Lynmore, Rotorua

Got some bits to give away?

Got some bits to give away?

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

30 days ago

Bright Spots winners!

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

A big congratulations to the 2025 Resene Bright Spots winners! We are proud to announce our ten winners who have all won a $250 Prezzy card and a $250 Resene Gift card!

Deepa Keenawinna - Lower Hutt (home crafts)
Slava Voronin - Kerikeri (blossoming tree)
Sam Holliday - Paraparaumu (hot pink … View more
A big congratulations to the 2025 Resene Bright Spots winners! We are proud to announce our ten winners who have all won a $250 Prezzy card and a $250 Resene Gift card!

Deepa Keenawinna - Lower Hutt (home crafts)
Slava Voronin - Kerikeri (blossoming tree)
Sam Holliday - Paraparaumu (hot pink outdoor chair)
Chris Carlyon - Waikanae (French Bulldog painting)
Joel Bradley - Auckland (Kea painting)
Jayne Walton - Rangiora (rainbow gate
Charmaine Macpherson - Cheviot (colourful bathtab)
Adele Whittaker - Auckland (school mural)
Karan Robson - Foxton Beach (blue backdoor)
Dave Bang - Levin (native bird mural)

Take a look at their wonderful colourful entries below. A huge thank you to everyone who shared a Bright Spot in their community this year; we have loved seeing the places in your neighbourhood that bring you joy.

36 days ago

Poll: What do you think about Fonterra's deal? ๐Ÿฎ๐Ÿฅ›

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Fonterra is selling some of its well-known brands โ€” including Anchor, Mainland, Fernleaf, and Kapiti Fine Foods โ€” to French company Lactalis.

Why? Fonterra says it wants to focus on ingredients rather than consumer brands.

๐Ÿ’ญ What do you think about the move?

Keen to read more? Luke … View more
Fonterra is selling some of its well-known brands โ€” including Anchor, Mainland, Fernleaf, and Kapiti Fine Foods โ€” to French company Lactalis.

Why? Fonterra says it wants to focus on ingredients rather than consumer brands.

๐Ÿ’ญ What do you think about the move?

Keen to read more? Luke Malpass offers his opinion in The Press

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What do you think about Fonterra's deal? ๐Ÿฎ๐Ÿฅ›
  • 6.1% Unsure - will wait to see how this affects my wallet
    6.1% Complete
  • 30.5% Sad to see Kiwi brands sold off
    30.5% Complete
  • 55.6% Against it โ€“ a loss for NZ manufacturing
    55.6% Complete
  • 7.8% For it โ€“ focusing on ingredients is the right move
    7.8% Complete
1927 votes
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30 days ago

Freezer For Sale

Dorothy from Glenholme

HAIER small white chest freezer for sale. Model HCF 143. 3.5 energy rating. 143 Litre. Comes with a small items basket.
W 72cm H 82cm. As new condition. $300.00. Ph 0211338800

Price: $300

31 days ago

Brave mum seeking a place to rest and be spoilt

The Team from SPCA Rotorua - Centre & Op Shop

Kitten season is almost here. Over the next six months, more than 10,000 kittens and mums will come into SPCAโ€™s care. Please help us give these families the best start in life and sign up to be a foster parent today!

Fostering saves lives and helps mums raise their bubs in a safe and quiet … View more
Kitten season is almost here. Over the next six months, more than 10,000 kittens and mums will come into SPCAโ€™s care. Please help us give these families the best start in life and sign up to be a foster parent today!

Fostering saves lives and helps mums raise their bubs in a safe and quiet environment. We cover all training and costs. All you need is time and love to spare!

31 days ago

Brave mum seeking a place to rest and be spoilt

SPCA - Rotorua Centre

Kitten season is almost here. Over the next six months, more than 10,000 kittens and mums will come into SPCAโ€™s care. Please help us give these families the best start in life and sign up to be a foster parent today!

Fostering saves lives and helps mums raise their bubs in a safe and quiet … View more
Kitten season is almost here. Over the next six months, more than 10,000 kittens and mums will come into SPCAโ€™s care. Please help us give these families the best start in life and sign up to be a foster parent today!

Fostering saves lives and helps mums raise their bubs in a safe and quiet environment. We cover all training and costs. All you need is time and love to spare!

31 days ago

Ryman Village Open Days

The Team from Ryman Healthcare

Every village, every Wednesday, 10am - 3pm

Join us any Wednesday in November and explore our lifestyle, show homes and amenities.

