1815 days ago

Check your fire alarms!

Victoria from Torbay - Long Bay

A scary moment which made my stomach turn!

My daughter left her mirror close to the window which reflected the sunlight on to her bookshelf. The condensed rays burnt a hole through one of her favourite books, but amazingly it didn't appear to combust into a flame. I would never have thought a misplaced mirror could have the potential to burn our house down.

Served as a timely reminder to test the smoke alarms and check the insurance is up to date!!

I love our boys and girls at the East Coast Bays Volunteer Fire Brigade but am glad they didn't need to visit us today.

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19 hours ago

Poll: Should the government levy industries that contribute to financial hardship?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

As reported in the Post, there’s a $30 million funding gap in financial mentoring. This has led to services closing and mentors stepping in unpaid just to keep helping people in need 🪙💰🪙

One proposed solution? Small levies on industries that profit from financial hardship — like banks, casinos, and similar companies.

So we want to hear what you think:
Should the government ask these industries to contribute?

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Should the government levy industries that contribute to financial hardship?
  • 60.1% Yes, supporting people is important!
    60.1% Complete
  • 23.4% No, individuals should take responsibility
    23.4% Complete
  • 16.5% ... It is complicated
    16.5% Complete
278 votes
1 day ago

A Neighbourly Riddle! Don’t Overthink It… Or Do?😜

The Riddler from The Neighbourly Riddler

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!

If you multiply this number by any other number, the answer will always be the same. What number is this?

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1 day ago

Building site Beach Road

Ron from Browns Bay

Does Anyone know what is going to happen with this site. It is opposite the Caltex Service Station. Just curious