1026 days ago

Drive-through Christmas foodbank opens in West Auckland as demand spikes

Melanie Earley Reporter from Western Leader

Kia ora neighbours, a new drive-through Christmas foodbank has opened in West Auckland to help first-time users “maintain their dignity”.

The foodbank will see food and toy parcels given out via a contactless drive-through model.

West Auckland charity Visionwest Waka Whakakitenga said its research had shown a surge in Covid-related financial hardship was placing a strain on the mental health of many Kiwis.

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More messages from your neighbours
1 day ago

Poll: Is dumping an issue in your neighbourhood?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

There's nothing worse than strolling around the streets in your neighbourhood and seeing dumped rubbish.

Have you noticed this in your area? What could we do to combat this around the country?

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Is dumping an issue in your neighbourhood?
  • 43.5% Yes, I've seen some illegal dumping
    43.5% Complete
  • 55.9% No, our neighbourhood is pretty good
    55.9% Complete
  • 0.7% Other - I'll share below
    0.7% Complete
764 votes
19 hours ago

Riddle time: Because lawn mowing can wait!

Riddler from The Neighbourly Riddler

George, Helen, and Steve are drinking coffee. Bert, Karen, and Dave are drinking soft drinks.

Following this pattern, is Elizabeth drinking coffee or a soft drink?

Do you think you know the answer to our daily riddle? Don't spoil it for your neighbours! Simply 'Like' this post and we'll post the answer in the comments below at 2pm.

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16 days ago

This one was sent in by your fellow neighbour, can you figure it out?

Riddler from The Neighbourly Riddler

What is first white then red and the plumper it gets the more the old lady likes it?

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