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Do you have a neighbour who is seriously awesome, the glue and connector of your neighbourhood, and the person at the centre of your community, or who is just a really good sort! Nominate them to be our Neighbourhood Champion and they can go in the running to win an Orania Natural Skincare … View moreDo you have a neighbour who is seriously awesome, the glue and connector of your neighbourhood, and the person at the centre of your community, or who is just a really good sort! Nominate them to be our Neighbourhood Champion and they can go in the running to win an Orania Natural Skincare package as a lovely 'Thank you!'
This one is pretty simple. You're a Neighbourly member so connecting with your community is obviously pretty important to you. So this tip is more of a challenge; this year (or this weekend!) make it your mission to meet someone new living near you.
Here's a few things you can do to … View moreThis one is pretty simple. You're a Neighbourly member so connecting with your community is obviously pretty important to you. So this tip is more of a challenge; this year (or this weekend!) make it your mission to meet someone new living near you.
Here's a few things you can do to get you started:
- use the Neighbours Directory to find neighbours on your street.
- introduce yourself on Neighbourly to those living in your neighbourhood. Just a few words about yourself and what brought you here.
- Give something away or sell something! A Neighbourly exchange gives you a chance to meet someone new.
- just head out the door and knock on someone else's!
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Remember 86% of Kiwis want to get to know their neighbours better, but just don't see them around much (71%). Take the first step!
Schools are back this week, that means 40km/h school speed zones are in force throughout Auckland before and after school, on school days: ow.ly...
There has been some talk recently which moots changing our official summer holidays period and in particular the school holidays. Some are saying the unsettled weather over December and early January is almost the norm nowadays , with the weather we expect in summer not really kicking in until … View moreThere has been some talk recently which moots changing our official summer holidays period and in particular the school holidays. Some are saying the unsettled weather over December and early January is almost the norm nowadays , with the weather we expect in summer not really kicking in until February and March. There are several ways of doing this which would still allow the normal Christmas and New Year stat days being observed, but the lengthy 3-5 week break would be delayed most likely to mid February to mid March. What are your thoughts? I
RUAWAI LIONS CLUB invites you to…
MUSIC IN THE GARDEN
On Sunday 12 February
At the Robinson’s at 143 Dunn Road, RUAWAI
Time: 2pm
Admission Adults: $10 5-16 yrs $5
Under 5 free family $25
Food and soft drinks for sale - BYO alcohol
Raffles
Bring a … View moreRUAWAI LIONS CLUB invites you to…
MUSIC IN THE GARDEN
On Sunday 12 February
At the Robinson’s at 143 Dunn Road, RUAWAI
Time: 2pm
Admission Adults: $10 5-16 yrs $5
Under 5 free family $25
Food and soft drinks for sale - BYO alcohol
Raffles
Bring a chair/rug
Further info: ph Jim Simpson 09 4392557
Email: jdsimpson@slingshot.co.nz
141st Paparoa A&P Show
At Paparoa Showgrounds
Saturday 4 February
Entry $10 adults $5 children (first 2 children only) – under 5 free
Gates open 9 am (EFTPOS available)
• Side shows • Equestrian events – showing and jumping – harness ring
• Wood chopping • Shearing
• … View more141st Paparoa A&P Show
At Paparoa Showgrounds
Saturday 4 February
Entry $10 adults $5 children (first 2 children only) – under 5 free
Gates open 9 am (EFTPOS available)
• Side shows • Equestrian events – showing and jumping – harness ring
• Wood chopping • Shearing
• Calf riding • Team roping (children can enter)
• Cattle and Dairy goat sections • Alpaca
• Large indoor section – entries close Friday 11.45 am
• Market stalls and Trade sites • Live band – good music
• Food and drink – great coffee • Lots of children and teenager attractions
• Petting zoo • Young Farmers dunking tank
Including a free sawdust dig for children under 7
A FUN DAY OUT FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY!
Schedules and more info online: www.paparoashow.org.nz...
Enquiries to Show Secretary Ann Butler 027 333 5589 or secretary@paparoashow.org.nz E2011
141st Paparoa A&P Show
At Paparoa Showgrounds
Saturday 4 February
Entry $10 adults $5 children (first 2 children only) – under 5 free
Gates open 9 am (EFTPOS available)
• Side shows • Equestrian events – showing and jumping – harness ring
• Wood chopping • Shearing
• … View more141st Paparoa A&P Show
At Paparoa Showgrounds
Saturday 4 February
Entry $10 adults $5 children (first 2 children only) – under 5 free
Gates open 9 am (EFTPOS available)
• Side shows • Equestrian events – showing and jumping – harness ring
• Wood chopping • Shearing
• Calf riding • Team roping (children can enter)
• Cattle and Dairy goat sections • Alpaca
• Large indoor section – entries close Friday 11.45 am
• Market stalls and Trade sites • Live band – good music
• Food and drink – great coffee • Lots of children and teenager attractions
• Petting zoo • Young Farmers dunking tank
Including a free sawdust dig for children under 7
A FUN DAY OUT FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY!
