1148 days ago

Manurewa netball president awarded for ‘selfless’ contributions

Ripu Bhatia Reporter from Manukau Courier

The president of a south Auckland netball club, who spends 20 hours a week coaching while pregnant, has been awarded for her contributions.

Motor Chicks Netball Club president Sandina Cameron said she was “shocked” to be honoured as an ANZ local legend.

“I cried because I’m usually the one who does the nominating. For somebody to actually notice me, I wasn’t expecting it,” she said.

Cameron spends 20 hours a week coaching netball, on top of studying and working full time.

She is also pregnant and due in September, but said she has no signs of slowing down.

Her colleague describes her as having a “heart for the people, the community and the game”.

Cameron will receive the lease of an indoor training venue and clubroom valued around $12,000 for her club for the next three seasons.

“It’ll take so much pressure off and means that we don’t have to fundraise,” Sandina said.

“It’ll keep the fees down for the parents too. Being in a low socio-economic area the parents and community will appreciate that.”

ANZ Local Legends recognises the thousands of unpaid volunteers who support New Zealand’s netball players.

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9 minutes ago

Vintage Week🤓

The Shop Manager from Red Cross Shop Onehunga

Kia Ora Neighbours,

We are taking you down memory lane by celebrating Vintage Week.
Here’s your invitation to come and take a peek at some of our collectible items.
Let those beautiful memories guide you🧳

We are open 7 days a week

Monday to Saturday 9:00am to 5:00pm
Sunday 10:00am to 5:00pm

17 hours ago

Crack This Riddle and Brag All Day!

Riddler from The Neighbourly Riddler

I’m full of holes but strong as steel. What am I?

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4 days ago

Poll: Is it rude to talk on the phone on a bus?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Buses can be a relaxing way to get home if you have a seat and enough space. However, it can be off-putting when someone is taking a phone call next to you.

Do you think it's inconsiderate for people to have lengthy phone calls on a bus? Vote in the poll, and add your comments below.

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Is it rude to talk on the phone on a bus?
  • 64.1% Yes
    64.1% Complete
  • 33.3% No
    33.3% Complete
  • 2.6% Other - I'll share below
    2.6% Complete
2983 votes