Himatangi, Foxton

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2043 days ago

'Mum and dad' landlords affected by law changes

Colleen Hawkes Reporter from Homed

The freeze on tenancy terminations has impacted 'Mum and dad' landlords in ways no-one could have predicted prior to Covid-19.

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2043 days ago

Nominate a favourite local for a Local Like!

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Got a local business that went over and above during lockdown? Is there one you’ve really missed - or one that's brightened your day? Maybe it’s a business who just needs a helping hand at the moment...

Nominate them for a Local Like! Your shoutout could appear as an advert on Stuff, on… View more
Got a local business that went over and above during lockdown? Is there one you’ve really missed - or one that's brightened your day? Maybe it’s a business who just needs a helping hand at the moment...

Nominate them for a Local Like! Your shoutout could appear as an advert on Stuff, on Neighbourly, or in your local paper. Plus you could win a bag of feijoas (or a $100 voucher to the business you nominate).
Nominate now

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2043 days ago

Mission Feedback – Join the conversation

Mission Feedback

As a nation, we recently held a moving ANZAC Day commemoration. So now is a good time to reflect on how we treat our military personnel during and after their service. It speaks volumes about who we are as New Zealanders.

Let’s not leave those who serve our country behind.

Can New Zealand … View more
As a nation, we recently held a moving ANZAC Day commemoration. So now is a good time to reflect on how we treat our military personnel during and after their service. It speaks volumes about who we are as New Zealanders.

Let’s not leave those who serve our country behind.

Can New Zealand do more to ensure that past, present and future service people - and their whānau – are recognised and supported?

Join the conversation now at missionfeedback.co.nz
Join now

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2044 days ago

Tauhou/Silvereye 0784-3

Paul from Levin

Photographed from a hiding place in my dining room with the help of lighting prepositioned on the ground. They apparently flew here from Australia in or about 1856. Very wise of them. I would have too.

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2044 days ago

Poll: Should you take your shoes off at the front door?

Jo Haywood Reporter from Homed

Hey neighbours, how do you feel about this divisive household dilemma?

Is taking your shoes off in someone's home the right and hygienic thing to do, or do you see being asked to remove your shoes as a total imposition?

It's one of many home dilemmas we come across on Homed, along with… View more
Hey neighbours, how do you feel about this divisive household dilemma?

Is taking your shoes off in someone's home the right and hygienic thing to do, or do you see being asked to remove your shoes as a total imposition?

It's one of many home dilemmas we come across on Homed, along with toilet paper over or under? cutlery up or down in the dishwasher? top sheet or no top sheet?, to name a few. Read more about the arguments for each and see how many people agree with you, here.

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Should you take your shoes off at the front door?
  • 65.1% Yes
    65.1% Complete
  • 5.5% No
    5.5% Complete
  • 29.4% Only in other people's homes, if they ask
    29.4% Complete
218 votes
2044 days ago

Poll: Back to school, or not?

Reporter Manawatū Standard

Mōrena kiritata,

Level 2 has brought with it the chance for kids to reunite with their friends as schools reopen for the first time in weeks.

However, some parents have chosen to keep their children at home.

What have you done?

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Back to school, or not?
  • 10.1% My kids will stay at home until level 1
    10.1% Complete
  • 73.9% I was happy to take them back on Monday
    73.9% Complete
  • 15.9% I'm waiting for more information before they head back to school
    15.9% Complete
69 votes
2045 days ago

Wrybill (#1295-3)

Paul from Levin

Wrybill at Foxton Beach. Will look much better enlarged.

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2058 days ago

Regional council rates set to go up

Jono Galuszka Reporter from Manawatū Standard

Mōrena neighbours,

Horizons Regional Council is asking people to get in touch about its annual plan, which as it stands has rates going up by 1 per cent.

Some councillors say rates need to stay flat, while others say what is not paid for now needs paying for later.

What are your thoughts? … View more
Mōrena neighbours,

Horizons Regional Council is asking people to get in touch about its annual plan, which as it stands has rates going up by 1 per cent.

Some councillors say rates need to stay flat, while others say what is not paid for now needs paying for later.

What are your thoughts? Should there be no rates increase? Or is it better to get work done sooner rather than latter?

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2045 days ago

Back your backyard

Trupti Biradar Reporter from Stuff Travel

As we settle into life in Alert Level 2, we're excited to see a bit more of NZ. Join us as we showcase the best close-to-home travel experiences Aotearoa has to offer.

2045 days ago

Take the virtual tour

Julia Wallace Retirement Village

Did you know you can view some of our retirement villages in the comfort of your own home?

Immerse yourself in our beautiful villages by taking a ‘walk through’ with our virtual tours. Stroll through the lovely gardens, explore the village amenities, and step into a beautiful independent … View more
Did you know you can view some of our retirement villages in the comfort of your own home?

Immerse yourself in our beautiful villages by taking a ‘walk through’ with our virtual tours. Stroll through the lovely gardens, explore the village amenities, and step into a beautiful independent apartment, serviced apartment or care room. You can navigate your way through each featured room or area of the village and really get a feel for the space. It’s a great way to obtain a more intricate view before you make a visit to the village.
Find out more

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