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2047 days ago

Enchanting winter concert at historic Alberton

Rendell McIntosh from Alberton

'Reverie in the Garden: A Musical Soirée'! Join us at Alberton for this enchanting, imitate concert in the historic ballroom. Surrounded by the abundant floral still lives by artist Emma Bass as part of the exhibition 'The Impossible Garden', performers Natarani & Sasha Witten-Hannah of HEARTSTRINGS present a musical journey into diverse lands and times. Let the velvety resonance of the cello and the warmth of the classical guitar, transport you to faraway places and Mediterranean climes!

Tickets include drinks & canapes and entry to explore the house.

Sunday 23 August & Sunday 30 August, 4:30pm. Tickets: adult $34, senior/student/member $30. EARLYBIRD SPECIAL all tickets $29 (until 20 July) Bookings essential. Contact Alberton at alberton@heritage.org.nz or (09) 8467367

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4 days ago

Poll: Should the government levy industries that contribute to financial hardship?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

As reported in the Post, there’s a $30 million funding gap in financial mentoring. This has led to services closing and mentors stepping in unpaid just to keep helping people in need 🪙💰🪙

One proposed solution? Small levies on industries that profit from financial hardship — like banks, casinos, and similar companies.

So we want to hear what you think:
Should the government ask these industries to contribute?

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Should the government levy industries that contribute to financial hardship?
  • 58.9% Yes, supporting people is important!
    58.9% Complete
  • 26.4% No, individuals should take responsibility
    26.4% Complete
  • 14.7% ... It is complicated
    14.7% Complete
871 votes
5 days ago

A Neighbourly Riddle! Don’t Overthink It… Or Do?😜

The Riddler from The Neighbourly Riddler

Do you think you know the answer? Simply 'Like' this post if you know the answer and the big reveal will be posted in the comments at 2pm on the day!

If you multiply this number by any other number, the answer will always be the same. What number is this?

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11 days ago

Have you got New Zealand's best shed? Show us and win!

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Once again, Resene and NZ Gardener are on the hunt for New Zealand’s best shed! Send in the photos and the stories behind your man caves, she sheds, clever upcycled spaces, potty potting sheds and colourful chicken coops. The Resene Shed of the Year 2026 winner receives $1000 Resene ColorShop voucher, a $908 large Vegepod Starter Pack and a one-year subscription to NZ Gardener. To enter, tell us in writing (no more than 500 words) why your garden shed is New Zealand’s best, and send up to five high-quality photos by email to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz. Entries close February 23, 2026.

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