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Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

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4 hours ago

Riddle me this: Neighbourly edition!

Riddler from The Neighbourly Riddler

What type of cheese is made backwards?

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6 days ago

Poll: What special qualities should a 5-star New Zealand airport hotel at our largest international airport have?

Pullman Novotel

Te Arikinui Pullman Auckland Airport is New Zealand’s only 5-star airport hotel, given its incredibly close proximity to the airport, the convenience of walking to the airport is a major highlight but there are plenty of other features that make it special. Find out more

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What special qualities should a 5-star New Zealand airport hotel at our largest international airport have?
  • 3.2% Unmatched runway views with a private lounge
    3.2% Complete
  • 45.5% Exceptional service from arrival to departure
    45.5% Complete
  • 4.5% Gourmet dining featuring New Zealand's finest, celebrating Te Ao Māori kai
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  • 39.7% A soundproof oasis with all desired amenities
    39.7% Complete
  • 7.1% Māori culture reflected throughout, creating an architectural marvel
    7.1% Complete
156 votes
1 day ago

Daily riddle: The plot thickens in our neighbourhood!

Riddler from The Neighbourly Riddler

In the myth of Medusa, I was her hair, a creature of legend, with a deadly stare. What am I?

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