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If you haven’t already made contact with your older relatives or neighbour, the holiday season is a perfect opportunity to break the ice.
Sometimes we get caught up in the Christmas rush, and don’t take time to think about people who may be experiencing a much quieter holiday season. … View moreIf you haven’t already made contact with your older relatives or neighbour, the holiday season is a perfect opportunity to break the ice.
Sometimes we get caught up in the Christmas rush, and don’t take time to think about people who may be experiencing a much quieter holiday season. Contact with older people can help families to connect with what Christmas is really about, and it’s a great time to explore memories and think about traditions.
We will posting 5 tips leading up to Christmas on how you can connect with your older people this Holiday Season.
4. Pop over with a jar of jam or pickles or your favourite recipe.
This will give you a good opportunity to have a chat. Maybe you will learn something about your neighbour that you don’t already know. This social connection can be a great chance to explore traditions and share memories.
#RotoruaNZ residents at the south end of town may experience low water pressure on Monday 19 December while crews redirect water mains at the Hemo Gorge intersection work site. Work will start at 6am and water pressure should be back to normal by 6pm that night.
Do you know where to go if a tsunami happens when you are at home, work, school or anywhere else?
Contact your local Civil Defence group to find tsunami zone maps for your area and plan your route today. www.civildefence.govt.nz...
If you are near the coast, remember LONG OR STRONG: GET GONE
… View moreDo you know where to go if a tsunami happens when you are at home, work, school or anywhere else?
Contact your local Civil Defence group to find tsunami zone maps for your area and plan your route today. www.civildefence.govt.nz...
If you are near the coast, remember LONG OR STRONG: GET GONE
If you feel an earthquake that lasts for more than a minute or makes it hard to stand up, don’t wait for an official tsunami warning. Move immediately to the nearest high ground or as far inland as you can. Walk or bike if you can. Stay there until you get the all clear.
Hi neighbours,
Look at all the great entries for the Rotorua Review's Best Christmas Tree competition. Vote on the one you think is the best by typing the number of the tree you like in the comments below. (The number is in the top right corner).
We'll run the finalists in the … View moreHi neighbours,
Look at all the great entries for the Rotorua Review's Best Christmas Tree competition. Vote on the one you think is the best by typing the number of the tree you like in the comments below. (The number is in the top right corner).
We'll run the finalists in the December 21 edition of the paper and announce the winner in our first edition back in 2017.
Inspiring Communities is running a very cool two day event in Auckland in April. it's for everyone working in, with or alongside neighbourhoods and communities. We are taking buses to the four corners of Auckland to see first hand how communities are to see first-hand how community-led … View moreInspiring Communities is running a very cool two day event in Auckland in April. it's for everyone working in, with or alongside neighbourhoods and communities. We are taking buses to the four corners of Auckland to see first hand how communities are to see first-hand how community-led development is happening across the city. Local hosts will introduce participants to projects, approaches, relationships and success factors that grow resilience, that is driven by and works for local people. And then we will take what we learn into a second day of interactive workshops. Activate is the first of its kind in New Zealand - it's going to be great - click on our link for all the details.
Work to repair a sewer manhole will be taking place at the corner of Ranolf and Victoria Streets between 9am and 5pm today. This may cause some delays for traffic travelling in the area. Sorry for the inconvenience everybody.
Sometimes we get caught up in the Christmas rush, and don’t take time to think about people who may be experiencing a much quieter holiday season. Contact with older people can help families to connect with what Christmas is really about, and it’s a great time to explore memories and think … View moreSometimes we get caught up in the Christmas rush, and don’t take time to think about people who may be experiencing a much quieter holiday season. Contact with older people can help families to connect with what Christmas is really about, and it’s a great time to explore memories and think about traditions.
Age Concern New Zealand will posting 5 tips leading up to Christmas on how you can connect this Holiday Season.
3. Ring your older family members and friends to wish them happy holidays. Something as simple as a phone call can have positive benefits that go both ways. Connection with older people can help families to connect with what Christmas is really about.
We all know a neighbour who goes above and beyond, are the glue of our street or community and who really make a difference in our lives. Neighbours Day Aotearoa wants to celebrate those people, so we are introducing the NEIGHBOURHOOD CHAMPIONS. Each month we will be sending a wee gift of thanks to… View moreWe all know a neighbour who goes above and beyond, are the glue of our street or community and who really make a difference in our lives. Neighbours Day Aotearoa wants to celebrate those people, so we are introducing the NEIGHBOURHOOD CHAMPIONS. Each month we will be sending a wee gift of thanks to the neighbourhood champion of the month. How does it work? You can nominate a champion in your neighbourhood by emailing kiaora@neighboursday.org.nz with the story, a picture if you have one, and your neighbourhood champion's contact number or address if you have it so we can get in touch with the if they win. We will post the story and the picture on our facebook page. The story that gets the most likes that month wins the gift of thanks. Our first gift is this beautiful Pohutukawa Pendant from Paul Harris Art and Design .... perfect summer gift, and a perfect gift of thanks.
