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Spread the Joy!

Spread the Joy!

Do you have any festive tips your community needs to know about? Post them here!

3240 days ago

Have you heard of the bittern wetland bird before?

Reporter The Hastings Mail

Emma Williams wants the bittern to do for New Zealand wetlands what the kiwi has done for forests.
The only problem is finding one.
This month Williams is touring 10 Hawke's Bay schools to teach students about the critically endangered bird. "They are like ninjas of the wetlands, if … View more
Emma Williams wants the bittern to do for New Zealand wetlands what the kiwi has done for forests.
The only problem is finding one.
This month Williams is touring 10 Hawke's Bay schools to teach students about the critically endangered bird. "They are like ninjas of the wetlands, if they don't want you to see them you won't," Williams said.

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3241 days ago

Nominate your neighbourhood champion

The Team from Neighbours Aotearoa

Do you have a neighbour who is seriously awesome, the glue and connector of your neighbourhood, and the person at the centre of your community, or who is just a really good sort! Nominate them to be our Neighbourhood Champion and they can go in the running to win an Orania Natural Skincare … View moreDo you have a neighbour who is seriously awesome, the glue and connector of your neighbourhood, and the person at the centre of your community, or who is just a really good sort! Nominate them to be our Neighbourhood Champion and they can go in the running to win an Orania Natural Skincare package as a lovely 'Thank you!'

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3241 days ago

Havelock north high school boys uniform

Sharron from Havelock North

Hnhs boys uniform. Brought last term. Airtex
shirt excellent condition, jersey is new only worn for a term.... somehow it has a small hole in the front. Easily repaired!! Pick up in havelock north. 60.00 for both items. Jersey is Xl & shirt is large.

Price: $60

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3242 days ago

Lost Burmese cat - Stock Road area

Holly from Bridge Pa - Longlands

We are missing a brown Burmese boy called Alfie. He is from 77 Stock Road. He is friendly and nosey. Please check your garages and cars. We desperately want our cat to come home. He has a grey collar with a red heart shaped tag with his name and number on it. He is also microchipped. Please message… View moreWe are missing a brown Burmese boy called Alfie. He is from 77 Stock Road. He is friendly and nosey. Please check your garages and cars. We desperately want our cat to come home. He has a grey collar with a red heart shaped tag with his name and number on it. He is also microchipped. Please message me or text me on 021929224 if he appears. Thanks

3241 days ago

1931 Earthquake commemoration

Communications team from Hastings District Council

Join us for the commemoration of the 1931 Hawke's Bay earthquake. New Zealand's largest earthquake took the lives of more than 250 people and each year Hastings gathers in the city centre, by the town clock, to remember those who died and the efforts that went into rebuilding our city. … View moreJoin us for the commemoration of the 1931 Hawke's Bay earthquake. New Zealand's largest earthquake took the lives of more than 250 people and each year Hastings gathers in the city centre, by the town clock, to remember those who died and the efforts that went into rebuilding our city. Friday (Nov 3) at 10.30am. For more detail see: www.hastingsdc.govt.nz...

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3241 days ago

New bus stops all go

Communications team from Hastings District Council

Buses in Eastbourne St in Hastings city will pick up and drop off passengers from a block further back from Thursday. (Feb 2). The new bus stops outside the library have been completed and the old ones outside Heretaunga Women's Rest will be demolished. That work will start on Thursday and … View moreBuses in Eastbourne St in Hastings city will pick up and drop off passengers from a block further back from Thursday. (Feb 2). The new bus stops outside the library have been completed and the old ones outside Heretaunga Women's Rest will be demolished. That work will start on Thursday and take about a week. For more info see: www.hastingsdc.govt.nz...

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3241 days ago

Neighbourly New Year Tip #11 - Meet a new neighbour

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

This one is pretty simple. You're a Neighbourly member so connecting with your community is obviously pretty important to you. So this tip is more of a challenge; this year (or this weekend!) make it your mission to meet someone new living near you.

Here's a few things you can do to … View more
This one is pretty simple. You're a Neighbourly member so connecting with your community is obviously pretty important to you. So this tip is more of a challenge; this year (or this weekend!) make it your mission to meet someone new living near you.

Here's a few things you can do to get you started:
- use the Neighbours Directory to find neighbours on your street.
- introduce yourself on Neighbourly to those living in your neighbourhood. Just a few words about yourself and what brought you here.
- Give something away or sell something! A Neighbourly exchange gives you a chance to meet someone new.
- just head out the door and knock on someone else's!
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Remember 86% of Kiwis want to get to know their neighbours better, but just don't see them around much (71%). Take the first step!

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3242 days ago

Poll: Should we shift the summer school holidays?

