783 days ago

Missing man from Kāpiti

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Police and whānau are asking for the public’s help to locate Duncan Hill, a Kāpiti man who has been out of contact since early October.

What you need to know:
- Duncan was last seen by his landlord on the afternoon of October 5, at his home address in the Ōtaki Gorge area.
- Duncan left his vehicle and other personal items at home, and he has not been seen or heard from since.
- He has limited mobility due to a back injury, and his loved ones are understandably concerned.
- Police Land Search and Rescue, along with family, have completed searches of the immediate surrounding area, however it is difficult terrain and an isolated area.
- He is 59 years of age, Caucasian, 185cm tall, and of a stocky build with short greying hair.
- Duncan has been known to spend periods of time alone or in the company of spiritual groups.

Police and his family would like to know that he is safe and well and are keen to hear from anyone who may have information on Duncan’s whereabouts. Sightings can be reported via 111 immediately, quoting the file number 231008/9780.

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2 days ago

Scam Alert: Fake information regarding December Bonuses from MSD

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

The Ministry of Social Development is reporting that fake information is circulating about new ‘December bonuses’ or ‘benefit increases’

If you get suspicious communication, please contact Netsafe.

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3 days ago

Poll: Are Kiwis allergic to “exuberance”? 🥝

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

In The Post’s opinion piece on the developments set to open across Aotearoa in 2026, John Coop suggests that, as a nation, we’re “allergic to exuberance.”

We want to know: Are we really allergic to showing our excitement?

Is it time to lean into a more optimistic view of the place we call home? As big projects take shape and new opportunities emerge, perhaps it’s worth asking whether a little more confidence (and enthusiasm!) could do us some good.

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Are Kiwis allergic to “exuberance”? 🥝
  • 41.5% Yes
    41.5% Complete
  • 33.6% Maybe?
    33.6% Complete
  • 24.9% No
    24.9% Complete
586 votes
24 days ago

Some Choice News!

Kia pai from Sharing the Good Stuff

Many New Zealand gardens aren’t seeing as many monarch butterflies fluttering around their swan plants and flower beds these days — the hungry Asian paper wasp has been taking its toll.

Thanks to people like Alan Baldick, who’s made it his mission to protect the monarch, his neighbours still get to enjoy these beautiful butterflies in their own backyards.

Thinking about planting something to invite more butterflies, bees, and birds into your garden?

Thanks for your mahi, Alan! We hope this brings a smile!

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