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Our new event Ahi Kā Fri 29 June 6-10pm.
Nau mai, haere mai – your whole whānau are warmly invited to celebrate Matariki, the Māori New Year.
Come down to Odlins Plaza and the Whairepo Lagoon on Wellington's waterfront to experience our new event, Ahi Kā. Celebrate and learn about the Māori New Year with ahi (fire), kai (food), friends and whānau. See some of the nation's finest Māori performers and storytellers, and experience a beautiful light parade featuring creative talent from local schools.
Hangi, toasted marshmallows, fire on the water, performances and a midwinter bonfire – there's something for everyone at this family-friendly event.
For more info on the free public events for Matariki ki Pōneke 2018, check out our website
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Poll: Do you mind when neighbours leave freebies on the street?
Some spare wood, used furniture or children's toys - do you mind when your neighbours leave goods on the street for others to make use of?
Share your thoughts in the comments and poll below.
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86% It's fine!
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11.3% It annoys me!
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2.7% Other - I'll share below
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Happy Tuesday, neighbours, can you figure out what I am?
I can be long, or I can be short.
I can be grown, and I can be bought.
I can be painted, or left bare.
I can be round, or square.
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.
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Poll: Do you believe in ghosts?
Just for a little bit of fun, we'd love to know whether Kiwis believe in ghosts. What goes on in our communities that we don't know about!
Perhaps you've seen a ghost or lived in a haunted home in New Zealand. We'd love to know, so vote in our poll and share your experiences in the comments below.
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55% Yes
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42.8% No
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2.2% Other - I'll share below