480 days ago

Statutory manager appointed at Wesley College to 'assist' school board

Melanie Earley Reporter from Franklin County News

Kia ora neighbours, a statutory manager has been called in to help the board of Wesley College.

The school’s principal, Dr Brian Evans, said the Ministry of Education had appointed Dr Shane Edwards to “assist the board around curriculum management and policies and procedures.”

”We welcome this support as we feel it will assist us in our progress towards being an exemplary model of change,” Evans said in an online message to parents.

Read the full story at the link below.

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1 day ago

Poll: Should you ask before planting tall shrubs/trees near your property line?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

It may be fine now but in a few years trees can block out light or views for neighbours.

Do you think neighbours should ask before they go ahead and plant these?

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Should you ask before planting tall shrubs/trees near your property line?
  • 68.3% Yes, always ask
    68.3% Complete
  • 30.4% No
    30.4% Complete
  • 1.4% Other - I'll share below!
    1.4% Complete
649 votes
5 days ago

Show us your winter craft or DIY projects

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

When we are stuck inside, it can be a time to get creative. And we think Neighbourly members are quite a creative bunch. So, let's fill the Neighbourly newsfeed with crafty creations from across the country.

Share a photo below of your craft projects, recent DIY, or your hobby. You may just inspire someone else!

10 days ago

Poll: Have you had a pen pal?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

With the invention of the internet and mobile phone communication, pen pals seem to be a thing of the past but it was a common practice at one point.

Did you have a pen pal? Where did you meet them? Share below!

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Have you had a pen pal?
  • 66.6% Yes
    66.6% Complete
  • 33% No
    33% Complete
  • 0.4% Other - I'll share below!
    0.4% Complete
1105 votes