Schedules and more info online: www.paparoashow.org.nz...
Enquiries to Show Secretary Ann Butler 027 333 5589 or secretary@paparoashow.org.nz E2011
The Rodders Orewa Beach Festival starts tonight and runs till Sunday.
There'll be lots of shiny classic cars to drool over, the Miss Hibiscus Coast Vintage competition and lots more.
The festival is raising funds for the Auckland Westpac Rescue Helicopter who rushed into Rodney 145 times … View moreThe Rodders Orewa Beach Festival starts tonight and runs till Sunday.
There'll be lots of shiny classic cars to drool over, the Miss Hibiscus Coast Vintage competition and lots more.
The festival is raising funds for the Auckland Westpac Rescue Helicopter who rushed into Rodney 145 times last year to rescue people in need.
You can see where they visited in the map.
Have you spotted a post on Neighbourly you want to refer back to later? It's easy to save posts such as a recommendation for a good plumber or restaurant, something you're thinking of buying or a poll you'd like to track.
Here's how to save and find posts:
1) Simply click on… View moreHave you spotted a post on Neighbourly you want to refer back to later? It's easy to save posts such as a recommendation for a good plumber or restaurant, something you're thinking of buying or a poll you'd like to track.
Here's how to save and find posts:
1) Simply click on the SAVE button at the bottom right of a post you want to locate later. The button will change to 'Saved!'
2) To find the post, click on My Posts in the top green navigation bar (on desktop) and click on the All Posts dropdown menu. You'll see the option 'Saved Posts'
3) When you no longer need a record of the post, just click on the Saved button and it will disappear from your Saved list.
Families who have lost loved ones in motoring incidents are set to head to parliament on February 14 to present the Foreign Driver Testing petition - which says all visitors to the country for more than three months should have to sit a full licence if they wish to drive.
www.stuff.co.nz...
Do… View moreFamilies who have lost loved ones in motoring incidents are set to head to parliament on February 14 to present the Foreign Driver Testing petition - which says all visitors to the country for more than three months should have to sit a full licence if they wish to drive.
www.stuff.co.nz...
Do you agree with the petition?
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Register your team for a fun FREE walking challenge this March. Be in to win great prizes as you walk the virtual length of NZ.
Walking School Bus Week is back for 2017. Join our event and register to be part of the fun – themed days, competitions, prizes and more.
ArtBeat, Medieval Madness, Northland Youth Theatre's Te Waiora, Nitro Circus, veteran car displays... What are you doing this long weekend?
The successful execution of a water rescue last week highlights the importance of ‘safety first’ before attempting a rescue and only entering with water with some form of flotation.
Since 1980, 93 people have drowned while trying to save another person. Typically it is the person in trouble… View moreThe successful execution of a water rescue last week highlights the importance of ‘safety first’ before attempting a rescue and only entering with water with some form of flotation.
Since 1980, 93 people have drowned while trying to save another person. Typically it is the person in trouble that survives, and the would-be rescuer that drowns.
Most of these people would still be alive today if they followed this one piece of advice; only enter the water if you have some form of flotation. You don’t see lifeguards attempting a rescue without equipment.
Providing flotation to a person interrupts the drowning process buying valuable time to either plan how to get the person back to shore, or wait until rescue services arrive.
On Monday 30th January Whangarei Cruising Club are holding a Club Open day and inviting people of all ages and abilities to come along and get a taste of sailing and boating.
This event is a part of Volvo Sailing & Boating Week 2017, a nationwide initiative from Yachting New Zealand to … View moreOn Monday 30th January Whangarei Cruising Club are holding a Club Open day and inviting people of all ages and abilities to come along and get a taste of sailing and boating.
This event is a part of Volvo Sailing & Boating Week 2017, a nationwide initiative from Yachting New Zealand to celebrate and showcase the sport.
From 10am onwards, the public is invited to a relaxed Family Fun Day out at the club’s Parua Bay facilities to kick off the sailing season. There will be a range of sailing and boating activities to try including sailing, kayaking and stand up paddle boarding.
The Volvo Sailing...Have a Go! trailer will be there so there will be a range of boats available with instructors and other sailors around to show you how it is done, or just take you for a joyride! Lifejackets will be provided. This is special opportunity to experience the thrills and excitement of Sailing!
This is suitable for all ages so take the whole family for a great chance to get out on the water and trying fun activities!
For more information email: wccinc@xtra.co.nz
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