Buller District, Westport

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2270 days ago

Last call for our subscription offer - special for Neighbourly members

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

This offer ends today! For 75 years, NZ Gardener has been sharing great gardening advice and amazing New Zealand gardens, DIY projects, seasonal recipes and preserves and more. For the month of September we’d like to offer our Neighbourly audience a special offer for a one-year subscription at … View moreThis offer ends today! For 75 years, NZ Gardener has been sharing great gardening advice and amazing New Zealand gardens, DIY projects, seasonal recipes and preserves and more. For the month of September we’d like to offer our Neighbourly audience a special offer for a one-year subscription at $75. Use the promo code NZGN75.

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2270 days ago

Poll: Should 16-year-olds be allowed to vote?

Neighbourly.co.nz

The Greens have announced support for voting at 16.

Green party co-leader James Shaw said he saw "switched on" young people demanding to be heard by politicians. They were desperately unhappy about the decisions political leaders were making about their futures.

What do you think?

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Should 16-year-olds be allowed to vote?
  • 17.6% Absolutely - young people are our future!
    17.6% Complete
  • 70% No - they lack experience to make good judgements
    70% Complete
  • 12.5% It depends on the 16-year-old
    12.5% Complete
1815 votes
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2270 days ago

Bath Bombs and more! Great gifts!

Donna from Wakefield

I handmake Bath Bombs, Shower Steamers, Bath Crystals, Bath Rocks, Lavender Scent Bags, Special occasion Bath Bombs and also Toilet Fizzies which is a natural chemical free cleaner. I also do Pamper Packs and gender reveal bath bombs which are made to order. I live in Kohatu and can deliver for … View moreI handmake Bath Bombs, Shower Steamers, Bath Crystals, Bath Rocks, Lavender Scent Bags, Special occasion Bath Bombs and also Toilet Fizzies which is a natural chemical free cleaner. I also do Pamper Packs and gender reveal bath bombs which are made to order. I live in Kohatu and can deliver for free at my convenience when I come in to Stoke. So can deliver to Kohatu, Wakefield, Brightwater, Hope, Richmond and Stoke. Or if you are outside of these areas I can also post at your cost. Both of my box sizes I post are $11 which includes tracked post, the box and also the post bag. Rural delivery is extra $3.90 I have a facebook page that has the Shop in the menu where you can browse and purchase my products. www.facebook.com... I am Bath Bomb It NZ :-)

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2272 days ago

Daylight saving starts this Sunday! ⏰

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

Now is a great time to check fire alarm batteries and make sure emergency supplies are well stocked and up to date.

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2273 days ago

Ready the spring forward this weekend!

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

It's that time again! Daylight saving is this weekend. So don't forget - clocks spring forward one hour this Sunday morning. #theregoesthesleepin

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2273 days ago

Tragic news in Hokitika - 9-year-old girl swept away in West Coast river

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

A rescue is under way after an 9-year-old girl was swept away in a West Coast river.

The girl and a man, who is in his 80s, got into difficulty and fell in the water near the Hokitika river mouth on Thursday morning. The man was pulled from the water, but the girl has not yet been found.

Our … View more
A rescue is under way after an 9-year-old girl was swept away in a West Coast river.

The girl and a man, who is in his 80s, got into difficulty and fell in the water near the Hokitika river mouth on Thursday morning. The man was pulled from the water, but the girl has not yet been found.

Our thoughts are with the girl's family and friends.

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2274 days ago

Asbestos found at Hokitika's Sunset Point after council encouraged dumping

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

Material used to help save Hokitika's Sunset Point from erosion is not cleanfill, a report has found.

Contractors have been dumping material on Hokitika Spit for the last two years as part of a project to restore the popular tourist spot and save it from being washed away by the sea.

West … View more
Material used to help save Hokitika's Sunset Point from erosion is not cleanfill, a report has found.

Contractors have been dumping material on Hokitika Spit for the last two years as part of a project to restore the popular tourist spot and save it from being washed away by the sea.

West Coast Regional Council launched an investigation in August after polystyrene and plastic were found at the site.

2274 days ago

House Tours are back for 2020!

NZ House & Garden Tours

NZ House & Garden House Tours are hitting the regions for 2020!

Book your next summer weekend away now for a chance to step inside the pages of one of New Zealand’s favourite magazines!

Join us for a day of indulgence visiting exquisite homes and gardens, all in support of Breast … View more
NZ House & Garden House Tours are hitting the regions for 2020!

Book your next summer weekend away now for a chance to step inside the pages of one of New Zealand’s favourite magazines!

Join us for a day of indulgence visiting exquisite homes and gardens, all in support of Breast Cancer Foundation NZ. For the last eleven years, the magazine has handpicked five fabulous locations around the country and this time we are delighted to be heading to the Bay of Islands, Taupō, New Plymouth, Blenheim and Dunedin.

