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Merry Christmas, neighbours

Merry Christmas, neighbours

From us at Neighbourly

2641 days ago

Celebrate National Gardening Week with FREE Butterfly-friendly Seeds

Yates

Our Monarch Butterfly is under threat and this National Gardening Week Kiwis are being called upon to plant butterfly friendly plants to help save the caterpillars when they hatch in Spring and Summer.

Last year saw a national shortage of Swan plants, the main diet of Monarch caterpillars, … View more
Our Monarch Butterfly is under threat and this National Gardening Week Kiwis are being called upon to plant butterfly friendly plants to help save the caterpillars when they hatch in Spring and Summer.

Last year saw a national shortage of Swan plants, the main diet of Monarch caterpillars, causing a large number of the population to be wiped out.

Yates is getting behind the drive to avert a similar crisis this year by giving away various free butterfly friendly seeds including Yates new Butterfly Field Mix seeds between 1st and 14th October. Just register here during this time to receive your packet of seeds.

A national planting day will be held on 20th October. Plant a Swan plant or other butterfly friendly plants in your garden, in your neighbour’s garden, at school, in your local community garden – and let’s help Monarch butterflies flourish.

National Gardening Week aims to foster a love of gardening with a focus on growing not only plants but friendships, good health, strong communities and closer connections with nature.
Register now

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2641 days ago

Cancer - Family Support

Kirsten from Pyes Pa

Please delete if inappropriate. I have started a FB group for family members and close friends of those that have cancer. My husband was diagnosed with leukemia 6 months ago and I have found that there are lots of groups for those with cancer but not much for family members who are also on the … View morePlease delete if inappropriate. I have started a FB group for family members and close friends of those that have cancer. My husband was diagnosed with leukemia 6 months ago and I have found that there are lots of groups for those with cancer but not much for family members who are also on the cancer journey. If you have a family member or very close friend with cancer, please feel free to join us. We have started last night (so we need some members) but we want to build a national online community and eventually organise some real life catch ups in various cities and towns.

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2641 days ago

Temporary homes needed for adoption dogs!

Communications from Western Bay of Plenty District Council

We are looking for temporary carers to look after our adoption dogs while they are waiting to go to their forever homes. All dogs are vet checked and vaccinated and we will supply you with all the necessities including food. If you are able to foster dogs for a short or long time we are very … View moreWe are looking for temporary carers to look after our adoption dogs while they are waiting to go to their forever homes. All dogs are vet checked and vaccinated and we will supply you with all the necessities including food. If you are able to foster dogs for a short or long time we are very interested in having a chat with you!

There is a form to fill out on our website: bit.ly... or you can call our friendly Animals Services Team on 0800 926 732.

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2641 days ago

Large entertainment centre

Carmen from Bethlehem

Attractive solid entertainment centre in good condition.
Mark on top that could be repaired easily if needed, I just put a candle on it!
1800L x 500W x 800H

Price: $250

2641 days ago

Only two weeks to go until #RestartAHeart Day! ❤️

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

Did you know each minute without CPR reduces survival by 10%? The Goodsam app aims to get help to you faster by alerting good samaritans nearby who are trained in first aid.

If you are CPR certified and know how to use an AED, register as a responder today. Let's give those undergoing cardiac… View more
Did you know each minute without CPR reduces survival by 10%? The Goodsam app aims to get help to you faster by alerting good samaritans nearby who are trained in first aid.

If you are CPR certified and know how to use an AED, register as a responder today. Let's give those undergoing cardiac arrest the best chance of survival!

#NSNZemergencypreparedness

2642 days ago

Looking for dog beds, crates, blankets!

Communications from Western Bay of Plenty District Council

This is a shout out for any old blankets, sheets, towels, dog beds etc for animal pounds and foster carers. If you have any you are happy to donate please pop them into an area office or to our Barkes Corner office. Animal Services are also in short supply of dog crates for foster families to use … View moreThis is a shout out for any old blankets, sheets, towels, dog beds etc for animal pounds and foster carers. If you have any you are happy to donate please pop them into an area office or to our Barkes Corner office. Animal Services are also in short supply of dog crates for foster families to use and to lend out to new mums and dads until they get their own.

Take a look at our drop off locations: www.westernbay.govt.nz...

All donations are gratefully accepted and thanks in advance!

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2647 days ago

The Plant Hotel

Maria from Pyes Pa

Hi Neighbors, The Plant Hotel invites you to donate unwanted plants, and shrubs. The plants are sold to your neighbours for cheap and the proceeds go to the SPCA. If you are spring cleaning your garden, don’t take your plants to green waste or bin them, give them another life, in someone else’s… View moreHi Neighbors, The Plant Hotel invites you to donate unwanted plants, and shrubs. The plants are sold to your neighbours for cheap and the proceeds go to the SPCA. If you are spring cleaning your garden, don’t take your plants to green waste or bin them, give them another life, in someone else’s garden, and help animals at the same time!

2642 days ago

Poll: Should plastic straws be removed from all NZ supermarkets?

Georgia Reporter from Stuff

Hi neighbours,

You won't be able to find plastic straws in Countdown stores from October 1 - they're off the shelves! To read more, click here.

Countdown is removing them from all stores and replacing them with a range of alternatives including bamboo, metal and paper straws.

The … View more
Hi neighbours,

You won't be able to find plastic straws in Countdown stores from October 1 - they're off the shelves! To read more, click here.

Countdown is removing them from all stores and replacing them with a range of alternatives including bamboo, metal and paper straws.

The supermarket's move is expected to remove 11.6 million straws from circulation and the waste stream each year. WOW.

