Karapiro - Maungatautari, Cambridge

Happy new year, neighbours!

Happy new year, neighbours!

From us at Neighbourly, we're wishing you the best for 2026!

3262 days ago

Pronto Box recipes will save your day!

FreshChoice Leamington

Need some back to school lunch inspiration? We’ve come up with some easy lunch box options that are quick, tasty and healthy! The FreshChoice Pronto Box recipe series offers nutritious meal ideas for the family that are perfect for school or work. Stop eating into valuable time in the kitchen and… View moreNeed some back to school lunch inspiration? We’ve come up with some easy lunch box options that are quick, tasty and healthy! The FreshChoice Pronto Box recipe series offers nutritious meal ideas for the family that are perfect for school or work. Stop eating into valuable time in the kitchen and try out this scrumptious vegetarian sausage roll! Watch the video

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3263 days ago

Waipa chances at sports awards

Lawrence Gullery Reporter from Cambridge Edition

Are you a neighbour to any of the people in this picture? You could be living next to the new Waikato Sportsperson of the Year. The annual awards are on tomorrow night in Hamilton.

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3263 days ago

Life Education Trust Campaign

The Warehouse Te Awamutu

The Warehouse is kicking off their fundraising campaign for Life Education Trust. Life Education run learning programmes in schools throughout New Zealand with their signature mascot Harold the Giraffe. To support the great work that Life Education Trust does in the community you can purchase a … View moreThe Warehouse is kicking off their fundraising campaign for Life Education Trust. Life Education run learning programmes in schools throughout New Zealand with their signature mascot Harold the Giraffe. To support the great work that Life Education Trust does in the community you can purchase a Scratch ‘n’ Win ticket at your local store for $2 with proceeds going back to their learning with Harold campaign.

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3263 days ago

Life Education Trust Campaign

The Warehouse Cambridge

The Warehouse is kicking off their fundraising campaign for Life Education Trust. Life Education run learning programmes in schools throughout New Zealand with their signature mascot Harold the Giraffe. To support the great work that Life Education Trust does in the community you can purchase a … View moreThe Warehouse is kicking off their fundraising campaign for Life Education Trust. Life Education run learning programmes in schools throughout New Zealand with their signature mascot Harold the Giraffe. To support the great work that Life Education Trust does in the community you can purchase a Scratch ‘n’ Win ticket at your local store for $2 with proceeds going back to their learning with Harold campaign.

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3263 days ago

Turn your home ownership dream into a reality this year!

SBS Bank

Whether you’re putting down roots for the first time, upsizing to suit a growing family, planning your dream home or looking to grow your wealth, we have the home loan for you.

Contact us on 0800 SBS BANK today or you can apply online at sbsbank.co.nz/home-loan. T&Cs apply.
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3265 days ago

Putaruru Waterfestival....Feburary Saturday 25th WATER....WATER...WET

Andrea Neighbourly Lead from Putaruru

Thinking activities and water,  people....  YOU ARE  WANTED
I am looking for old free pianos for a piano bust up... and Morris dancers or groups that might like to entertain a crowd in our main arena..


Do you or someone you know do arty Caricutures and or face painters...


Jugglers and … View more
Thinking activities and water,  people....  YOU ARE  WANTED
I am looking for old free pianos for a piano bust up... and Morris dancers or groups that might like to entertain a crowd in our main arena..


Do you or someone you know do arty Caricutures and or face painters...


Jugglers and buskers also keen to come and entertain round the day...


Any other suggestions... or water/watery activities/ games you would like to put forward and do as a fund raiser in Glensea park???????


......THINK OUTSIDE THE SQUARE WITH WATER....
...Paddling pools.....Water gun challenges.....Bucket and Sponges....


Contact me here or Lee Robertson at the Pride in Putaruru & Info centre office

3264 days ago

Road Closure

Mike Bain Reporter from Cambridge Edition

The next big tick off the list at the Cambridge roundabout project is to dig out Victoria Street from Clare Street to Hamilton Road.

To do this contractors need to close this section of road for two-three weeks. While it's not ideal, but closing the road will mean the work can be finished … View more
The next big tick off the list at the Cambridge roundabout project is to dig out Victoria Street from Clare Street to Hamilton Road.