More than just a place to live, Ryman villages are places where friendships grow, hobbies flourish and a genuine sense of community thrives.

The best way is to… View more
Every village, every Wednesday, 10am - 3pm

Join us any Wednesday in November and explore our lifestyle, show homes and amenities.

More than just a place to live, Ryman villages are places where friendships grow, hobbies flourish and a genuine sense of community thrives.

The best way is to experience it for yourself. No appointment necessary!
Find out more

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32 days ago

Still Tossing and Turning, Neighbours? Weโ€™ve Got You Covered!

Beds4U - Rotorua

Hey neighbours!

If a good nightโ€™s sleep feels as rare as finding a parking spot on a busy Saturday, youโ€™re definitely not alone!

Sometimes itโ€™s not you โ€” itโ€™s your bedroom. The right setup can make all the difference: cozy bedding, soft lighting, the perfect room temperature, and … View more
Hey neighbours!

If a good nightโ€™s sleep feels as rare as finding a parking spot on a busy Saturday, youโ€™re definitely not alone!

Sometimes itโ€™s not you โ€” itโ€™s your bedroom. The right setup can make all the difference: cozy bedding, soft lighting, the perfect room temperature, and maybe even a soothing scent (lavender, anyone?).

Think of your room as your personal retreat โ€” a peaceful space that helps you relax, recharge, and wake up smiling.

Weโ€™ve shared some simple, practical tips to help you transform your bedroom into the ultimate sleep haven. Trust us, your well-rested self will thank you!

Discover the full guide here: beds4u.co.nz...

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32 days ago

๐Ÿšจ Scam Alert: Impersonators on Neighbourly

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Weโ€™ve recently been made aware of individuals pretending to be Neighbourly Admin and using a forged Neighbourly logo to trick members into sharing personal information.

Please remember:
๐Ÿ”ด Never click on suspicious or unexpected links.
๐Ÿ”ด If something doesnโ€™t feel right, reach out to … View more
Weโ€™ve recently been made aware of individuals pretending to be Neighbourly Admin and using a forged Neighbourly logo to trick members into sharing personal information.

Please remember:
๐Ÿ”ด Never click on suspicious or unexpected links.
๐Ÿ”ด If something doesnโ€™t feel right, reach out to us directly at helpdesk@neighbourly.co.nz

While Neighbourly does ask members to verify their details using document submissions, your confidential information (like bank details or spending history) should always be hidden. For verification, we only need to see:
โœ”๏ธ Your name, and your residential address
โœ”๏ธ The logo or header from the issuing organisation

You can learn more about how verification works here: Neighbourly Verification

Stay safe and thank you for helping keep our community secure! ๐Ÿ’š

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32 days ago

Break free with The Bayview

Oceania The Bayview Village

Why spend another summer mowing lawns and clipping hedges? Secure your spot at The Bayview today and kickstart your real retirement in effortless style.

Beautiful homes with all the space and none of the maintenance. Not to mention a $10,000 island holiday, $5,000 moving package, plus your … View more
Why spend another summer mowing lawns and clipping hedges? Secure your spot at The Bayview today and kickstart your real retirement in effortless style.

Beautiful homes with all the space and none of the maintenance. Not to mention a $10,000 island holiday, $5,000 moving package, plus your first yearโ€™s weekly fees free*.

Ready to escape? Call our Retirement Limbo Hotline on 0800 920 002.

*Terms, conditions and eligibility criteria apply. Visit retirementlimbo.co.nzย for full T&Cs.
Learn More

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32 days ago

Ryman Village Open Days

Bob Owens Retirement Village

Join us any Wednesday in November and explore our lifestyle, show homes and amenities.

More than just a place to live, Ryman villages are places where friendships grow, hobbies flourish and a genuine sense of community thrives.

The best way is to experience it for yourself. No appointment … View more
Join us any Wednesday in November and explore our lifestyle, show homes and amenities.

More than just a place to live, Ryman villages are places where friendships grow, hobbies flourish and a genuine sense of community thrives.

The best way is to experience it for yourself. No appointment necessary!

