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For the 11th time, you’ve voted us your Most Trusted Brand and that means the world to us. Because trust this strong doesn’t happen by chance. Ten years? That’s a perfect score. But eleven? That’s off the charts. Whether it’s your first visit or you call a village home, that feeling of … View moreFor the 11th time, you’ve voted us your Most Trusted Brand and that means the world to us. Because trust this strong doesn’t happen by chance. Ten years? That’s a perfect score. But eleven? That’s off the charts. Whether it’s your first visit or you call a village home, that feeling of trust is what sets us apart.
SPCA have teamed up with @MoreFM and @Petdirect to celebrate the joy of adoption — and we want to hear your heartwarming stories!
Share your pet adoption story for a chance to win a $500 product voucher, generously sponsored by our friends at Petdirect. Plus, MoreFM will donate $500 to SPCA on… View moreSPCA have teamed up with @MoreFM and @Petdirect to celebrate the joy of adoption — and we want to hear your heartwarming stories!
Share your pet adoption story for a chance to win a $500 product voucher, generously sponsored by our friends at Petdirect. Plus, MoreFM will donate $500 to SPCA on behalf of the winner. Visit the MoreFM Facebook page to enter the draw and help us spread the love for animals and giving them a second chance!
And if you are still looking for your perfect match, head to www.spca.nz... now!
Your local community library held an evening to recognise Matariki and contribute to Valarie Adams "Jammies for June" program
🌟 Fun times for the Bloom Pukekohe participants! Supporting individuals with disabilities to connect, grow, and shine — this midwinter celebration is just one beautiful example of the joy and inclusion they create every day. 💛👏 See Bloom Pukekohe Facebook Page for more detail.
Police are seeking additional footage as part of the investigation into an alleged stabbing at the Pakuranga Night Markets.
“We are aware a number of people filmed the violent assault taking place on Saturday evening,” Counties Manukau East Area Investigations Manager, Detective Senior … View morePolice are seeking additional footage as part of the investigation into an alleged stabbing at the Pakuranga Night Markets.
“We are aware a number of people filmed the violent assault taking place on Saturday evening,” Counties Manukau East Area Investigations Manager, Detective Senior Sergeant Dean Batey, says.
Counties Manukau Police charged a 23-year-old man over the incident, who has been remanded in custody to reappear in court next month. “While we are not seeking anyone else in connection with the incident, this footage will be beneficial as part of the prosecution phase.”
Please contact the Police if you have footage to provide.
You can update the Police online now or call 105 using the reference number 250621/0744.
Stuck on what to do these school holidays? Check out some of the school holiday events and programmes listed in your community
Library: School Holiday events
Out and About across Waikato
Hamilton Gardens: Fun for the family
Hamilton Zoo: Visit
Sanctuary Mountain Maungatautari: Visit
… View moreStuck on what to do these school holidays? Check out some of the school holiday events and programmes listed in your community
Library: School Holiday events
Out and About across Waikato
Hamilton Gardens: Fun for the family
Hamilton Zoo: Visit
Sanctuary Mountain Maungatautari: Visit
Waikato Museum & Gallery: School Holiday Programme
Find a local playground
What about a cycling or trail adventure?
Know of any other activities our tamariki can engage in? Post them below for your neighbours to see!
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Picking up an incredible 27% of Neighbourly member votes, we are thrilled to announce Catnap Cafe as this year's Prospa Local Business Hero! Catnap is an incredible small business based in Christchurch - both a traditional cafe where cat lovers and cats can spend time together - as well as a … View morePicking up an incredible 27% of Neighbourly member votes, we are thrilled to announce Catnap Cafe as this year's Prospa Local Business Hero! Catnap is an incredible small business based in Christchurch - both a traditional cafe where cat lovers and cats can spend time together - as well as a home for rescues, helping them find forever homes.
Here's a few words from Alyssa and Nate, the founders of Catap Cafe: "We’re stoked to have won the Prospa Local Business Hero Awards! We’re so grateful to our community for the nominations, votes and ongoing support and we’re super proud of what Catnap means to people. Having this recognition means a lot to us."
A huge congratulations to the Catnap team - and a big thank you to every Neighbourly member who made a nomination and voted in this year's Prospa Local Business Hero campaign!
