2446 days ago

Would you like to be buried in a Lego box or a yacht? How about a fire engine?

Josephine Franks Reporter from North Shore Times

Kia ora neighbours, did you know the North Shore is the place to go if you're looking for a custom-made coffin?

Working out of his Wairau Valley workshop, Ross Hall has made caskets themed around everything from Star Trek to pirate ships.

He says what he loves about the job is giving families a little bit of joy in a tough time.

Would you consider getting a personalised casket?

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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?
  • 17.9% Yes
    17.9% Complete
  • 65.3% No
    65.3% Complete
  • 16.7% A little
    16.7% Complete
251 votes
4 hours ago

Another happy home after new carpet installed

Clark from ABD Construction Management

We successfully installed the new carpet for a lovely family in Greenhithe. We came to do the QA check, we say x2 lovely young children joyfully walking on the new carpet, at that moment, we feel like all our efforts had been well paid off.

We are thankful to our community and will be continuously contributing to our community.

Thanks

ABD