Otaki District, Otaki

Merry Christmas, neighbours

Merry Christmas, neighbours

From us at Neighbourly

5 days ago

Harvey Bowler Festival of Lights

Harvey Bowler Funeral Services

Our Festival of Lights is well under way.
Thanks to Sponsors Electra, Property Brokers Levin, Levin New World, Horowhenua Chronicle and NZME for their support again this year.

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6 days ago

100% Cotton 400 thread count queen sheet set white

Mel from Otaihanga

Surplus to our needs. Bought in a Spotlight sale for $102 (full price $170). Still in original packaging and receipt available. Also have another set which I have washed that I will throw in for free. Phone 0274544649

Price: $50

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6 days ago

Friends of Kaitawa Reserve

Mike from Paraparaumu

The Friends of Kaitawa Reserve
WOULD LOVE TO SEE YOU
Do you enjoy being out in the bush and hearing the native birds singing?

Do you have an interest in ecology/ conservation?
Do you have time on a Thursday morning, weather permitting, to help look after the native bush at the Reserve and… View more
The Friends of Kaitawa Reserve
WOULD LOVE TO SEE YOU
Do you enjoy being out in the bush and hearing the native birds singing?

Do you have an interest in ecology/ conservation?
Do you have time on a Thursday morning, weather permitting, to help look after the native bush at the Reserve and help clear invasive plants?
If you are interested:
Join us at the Scout Hall via Kaitawa Cres entrance, 9am to noon (or starting 8am during summer).
Bring gumboots, wet-weather clothing and gardening gloves.
A smoko break (morning tea) mid-session is a feature.
Contact the group by ringing Peter on 0210 277 0520, or via these websites: 1. www.forestandbird.org.nz... 2. www.kapiticoast.govt.nz...

10 days ago

Poll: Are Kiwis allergic to “exuberance”? 🥝

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

In The Post’s opinion piece on the developments set to open across Aotearoa in 2026, John Coop suggests that, as a nation, we’re “allergic to exuberance.”

We want to know: Are we really allergic to showing our excitement?

Is it time to lean into a more optimistic view of the place we … View more
In The Post’s opinion piece on the developments set to open across Aotearoa in 2026, John Coop suggests that, as a nation, we’re “allergic to exuberance.”

We want to know: Are we really allergic to showing our excitement?

Is it time to lean into a more optimistic view of the place we call home? As big projects take shape and new opportunities emerge, perhaps it’s worth asking whether a little more confidence (and enthusiasm!) could do us some good.

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Are Kiwis allergic to “exuberance”? 🥝
  • 42.6% Yes
    42.6% Complete
  • 31.8% Maybe?
    31.8% Complete
  • 25.6% No
    25.6% Complete
720 votes
7 days ago

The Computer Place Hours over Christmas & New Year

Heather Cathro from Cando Technology Ltd T/A The Computer Place

Our retail store is open until 5pm 19 December 2025
Our service department is on call, so if you have any urgent
computer service requirements in this time, We are on call, except Christmas Day.

You just need to ring our office phone on 04 2972226 and leave a message, or you can contact us on… View more
Our retail store is open until 5pm 19 December 2025
Our service department is on call, so if you have any urgent
computer service requirements in this time, We are on call, except Christmas Day.

You just need to ring our office phone on 04 2972226 and leave a message, or you can contact us on our contact form on our webpage
info@cando.co.nz
Our phone is monitored regularly during the day.

We are back to normal in our shop at 7 Hinemoa Street, Paraparaumu from 5 January 2025.

We would like to thank all our customers for your support in 2025 and look forward to servicing your computer needs in 2026.

6 days ago

Wellington’s weird and wonderful trivia from 2025

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

📰 The Post has rounded up some of Wellington’s weird and wonderful trivia from 2025 – from the most popular dog names to the books you couldn’t put down at local libraries.

✨ Our question for you: In a year that’s felt a bit taxing, what weird, wonderful, or just plain fun things … View more
📰 The Post has rounded up some of Wellington’s weird and wonderful trivia from 2025 – from the most popular dog names to the books you couldn’t put down at local libraries.

✨ Our question for you: In a year that’s felt a bit taxing, what weird, wonderful, or just plain fun things have brightened your 2025?

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6 days ago

Stand-Out Festive Decor: Build a Big DIY Nutcracker

The Team from Resene ColorShop Levin

Whip up a larger-than-life nutcracker and have it standing guard to greet guests this Christmas. This is an ideal opportunity to repurpose last year’s baubles, leftover Resene paint testpots and leftover materials from previous projects. You could use an old cardboard box for the body and cover … View moreWhip up a larger-than-life nutcracker and have it standing guard to greet guests this Christmas. This is an ideal opportunity to repurpose last year’s baubles, leftover Resene paint testpots and leftover materials from previous projects. You could use an old cardboard box for the body and cover it in fabric scraps. Find out how to make your own nutcracker with these easy step by step instructions.

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6 days ago

Piwakawaka/Fantail 0026-1

Paul from Levin

Piwakawaka over Chrystalls Lagoon, Otaki.

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7 days ago

Titan barbecue

Declan from Paraparaumu Beach

Free pick up Paraparaumu Beach rear panel rusted top would be ideal for a built system has a rotisserie a good clean up will give plenty more years contact 0274557525

Free

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7 days ago

FRIDGE FREEZER AS NEW RRP $700+

Lynda from Paraparaumu

NOVELLO Fridge Freezer 221L AS NEW CONDITION extremely well looked after only purchased this year approximately 6 months ago. Only selling as moving and the new place comes with a fridge freezer. Please note this fridge freezer is not available for pickup until at the earliest Monday December 22. … View moreNOVELLO Fridge Freezer 221L AS NEW CONDITION extremely well looked after only purchased this year approximately 6 months ago. Only selling as moving and the new place comes with a fridge freezer. Please note this fridge freezer is not available for pickup until at the earliest Monday December 22. If wanting photos of the internal of the fridge freezer please ask they will be photos of it slightly filled.

PICKUP PARAPARAUMU

Price: $450

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7 days ago

Chrystalls Lagoon 0058

Paul from Levin

Chrystalls Lagoon, Otaki. I suggest enlarging to get a better view.

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8 days ago

Large red fruit bowl

Emma from Paraparaumu Beach

Large red fruit (or maybe decorative) ceramic bowl

32cm diameter

Brand new, never been used, no chips, cracks or scratches

Price: $15

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9 days ago

Levin's Christmas House

Diane from Levin

Wishing you all A Happy & Healthy Christmas

8 days ago

Suellen's Sweet Christmas Tradition

Charles Fleming Retirement Village

The festive season is the perfect excuse to indulge your sweet tooth and to bring something truly special to the Christmas table. For Suellen’s family, that showstopper is Croquembouche !

An impressive tower of cream puffs bound together with delicate spun sugar, this classic dessert is a … View more
The festive season is the perfect excuse to indulge your sweet tooth and to bring something truly special to the Christmas table. For Suellen’s family, that showstopper is Croquembouche !

An impressive tower of cream puffs bound together with delicate spun sugar, this classic dessert is a favourite at weddings across France and Italy and a much-loved Christmas tradition at home.

Click read more for the full recipe.

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8 days ago

Swallows 0108-1

Paul from Levin

Sorry, another one, but I promise a change tomorrow! Swallows at Chrystalls Lagoon.

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