Posts by Neighbourhood Support New Zealand
2008 days ago

Planning on hitting the water this weekend? ⛵💦

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

Kia ora water-lovers!

Here are some tips to make sure you and your loved ones are well prepared and stay safe:

1. Check the marine weather forecast before you go out, it could save your life! 58% of boaties already check it. We want the other 42% to make it a habit. MetService New Zealand's Marine App makes it easy.

2. Tests your life jackets. Pull hard on the straps and see if any of them stretch or rip. Check all over for any existing tears in the straps and any cuts or punctures in the life jacket. If yes, do not use the life jacket, dispose of it, and replace it. Always check if it floats before putting them on. Keep in mind kapok life jackets should not be used as they can absorb water and sink, their cotton straps also easily rip! Burn them or bin them, but whatever you do - don't use or resell them.

3. For this year's Safer Boating Week, boaties are being reminded to “Prep, Check, Know” - prepare your boat, check your gear and know the rules before going on the water.

Let's put in the time and effort to make sure there are NO water related accidents or deaths this Labour Day long-weekend! Don't forget to look out for each other and report any concerns you have to local authorities.

#SaferBoatingWeek
#NSNZemergencypreparedness

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More messages from your neighbours
2 days ago

Poll: Could we live without public bins?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Many public rubbish bins are being removed by councils due to the large costs of regularly emptying them. Do you think we can adapt and live without them?

Type 'Not For Print' if you wish your comments to be excluded from the We Say You Say column of your local paper.

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Could we live without public bins?
  • 12.2% Yes
    12.2% Complete
  • 87.2% No
    87.2% Complete
  • 0.6% Other - I'll share below
    0.6% Complete
1808 votes
3 hours ago

Driving lessons

Gunner Symonds from GPS

I have been driving heavy vehicles for over 24 years and I'm soon going for my truck and trailer licence. I have a certificate from Holden NZ for driving a V8 supercar with the police.

I've had 15 students I've helped from understanding the road code to helping them get their full license. My rates are good so let me help you.

3 hours ago

Items going missing?

Gunner Symonds from GPS

Let me install cameras in and around your house. I've had parcels stolen and now I've got cameras with 24/7 live feed. Contact Gunner on 0279658111.