Poll: π Which New Zealand creature/theme would make the best Halloween outfit?
We are almost half-way through October and Halloween is creeping up on us! (Itβs easy to miss β Christmas decorations seem to be popping up earlier every year!)
The Neighbourly team was having a bit of fun and got to wondering about New Zealand-inspired outfits! π¦
π¬ Bonus question: What is the best kind of costume? Funny, scary, DIY, or pop culture themed?
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13.9% Vladislav, from 'What We Do in the Shadows'
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12.3% Moa-zombie
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35.6% Possessed sheep
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38.2% A half-eaten chocolate fish
Government targeted relief
My sister is a Pensioner living in Wellsford. She has an appointment at North Shore Hospital tomorrow afternoon at 2.45pm. The 160km round trip would cost about $50 which is too expensive. Instead, she will be taking a free shuttle leaving from Wellsford at 8am tomorrow, so will have almost 6 hours wait at hospital . It is not only families with children who are struggling. I do understand that not everyone can be accommodated in the relief, but just saying.
Poll: Are you still heading to your local for your caffeine fix, or has the $$ changed your habits? β
Auckland has a thriving cafe culture, but with costs climbing, that culture is under pressure. Weβve seen the headlines about recent closures across the country, and itβs a tough pill to swallow along with a $6+ coffee.
We all want our favourite spots to stay open, but we also have to balance our own budgets βοΈ
We want to know: How are you handling the "coffee math" in 2026? Are you still heading to your local for a chat and a caffeine fix, or has the cost of living changed your habits?
Keen to read more about "coffee math"? The Post has you covered.
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42.1% I avoid spending money on coffee
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42.1% I still indulge at my local cafe
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15.8% Irrelevant - coffee is not for me
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