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Hey Neighbours,
This is the final stretch. Black Friday at Beds4U is almost over and the best deals of the entire year are disappearing fast. If you’ve been waiting for the right moment to upgrade your bed or mattress, this is it.
Once these offers are gone, they will not return.
Visit … View moreHey Neighbours,
This is the final stretch. Black Friday at Beds4U is almost over and the best deals of the entire year are disappearing fast. If you’ve been waiting for the right moment to upgrade your bed or mattress, this is it.
Once these offers are gone, they will not return.
Visit any of our 31 stores across New Zealand today, try the comfort in person, and secure your deal before the last units sell out.
Final Week Black Friday Highlights
• Up to 70% OFF NZ made beds
• Up to 50% OFF Tempur
• Sealy Posturepedic with our Lowest Price Guarantee
• Free Premium Pillows, Free Delivery and Free Size Upgrades on select beds
Stocks are moving quickly. Some sizes and models are already running low. Better sleep, bigger beds and premium comfort are all on the line. This is your last chance Neighbours.
Find your nearest store: beds4u.co.nz...
See all deals: beds4u.co.nz...
Hurry in. When these deals are gone, they are gone for good.
Hey everybody- don't forget the Youth Xmas Market this Saturday! Let's support our creative young people and buy handmade Xmas gifts directly from the makers. Keep it local!
There’s lots to explore on the ocean floor by transforming terracotta pots into sensational sea creatures using Resene paint. Gather the kids and your Resene testpots. Find out how to make and paint your own ocean friends with these easy step by step instructions.
Hi Neighbours — Get your Biggest Black Friday Deal at Beds4U!
If you’ve been thinking about upgrading your bed or mattress, this is the best week of the year to do it. With 31 Beds4U stores across New Zealand, you can easily test comfort, compare sizes, and find the perfect fit in person.
… View moreHi Neighbours — Get your Biggest Black Friday Deal at Beds4U!
If you’ve been thinking about upgrading your bed or mattress, this is the best week of the year to do it. With 31 Beds4U stores across New Zealand, you can easily test comfort, compare sizes, and find the perfect fit in person.
🛏️ Huge Black Friday Savings
Enjoy up to 70% OFF on NZ-made beds and leading brands like Tempur, Sealy, and Slumberzone - all available in-store.
🎉 Black Friday Deals You’ll Love
Here’s what you can get this week only:
FREE Premium Pillows with selected beds
FREE Delivery on eligible purchases
FREE Size Upgrade on selected Slumberzone beds
Lowest Price Guarantee on Sealy Posturepedic
Exclusive Black Friday Combo Deals on top mattresses and bases
Whether you’re looking for better support, a size upgrade, or simply a more comfortable night’s sleep, our team is here to help.
Paint it Orange - Arthritis - 1st - 29th November 2025
Paint it orange with Resene for Arthritis NZ!
Buy any orange Resene testpot 60 ml at your local Resene owned ColorShop in November and Resene will donate $1 to Arthritis NZ!
The more orange testpots you buy, the more will be donated.
Hey neighbours,
What if your bedroom is secretly the reason you’re not sleeping well?
Not the stress. Not the coffee. Not even the late-night scrolling — it could be your space itself.
The good news? Turning your room into a cosy sleep sanctuary is easier than you think.
A few simple … View moreHey neighbours,
What if your bedroom is secretly the reason you’re not sleeping well?
Not the stress. Not the coffee. Not even the late-night scrolling — it could be your space itself.
The good news? Turning your room into a cosy sleep sanctuary is easier than you think.
A few simple tweaks can make a massive difference:
1. Calm, soothing colours
2. Clutter-free corners
3. Comfy, quality bedding
4. Smart storage + multifunctional furniture
5. Eco-friendly materials for a fresher feel
6. A touch of tech (only the helpful kind!)
If you’d love a clearer mind and deeper sleep, neighbours, you’ll enjoy this quick read packed with easy ideas:
beds4u.co.nz...
Sleep well, neighbours — you deserve it.
Police are seeking the public’s help to identify the man pictured in these images.