Terrific Taniwha Workshop
Tuesday 1st July, Foyer outside Franklin Arts Centre
Half hourly sessions between 10 – 12.30
To book your session:
www.eventbrite.co.nz...
Celebrate Matariki with a fun kids’ art workshop inspired by the legend of a terrific taniwha called Taawhaki from … View moreTerrific Taniwha Workshop
Tuesday 1st July, Foyer outside Franklin Arts Centre
Half hourly sessions between 10 – 12.30
To book your session:
www.eventbrite.co.nz...
Celebrate Matariki with a fun kids’ art workshop inspired by the legend of a terrific taniwha called Taawhaki from Mangatangi Stream! Children will explore storytelling through clay and craft, bringing the taniwha to life with a 3d scanner. A hands-on cultural experience celebrating local pūrākau and imaginative expression with Kaiako Jean, and Trudy. All ages welcome!
The Trustees warmly invite you to attend the AGM to be held on Monday 25th August 2025 @ 5.30pm, to be followed by light refreshments.
Venue: Counties Manukau RFU, Navigation Homes Stadium, 21 Stadium Drive, Pukekohe.
Our AGM is an opportunity to meet and ask questions of the Trustees, … View moreThe Trustees warmly invite you to attend the AGM to be held on Monday 25th August 2025 @ 5.30pm, to be followed by light refreshments.
Venue: Counties Manukau RFU, Navigation Homes Stadium, 21 Stadium Drive, Pukekohe.
Our AGM is an opportunity to meet and ask questions of the Trustees, Directors and Management Team. So come along, have a nosey and a good chat and find out what the trust has been up to!
At Ryman you won't pay your base weekly fee for a whole year* when you sign up to an independent apartment or townhouse at a participating Ryman village before 30 June 2025.
That means that you won’t pay rates, water rates, building insurance, maintenance fees and more. That’s great … View moreAt Ryman you won't pay your base weekly fee for a whole year* when you sign up to an independent apartment or townhouse at a participating Ryman village before 30 June 2025.
That means that you won’t pay rates, water rates, building insurance, maintenance fees and more. That’s great financial certainty.
*Terms and conditions apply.
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* Sale excludes books, ornaments, children's clothing, selected clothing, plants and crafts made by our Bloom … View more✨ It's 2 for 1 Tuesday ✨
👀 Simply buy 1 item and get a similar item of equal or lesser value, ABSOLUTELY FREE! 👀
🤩 We are open from 9:30am - 4pm today 🤩
* Sale excludes books, ornaments, children's clothing, selected clothing, plants and crafts made by our Bloom participants *
Stay active and keep doing the things you love.
Join a strength and balance class near you. With classes to suit every pace and ability, and trained instructors to guide you through, it’s a great way to keep healthy and make new friends. So you can live stronger for longer, and keep living the … View moreStay active and keep doing the things you love.
Join a strength and balance class near you. With classes to suit every pace and ability, and trained instructors to guide you through, it’s a great way to keep healthy and make new friends. So you can live stronger for longer, and keep living the life you want. Find a class near you today.
Happy Matariki, neighbours!
An important aspect of Matariki is whakapapa - family, community, and our connections to living things. Communities across the country have put together events to celebrate.
The Māori New Year is also a great time to pause, reflect on the past year, and think … View moreHappy Matariki, neighbours!
An important aspect of Matariki is whakapapa - family, community, and our connections to living things. Communities across the country have put together events to celebrate.
The Māori New Year is also a great time to pause, reflect on the past year, and think about what’s ahead.
Got any goals or hopes for the coming year? Share them in the comments and inspire your neighbours.
A scene examination is ongoing following last night’s assault at Pakuranga Night Market, which left two people critically injured.
Emergency services were called to Aylesbury Street around 6:45pm.
Police continue to follow positive lines of enquiry to locate the alleged offender. Locals can… View moreA scene examination is ongoing following last night’s assault at Pakuranga Night Market, which left two people critically injured.
Emergency services were called to Aylesbury Street around 6:45pm.
Police continue to follow positive lines of enquiry to locate the alleged offender. Locals can expect to see an increased Police presence today as we work to gather further information about what happened.
The two injured people have undergone surgery and are in a stable condition at hospital.
If anyone has any information that can further assist the investigation please call Police on 105 and refer to file number: 250621/0744.
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