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Get into the festive spirit with homemade gifts crafted by your little ones!
Our list of the top 5 DIY gifts for kids is here to spark their creativity and spread joy. Check it out now!
Struggling to find the perfect small Christmas present? For just $15 each, you can buy Heart Foundation Lottery tickets for family, friends or even good neighbours. Not only will they have the chance to win a stunning Jennian home in Clarks Beach, Auckland, but you are also supporting the … View moreStruggling to find the perfect small Christmas present? For just $15 each, you can buy Heart Foundation Lottery tickets for family, friends or even good neighbours. Not only will they have the chance to win a stunning Jennian home in Clarks Beach, Auckland, but you are also supporting the life-saving work of the Heart Foundation.
If you have a furry friend at home, be sure to submit your entry for this year's Santa Paws campaign - a celebration of the cutest Christmas pets in town!
There's ten great prizes of $100 Prezzy® cards up for grabs - but only a few days left to enter so move fast!
… View moreIf you have a furry friend at home, be sure to submit your entry for this year's Santa Paws campaign - a celebration of the cutest Christmas pets in town!
There's ten great prizes of $100 Prezzy® cards up for grabs - but only a few days left to enter so move fast!
Check out the fantastic entries received so far and don't forget to share your photo today!
Sale now on at Resene ColorShops! For a limited time only save the GST value on Resene premium paints, wood stains, wallpaper and decorating accessories at Resene ColorShops.
Many of us love to transform our home in December to bring in the Christmas spirit. But perhaps you feel you've gone the extra festive mile? We are looking high and low for NZ’s Merriest Home. Is it yours? Let us decide!
Share just one photo below of your house (inside or out) to … View moreMany of us love to transform our home in December to bring in the Christmas spirit. But perhaps you feel you've gone the extra festive mile? We are looking high and low for NZ’s Merriest Home. Is it yours? Let us decide!
Share just one photo below of your house (inside or out) to go into the draw to win the title of NZ's Merriest Home.
The Neighbourly team will choose the finalists but you, our Neighbourly members will vote on the ultimate winner who'll receive the prize of a $600 Prezzy® Card and the title of NZ's Merriest Home. So, go ahead! In the comments below, share your one festive photo to enter.
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This is an unusual and very unique piece. Timeless quality that will still appeal to your grandchildren.
It's been a cool summer, but hopefully, warmth will soon embrace us! We're overjoyed to announce a whopping 1100 responses from all you wonderful folks, spreading those delightful summer vibes!
Thanks for sharing your awesome summer holiday plans for a chance to WIN 1 of 2 $100 Prezzy … View moreIt's been a cool summer, but hopefully, warmth will soon embrace us! We're overjoyed to announce a whopping 1100 responses from all you wonderful folks, spreading those delightful summer vibes!
Thanks for sharing your awesome summer holiday plans for a chance to WIN 1 of 2 $100 Prezzy Cards! And now, the moment you've been waiting for – did you hit the jackpot as the lucky winner? Find out now!
If this round didn't bring you the big win, no worries! Keep up with NZ Compare for all the scoop on future contests and cool deals! We're here to brighten up your budget and make things fun.
Not sure what to buy for your loved one this holiday season? Let's exchange ideas and create a gift guide together!
Share your ideal Christmas gift or offer suggestions for others in need of inspiration.
For more inspiration, check out PriceMe.co.nz for gift ideas and compare the … View moreNot sure what to buy for your loved one this holiday season? Let's exchange ideas and create a gift guide together!
Share your ideal Christmas gift or offer suggestions for others in need of inspiration.
For more inspiration, check out PriceMe.co.nz for gift ideas and compare the goodies from your favourite brands.
If you’ve seen the current Ryman TV commercial, then you’ve probably seen Judy rowing past the camera on a beautiful still Auckland morning.
Rowing is one of Judy’s passions, and she’s had great success with it, competing up and down the country since picking up the sport in her 50s. A … View moreIf you’ve seen the current Ryman TV commercial, then you’ve probably seen Judy rowing past the camera on a beautiful still Auckland morning.
Rowing is one of Judy’s passions, and she’s had great success with it, competing up and down the country since picking up the sport in her 50s. A highlight in her rowing career was in 2017 when Judy, along with her rowing partner Alison, competed in The World Masters Games, winning a silver medal in the 1000m Women’s Pairs.
She currently holds the title of top women's single sculler in the 70-75 year age group in New Zealand and is second in the North Island for the 65-75 year age group.
