178 days ago

Celebrating Our Amazing Volunteers this National Volunteer Week!

Hira Siddiqui from Citizens Advice Bureau Pakuranga/Eastern Manukau

This Te Wiki Tūao ā-Motu National Volunteer Week, from June 15th to 21st, Citizens Advice Bureau (CAB) Pakuranga & Botany wants to extend a heartfelt thank you to our incredible volunteers!

Every single day, their dedication and hard work make a real difference in the lives of people right here in our community. From providing free and confidential advice to offering a friendly ear, our volunteers are the backbone of CAB. Their commitment ensures that we can continue to support, inform, and empower individuals facing all sorts of challenges.

We are so grateful for their generosity, compassion, and tireless efforts. Thank you for being such an integral part of our team and for all that you do to help our community thrive!

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Poll: Are our Kiwi summer holidays helping us recharge, or holding the economy back? ☀️🥝

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

There’s growing debate about whether New Zealand’s extended Christmas break (and the slowdown that comes with it) affects productivity.

Tracy Watkins has weighed in ... now it’s your turn. What’s your take? 🤔

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Are our Kiwi summer holidays helping us recharge, or holding the economy back? ☀️🥝
  • 0% We work hard, we deserve a break!
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  • 0% Hmm, maybe?
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  • 0% Yes!
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5 days ago

A riddle to start the festive season 🌲🎁🌟

The Riddler from The Neighbourly Riddler

I'm a fruit. If you take away my first letter, I'm a crime. If you take away my first two letters, I'm an animal. If you take away my first and last letter, I'm a form of music. What am I?

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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7 days ago

Poll: Should we be giving the green light to new mining projects? 💰🌲

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

The Environmental Protection Authority announced this week that a proposed mine in Central Otago (near Cromwell) is about to enter its fast-track assessment process. A final decision could come within six months, and if it’s approved, construction might start as early as mid-2026.

We want to know: Should mining projects like this move ahead?

Keen to dig deeper? Mike White has the scoop.

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Should we be giving the green light to new mining projects? 💰🌲
  • 53.2% Yes
    53.2% Complete
  • 46.8% No
    46.8% Complete
2130 votes