1511 days ago

Why 2021 will be the year of the long weekend

The Team Reporter from Stuff

Hey neighbours,

Good news – 2021 is set to be the year of the long weekend.

Five out of 10 public holidays will be Mondayised (or Tuesdayised in one case) next year, which means if you work a standard Monday to Friday week, you can look forward to some extended breaks.

In fact, once you’ve tacked on the weekends, you’ll end up getting a whopping 25 days off out of those 10 stat days, plus your region’s anniversary day.

To find out how to get the most out of your annual leave next year, click here.

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3 hours ago

Got a Minute? Prove You’re the Smartest Neighbour!

Riddler from The Neighbourly Riddler

What is it that when given one, you’ll have either two or none?

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16 hours ago

Poll: Do you think NZ should ban social media for youth?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

The Australian Prime Minister has expressed plans to ban social media use for children.

This would make it illegal for under 16-year-olds to have accounts on platforms including TikTok, Instagram, Facebook and X.
Social media platforms would be tasked with ensuring children have no access (under-age children and their parents wouldn’t be penalised for breaching the age limit)
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Do you think NZ should follow suit? Vote in our poll and share your thoughts below.

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Do you think NZ should ban social media for youth?
  • 84.4% Yes
    84.4% Complete
  • 14% No
    14% Complete
  • 1.7% Other - I'll share below
    1.7% Complete
537 votes
11 hours ago

Twilight Lawn Bowls at Homai Bowling Club

Rachel from Papatoetoe

Every Wednesday on the 13th, 20th and 27th November. From 5pm for a 6pm start. Play for one hour. Designed for beginners and bowlers alike. Any combination triples. All teams will have at least one non bowler. All new bowlers will be placed in a team with a club bowler so you will get all the help and coaching you will need. Bowls are provided for those who need them. Please wear flat soled shoes to protect the greens. The bar is open for refreshments and a social atmosphere is encouraged. $30 per team. $10 for a single entry. EFTPOS is available. Prizes are given at the end of the evening. We are situated at 103 Jellicoe Rd, Homai where there is plenty of off street parking. Please call Tia on 020 4137 4080 for any further information. Get your mates together and we will see you there!!!

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