577 days ago

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3 days ago

Poll: Should all neighbours have to contribute to improvements?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

An Auckland court has ruled a woman doesnā€™t have to contribute towards the cost of fixing a driveway she shares with 10 neighbours.

When thinking about fences, driveways or tree felling, for example, do you think all neighbours should have to pay if the improvements directly benefit them?

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Should all neighbours have to contribute to improvements?
  • 82.5% Yes
    82.5% Complete
  • 14.7% No
    14.7% Complete
  • 2.8% Other - I'll share below
    2.8% Complete
1446 votes
4 hours ago

The Influence of the Whānau - Day 9

Kiran Reddy from Mount Eden

In a small Māori pā (village) nestled beside a flowing river, a young boy named Rangi lived with his whānau. Rangi was curious and adventurous, always exploring the ngahere (forest) and listening to the stories of his kaumātua (elders). The kaumātua would often remind him, ā€œHe waka eke noaā€ā€”we are all in this together, and our actions affect the collective.

Rangi's best friend, Manu, was a clever boy but sometimes made poor choices. Manu had recently begun spending time with a group of older boys from another pā who were known for their reckless behavior. They would waste kai (food), leave rubbish in the ngahere, and even disturb the sacred awa (river) by throwing stones at eels.

One day, Manu invited Rangi to join the group, saying, ā€œCome on, Rangi! Theyā€™re fun, and they wonā€™t hurt anyone. Weā€™re just having a good time!ā€ Unsure, Rangi agreed, feeling pressure to fit in.

The groupā€™s leader, Matiu, proposed a game: they would sneak into the kaumātua's kumara patch at night and take some for a "feast." Rangi hesitated. He remembered the kaumātua saying how much work went into growing the kumara, with karakia (prayers) and care for the soil. But he stayed silent, feeling outnumbered.

That night, the group raided the garden. As they laughed and ate the stolen kumara by the fire, Rangi felt uneasy. He realized that this was not who he wanted to be. When he saw Manuā€™s joy in impressing Matiu, Rangi felt torn but remained quiet.

The next morning, the kaumātua discovered the missing kumara and the trampled garden. They called the entire pā together, expressing sadness, not anger. ā€œOur ancestors teach us that the whenua (land) provides for all of us, but only if we treat it with respect,ā€ said one elder. ā€œWhen we harm the whenua, we harm ourselves.ā€

Rangiā€™s heart sank. That evening, he confessed to the kaumātua and his whānau, explaining everything. To his surprise, they did not scold him harshly. Instead, they said, ā€œHe tangata tÄ«toki, he tangata rākauā€”a person is like a tree; they grow straight when supported by others. You must choose companions who uphold the values of your whānau and whenua.ā€

Rangi decided to distance himself from Manuā€™s new group and instead spent time with those who respected the land and upheld the teachings of their ancestors. Over time, he encouraged Manu to rejoin him, and together they worked to rebuild the kumara patch, learning from the kaumātua.

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Moral

This story highlights the importance of right company and like-mindedness. It shows that no one is inherently bad, but the influence of others and the situations we choose can lead us astray. Surrounding ourselves with those who uphold values like respect, care, and collective well-being ensures a life of balance and harmony.

Ka mua, ka muri ā€” by learning from the past, we can walk into the future.

7 days ago

Poll: When should the tree go up? šŸŽ„

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

From what we've heard, some Christmas trees are already being assembled and decorated.

What are your thoughts on the best time to get your Christmas tree up?

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When should the tree go up? šŸŽ„
  • 4.8% Second half of November
    4.8% Complete
  • 43.7% 1st December
    43.7% Complete
  • 17.6% A week before Christmas
    17.6% Complete
  • 32.8% Whenever you wish
    32.8% Complete
  • 1.1% Other - I'll share below
    1.1% Complete
2651 votes