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2667 days ago

Beachside residents seek explanation for faecal contamination

Reporter Eastern Courier

A stinky situation continues to irritate local residents of an East Auckland beach suburb.
Mellons Bay has bore the brunt of recent wet weather, with heavy rainfall causing wastewater and stormwater pipes to overflow on to the beach. Local residents have reported seven overflow incidences and are urging Watercare to take appropriate action.

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1 hour ago

Five winners this week...

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Congratulations to these winners of our $100 Warehouse vouchers:

Damon Facoory from Whanganui

Rachelle Reihana from Frankton

Sonia Columb from Aranui

Elise Volwieler from Motueka

Vera Zheng from Te Atatu

Winners, claim your $100 Warehouse voucher before 13 August. Get in touch here

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1 hour ago

Happy Tuesday neighbours, here's a riddle to get your mind going.

Riddler from The Neighbourly Riddler

I am beautiful, up in the sky.
I am magical, yet I cannot fly.
To some I bring luck, and to some, I bring riches.
The boy at my end does whatever he wishes.
What am I?

Do you think you know the answer to our daily riddle? Don't spoil it for your neighbours! Simply 'Like' this post and we'll post the answer in the comments below at 2pm.

Want to stop seeing riddles in your newsfeed? No worries! Simply head here and click once on the Following button.

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10 days ago

Poll: Should you ask before planting tall shrubs/trees near your property line?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

It may be fine now but in a few years trees can block out light or views for neighbours.

Do you think neighbours should ask before they go ahead and plant these?

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Should you ask before planting tall shrubs/trees near your property line?
  • 69% Yes, always ask
    69% Complete
  • 29.9% No
    29.9% Complete
  • 1.1% Other - I'll share below!
    1.1% Complete
2598 votes