2822 days ago

Poll: Would you keep a farm animal as a pet?

Jo Haywood Reporter from Homed

Are you a pet lover looking for an alternative to domestic cats and dogs?

Farm-style animals like chickens, goats, and even pigs, are gaining in the pet popularity stakes, but have specific needs and regulations you need to be aware of. Here's what you need to know about keeping them in residential areas.

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Would you keep a farm animal as a pet?
  • 21.1% I already do - it's easy if you do your research and have the right space
    21.1% Complete
  • 15.4% I'd like to, but there's too much red tape
    15.4% Complete
  • 40.5% It depends on the animal
    40.5% Complete
  • 0.9% I tried, but it didn't work out
    0.9% Complete
  • 22.1% I don't think farm animals make good pets
    22.1% Complete
1086 votes
More messages from your neighbours
18 minutes ago

Kickstart the Year with Huge Savings on Beds You Love!

Marketing Manager from Beds4U - Whangarei

Hey neighbours,

Beds4U New Year Half Price Bed Sale is now on, with up to 50% OFF selected beds across trusted brands Kiwis love!

And here’s the cherry on top - selected beds also get an extra 10% OFF on top of the discounted price. More savings, more comfort, more reasons to upgrade your sleep!

Grab deals on:
• TEMPUR
• Sealy
• Slumberzone
• And more

Stock is limited across popular models and sizes, and once they sell out, these prices won’t be back.

Selected range only. While stocks last.

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22 days ago

Scam Alert: Fake information regarding December Bonuses from MSD

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

The Ministry of Social Development is reporting that fake information is circulating about new ‘December bonuses’ or ‘benefit increases’

If you get suspicious communication, please contact Netsafe.

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10 days ago

Poll: Do you set New Year’s resolutions?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

🎉 2026 is almost here!

We’re curious ... how do you welcome it?
Do you set resolutions, follow special traditions, or just go with the flow?

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Do you set New Year’s resolutions?
  • 10% Yes! New Year, New Me
    10% Complete
  • 16.9% Yes - but I rarely stick to them
    16.9% Complete
  • 73.2% Nah - not for me
    73.2% Complete
1286 votes