What is your favourite Christmas treat? Mint sauce, scorched almonds, salted peanuts, picked onions? SuperValueSupermarkets are encouraging customers to give non-perishable food items to their local community through the Give Local in store. So when you are putting your fav into the trolley add a … View moreWhat is your favourite Christmas treat? Mint sauce, scorched almonds, salted peanuts, picked onions? SuperValueSupermarkets are encouraging customers to give non-perishable food items to their local community through the Give Local in store. So when you are putting your fav into the trolley add a second one for the donation trolley. An easy way to give locally this Christmas.
If you haven’t already made contact with your neighbour, the holiday season is a perfect opportunity to break the ice.
Sometimes we get caught up in the Christmas rush, and don’t take time to think about people who may be experiencing a much quieter holiday season. Contact with older people… View moreIf you haven’t already made contact with your neighbour, the holiday season is a perfect opportunity to break the ice.
Sometimes we get caught up in the Christmas rush, and don’t take time to think about people who may be experiencing a much quieter holiday season. Contact with older people can help families to connect with what Christmas is really about, and it’s a great time to explore memories and think about traditions.
Age Concern New Zealand will posting 5 tips leading up to Christmas on how you can connect with your older neighbours this Holiday Season.
1. Invite your older neighbour to share a meal or a cup of tea
Christmas can be a tough time for older people, especially those who live alone. Invite your older neighbour over for a meal this holiday season. This will give you a chance to build a relationship with them.
If you haven’t already made contact with your neighbour, the holiday season is a perfect opportunity to break the ice.
Sometimes we get caught up in the Christmas rush, and don’t take time to think about people who may be experiencing a much quieter holiday season. Contact with older people… View moreIf you haven’t already made contact with your neighbour, the holiday season is a perfect opportunity to break the ice.
Sometimes we get caught up in the Christmas rush, and don’t take time to think about people who may be experiencing a much quieter holiday season. Contact with older people can help families to connect with what Christmas is really about, and it’s a great time to explore memories and think about traditions.
We will posting 5 tips leading up to Christmas on how you can connect with your older neighbours this Holiday Season.
2. Pop over with a hand-made card from a child
A little note to say Happy Holidays can make the world of difference to an older neighbour. Have your son or daughter make up a card or get your crafty hat on and make one yourself. It’s a great excuse to pop over and have a nice chat.
Untangle your tinsel and head down the drive! It's your last chance to enter the Mike Pero Christmas Letterbox Competition. Simply decorate your letterbox for the festive season, share a photo on your Neighbourly noticeboard using the hashtag #christmasletterbox before Monday 12 December and … View moreUntangle your tinsel and head down the drive! It's your last chance to enter the Mike Pero Christmas Letterbox Competition. Simply decorate your letterbox for the festive season, share a photo on your Neighbourly noticeboard using the hashtag #christmasletterbox before Monday 12 December and we'll put you in the draw to win great prizes - including Prezzy® cards!
Help Santa find his way by decorating your letterbox this Christmas! Find out more.
All of New Zealand’s coast line is at risk of tsunami.
Knowing the right immediate action to take can save lives and prevent injury. If you are near the coast and feel a strong earthquake that makes it hard to stand up, or a rolling earthquake that lasts longer than a minute, move immediately … View moreAll of New Zealand’s coast line is at risk of tsunami.
Knowing the right immediate action to take can save lives and prevent injury. If you are near the coast and feel a strong earthquake that makes it hard to stand up, or a rolling earthquake that lasts longer than a minute, move immediately to high ground, or as far inland as possible.
The earthquake is your first warning, tsunami waves can arrive within minutes. Do not wait for official advice or warning systems.
Contact your local civil defence group for tsunami zone maps and plan your route today. www.civildefence.govt.nz...
Talk to your neighbours about where you will go, and who might need your help.
We had hundreds of entries to our little Football star competition! Special thanks to every Neighbourly member who shared photos of their Kiwi kids playing outdoors with their favourite ball. We're excited to announce our 60 winners today! Is your little footie fan on the list? Help keep your … View moreWe had hundreds of entries to our little Football star competition! Special thanks to every Neighbourly member who shared photos of their Kiwi kids playing outdoors with their favourite ball. We're excited to announce our 60 winners today! Is your little footie fan on the list? Help keep your little Kiwis active by enrolling them in McDonald's Junior Football. You might just have the next All White or Football Fern kicking around your backyard.
How would houses in your neighbourhood fare in a housing boom? Or a housing crash?
Maybe you're looking to buy...what will happen to house prices in the suburbs you're looking at over the next year? It's easy to find out how a housing crash, steady rate, or growth scenario will … View moreHow would houses in your neighbourhood fare in a housing boom? Or a housing crash?
Maybe you're looking to buy...what will happen to house prices in the suburbs you're looking at over the next year? It's easy to find out how a housing crash, steady rate, or growth scenario will change your home's value. Find out now using the House Value Calculator.
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