We believe he may be able to assist us with our enquiries into an assault at a commercial premises in Okara Drive, Whangārei on 6 November.
If this is you, or you know who this man is, please update us … View morePolice are seeking the public’s help to identify the man pictured in these images.
We believe he may be able to assist us with our enquiries into an assault at a commercial premises in Okara Drive, Whangārei on 6 November.
If this is you, or you know who this man is, please update us online now or call 105.
Please use the reference number 251106/1424.
Information can also be provided anonymously via Crime Stoppers on 0800 555 111.
Tony and June feel like the luckiest people living in a Ryman village.
The couple have lived in their large, sunny serviced apartment for four years now and still can’t quite believe what a good score it was.
“It was the best thing we’ve done,” says June. “It’s north facing, so it… View moreTony and June feel like the luckiest people living in a Ryman village.
The couple have lived in their large, sunny serviced apartment for four years now and still can’t quite believe what a good score it was.
“It was the best thing we’ve done,” says June. “It’s north facing, so it gets lots of light, and it’s a good size, so I’ve got room for my card-making supplies.”
Click below to read their full story.
💸💸💸 Before you get caught, test your scam knowledge with Netsafe’s fun new Scam Spotting Quiz or try our online module for even more skill-building.
Your location can affect how much you pay to see a GP. So, someone on the West Coast might pay around $33, while a person in Wellington might pay closer to $70.
❔ We want to know: Where do you live, and how much do your GP visits cost?
These prices are influenced by underfunding, subsidy … View moreYour location can affect how much you pay to see a GP. So, someone on the West Coast might pay around $33, while a person in Wellington might pay closer to $70.
❔ We want to know: Where do you live, and how much do your GP visits cost?
These prices are influenced by underfunding, subsidy caps, and the pressure they put on wages. Read more about how the GP lottery impacts you in Harriet Laughton's piece in The Post.
Did you know there’s a global shortage of sweet pea seeds?
In Aotearoa New Zealand, dedicated gardeners are working to revive authentic sweet pea varieties and keep their beauty blooming for generations to come 🌸🪻🌻
Read more about their efforts here.
We hope this brings a smile!
Hey neighbours! Skip the crowds and shop from the comfort of your couch this Black Friday. Mags4Gifts.co.nz has up to 40% off magazine subscriptions for a limited time. From gardening and homes to lifestyle and entertainment, they make the perfect gift (or a little treat for yourself) that lasts … View moreHey neighbours! Skip the crowds and shop from the comfort of your couch this Black Friday. Mags4Gifts.co.nz has up to 40% off magazine subscriptions for a limited time. From gardening and homes to lifestyle and entertainment, they make the perfect gift (or a little treat for yourself) that lasts all year long.
Scams can happen to anyone, especially during Black Friday and Cyber Monday when online shopping increases. Scammers use trust, hope and fear to get money or personal information:
TRUST: Pretending to be a courier, retailer, or bank.
HOPE: Offering fake “too good to miss” deals or miracle … View moreScams can happen to anyone, especially during Black Friday and Cyber Monday when online shopping increases. Scammers use trust, hope and fear to get money or personal information:
TRUST: Pretending to be a courier, retailer, or bank.
HOPE: Offering fake “too good to miss” deals or miracle products.
FEAR: ‘Limited time deals’ messaging, fake ‘missed delivery’ updates
✋ Remember the SCAMS red flags:
Surprise contact
Control or pressure
Access to your device
Money request
Stop and seek support
If you think you’ve been scammed, stop contact, call your bank, and change your passwords.
I understand the mail delivery was reduced to three days a week because of the drop in usage. How is it that we now have two services competing for what little mail there is? NZ Post and DHL.
In central Palmerston North, landlords are being offered incentives to give their properties a tidy-up. Key to this: dedicated funding.
We want to know: Should city-wide refresh projects be rolled out across all Kiwi urban areas? Or would this be a waste of funds that could be allocated … View moreIn central Palmerston North, landlords are being offered incentives to give their properties a tidy-up. Key to this: dedicated funding.
We want to know: Should city-wide refresh projects be rolled out across all Kiwi urban areas? Or would this be a waste of funds that could be allocated elsewhere?
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