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Nominate a local hero for the 2019 Women of Influence Awards!
Whether she’s involved in grassroots community work or a global leader, help recognise the passionate women who are creating real change and forging a path for others.
Nominate a woman of influence before 15 July
We've got a super special offer for Neighbourly members with 50% off a movie of your choice at Stuff Pix. Simply sign-up for free at stuffpix.co.nz, choose your movie from over 1,000+ titles and enter the rewards code: LOCALHALFPRICE
With hits like Aquaman, Glass, Mortal Engines and … View moreWe've got a super special offer for Neighbourly members with 50% off a movie of your choice at Stuff Pix. Simply sign-up for free at stuffpix.co.nz, choose your movie from over 1,000+ titles and enter the rewards code: LOCALHALFPRICE
With hits like Aquaman, Glass, Mortal Engines and A Star is Born ready to stream what are you waiting for?
One redemption per user. Code expires 30 July 2019. Stuff Pix T&Cs apply.
To celebrate our 75th anniversary this year, we are publishing a special commemorative recipe book incorporating the best and most requested recipes from our archives. We would like to hear your memories of a dish that was served and enjoyed over and over again by friends and family. Readers whose … View moreTo celebrate our 75th anniversary this year, we are publishing a special commemorative recipe book incorporating the best and most requested recipes from our archives. We would like to hear your memories of a dish that was served and enjoyed over and over again by friends and family. Readers whose stories are included in the special will receive a free copy when it comes out in September! Click on the link below to tell us your story.
Take your place alongside our young people.
Every day, New Zealand teachers are creating brighter futures for young people, with lessons that can seem small but are significant in terms of their impact. These are lessons about important life skills such as perseverance, identity, respect and … View moreTake your place alongside our young people.
Every day, New Zealand teachers are creating brighter futures for young people, with lessons that can seem small but are significant in terms of their impact. These are lessons about important life skills such as perseverance, identity, respect and confidence.
Become a teacher and take your place alongside our young people. You’ll have the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in their lives; to strengthen communities and build a better future for our next generations.
A mud pool that unexpectedly appeared in a Rotorua mum-of-two's garden is expanding. The mud pool, …
If you are thinking of taking up tertiary study for the first time, or you’ve been out of study for a while, the NZ Certificate in Study and Career Preparation is a great place to start with pathways into our Nursing, Teaching and Humanities degrees.
Te Whare Wānanga o Awanuiārangi are … View moreIf you are thinking of taking up tertiary study for the first time, or you’ve been out of study for a while, the NZ Certificate in Study and Career Preparation is a great place to start with pathways into our Nursing, Teaching and Humanities degrees.
Te Whare Wānanga o Awanuiārangi are offering this fee-free programme* at our Whakatāne Campus.
If you are looking for study options locally, we’d love to hear from you!
*conditions apply
Local woman, Susan Gedye woke up to what she thought was an earthquake, but later discovered a mudpool had erupted in her backyard.
"There was mud flying everywhere, it was shaking everything," she said.
Volcanologist, Brad Scott says "The normal behaviour is for it to cool … View moreLocal woman, Susan Gedye woke up to what she thought was an earthquake, but later discovered a mudpool had erupted in her backyard.
"There was mud flying everywhere, it was shaking everything," she said.
Volcanologist, Brad Scott says "The normal behaviour is for it to cool down and go away," but given the amount of heat it let off, he said "it looks like it wants to stay there."
How would you feel about having an authentically-Rotorua mudpool fixture in your backyard?
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Susan Gedye might have to get used to having a steaming hole to a sulphurous underworld in her backy…
Everyday Kiwi kids are faced with obstacles that can be hard to overcome. All Tamariki deserve the chance to have a great future – sometimes all they need is a helping hand and guidance along the way.
That’s what the Graeme Dingle Foundation does. Our programmes help young people thrive, … View moreEveryday Kiwi kids are faced with obstacles that can be hard to overcome. All Tamariki deserve the chance to have a great future – sometimes all they need is a helping hand and guidance along the way.
That’s what the Graeme Dingle Foundation does. Our programmes help young people thrive, develop confidence in who they are to make the most of their precious lives and become positive contributors to our communities.
We are proud to be the official charity of New Zealand Rugby.
Together we’re showing Kiwi Kids that what they have inside is greater than any obstacle.
Satellite-based data has revealed the New Zealand regions where the worst speeding offenders drive.
On a per-capita basis, the Tasman Police district is the worst with an infringement level of 1.01 over four years. The region includes Nelson Bays, the West Coast and Marlborough. It was the only … View moreSatellite-based data has revealed the New Zealand regions where the worst speeding offenders drive.
On a per-capita basis, the Tasman Police district is the worst with an infringement level of 1.01 over four years. The region includes Nelson Bays, the West Coast and Marlborough. It was the only area surveyed to break the 1:1 ratio.
The second highest was Waitemata (0.82), followed by Waikato (0.74). To read more, click here
My Challenge is a rewards programme designed to make a difference.
You can earn points, save on fuel with discounts and support your local community by donating your points or discounts.
Over the next three months New Zealanders have the opportunity to ensure that all prohibited firearms are removed out of our communities.
We know that the firearms community are good New Zealanders who want to do the right thing.
These local collection points are the opportunity to do just … View moreOver the next three months New Zealanders have the opportunity to ensure that all prohibited firearms are removed out of our communities.
We know that the firearms community are good New Zealanders who want to do the right thing.
These local collection points are the opportunity to do just that.
We look forward to working with all our communities across Aotearoa as part of this journey.
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Just outside Rotorua is the ordinary-sounding Dansey Road Scenic Reserve, which is actually very spe…
Between 20 June and 1 July 2019, for every regularly priced blue testpot you purchase, Resene will donate $1 to Plunket – New Zealand's largest provider of support services for the development, health and wellbeing of children under five.
Plunket works together with families and … View moreBetween 20 June and 1 July 2019, for every regularly priced blue testpot you purchase, Resene will donate $1 to Plunket – New Zealand's largest provider of support services for the development, health and wellbeing of children under five.
Plunket works together with families and communities to ensure the best start for every child. So, now’s the perfect time to try your hand at that DIY you’ve been meaning to get around to – and help support Kiwi kids in the process.
For more details, visit your local Resene owned ColorShop, NZ only.
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