Counting down to christmas🎄
Thought we would share our kids advent calender😊its an act of kindness countdown...😍
*pick up rubbish(on beach,at park,town or our neighbourhood)
*mow a strangers lawn
*voucher for sushi
*give flowers out
*cuddles at the spca
*buy someones coffee
*say/do something Kind for someone
*coins on park on metres
*coins on vending machine
*coins on kiddies ride in kmart
*take a cake/biscuit into op shop helpers
*give out a box of chocolate to a strangers
*take a food item to our local community kai pantry
*take some unwanted/needed things to op shop
And my kids do get a lolly on 3 of the countdown days😂
On the 24-we will light a candle and give love to our Loved ones in heaven😚
...just something we do and thought we would share-x
...always be kind-
Poll: Should the government levy industries that contribute to financial hardship?
As reported in the Post, there’s a $30 million funding gap in financial mentoring. This has led to services closing and mentors stepping in unpaid just to keep helping people in need 🪙💰🪙
One proposed solution? Small levies on industries that profit from financial hardship — like banks, casinos, and similar companies.
So we want to hear what you think:
Should the government ask these industries to contribute?
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60% Yes, supporting people is important!
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25.7% No, individuals should take responsibility
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14.3% ... It is complicated
A Neighbourly Riddle! Don’t Overthink It… Or Do?😜
Do you think you know the answer? Simply 'Like' this post if you know the answer and the big reveal will be posted in the comments at 2pm on the day!
If you multiply this number by any other number, the answer will always be the same. What number is this?
Have you got New Zealand's best shed? Show us and win!
Once again, Resene and NZ Gardener are on the hunt for New Zealand’s best shed! Send in the photos and the stories behind your man caves, she sheds, clever upcycled spaces, potty potting sheds and colourful chicken coops. The Resene Shed of the Year 2026 winner receives $1000 Resene ColorShop voucher, a $908 large Vegepod Starter Pack and a one-year subscription to NZ Gardener. To enter, tell us in writing (no more than 500 words) why your garden shed is New Zealand’s best, and send up to five high-quality photos by email to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz. Entries close February 23, 2026.
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