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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!
Dying Matters Week is 1st - 7th Sept. In the lead up, you might like to share a poem, story or art about someone you loved. Check the photo for more details.
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
These are in good condition...need a bit of a clean, few marks here and there. very comfy. Free.
Must be pick up only. Central Paraparaumu
2 seater has both footrests working as does the recliner
FOR SALE - located in Kapiti
2003 Make: MERCEDES-BENZ
SPRINTER, Manual , Submodel: 313CDI 4025 VAN
Body Style: Light Van
Gross Vehicle Mass: 3,490kg’s
Milage: 95,306
RUC: pd to 99,247kms
Reg exp 19 Feb 2026, WOF: Jan 2026
… View moreFOR SALE - located in Kapiti
2003 Make: MERCEDES-BENZ
SPRINTER, Manual , Submodel: 313CDI 4025 VAN
Body Style: Light Van
Gross Vehicle Mass: 3,490kg’s
Milage: 95,306
RUC: pd to 99,247kms
Reg exp 19 Feb 2026, WOF: Jan 2026
Next Service due at 108,000kms
Towbar: Max rating 2000kgs
2 new front tyres, new disc brakes & rotors
Certified Self Contained for 2 occupants. Fresh water tank 122l, Grey Water 180l, Thetford Cassette Toilet (C200) 17l.
CSC exp May 2028 (current blue sticker certified has not been converted to green yet)
Converted to Camper approx 2017. Before then was a Defense Force vehicle hence the low milage.
Diesel heater: Webasto Air top 2000
Gas oven and 4 burner hob: Dometic Coe-Full
240w/battery fridge with icebox
Shower
Hot Water Boiler: Truma BN14 (14Litres)
External handheld shower hose
RSE tv with built-in DVD player. NZ Automatic Satellite Dish
Fiamma Awning F45S
2 x Solar Panels: Projecta solar charge controller. DCDC adapter. 2 x 120 amp house battery. Victronconnect shunt to monitor battery health. 1000watt inverter.
WOEF (warrant of Electrical Fitness) Issued Jul 2024, Exp July 2028.
Sleeps 2 in either a queen bed or 2 singles
Reason for selling: Upgraded to bigger motorhome. Please contact for more photos.
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!
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.
Sale: Carex Testacea @ $4ea - 10cm pot...a striking green and coppery-orange foliage when mature (see pic) growing to a height of 30-40cm, coastal hardy and pest free. These are a healthy size, ready to plant!
Renga Renga also $4 each plus many more at great prices!
We have a wide range or … View moreSale: Carex Testacea @ $4ea - 10cm pot...a striking green and coppery-orange foliage when mature (see pic) growing to a height of 30-40cm, coastal hardy and pest free. These are a healthy size, ready to plant!
Renga Renga also $4 each plus many more at great prices!
We have a wide range or other plants - including grasses (various carex) and flaxes, Harakeke Flax (Tenax), Mountain Flax (Cookianum), Emerald dwarf Flax
- Trees we have Lemonwood, Nikau Palms, Puka, Kahikatea, Ake Ake, Manuka (Reds also), Kanuka, Puriri, Kohekohe, Matapouri Blue Totara, Kowhai, Cabbage Trees, Lancewood, etc etc.
If needing native plants, please phone to arrange a visit:
0274 933 626 (-: Appointment required :-)
www.fairviewnursery.co.nz...........................
Have a particular native in mind, please text me...
FAIRVIEW is a small Kapiti based nursery (Paraparaumu) with stocks of various locally sourced native trees, flaxes, shrubs and grasses.
Make an appointment to visit now if wanting to view our range of native plants!
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).
I'm looking for a working female flatmate to share space in a big comfortable and peaceful home.
Furnished or unfurnished big sunny room. Own bathroom. Own entrance.
Very handy location to trains, buses, shopping.
Happy to discuss details and answer questions when contacted.
Dear dog owner, I am a member of a small group of volunteers, ‘Friends of Kaitawa Reserve’, who help the Council look after the Reserve; weed-busting, planting and general maintenance.
When I see a dog running free, I politely introduce myself to the owner and point out that there is a good … View moreDear dog owner, I am a member of a small group of volunteers, ‘Friends of Kaitawa Reserve’, who help the Council look after the Reserve; weed-busting, planting and general maintenance.
When I see a dog running free, I politely introduce myself to the owner and point out that there is a good reason that there are signs at every entrance stating that dogs must be kept on a leash. The good reason is that the bush is dotted with poison bait stations and if their dog finds and eats a dead poisoned mouse, rat or stoat, that will be Fido’s last meal. About half of the owners immediately leash their dog and the rest say, “Thanks, but that’s OK – my dog wouldn’t.”
With respect, unless you are keeping visual contact 100% of the time and your dog is highly trained to instantly obey voice commands no matter the distraction and temptation, like a police dog*, then you are speaking on behalf of your animal erroneously. Every dog, whatever the breed and no matter how small, is genetically 99% wolf. All canines share the powerful instinct to hunt but they also are natural scavengers [see ‘Island of the Sea Wolves’ on Netflix – the typical wolf diet is mice and scavenged meat] and their sense of smell is up to 1,000,000 more powerful than ours [Google it]
So, again with respect, the likelihood is that your dog would. So please keep your loved pet on a leash when in the Reserve. Thank you.
*Q] What’s got four legs and an arm?
A] A police dog
Woof, Mike
Now is the time to learn Argentine Tango Class suitable for seniors and non dancers.. No partner is necessary. $5 or koha.
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