Bridge Pa - Longlands, Hastings

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512 days ago

Have you got a favourite spring salad? Send us the recipe!

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

Dear neighbours, every month, NZ Gardener runs a series of reader recipes using a seasonal crop. This month, we're on the hunt for spring salad recipes! Send your best ones to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz by July 23, 2023. Every published recipe wins a copy of the September issue of NZ Gardener.

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513 days ago

2ND HAND BOOK SHOP

Elma Pienaar from St Columba's Presbyterian Church

GIVEAWAY PROMOTION FOR KIDS
Over the school holidays every purchase of a kid's book entitles you to fill in an entry form to enter the competition. At the end of the holidays we will draw out 4 winners from the entry forms and each winner will get 5 books of their choosing. Ask for an entry … View more
GIVEAWAY PROMOTION FOR KIDS
Over the school holidays every purchase of a kid's book entitles you to fill in an entry form to enter the competition. At the end of the holidays we will draw out 4 winners from the entry forms and each winner will get 5 books of their choosing. Ask for an entry form at the desk.

522 days ago

Moving a mechanical shelving unit

Julie Neighbourly Lead from Havelock North

Does anyone have any experience moving a mechanical shelving unit?
I am wanting to turn the one in the Re-New workshop 90 degrees, in place, to divide a workroom in halves. It’s 3 bays wide and about 2 x 2 x 3 m.
If anyone has any suggestions or knowledge about how to move it, please let me … View more
Does anyone have any experience moving a mechanical shelving unit?
I am wanting to turn the one in the Re-New workshop 90 degrees, in place, to divide a workroom in halves. It’s 3 bays wide and about 2 x 2 x 3 m.
If anyone has any suggestions or knowledge about how to move it, please let me know.

514 days ago

The Sunday Star-Times Winter Puzzle Comp is Back!

Sunday Star Times

This July we have your chance to win a share of over $5,000 in New World gift vouchers! Simply grab your local newspaper, throw on your thinking cap, and complete the daily puzzle to be in to win.

Beginning on July 3, we will be placing a puzzle in your newspaper each day for a month. Complete … View more
This July we have your chance to win a share of over $5,000 in New World gift vouchers! Simply grab your local newspaper, throw on your thinking cap, and complete the daily puzzle to be in to win.

Beginning on July 3, we will be placing a puzzle in your newspaper each day for a month. Complete all 28 puzzles for a higher chance to WIN. Once you’ve figured it out, head over to stuff.co.nz/puzzletime to enter the solution and be in to win.

To find out more about participating newspapers, click here
Find out more

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520 days ago

Nice plastic bottles wanted

Julie Neighbourly Lead from Havelock North

Does anyone have any nice plastic bottles they don’t want and don’t want to throw away? One of my clever upcyclers needs about 20 of them, to upcycle for a dementia unit. She makes bottle lights out of them. So simple or attractive bottles or jars would be great.
We’ll also take glass ones … View more
Does anyone have any nice plastic bottles they don’t want and don’t want to throw away? One of my clever upcyclers needs about 20 of them, to upcycle for a dementia unit. She makes bottle lights out of them. So simple or attractive bottles or jars would be great.
We’ll also take glass ones for others.

I also have opportunity for profit sharing work for carpenters or woodturners. Message me if you would like details.

515 days ago

Bright Spots is extended!

Resene

We've had such an amazing response to Bright Spots that we've decided to extend it for another week!

Now that it's the school holidays, why not get the kids or grandkids involved!

Celebrate the most colourful, quirky and joyful places in your community by snapping a photo or … View more
We've had such an amazing response to Bright Spots that we've decided to extend it for another week!

Now that it's the school holidays, why not get the kids or grandkids involved!

Celebrate the most colourful, quirky and joyful places in your community by snapping a photo or two of a Bright Spot and sharing it here. There are 10 prizes of $250 Resene ColorShop vouchers and $250 Prezzy® cards up for grabs so you can create your own Bright Spot!
Enter now

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517 days ago

Yet another scam

Julie Neighbourly Lead from Havelock North

Look out for a txt message or email saying your iCloud payment method is about to expire. It’s a scam. Do not click on any links.

Apple notifies you in your settings not in a message. Especially not from from a weird sender email address or number. There will probably be a note at the top … View more
Look out for a txt message or email saying your iCloud payment method is about to expire. It’s a scam. Do not click on any links.

