738 days ago

'Granny' sprinkling the festive magic for the last time

Matthew Dallas Reporter from Manawatū Standard

Hi neighbours,

Have you got the Christmas tree up yet? We had the pleasure of visiting Granny's Christmas Grotto in Marton when it opened for the festive season.

Jenny Greener has amassed decorations and figurines for more than 30 years, and is displaying it for one last Christmas before it is broken up and auctioned off.

It's safe to say Jenny knows her way around a Christmas tree. There aren't many rules that inform her yuletide decor, she enjoys trees and lights of many colours - though isn't a fan of autumn colours in displays or blue tinsel.

What about you? Are there any dos or don'ts or entrenched preferences underlining your festive traditions?

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4 days ago

Poll: Are our Kiwi summer holidays helping us recharge, or holding the economy back? ☀️🥝

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

There’s growing debate about whether New Zealand’s extended Christmas break (and the slowdown that comes with it) affects productivity.

Tracy Watkins has weighed in ... now it’s your turn. What’s your take? 🤔

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Are our Kiwi summer holidays helping us recharge, or holding the economy back? ☀️🥝
  • 72.9% We work hard, we deserve a break!
    72.9% Complete
  • 16.1% Hmm, maybe?
    16.1% Complete
  • 11% Yes!
    11% Complete
702 votes
5 hours ago

Celebrate in Style: Craft Your Own Decor with Testpots

The Team from Resene ColorShop Palmerston North

Create handcrafted celebrations using Resene testpots. Find out how to create your own with these easy step by step instructions.

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5 hours ago

Poll: Do Palmerston North’s offerings entice you into the city centre?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Senior reporter Alecia Rousseau from the Manawatū Standard recently sat down with Palmerston North City Council planner David Murphy to talk about how the city is responding to rapid growth and planning for the future.

But now we want to hear from you.
✨ Do Palmerston North’s offerings entice you?
🤔 What stops you from visiting the city centre?

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Do Palmerston North’s offerings entice you into the city centre?
  • 0% Yes - I see change, and I like it
    0% Complete
  • 100% Nah - Not enough going on
    100% Complete
1 vote