you are keen to try the gentle fascia work that Bowen Therapy offers, please reach out, or just book your first appointment here.

holistic-health-taranaki.au4.cliniko.com...

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129 days ago

Alma Brasileira Lunchtime Concert, Wednesday August 6, 12.15pm.

Chris from Lynmouth - Moturoa

The next lunchtime concert , Wednesday 6th August at the Methodist Centre features "Alma Brasileira". Playing 16 strings to explore a variety of traditional Brazilian music - running the gamut from the music of Antonio Carlos Jobim to colourful adaptations by Brazilian classical … View moreThe next lunchtime concert , Wednesday 6th August at the Methodist Centre features "Alma Brasileira". Playing 16 strings to explore a variety of traditional Brazilian music - running the gamut from the music of Antonio Carlos Jobim to colourful adaptations by Brazilian classical composers.
Dominique Blatti, Malcolm Alder and Paul Goodsell explore this diverse tapestry woven from Indigenous, African and European influences , with a rich history of regional styles and blending tradition and modernity.

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130 days ago

Beginner Beekeeping

Chris from Hurworth

Hi Everyone. The Taranaki Beekeepers Beginners Course starts next Monday, 4th August, at the West Baptist Church Hall at 144 South Rd New Plymouth. Start time is 7pm.
This course, and associated opportunities for hands on working with bees, will give you a good knowledge of how to manage and keep … View more
Hi Everyone. The Taranaki Beekeepers Beginners Course starts next Monday, 4th August, at the West Baptist Church Hall at 144 South Rd New Plymouth. Start time is 7pm.
This course, and associated opportunities for hands on working with bees, will give you a good knowledge of how to manage and keep bees.
The course is free with the expectation that you will join the Bee Club, $20 membership per year.

The course is approximately two hours on the first Monday evening of each month from now until Christmas; and we also provide practical handling/ demonstration of bees approximately twice a month on a Saturday or Sunday afternoon. This is your opportunity to get up close and personal with these amazing insects.
For any further information feel free to call Chris on 027 444 8200.

138 days ago

On July 22 1987, New Zealand's first Lotto went on sale 🎉🎉

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Imagine checking your ticket and realising that you have won big ...

Tell us your dreams - what is the very first thing you would do with the winnings?

Would you make that silly purchase you have always wanted, but could never justify?
Call the bank and immediately pay off your mortgage? … View more
Imagine checking your ticket and realising that you have won big ...

Tell us your dreams - what is the very first thing you would do with the winnings?

Would you make that silly purchase you have always wanted, but could never justify?
Call the bank and immediately pay off your mortgage?
Stop by the SPCA on the way home and make a donation?
Buy a captain's hat, open up Trade Me and browse "boats for sale"?

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131 days ago

Child's bike seat

Anne from Lynmouth - Moturoa

Wanting to buy a seat to go on an adult bike that will fit a 1 year old.

135 days ago

Poll: Are the guidelines around when a child is too sick for school clear?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

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 more
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 - 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!

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Are the guidelines around when a child is too sick for school clear?
  • 55.8% Yes - The messaging about when to keep kids home is consistent.
    55.8% Complete
  • 35.4% No - I want guidance. An illness response flowchart for my fridge would be handy
    35.4% Complete
  • 8.8% It is more complicated - share your thoughts below.
    8.8% Complete
387 votes
137 days ago

Choice News Tuesday: Little spotted kiwi rediscovered on mainland Aotearoa

Kia pai from Sharing the Good Stuff

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 more
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 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!

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133 days ago

Free to pick up by arrangement.

Charles from Lynmouth - Moturoa

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

Free

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134 days ago

Turn an Old Window into a Portable Cold Frame with Resene

The Team from Resene ColorShop New Plymouth

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.

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142 days ago

Poll: Whether young or experienced, has age been a barrier to opportunity?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

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 more
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 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

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Whether young or experienced, has age been a barrier to opportunity?
  • 67.2% Yes - In my experience, age has been a factor.
    67.2% Complete
  • 29.5% No - In my experience, age has had little to do with my employment opportunities
    29.5% Complete
  • 2.4% As an employer, age is not a factor.
    2.4% Complete
  • 1% Other - I will share below.
    1% Complete
808 votes
134 days ago

Nominations are now open for the 2026 Ryman Healthcare Senior New Zealander of the Year Award – Te Mātāpuputu o te Tau!

Jean Sandel Retirement Village

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!

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135 days ago

'Giraffes can't Dance'

Shelley from Westown

🎟️ 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!
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🎟️ 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!

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135 days ago

'Giraffes can't Dance'

Shelley from Westown

🌟 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!

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136 days ago

Choral Group, Lunchtime Concert, Wednesday July 30

Chris from Lynmouth - Moturoa

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 more
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 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.

137 days ago

15 Years of GrabOne... Here’s $15 Just for You!

GrabOne

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 more
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 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.
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