Reporter The Hastings Mail

December and January have brought great weather to Hawke's Bay but it hasn't been as pleasant around the rest of New Zealand. Would it be a wise idea to shift the summer school holidays? Please include in your reply whether you are happy for your comments to be published in the Napier … View moreDecember and January have brought great weather to Hawke's Bay but it hasn't been as pleasant around the rest of New Zealand. Would it be a wise idea to shift the summer school holidays? Please include in your reply whether you are happy for your comments to be published in the Napier Mail.

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Should we shift the summer school holidays?
  • 62.8% Keep them as they are
    62.8% Complete
  • 20.9% One week over Christmas and New Year, then four weeks off in February
    20.9% Complete
  • 11.6% Shorter holiday, but remain at the end of December and start of January
    11.6% Complete
  • 4.7% Two weeks off over Christmas and New Year, then two weeks in February
    4.7% Complete
43 votes
3244 days ago

New to Neighbourly..

Kirsty from Havelock North

Hi all!

I'm new to neighbourly but moved to Havelock North back in September 2015 - we love it here, we've moved around a wee bit, but now feel at home here :)

Wills (hubby) and I have two children - Lachy (5) and Selene (3). We also have a beautiful 7yr husky - and a lot of birds!… View more
Hi all!

I'm new to neighbourly but moved to Havelock North back in September 2015 - we love it here, we've moved around a wee bit, but now feel at home here :)

Wills (hubby) and I have two children - Lachy (5) and Selene (3). We also have a beautiful 7yr husky - and a lot of birds! I run an online pet supplies store from home and Wills works in a Napier car yard.

We are originally both from Palmerston North so the weather here is definitely one of our fave things!! Look forward to getting to know you all.

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3244 days ago

Havelock North High School Uniform

Sandra from Havelock North

Uniforms in very good condition: happy to sell separately

Boys:
1 x shorts size 77cm $40
2 x shirts size s $45 each
1 X pullover size m $75

Girls
1 X skirt size 14 $40

Price: $245

3254 days ago

What do you think about Lawrence Yule running for Tukituki?

Reporter The Hastings Mail

Hastings' mayor Lawrence Yule turning his attention to national politics.
On Friday he announced he was planning to seek the National Party's nomination for the Tukituki electorate, after 15 years as mayor or Hastings. Craig Foss, who currently holds the seat for National, announced in … View more
Hastings' mayor Lawrence Yule turning his attention to national politics.
On Friday he announced he was planning to seek the National Party's nomination for the Tukituki electorate, after 15 years as mayor or Hastings. Craig Foss, who currently holds the seat for National, announced in December he would be retiring from politics.

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3245 days ago

Something new is baking at EIT this year

Reporter The Hastings Mail

Stefan Schmith is the third-generation baker in his family and is excited about passing on his age-old trade.
German-born and trained Schmith, well known for his wood-fired pizzas served at the Hawke's Bay Farmers Market, will lead the new baking programme at EIT.
The 15-place programme … View more
Stefan Schmith is the third-generation baker in his family and is excited about passing on his age-old trade.
German-born and trained Schmith, well known for his wood-fired pizzas served at the Hawke's Bay Farmers Market, will lead the new baking programme at EIT.
The 15-place programme launches in early March with support from chef tutor Korey Field, known for his patisserie skills.

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3245 days ago

Neighbourly New Year Tip #10 - Save posts

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Have you spotted a post on Neighbourly you want to refer back to later? It's easy to save posts such as a recommendation for a good plumber or restaurant, something you're thinking of buying or a poll you'd like to track.

Here's how to save and find posts:
1) Simply click on… View more
Have you spotted a post on Neighbourly you want to refer back to later? It's easy to save posts such as a recommendation for a good plumber or restaurant, something you're thinking of buying or a poll you'd like to track.

Here's how to save and find posts:
1) Simply click on the SAVE button at the bottom right of a post you want to locate later. The button will change to 'Saved!'

2) To find the post, click on My Posts in the top green navigation bar (on desktop) and click on the All Posts dropdown menu. You'll see the option 'Saved Posts'

3) When you no longer need a record of the post, just click on the Saved button and it will disappear from your Saved list.
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3247 days ago

Are you heading out to the Waimarama Beach Day this Sunday?

Reporter The Hastings Mail

Water is never far from the minds of one Hawke's Bay family, with three generations of active members at the Waimarama Surf Life Saving Club. Allan Thompson qualified as a life guard in 1962 when rescues were performed with a reel and line, 55 years later he is still involved along with his … View moreWater is never far from the minds of one Hawke's Bay family, with three generations of active members at the Waimarama Surf Life Saving Club. Allan Thompson qualified as a life guard in 1962 when rescues were performed with a reel and line, 55 years later he is still involved along with his daughter and grandchildren. Their club is hosting the annual Waimarama Beach Day this Sunday from 10am to fundraise - will you be there?

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