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37 days ago

Poll: ๐ŸŽƒ Which furry fiend deserves the Spooktober crown? ๐Ÿ‘‘

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Itโ€™s time to cast your vote for Neighbourlyโ€™s Fang-tastic Pet! ๐Ÿพ๐Ÿ‘ป

Our top 4 frightfully fabulous finalists are:
๐Ÿ•ท Nevado from Saint Johns โ€“ a spooky spider with serious style
๐Ÿ‘ป Munchkin from New Lynn โ€“ rocking his chillingly cute getup
๐Ÿฆด Bruce from New Brighton โ€“ give… View more
Itโ€™s time to cast your vote for Neighbourlyโ€™s Fang-tastic Pet! ๐Ÿพ๐Ÿ‘ป

Our top 4 frightfully fabulous finalists are:
๐Ÿ•ท Nevado from Saint Johns โ€“ a spooky spider with serious style
๐Ÿ‘ป Munchkin from New Lynn โ€“ rocking his chillingly cute getup
๐Ÿฆด Bruce from New Brighton โ€“ give this ghoul a hand!
๐Ÿฆ‡ Wednesday from Trentham โ€“ representing the family in true spooky fashion

Vote for your favourite and help crown this yearโ€™s Fang-tastic Pet Champion! ๐Ÿ†
The winning costume will take home a $200 Prezzy Card! ๐Ÿ’ธ

๐Ÿ•ธ๏ธ Donโ€™t ghost us โ€” vote now!

๐ŸŽƒ Which furry fiend deserves the Spooktober crown? ๐Ÿ‘‘
  • 9.6% Nevado โ€“ a spooky spider with serious style
    9.6% Complete
  • 38.1% Munchkin โ€“ rocking his chillingly cute getup
    38.1% Complete
  • 37.9% Bruce โ€“ give this ghoul a hand!
    37.9% Complete
  • 14.5% Wednesday โ€“ representing the family
    14.5% Complete
544 votes
34 days ago

Wake-up call! Your best self starts with better sleep

Beds4U - Rotorua

Hey neighbours!

Letโ€™s be honest โ€” most of us treat sleep like a bonus round instead of the main event. But hereโ€™s the thing: quality sleep isnโ€™t just restโ€ฆ itโ€™s your bodyโ€™s nightly recharge!

Getting a solid 7โ€“8 hours can boost your mood, sharpen your mind, strengthen your … View more
Hey neighbours!

Letโ€™s be honest โ€” most of us treat sleep like a bonus round instead of the main event. But hereโ€™s the thing: quality sleep isnโ€™t just restโ€ฆ itโ€™s your bodyโ€™s nightly recharge!

Getting a solid 7โ€“8 hours can boost your mood, sharpen your mind, strengthen your immune system, and keep those stress levels in check. The best part? You donโ€™t need a fancy trick โ€” just a cozy bed, a calm mind, and a routine your body can count on.

So tonight, skip the endless scroll, fluff those pillows, and give yourself the gift of real rest. Because a good nightโ€™s sleep isnโ€™t a luxury, neighbours โ€” itโ€™s a lifestyle.

If youโ€™d love a few simple tips on how to sleep better, check out this quick read from our blog:
beds4u.co.nz...

Sweet dreams, everyone!

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43 days ago

๐Ÿ’ช๐Ÿ‘ทโ€โ™€๏ธ๐Ÿข๐Ÿง‘โ€๐Ÿญ Who inspires you to do your best?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

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 more
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 inspires you to give your best? Your family, community leaders, coworkers, or someone else?

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36 days ago

Craft Your Feathered Friends with Pinecones and Favourite Resene Colours!

The Team from Resene ColorShop Rotorua

These kฤkฤpล, rainbow lorikeet and ruru birds are a hoot for the kids to make using pinecones and their favourite Resene colours. Find out how to make and paint your own feathered friends with these easy step by step instructions.

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51 days ago

๐Ÿพ๐ŸŽƒ Is your pet ready to strut their spooky stuff?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

It is time for the Neighbourly Spooktober Pet Costume Competition ... where ghosts, goblins, and golden retrievers unite!

Post a photo* of your furry, feathered, or scaly friends dressed in their Halloween best in the comments, and be in to win a $200 Prezzy Card ๐Ÿ†

*Unleash your … View more
It is time for the Neighbourly Spooktober Pet Costume Competition ... where ghosts, goblins, and golden retrievers unite!

Post a photo* of your furry, feathered, or scaly friends dressed in their Halloween best in the comments, and be in to win a $200 Prezzy Card ๐Ÿ†

*Unleash your imagination before the 30th of October to be in to win!

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