For more information and to secure your tickets for an inspiring day out exploring New Zealand's region, please visit our website.
Book now

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2274 days ago

West Coast council's bullying and misspending complaints concern minister

Nicole Mathewson Reporter from The Press

Allegations of uncontrolled expenditure, misleading statements and information being withheld left Westland District Council on the brink of government intervention.

Local Government Minister Nanaia Mahuta has told the council she does not have confidence in its ability to follow policies and … View more
Allegations of uncontrolled expenditure, misleading statements and information being withheld left Westland District Council on the brink of government intervention.

Local Government Minister Nanaia Mahuta has told the council she does not have confidence in its ability to follow policies and processes and intends to appoint a Crown observer.

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2276 days ago

Do you know a Kind Neighbour?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

We're looking for all the kindness heroes in your neighbourhood and we want to hear all about them. Nominate someone today, to be our weekly AMI Kind Neighbour and your special neighbour could feature in the community newspapers around New Zealand as an inspiration to us all. Plus, if your … View moreWe're looking for all the kindness heroes in your neighbourhood and we want to hear all about them. Nominate someone today, to be our weekly AMI Kind Neighbour and your special neighbour could feature in the community newspapers around New Zealand as an inspiration to us all. Plus, if your nomination is chosen and features in the community newspapers then you'll both receive a $50 Prezzy® card from us!

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2276 days ago

NZ House & Garden House Tour - Tickets on sale now!

NZ House & Garden Tours

Join us for a day of indulgence by stepping inside the pages of one of New Zealand's favourite magazines.

We've hand picked five fabulous locations to showcase a variety of homes, reflecting local design flare and style. The tours are self-driven, and give attendees the opportunity to … View more
Join us for a day of indulgence by stepping inside the pages of one of New Zealand's favourite magazines.

We've hand picked five fabulous locations to showcase a variety of homes, reflecting local design flare and style. The tours are self-driven, and give attendees the opportunity to take in the best scenery the region has to offer, try some quirky cafes or eateries along the way, and also visit our Hub; a one stop shop for all your house tour information and where they can meet the editorial team behind their much-loved magazine.

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2276 days ago

Mental Health Awareness Week starts today! 💜🌿

The Team from Neighbourhood Support New Zealand

Together let's explore our way to well-being because when it's strong, our whānau, communities and Aotearoa can flourish too.

#NSNZmentalhealth #MHAWNZ

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2276 days ago

Poll: How has your Rugby World Cup streaming experience been?

Paul Reporter from Stuff

Hi neighbours, have you been enjoying the Rugby World Cup - or has your Spark Sport stream let you down?

The rest of Rugby World Cup tournament should stream "perfectly", Spark says, after thousands of rugby fans were let down by streaming of the All Blacks' first match.

To … View more
Hi neighbours, have you been enjoying the Rugby World Cup - or has your Spark Sport stream let you down?

The rest of Rugby World Cup tournament should stream "perfectly", Spark says, after thousands of rugby fans were let down by streaming of the All Blacks' first match.

To read more, click here.

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How has your Rugby World Cup streaming experience been?
  • 35.1% Perfect - I had no issues
    35.1% Complete
  • 31% Not the best
    31% Complete
  • 33.9% Absolutely horrible
    33.9% Complete
507 votes
2276 days ago

Poll: Are you supporting the climate change strike this week?

Neighbourly.co.nz

Young people are leading the charge for this Friday's climate strike.

The idea is for as many people as possible to take the day off work to protest for climate action in solidarity with the school strikers. Are you in support of this?

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Are you supporting the climate change strike this week?
  • 27.3% Absolutely
    27.3% Complete
  • 20.4% No - not interested in climate change
    20.4% Complete
  • 23.8% Not sure how the strike will make a difference
    23.8% Complete
  • 28.4% Other - more practical things could be done to raise awareness
    28.4% Complete
907 votes
2277 days ago

Heavy rain watch

Neighbourly.co.nz

MetService has issued a heavy rain watch for the following:

Area: The ranges of Buller and Westland from Otira northwards.
Valid: 8 hours from 11:00am to 7:00pm Monday.
Forecast: A period of heavy rain. Rainfall accumulations may approach Warning criteria.

Area: The ranges of Westland south… View more
MetService has issued a heavy rain watch for the following:

Area: The ranges of Buller and Westland from Otira northwards.
Valid: 8 hours from 11:00am to 7:00pm Monday.
Forecast: A period of heavy rain. Rainfall accumulations may approach Warning criteria.

Area: The ranges of Westland south of Otira.
Valid: 8 hours from 6:00am to 2:00pm Monday.
Forecast: A period of heavy rain. Rainfall accumulations may approach Warning criteria.

An update for severe weather will be issued by 10:00am Monday 23 Sep 2019.

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