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3242 days ago

How to cut down your power bill!

Electric Kiwi

As we head in to winter, check out these 5 top tips for cutting down your power bill:

1. If you’re not using it, switch it off: If you’re not using an appliance, such as a heated towel, dryer, or TV, switch it off at the wall so it doesn’t use power on standby.

2. Change your cooking habits: Eat fresh veges instead of cooking. Using the oven for an hour a night can add $20 to your monthly power bill.

3. Use curtains to trap heat in: Let the sun heat your home during the day then close your curtains to stop the warmth escaping in the evening.

4. If you’re away, turn the hot water cylinder off: You can save up to $36 on your power bill if you switch your hot water cylinder off while away on weekends.

5. Make the most out of your FREE Hour of Power: Utilise power deals like Electric Kiwi’s free Hour of Power, which gives you one off peak hour of free power a day. Use this hour to heat your home, turn on the dishwasher, or run the washing machine and dryer.

Find out more about Electric Kiwi’s free Hour of Power Find out more

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1 hour ago

Urgent plea to support local charity

Dejan from Orakei

Urgent plea for any who are able and willing to support a Glen Innes Charity through a fun event this friday.

The details are:

Live filming of "Happiness" Season 2
Date: Friday 27th March
Location: Glen Eden Playhouse Theathre
Address: Glen Eden Playhouse, 15 Glendale Road, Glen Eden, AUCKLAND
Time: 3.30pm - 8.30pm

Need to confirm attendees by tomorrow, wednesday. Please respond asap or ask friends and family that may like the experience.

"You’ll be seated in the theatre as part of the audience, reacting to the action happening on stage during filming. Because this is a production shoot, there will be breaks between takes. You’re welcome to bring something quiet to do during downtime, such as a book or knitting. Snacks and drinks will be available."

Please message me so we can add you under our MindBodySoul.Me registered charitable trust attendees.

Thank you for taking the time to consider this event 🙏

7 days ago

Poll: Does a savoury scone require cheese on top, or folded inside?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Help settle the great kiwi debate ... cheese on top, or folded inside?

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Does a savoury scone require cheese on top, or folded inside?
  • 76.6% Inside!
    76.6% Complete
  • 23.4% On top!
    23.4% Complete
1170 votes
5 days ago

Poll: Are you still heading to your local for your caffeine fix, or has the $$ changed your habits? ☕

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Auckland has a thriving cafe culture, but with costs climbing, that culture is under pressure. We’ve seen the headlines about recent closures across the country, and it’s a tough pill to swallow along with a $6+ coffee.

We all want our favourite spots to stay open, but we also have to balance our own budgets ⚖️

We want to know: How are you handling the "coffee math" in 2026? Are you still heading to your local for a chat and a caffeine fix, or has the cost of living changed your habits?

Keen to read more about "coffee math"? The Post has you covered.

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Are you still heading to your local for your caffeine fix, or has the $$ changed your habits? ☕
  • 41.8% I avoid spending money on coffee
    41.8% Complete
  • 41.8% I still indulge at my local cafe
    41.8% Complete
  • 16.5% Irrelevant - coffee is not for me
    16.5% Complete
316 votes