Do you think other NZ supermarkets should follow suit?

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Should plastic straws be removed from all NZ supermarkets?
  • 77.6% Yes, let's get rid of them
    77.6% Complete
  • 22.4% No, plastic straws are useful
    22.4% Complete
2774 votes
2642 days ago

If the warranty has ended, it doesn't mean your rights have!

Sacha Green from Citizens Advice Bureau New Zealand

When you buy goods you have rights that protect you even if the warranty has expired. A warranty is extra to the protections in the Consumer Guarantees Act (CGA) and can’t override or replace these. This means a retailer can't just say you're out of luck because the warranty period has … View moreWhen you buy goods you have rights that protect you even if the warranty has expired. A warranty is extra to the protections in the Consumer Guarantees Act (CGA) and can’t override or replace these. This means a retailer can't just say you're out of luck because the warranty period has ended.

The CGA says that products have to be of an acceptable quality which means they must be fit for purpose (or do what they're made to do), last for a reasonable amount of time, be safe, and be free from any minor defects. What is “acceptable quality” is based on what you could reasonably expect taking into account things like the nature of the goods, what you paid for them, and any particular statements made about the goods.

If you have a problem with something you’ve bought and the warranty period has ended, you might still be entitled to have it repaired or replaced. Check out our information on your rights as a consumer or phone CAB on 0800 367 222.

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2642 days ago

We're hitting the road!

The Team from Neighbours Aotearoa

Our road trip is happening soon! We're hitting the road in the lead-up to our 10th celebration of Neighbours Day (March 22 - 31 2019: Celebrating 10 years with 10 days of celebrations) and are on the hunt for organisations, places and people who would like to host us along the way, chat about … View moreOur road trip is happening soon! We're hitting the road in the lead-up to our 10th celebration of Neighbours Day (March 22 - 31 2019: Celebrating 10 years with 10 days of celebrations) and are on the hunt for organisations, places and people who would like to host us along the way, chat about the work they’re doing, or help us run workshops.

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2643 days ago

Poll: Who did you want to win The Block NZ?

Jo Haywood Reporter from Homed

Hey neighbours, well that's The Block NZ over for another year... were you happy with the result?

If you missed it, you can relive all the action and drama of the auction here or check out our Block winners round-up, here.

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Who did you want to win The Block NZ?
  • 6.4% House 1 - Claire and Agni
    6.4% Complete
  • 42.2% House 2 - Ben and Tom
    42.2% Complete
  • 15.7% House 3 - Chlo and Em
    15.7% Complete
  • 35.7% House 4 - Amy and Stu
    35.7% Complete
1227 votes
2643 days ago

Re: Daylight savings and blood glucose meters

Debbie Cunliffe from

If you need a hand updating the date/time on your blood glucose meter then pop into the Diabetes Centre @ Graced tomorrow between 10-12 noon or ring our INFOline 07 5713422

2644 days ago

Poll: Jandals shaped the feet of a nation. What are the new jandals?

Reporter Sunday Star Times

Many New Zealanders loved Kiwiana and it helped define us on the world stage – but Kiwiana was a creation of the last century. New Zealand's national paper, the Sunday Star-Times, is embarking on a project to find out what Kiwiana has evolved into and how it encapsulates the values of our … View moreMany New Zealanders loved Kiwiana and it helped define us on the world stage – but Kiwiana was a creation of the last century. New Zealand's national paper, the Sunday Star-Times, is embarking on a project to find out what Kiwiana has evolved into and how it encapsulates the values of our diverse, innovative 21st century nation.

Join us as we explore what Kiwi culture looks like in neighbourhoods across the country. In the coming weeks, you'll notice a few posts about Kiwi innovations popping up across Neighbourly - we'd love for you engage and let us know what innovations and innovators you think need profiling!

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Jandals shaped the feet of a nation. What are the new jandals?
  • 49.4% Allbirds, the hi-tech shoe with an environmental goal, made from fine merino woo
    49.4% Complete
  • 31.8% Nomads, the 1980s crepe-soled schoolyard phenomenon set for a 2020 reboot;
    31.8% Complete
  • 18.9% Thick foot hair, as modelled by Peter Jackson’s hobbits.
    18.9% Complete
541 votes
2644 days ago

Drivers might pay more, learn why.

The Team from ACC New Zealand

At ACC, we’re proposing to increase the levies collected from road users to pay for the rising cost of road injuries. If you’re a road user, these proposals could affect you.

Learn about all the proposals and have your say at our site by October 25.
Learn more

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2644 days ago

HOLDEN COMMODORE

Sarah from Pyes Pa

Selling our Holden Commodore. Red. V6. 229****kms Excellant condition inside and out. Black leather interior. Spoiler, tow bar, no rust, no paint fade. Been garaged all the time we have owned it. Cd/radio, paddle shift, auto, alarm, Wof till end of year, Reg till June 2019, tinted windows at the … View moreSelling our Holden Commodore. Red. V6. 229****kms Excellant condition inside and out. Black leather interior. Spoiler, tow bar, no rust, no paint fade. Been garaged all the time we have owned it. Cd/radio, paddle shift, auto, alarm, Wof till end of year, Reg till June 2019, tinted windows at the legal 35% next service not due till 235***kms. Child anchor point. Steering wheel controls. Brand new brake pads X4 less than a year ago. Still on standard Holden wheels. We cannot fault this car, and has been a pleasurable smooth ride. Viewing in Te Puna. Please call/txt for more info. 0210664418 $5,900. (Yes we are neg on price, so come and make an offer)

Negotiable

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