Adventure is in Judy’s DNA. She’s always up for hitting the open road and exploring the fantastic wilderness that Aotearoa has to offer. When she’s not rowing, Judy loves to hike. And she’s no stranger to several hard South Island trails.
Having a lifestyle this active and busy means that Judy doesn’t want to be worrying about her home while she is away. She chose Ryman’s Murray Halberg Village because it suits all her needs, right down to the location near the water as well as all the safety and security benefits.
“It’s a lock up and leave it situation,” she says.
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Have just come across a website: livingheritage.org.nz where the site focusses on the origins of the Waro Lake. I really must put some of the statements. For instance the claim that there has been 27 deaths there. This is simply not true. Perhaps they were referring to the deaths in the coal mines … View moreHave just come across a website: livingheritage.org.nz where the site focusses on the origins of the Waro Lake. I really must put some of the statements. For instance the claim that there has been 27 deaths there. This is simply not true. Perhaps they were referring to the deaths in the coal mines all around that area, but I have lived in Hikurangi since 1974 and to my knowledge there has only been two deaths in that period. I am disgusted with the WDC sign that is erected at the 'jumping rock' forbidding diving or jumping off said rocks. I know the Coroner wanted the barrier erected and the signage but I feel the Council has gone too far. By all means have signage there warning of the possibility of slipping on the rocks when wet, but the banning of diving/jumping is quite simply ridiculous! No wonder parents wrap their children in 'cotton wool' with this sort of over-reaction to a tragedy. I feel strongly that the Council needs to change their sign immediately and in future consult with the community before taking such draconian steps.
My wife smokes. She is a considerate smoker. She never asks, "do you mind if I smoke in your presence?" She goes away and smokes where it cannot hurt anyone else. This is often very inconvenient. What's worse her health is shot. But unfortunately she is addicted and stopping has, so … View moreMy wife smokes. She is a considerate smoker. She never asks, "do you mind if I smoke in your presence?" She goes away and smokes where it cannot hurt anyone else. This is often very inconvenient. What's worse her health is shot. But unfortunately she is addicted and stopping has, so far, proved impossible. She has said that she wishes cigarettes had not been available 40 years ago.
We had an opportunity to save future generations. There was no question of banning smokers. Instead the idea was to stop people becoming smokers. Of course the tobacco lobby screamed and applied pressure. But we had a strong government who said, "No! Our people's health comes first." Unfortunately the current government caved in.
All sorts of stupid arguments were raised. One of the best looked at 20 years time. Imagine two forty year olds. The older can go into a shop and buy cigarettes. The younger is banned. But look at it more closely. The elder is spending $500 a week, coughing his guts out while trying vapes and patches. Meanwhile the younger, who is not addicted, has a larger disposable income and better health.
Perhaps I'm being unfair on the government. Perhaps they didn't just cravenly cave in. Several had worked for the tobacco companies in the past. Whilst they aren't being paid now (that would be an illegal conflict of interest) what happens when they retire? In the UK there was the 'revolving door syndrome'. Government ministers would hand out favours and then when they left office, suddenly they became non-executive directors.
Get ready to embark on the adventure of a lifetime! You could be the lucky winner of a mesmerising 4-night getaway to the breathtaking Solomon Islands sponsored by the film Migration and thanks to our friends at Solomon Airlines – all exclusively for our subscribers! Terms and conditions apply.
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Return flights for a family of 4 from Auckland to Munda, Solomon Islands via Solomon Airlines, a 4-night stay in a family bungalow at Zipolo Habu Resort, the use of kayaks, paddleboards, and snorkelling equipment, and return Munda Airport transfers are all provided by the accommodation.
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Reyburn House Gallerys' Summer exhibition of Members Artworks returns this month for the Xmas & New Year break. Includes Textiles, Photography, Printing, Painting & Sculptures. On view from 5 December 2023 - 14 January 2024.
If you can't get into town to view the Exhibition … View moreReyburn House Gallerys' Summer exhibition of Members Artworks returns this month for the Xmas & New Year break. Includes Textiles, Photography, Printing, Painting & Sculptures. On view from 5 December 2023 - 14 January 2024.
If you can't get into town to view the Exhibition then try a virtual tour from your own home. Works on mobile, tablet and through a browser on a PC or Mac.
Just choose a room and, using finger or mouse, move around a 360° room view. Zoom in and out, move left & right. Happy viewing! Call in to see the real artworks when you can.
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What's your holiday vibe this year? Beach escape, overseas adventure, or a cozy staycation at home? Simply share your plans for a … View moreWIN 1 of 2*$100 Prezzy Cards to fuel up your festive trip, groceries from your fav supermarket. Spend on goodies for your holiday!
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