1298 days ago

FREE Compost Collective Workshop

Annaliese Lines from Howick Historical Village

Enrich your garden and reduce your household waste!
This FREE workshop run by the Compost Collective, introduces the three basic composting systems that can be used in the home and garden: traditional composting bins, worm farms, and bokashi buckets.

Outdoors in the park under the shady oak tree in front of the Village, get the full run down and all the tips from facilitator Hari.

Discover what suits you best and receive $40.00 off toward the purchase of a composting system of your choice, thanks to the support of the Auckland Council!

Just turn up on the day or register in advance at: compostcollective.org.nz... All welcome!

Participants receive 50% off the Village admission voucher on the day. It’s a LIVE DAY. Meet costumed villagers as they demonstrate tasks such as butter making or baking on the range. As part of Bee Aware Month learn about the vital role of bees and other pollinators with an eco-trail and talk with the Village Beekeeper Corban.

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More messages from your neighbours
3 days ago

🪱🐦 When are you the most productive? 🌙🦉

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

The Post has been diving into our daily habits, and research suggests being an early bird or a night owl isn’t just a choice—it’s biology! We all have that specific time when our brains finally "click" into gear.

This raises a big question for the modern workplace. To get the best out of everyone, should employers accommodate our natural body clocks? This idea is at the heart of the four-day work week and flexible scheduling movements.

We want to hear from you:
1. When does your brain "click" into gear?
2. Would a flexible (or shortened) schedule change the way you work?

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14 days ago

Poll: Is Auckland’s economy improving?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

The latest reporting from The Post suggests a wave of optimism for 2026. With interest rates finally heading south, businesses are feeling more positive. But for many on the ground, the real-world recovery feels a bit like a slow-moving commute on Auckland's motorways.

We want to know: Are you seeing signs of Auckland's economy improving in your industry or neighbourhood? Whether it's busier shops, new projects kicking off, or just a shift in the mood ...

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Is Auckland’s economy improving?
  • 17.8% Yes
    17.8% Complete
  • 66.4% No
    66.4% Complete
  • 15.8% A little
    15.8% Complete
241 votes
1 day ago

🌉🛶 Early Birds Might Crack This One First… or Not? 🥚🧠

The Riddler from The Neighbourly Riddler

A person is crossing a bridge and sees a boat full of people, yet there isn't a single person on board.
How is this possible?

(Susan from Massey kindly provided this head-scratcher ... thanks, Susan!)

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!

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