Apple notifies you in your settings not in a message. Especially not from from a weird sender email address or number. There will probably be a note at the top saying it’s from a mailing list too.

516 days ago

Get In To Shape

Ray from Mayfair

Yoga mat and 65cm Swiss Ball $5 for both.
Sorry now sold.

Price: $5

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517 days ago

Warm welcomes

The Team from Resene ColorShop Hastings

Create a dramatic entrance using a red door in your favourite Resene red.

Find out how to create your own with these easy step by step instructions.

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517 days ago

Marty's Digital Hub Mayfair Hastings

Roger McNeill from Te Whakaritorito Trust

Need help with learning your computer, smartphone, I-pad or tablet? Visit Marty's Digital Hub, first and third Tuesdays from 1pm-2.30pm, 1120 Willowpark Rd North, Mayfair, Hastings. (next door to Mayfair School) Bring $5 or give a koha per session. (includes afternoon tea)
Phone 027 232 4700 … View more
Need help with learning your computer, smartphone, I-pad or tablet? Visit Marty's Digital Hub, first and third Tuesdays from 1pm-2.30pm, 1120 Willowpark Rd North, Mayfair, Hastings. (next door to Mayfair School) Bring $5 or give a koha per session. (includes afternoon tea)
Phone 027 232 4700 to enquire.

521 days ago

Poll: Should salaries be public?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

A helpful tool created by Aucklander, Tony Lu, allows users to find out the possible salary for jobs they are considering applying for, saving time for possible applicants and the employer too. But do you think that all salaries should be visible to the public?

Share your vote and comment below … View more
A helpful tool created by Aucklander, Tony Lu, allows users to find out the possible salary for jobs they are considering applying for, saving time for possible applicants and the employer too. But do you think that all salaries should be visible to the public?

Share your vote and comment below - type 'Not For Print' if you wish your comments to be excluded from the We Say You Say column of your local paper.

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Should salaries be public?
  • 51.9% Yes, it would be fairer
    51.9% Complete
  • 38% No, it should be private
    38% Complete
  • 10.2% I don't know - I'd need more information
    10.2% Complete
1712 votes
518 days ago

Win this brand new Wānaka home!

Heart Foundation

For only $15 a ticket, you could win this fully furnished home in South Island’s stunning Wānaka!

Worth over $1.5 million and built to perfection by Jennian Homes, this brand new abode features four bedrooms, two bathrooms and boasts a stylish open-plan kitchen, living and dining area for … View more
For only $15 a ticket, you could win this fully furnished home in South Island’s stunning Wānaka!

Worth over $1.5 million and built to perfection by Jennian Homes, this brand new abode features four bedrooms, two bathrooms and boasts a stylish open-plan kitchen, living and dining area for year-round entertainment and comfort, plus incredible lake and mountain views!

Make this property your permanent residence, a holiday home, rent it or even sell it – it could be all yours for only $15! Be in to win by purchasing your tickets today.
Buy tickets

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535 days ago

house sitter wanted

Sophie from Havelock North

Hello,
I'm heading overseas for the first time in many years and am looking for a friendly as well as dog/cat loving person, who can commit to staying at my house in beautiful Havelock North. I have Bella, 9 years old foxy and Bella 11 years old ginger boy. My dates away are 25. August to 15.… View more
Hello,
I'm heading overseas for the first time in many years and am looking for a friendly as well as dog/cat loving person, who can commit to staying at my house in beautiful Havelock North. I have Bella, 9 years old foxy and Bella 11 years old ginger boy. My dates away are 25. August to 15. September 2023.

520 days ago

Are you lost without internet?

Telecommunications Dispute Resolution

The internet is a wonderful thing. It’s how many of us work, study and play. It’s a
big part of how we do what we do every day.

So, when we have issues with our broadband, it can be frustrating. Without it, we
can feel lost.

Tried trouble shooting? Tried talking to your provider? Still … View more
The internet is a wonderful thing. It’s how many of us work, study and play. It’s a
big part of how we do what we do every day.

So, when we have issues with our broadband, it can be frustrating. Without it, we
can feel lost.

Tried trouble shooting? Tried talking to your provider? Still stuck?
TDR can help you find your way. Visit www.tdr.org.nz to find out more.
Find out more

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520 days ago

12V 4.5AH battery never used

Julie Neighbourly Lead from Havelock North

Suitable for scooter or small electronics.

Price: $50

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