To do this contractors need to close this section of road for two-three weeks. While it's not ideal, but closing the road will mean the work can be finished three weeks earlier!

The road closure will begin this Wednesday 25 January.

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3264 days ago

Neighbourly New Year Tip #7 - Selling Stuff

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

From old furniture to school uniforms, Neighbourly is a great way to make a little extra money by selling items you no longer want or need. In fact the Buy, Sell & Trade category is one of the most popular on Neighbourly!

It's completely FREE to sell something on Neighbourly - plus … View more
From old furniture to school uniforms, Neighbourly is a great way to make a little extra money by selling items you no longer want or need. In fact the Buy, Sell & Trade category is one of the most popular on Neighbourly!

It's completely FREE to sell something on Neighbourly - plus you'll have a chance to meet one of your friendly neighbours. Here's a few tips and tricks to make your sale is a quick and easy one:
* Use good images to ensure your items really stand out
* Share an description of each item you are selling including details of its condition
* Add a price for your listing
* If you have multiple items to sell, group these into a single post and itemise the unique items you have for sale with their sale price.
* Once an item has sold, remember to mark it as SOLD (just click on the three little dots under your post)
* Consider listing an unsold item in the Free Stuff category if you're keen to see it moved along.
* Once a neighbourly has confirmed they'd like to purchase your item, share details using your Neighbourly Inbox
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3266 days ago

Chocolate Tasters Needed

Sandy from Matamata

Hi there everybody, I am in the process of Starting my own Chocolate making business. Though I am looking for a few tasters....MUST have an established palate when it comes to chocolate. I am looking for very honest opions, as this will help me create only the best Gourmet Chocolates..

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3276 days ago

What this town needs is...

Lawrence Gullery Reporter from Cambridge Edition

Hi neighbours, we're revisiting this issue we posted a few months ago for a major story in the Cambridge Edition next week. What do you think Cambridge needs to focus on to prepare for the town's evolution?

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3265 days ago

Poll: How do you feel about begging in your neighbourhood?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Recently there's been a lot of media and Neighbourly discussion around begging. How do you feel about people begging in your community? Do you reach into your pockets? Maybe you support organisations working with those who need a helping hand. Share your position below.

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How do you feel about begging in your neighbourhood?
  • 5.9% I give money and/or food to those begging
    5.9% Complete
  • 27% I don't donate to those begging
    27% Complete
  • 15.7% Sometimes I do, depending on the situation
    15.7% Complete
  • 24.5% I prefer to support organisations helping the needy
    24.5% Complete
  • 26.8% I haven't noticed begging in our neighbourhood
    26.8% Complete
3803 votes
3266 days ago

Who's on this week

Paula Greenhill from The Op Shop (Matamata Community Chest Inc)

Fundraising this week in The Op Shop is the MORRINSVILLE ATC. Pop on in and see what they do! Please mind the footpath. It is currently being repaired.

3266 days ago

Poll: Cambridge's $3.1m roundabout

Lawrence Gullery Reporter from Cambridge Edition

This week's poll: There's some neighbours who reckon $3.1m is too much to pay for a new roundabout, what do you think?

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Cambridge's $3.1m roundabout
  • 24.1% The cost is ok with me.
    24.1% Complete
  • 41.4% $3.1m is too much!
    41.4% Complete
  • 27.6% Money should be spent elsewhere.
    27.6% Complete
  • 6.9% Other (comment below)
    6.9% Complete
29 votes
3267 days ago

Cambridge's new $3.1m roundabout begins to take form

Mike Bain Reporter from Cambridge Edition

Hi, the team doing this job are doing a fantastic job, so far not too many delays with the Stop/Go

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3266 days ago

Free Tai Chi and Afternoon Tea

Kathy from Te Awamutu

Please come along to our Give it a Go, Free Tai Chi and Afternoon Tea session at 2 pm, on Wednesday 25th, at the Methodist Church Hall on Bank Street.  Tai Chi is a moving meditation, reduces the effects of negative stress, increases strength, flexibility and balance.

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