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969 days ago

Pickleball - An awesome fun, social sport with a stupid name.

Sharon from Hamurana

Come along and find out more about this awesome low impact fun and social game - even give it a go.

OPEN DAY - 16th April 2023
10.00am to 2.30pm
Rotorua Badminton Hall (Tarewa Place next to Parksyde)


Pickleball is a low impact paddle sport that combines elements of tennis, badminton, and ping-pong using a paddle and plastic ball with holes. It is a game for all ages and skill levels. Rules for pickleball are simple, making it a great introductory sport.
Curious then come along, its FREE to give it a go, all paddles and balls are supplied.

It is played weekly at the Rotorua Badminton Hall on Mondays 7.00pm to 9.00pm and Thursdays 10.00am to 12.00 noon.
One of the fastest growing sports in New Zealand.

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4 hours ago

Poll: Are our Kiwi summer holidays helping us recharge, or holding the economy back? ☀️🥝

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

There’s growing debate about whether New Zealand’s extended Christmas break (and the slowdown that comes with it) affects productivity.

Tracy Watkins has weighed in ... now it’s your turn. What’s your take? 🤔

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Are our Kiwi summer holidays helping us recharge, or holding the economy back? ☀️🥝
  • 74.3% We work hard, we deserve a break!
    74.3% Complete
  • 9.9% Hmm, maybe?
    9.9% Complete
  • 15.8% Yes!
    15.8% Complete
101 votes
6 days ago

A riddle to start the festive season 🌲🎁🌟

The Riddler from The Neighbourly Riddler

I'm a fruit. If you take away my first letter, I'm a crime. If you take away my first two letters, I'm an animal. If you take away my first and last letter, I'm a form of music. What am I?

Do you think you know the answer? Simply 'Like' this post if you know the answer and the big reveal will be posted in the comments at 2pm on the day!

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7 days ago

Poll: Should we be giving the green light to new mining projects? 💰🌲

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

The Environmental Protection Authority announced this week that a proposed mine in Central Otago (near Cromwell) is about to enter its fast-track assessment process. A final decision could come within six months, and if it’s approved, construction might start as early as mid-2026.

We want to know: Should mining projects like this move ahead?

Keen to dig deeper? Mike White has the scoop.

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Should we be giving the green light to new mining projects? 💰🌲
  • 53.1% Yes
    53.1% Complete
  • 46.9% No
    46.9% Complete
2144 votes